Potpourri

Make sure that you know what the policies are and that you adhere to them scrupulously.

So many families are mourning, and all along we mourned with them.

You’re probably wondering why the greatest advocate of fast and easy preps in the kitchen is talking about layer cakes, right?

As of late, vintage has definitely been in vogue in the Orthodox community.

The world sees the hand of God through us, and does not like it.

Is God apologizing for taking away my Father? Is God telling me that He is sorry?

If I’m going on for oven mitts, I don’t want to see sock puppets until at least page 40.

The president's message was one of living peacefully in a Jewish and democratic state, Jews of all stripes unified as brothers, with Arabs or citizens of other religions.

Spending time in a society as different as the Far East, expands a person's perspective.

"Whole soybeans," was the answer. "They have all the advantages of soy without being processed with hexane," she added.

"Don't place flowers on a cold gravestone, visit me now..."

Alternatively, you can try your absolute hardest to listen whenever she says anything.

Glob on the sunscreen, break out the darkest chocolate you can find and let the sun shine in!

One thing I did know, judging from the urgency in her voice, was that she wanted an explanation fast.

Father’s Day comes every year. How many drills can you get him?

For those of us who have no choice but to drive, we need to find ways to make that overpriced tank of gas last as long as possible.

For your average Israeli, spicy hot might be fun, but not for me. Allow me to repeat - easy does it!

No dairy cookbook would be complete without an array of sinfully decadent treats and there are plenty of those here as well, including three cheesecakes, one of which weighs in at a very slimming 180 calories or less.

As parents, it is a given that we love our children and want what’s best for them. How do we go about making that happen?

This week, I’m asking the questions for a change.

These days there seems to be an app for just about everything, making your smart phone more indispensable than ever.

She was followed by the shadows of the Six Million, by the ever so subtle awareness of their vanished presence.

Pesach is so liberating (if you excuse the expression). It’s the only time I can eat anywhere in the house, guilt free! Matzah in bed!

As much as I am all for economical meals, Pesach is definitely the time of year when I find myself making more roasts.

 It's no joke – Pesach is looming closer and there's still so much to do. This is definitely not a time to rest! Who...

You know what’s Good Enough? Vacuuming behind the curtains is Good Enough. Taking down the curtains and washing them? That’s too much.

Well, in the good news department, if you have kids, your dreams are about to come true. As veteran cookbook author Tamar Ansh so capably illustrates in her 96-page, kid-friendly volume titled Let My Children Cook!, your progeny can be a valuable asset when Pesach rolls around when time is at a minimum and the cooking demands are sky high.

Although Purim is only one day long, many dieters or people who are just careful with their intake during the year have a hard time on this day. Below are some tips to help you get through it successfully.

Purim around here is crazy. And I’m not just talking about the amount of questions I get.

Everyone is always looking for cute yet simple and inexpensive ideas to enhance their table at special occasions. Here are some attractive ways to create that festive look. Whether you use china or plastic, your guests will surely be delighted with your charming setup.