Hello to all of those who are celebrating the eight days of affliction…sorry, I mean Passover. As most of you know, Passover is my least... Read More

By Jodi JarvisDirector of Early Childhood and Family Life at Temple Isaiah in Lexington Have you noticed that charoset is typically one of the most... Read More

1 large roasting hen (~6  pounds), giblets removed 7-8 sprigs of thyme 2 whole lemons ¼ cup olive oil Kosher salt Pepper Preheat the oven... Read More

  2 pounds of baby carrots or carrot sticks 3 table spoons of olive oil 3/4 cup chopped fresh dill Boil a pot of water.... Read More

Crispy Potato and Leek Roast 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled 4 shallots, thickly sliced lengthwise 4 medium leeks sliced thin... Read More

Here it is…the allerg- free, awesome, delicious, contemporary-flavored hamentshen recipe. You asked for it and I delivered.  I decided to go a little funky on... Read More

  Semi-sweet chocolate with shredded coconut and nutmeg   Shalach Manos literally translates to "sending of portions" and is a gift of at least two... Read More

  Astute readers may recall last year's posts about baking 300 hamentashen for the Workmen's Circle Gragger/Noisemaker! Annual Radical Purim Party. (This year's Gragger is... Read More

Purim wouldn’t be complete without hamantaschen, the three-cornered treat meant to symbolize the holiday’s villain, Haman. Here are two great recipes—a traditional version and a... Read More