Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Tea Infused Fruit Compote Provides Sweet Solution

Tea Infused Fruit Compote Provides Sweet Solution

Passover presents many pleasures: time off from work, spirited holiday gatherings, and beautifully prepared foods.

Challenges? In my family we call it MATZAH BELLY.

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Monday, November 25, 2013

Stop by THE STAND for Juice and Quinoa Cauliflower Stuffing

Stop by THE STAND for Juice and Quinoa Cauliflower Stuffing

Contributed by Katy Morris Their mantra says it all: “Fresh. Organic. Always Animal Product Free.” Actually, it almost says it all… The Stand Juicing Company could also use “locally sourced”, “delicious, nutritious vegan fare”, “all natural juices”, “welcoming atmosphere”, and “energet...



Monday, November 11, 2013

Thanksgivukah Give-Away Number One & Pumpkin Doughnuts

Thanksgivukah Give-Away Number One & Pumpkin Doughnuts

The convergence of Chanukah and Thanksgiving is so HUGE, so once in a lifetime, that you, my loyal readers, deserve gifts! Who doesn't love a give-away, anyway? How about FOUR of them??? This is the first of FOUR cookbooks that I will be giving away over the weeks leading up to Thanksgivukah and he...



Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Cozy Up to Salmon Cakes

Cozy Up to Salmon Cakes

Recipe: Marcia Selden Catering If you have picky eaters at home, you know how difficult it can be to get them to eat salmon.  But it's worth your effort because salmon is bursting with omega-3 heart healthy fats as well as vitamin D.  These salmon cakes are crispy,  11806...



Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Jessica’s Granola Hits All the Marks (OH this yogurt parfait!)

Jessica’s Granola Hits All the Marks (OH this yogurt parfait!)

Contributed by Katy Morris Jessica’s Natural Foods, an all natural, gluten-free, kosher (non-dairy) granola, is my new choice for my morning treat. Amazingly, it is also non-GMO verified, and contains absolutely no trans fats, cholesterol, refined sweeteners, or artificial colors or flavors. 11810...



Monday, September 2, 2013

Imam Bayeldi but Let’s Hope You Don’t

Imam Bayeldi but Let’s Hope You Don’t

Did you know that summer leeks are traditional on Sephardic tables on Rosh Hashanah?  I did not. Here's how it goes: The Aramaic word for leeks is "karti", which is very similar to the Hebrew, "yikartu", meaning to "cut off". We pray that our enemies will be "cut off", allowing for safety and security o...



Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Gobo Inspires with Vegetarian Goodness & Crispy PB Tofu

Gobo Inspires with Vegetarian Goodness & Crispy PB Tofu

I appreciate the calm each time I tuck into Gobo, a vegetarian retreat with convenient locations in the West Village and  UES, NYC. The mostly blond and spacious interior is simply appointed with undressed wooden tables and comfortable cushioned seating. Plenty of space between tables encourages good convers...



Wednesday, April 17, 2013

What’s YOUR 4:00? Granola & Fruit Pie, Please

What’s YOUR 4:00? Granola & Fruit Pie, Please

You wonder how you've arrived at this hour, AGAIN, without being prepared. It's not a surprise, after all, that sometime between lunch and twilight you will be rummaging through your bag or desk frantically searching for a snack to satisfy that grumbling. When that late afternoon craving finally settles in...



Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Brazilian Foodie shares Traditions and Guava Thumbprint Cookies

Brazilian Foodie shares Traditions and Guava Thumbprint Cookies

By Melissa Roberts On a recent, chilly March evening, members of the Westport, CT Chabad community were treated to a taste from the warmer shores of Brazil, featuring chef Leticia Moreinos Schwartz.  Leticia, a graduate of the French Culinary Institute in New York and a Weston, CT resident by way of Rio,...



Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Quinoa Filled Squash Boats for Passover

Quinoa Filled Squash Boats for Passover

As we wind our way through Passover week, it's great fun to experiment with ingredients that fit the bill as perfectly as quinoa does. This vegetarian dish brings bright colors and textures together for this elegant side dish or entree. 11910...