Want those beautiful flowers to last for the entire Yom Tov? Flowers are living things, so yes, the little things you do to take care of them make a difference. Here’s how to make ‘em last. *Always use warm clean water as most flowers take in the warm water more efficiently than cold. *Before placing…
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This Dessert is Our Favorite of the Season: Halva Ice Cream with Silan and Pistachios
What do you get when you combine Gelato Ice Cream + Halva + Silan + Pistachios? One of the best desserts ever (and the easiest to assemble!) We first tasted this combination of flavors when enjoying dessert at Revolve Restaurant in Lakewood and thought it was absolutely brilliant. We all need the types of desserts…
One Mixing Bowl. No Water Bath, No Fuss. Just a Simple Amazing Cheesecake.
Is making your pre-Shavuot cheesecake a big job? No more. This is the recipe you’ll go back to again and again. Being a food writer, for the past bunch of years, every time Shavuot rolled around I would always experiment with different types of cheesecake. Some were easy, some were hard, and many were a…
Basics: Easy, Cheesy, Buttery Syrian Calsones
The ingredients couldn’t be simpler. A simply cheesy buttery pasta that couldn’t be more well-loved. So why haven’t you made calzones yet? I admit, when Leah and Renee suggested that we include “Calsones” as one of our basics, I thought it was a bit too simplistic. After all, there’s nothing to it, any Syrian girl…
This Creamy Dreamy Maple Syrup Panna Cotta is a Chef’s Secret
Panna cotta only looks fancy but it’s really simple to make. This Shavuos, this panna cotta — a creamy, dreamy custard-like pudding — is taking cheesecake’s place. It’s doused in maple syrup and piled high with peak season fruit. Every creamy spoonful is perfectly sweet and refreshing! Panna Cotta looks and tastes fancy but is…
Arranging A Beautiful Bouquet of Flowers Is Easier Than You Thought
A few simple tricks is all you really need to create a stunning floral bouquet arrangement We all love a gorgeous set table with inviting flowers, impeccably arranged. But, not always does it ends up coming out in real life like the image of the bouquet we saw in our heads. Correct? Yup, we’ve all…
How to Make Cute Mini Cheesecakes Like the Pros
Not every cheesecake recipe works in a mini version. Here’s how to avoid a flop and make those mini cheesecakes come out perfect every time. I was first introduced to the Norpro Mini Cheesecake pan when Leah and I were working on Dairy Made Easy and used the pan to bake the cheese babkas featured…
How to Make a Classic New York Cheesecake
This cheesecake is perfection on its own although it may be served with fresh berries on the side. Who doesn’t love a decadent, classic New York cheesecake? Mmmm… About Adele: Adele Beiny- runs a lifestyle company, Life’s Looking Good, based in Los Angeles CA. She defines her business of lifeslookingood.com as a platform and resource…
Top Your Toast with This Whipped Feta Cheese
Fresh, simple seasonal ingredients make this whipped feta dish shine. This whipped feta dish received rave reviews from everyone who tasted it. 5.0 from 1 reviews Whipped Feta Canapes Save Print Ingredients Bowl 1: 2 cups feta cheese, crumbled ½ cup cream cheese at room temperature ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil 1 large…
Caramelized Onions Tart with Ricotta and Parmesan
Golden onions top a cheesy tart with a perfect balance of flavors. This heavenly cheesy tart with caramelized onions is simply perfect. 5.0 from 1 reviews Caramelized Onions Cheesy Tart Save Print Ingredients 4 tablespoons butter 2 large red onions, thinly sliced 4 tablespoons white wine such as Herzog’s Chardonnay 2 teaspoons sugar 2…
