Yes, you can make kosher for passover beef jerky with one simple ingredient swap. Pineapple juice is the secret ingredient that will tenderize your meat. Often, when discussing Pesach content, my colleagues sometimes express in astonishment, “They make [insert name of ingredient] for Pesach?!?” The truth is, we’ve really tried over the years, to stick…
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Light and Fruity Moscato Wine Cocktails
Want to enjoy a fun cocktail that’s not too heavy on the alcohol? We’ve got two great recipes for you! Whether you’re entertaining or just having a fun night in, a nice cocktail can be a fun addition to the party. And if you don’t appreciate hard liquor, these two recipes are made with some…
Mini Condiments Will Be Just the Right Finishing Touch for Your Mishloach Manos
Doesn’t everyone love cute little things? Looking for the one little thing that will elevate your mishloach manos? We’ve rounded up all the most commonly used condiments – and then added a few that are a bit more unexpected. We have another post – some food options available on Amazon that can work great for…
The Ultimate Travel Food Roundup
Lots of ideas and inspiration for planning your travel menu. One of the hardest parts of planning a trip can be planning the food. If you started off reading this post on the best appliances for traveling, you already have some ideas of what you might be able to prep for your family while on…
Vacation in a Kitchen-Less Hotel. Now What?
5 Days. 2 adults. 4 kids. 15 meals. No kitchen. Seriously? Yes, seriously. Hotel cooking is doable, all you need is a bit of planning and a sink. Also a sandwich maker. Maybe an electric burner. Preferably a hot water kettle.And, of course, a Betty Crocker. But there’s a whole separate post devoted to that….
Tangy BBQ Beef Jerky
Ever since we posted The Best Homemade Beef Jerky in summer 2023 we haven’t looked back. For all of us on the Between Carpools team, the Best Homemade Beef Jerky recipe has been a game changer. Yes, making your own beef jerky isn’t hard at all. The results are fabulous. And it costs much less…
Can I Even Order Anything? The 2023 Updated “What’s Kosher at Starbucks” List
A lot has changed in the past few years. If you find yourself in need of quick information of what’s kosher and what’s not at Starbucks, see the CRC’s list here. While this is in no way an endorsement or encouragement, the fact of the matter is that people need to know what’s permissible or…
How To Prepare and Pack Your Yom Tov Food for Travel
We broke down the process for maximum efficiency and minimum hassle. If you’ve ever traveled for Yom Tov and prepared your own food, you know that it’s a big job. Huge, actually. And if you’re hosting at your destination, it can feel impossible. Last year, we changed our Yom Tov plans very late in the…
Enjoy Your Coffee With Cholov Yisroel Milk Even While Traveling with This Hack
Even if you’re flying with just carry-on luggage, you can enjoy cholov Yisroel milk in flight and at your destination. Do you need actual milk in your coffee and are also makpid on cholov yisroel? With advance planning, you can travel with your milk and won’t need to substitute with any alternative milks. The issues…
Protect Your Clothes When Packing Muddy Shoes in Your Suitcase
This simple hack is a travel game changer! So you’re on vacation having a good time. Hiking, running, strolling along country roads or sandy beaches. By the time your trip is over, you feel refreshed and energized. And your shoes are good and dirty. The thought of putting that mess into your luggage is not…
