EST. 2011 BY LIZ RUEVEN
Wednesday, December 18, 2019

3 Tips to Healthier Chanukah + Broccoli & Cauliflower Latkes

3 Tips to Healthier Chanukah + Broccoli & Cauliflower Latkes
When Westport Magazine asked me for three tips on how to celebrate a healthier Chanukah all I could muster at first was, "forget the latkes". After all, Chanukah (also spelled Hanukkah) foods are all about frying in oil which, no matter how you sizzle it, does not point to eight nights of  healthy eating. Af...


Wednesday, November 28, 2018

Poppy Seed Schnitzel for Chanukah? Yes, Please!

Poppy Seed Schnitzel for Chanukah? Yes, Please!
And just like that... we're about to celebrate Chanukah! Get ready to swiftly shift from talking turkey to frying potato pancakes, sufganiyot (Israeli style donuts) and schnitzel. Wait! Schnitzel for Chanukah? YES, please! This extra crunchy version will be a great crowd pleaser next to any of these dair...


Sunday, December 17, 2017

Sheet-Pan Latkes are a Game Changer

Sheet-Pan Latkes are a Game Changer
Frying up a a batch (or 10) of latkes for Chanukah celebrations is rewarding, sure. But it can be exhausting and time consuming. And how about that mess of splattered oil and the irresistible urge to wash your hair immediately after you've sizzled a few dozen? We have a better solution: Sheet-Pan Latkes. ...


Monday, December 11, 2017

Get Sizzling with Greek Inspired Chanukah Latkes

Get Sizzling with Greek Inspired Chanukah Latkes
Even the youngest students can recap a quick version of the miracle of oil in the Chanukah story. The gruesome tale they aren't taught is about Judith beheading Holofernes. Read on to learn why cheese is a traditional ingredient in Hanukkah recipes and why Judith's bravery should be celebrated today....


Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Cheesy Breakfast Latkes Made Easy

Cheesy Breakfast Latkes Made Easy

Frozen shredded potatoes are about to make your Chanukah latkes (aka potato pancakes) a whole lot easier. Yes, we used easy and latkes in the same sentence because this shortcut will leave your knuckles intact and your mound of grated potatoes looking bright instead of that dreaded tawny purplish hue. Ready?...



Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Solving the Frying Issue: As Easy As Latke Gratin

Solving the Frying Issue:  As Easy As Latke Gratin

contributed by Melissa Roberts In case you haven’t heard, Hanukkah and Thanksgiving fall on the same day this year. It’s a big deal because the holidays last converged in the 1880's and it won't happen again for thousands of years.  Reason to celebrate Thanksgivukkah, for sure! For some, the idea of fr...



Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Eating Out and About During Chanukah

Eating Out and About During Chanukah

Chanukah has arrived! And while there is nothing like the sizzling sounds and homey aromas of latkes on the first night of celebration, cooking fatigue may set in by night four or five. Depending on the ages of the little ones and where you live, you may feel inclined to take a break and check out these gre...



Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Sizzling Latkes and Gravlax with Chef Russell Moss in TriBeCa

Sizzling Latkes and Gravlax with Chef Russell Moss in TriBeCa

Chanukah is fast approaching. We celebrate from December 20-27 this year. My head is already sizzling with ideas for latkes variations.You know what I mean. How do you like your latkes: bite size, lacy and crisp throughout or voluminous and golden brown all over with extra crunchy edges? And, what about i...



Monday, December 12, 2011

Gravlax and Mustard Sauce for Chanukah Latkes or Any Time

Chef Russell Moss Ingredients Take two five-pound salmon filets with pin bone out and skin on. Mix 3 cups sugar 2 cups salt 1 bunch of chopped dill 1T fresh ground pepper 4 drops of vanilla extract Instructions Pack the salmon in the cure (salt and pepper mix) and wrap ...