Potpourri

I know, after all of those Yom Tov meals, you may still be on hiatus from kitchen duty, but these two cookbooks might have you rethinking that decision.

While we were there, we explored the shuk. The sights, smells and delicious food are unmatched by any other marketplace I have ever been to.

“I didn’t choose the violin because of my grandfather. But I definitely had the idea that the violin was important when I was very young,” she noted.

I’m so glad to see that furry fuzzy outerwear is still very much on trend this season.

My good fortune was grandparents and “greats,” and an uncle who had the vision and courage to leave Europe after World War I. Even if it wasn’t vision, surely it was courage.

I have a friend who absolutely hates cooking. She just texted me a long thank you for this recipe because she was able to follow it, and everybody loved it!

There is a huge selection, but you can search by dress length and sleeve length, depending on your modesty preference, so as not to overwhelm you.

I know that Elul, September, is not all black. There are many happy events that have taken place in our family during this month...

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I've always felt too short to pull off sneakers with my dresses, thinking it made me look short and frumpy.

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I was getting bored of my usual coleslaws and needed a fun dish that would be a great accompaniment for any meal or even eaten plain.

“Whether there was ever any doubt about the accuracy, the wisdom, the propriety of U.S. President Trump recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, I certainly think this lays all doubts to rest,” American Ambassador David Friedman proclaimed at the event.

Listen Faigie, I had the same dream three times. I dreamed that I owe you money. Three times is a chazaka!

The kosher food world has evolved and exploded lately. Kosher food establishments have upped their game and there is such a wide range of options out there.

There were crispy stuffed baked potatoes and tantalizing veggie burgers to be made and it needed to happen immediately, if not sooner.

There are plenty of BB creams and tinted moisturizers that contain sunscreen. Ideally, look for the ones that contain at least 30 SPF.

These fun BBQ bourbon burgers will have your family devouring them before you can blink.

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Before you head to the pool, dampen your hair and apply conditioner.

I remember her, a teacher who loved teaching, a teacher who inspired her students, and students who loved and admired their teacher in return.

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As you clean, take advantage of the opportunity to de-clutter.

My albums are now considered a family heritage.

My path to the Neustadts was simple: they found me.

Triple layered cheesecake with heavy graham cracker crusts will not be on my menu this Shavuos! I opt to create a lighter and simpler portion-controlled version of a cheesy treat.

I do my best to continue what was important to him, and what has become important for me - to count, and to remember.

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