In my family, homemade dolmas are sacred. I have the fondest memories of my grandmother making these from scratch out of the leaves from the grapevine in my grandparent’s back yard. These stuffed grape leaves are essential in any mediterranean kitchen. I made this variation with brown rice, however, white rice works just as well….
Carrot Ginger Coconut Soup
One of my favorite soups is Carrot Ginger Coconut Soup. Now that I live on the east coast, I’ve decided that soup is a necessity when temperatures are frigid. This soup combines the sweet flavor of carrot, the exotic notes of ginger, and luxurious creaminess of coconut cream. And the best part is this soup is very simple to make! Enjoy!…
Chocolate Hamantaschen
Nothing says Purim like Hamantaschen cookies! And if you’re a chocoholic like me, you’ll love this unique twist on an old classic. This cookie is made by pinching together three corners, …
Sweet Challah
No Shabbat would be complete without sweet challah. Many of us crave it all week until the Sabbath arrives! There are endless types of this delicious egg bread. In this recipe you’ll find two of my favorite types of Challah: Sesame Seed and Sea Salt Dark Chocolate….
Chocolate Hazelnut Rugelach
Few desserts have the history and connection to Jewish culture that Rugelach have. Rugelach are pastries, distantly related to the croissant, that date back centuries and are based on the Yiddish word for “royal.” If you are looking for a delicious dessert to warm the soul, you’ll want to try these Chocolate Hazelnut Rugelach!…