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'...

In anticipation of Chanukah, the wafting scents of freshly baked flavor filled sufganiyot began weeks ago. And now, this fun filled Holyday is finally here. For eight days we're celebrating with sparkling lights and deep fried Chanukah treats as we commemorate the miracles that we were blessed with so many years ago and we give thanks for the miracles we experience today in our own lives. ...

My favorite section of Friday's edition of the Jerusalem Post is within the middle pages of the "Magazine". It's the first article I read as I sit to relax after a busy week. The Home section allows us a glimpse of private homes throughout the country. I enjoy seeing the  detailed pictures and reading the  descriptive articles  about the various styles and desi...