Here in Israel, we have a lot to be proud of and to boast about. From a fledgling country whose pioneers arrived impoverished and destitute from the four corners of the world, modern Israel has developed into a remarkably innovative and inspiring nation that I am proud to call HOME. Israel and its people possess a creative energy and entrepreneurial spirit, resulting in an abundance of design i...

This article originally appeared in "Joy of Kosher with Jamie Geller" Tu B'Shvat is behind us and now Purim is also in the rearview mirror.  Just over the horizon, Pesach is peeking through - and it will be here before we know it.  Now's the time to start planning for the Pesach Seder. The Seder is the kickoff to the weeklong  holiday of Pesach.  It's...

As the Pesach holyday approaches, the panic and stress starts to build.  The cleaning, the shopping, the menus, the cooking and of course the baking. And let's not forget the thought of hosting so many people ... But with a bit of planning and organization, all gets done without the stress. I look forward to pre Pesach preparations and I take this time to organize our home.  The...

It's always nice to see a friendly face from the Old country and this time was no different. It was especially nice to see Torontonian, Amy Stopnicki here in Israel and get a taste of what she has been up to recently. We  watched and tasted as Amy demonstrated to our group the delicious dishes featured in her brand new cookbook Kosher Taste. Amy's new cookbook is a welcome additio...

This article originally appeared in "Joy of Kosher with Jamie Geller" In Israel, we have a strong connection to nature and an unbreakable bond to the land.  This week adults and children, communities and organizations will be venturing out into neighbourhoods as well as forests to plant trees in marking Tu B'Shvat. This Shabbat we will be celebrating the holyday of Tu B'...