In an article in The Jewish Press newspaper by Sandy Eller called “Helping Jewish Women Do It All” Savvima.com is featured as one of the three most popular websites for Jewish women.     Helping Jewish Women Do It All By Sandy Eller Travel agent.  Nutritionist.  Interior Decorator.  Psychologist.  Gourmet Chef.  Kashrus Consultant. Today’s... Read more

UPDATE: Congratulations to Rachel L. (comment #29), winner of this giveaway!! This post contains: A Savvima review of Dash: Inspired Kosher Recipes for the Seasoned Palette by Rebecca Naumberg and Sori Klein. A Savvima giveaway of Dash: Inspired Kosher Recipes for the Seasoned Palette by Rebecca Naumberg and Sori Klein. Dash: Inspired Kosher Recipes... Read more

Oh no, macaroni again!? For a quick, healthy and inexpensive meal serve eggs. Here’s a creative and attractive way to prepare them: Here’s the quick how-to: 1) Cut bell peppers into 1/2 inch rings. 2) Place in a non-stick  skillet coated with cooking spray. 3) Crack an egg in the middle of each ring and cover and cook over low heat until... Read more

Shopping for deals on such a short Friday? Not me! But I do have time for some online deals which may come in handy for Chanukah. Bella Cucina 3.5 Liter Deep Fryer available at JCPenney for $29.88 after $10 rebate. Use code SHIP25 for free Shipping. Click here to purchase. Bella Cucina Mini Donut Maker available at JCPenney for $9.88 after $10 rebate.... Read more

Thanks to Anna Sanders of Washington Heights, NY for sharing this recipe! Ingredients: 1 (8-piece) chicken, cut up 1 cup of veggie/chicken/beef stock 1 onion, sliced 1 dark beer 1/2 cup yellow mustard 6-7 cloves of garlic, chopped Directions: 1. Place chicken and onion in a large frying pan. Brown both sides of chicken, about 10 minutes on each side.... Read more

Thanks to Dvora Friedman for sharing this recipe! Ingredients: Chicken cutlets, cut into bite sized pieces Oil Pereg shwarma spice Pitas French fries Tomatoes, diced Cucumbers, peeled and diced Chummus Directions: 1. Marinate chicken in oil and pereg shwarma spice, then saute over low flame until done. 2. Serve in a warm pita with french fries, tomatoes,... Read more

  Ingredients: Filling- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla 3 tablespoons brown sugar Streusel topping- 4 1/2 tablespoons flour 5 tablespoons white sugar 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon 3 tablespoons butter Muffin batter- 2 1/2 cups flour 2 cups white sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon... Read more

Most store-bought olive dips tend to taste like mayonnaise with a sprinkling of olives. Luckily this recipe is super simple to prepare and the taste can’t be beat. Serve with challah, pitas, or crackers. Ingredients: 1 (7 ounce) jar pimento-stuffed green olives, drained 1 cup mayonnaise 3-4 cloves fresh garlic, peeled Directions: Process all... Read more

Thanks Rochel S. for sharing this recipe! Ingredients: 4 chicken bottoms (or cutlets) 1 onion cut into 1/4″ slices 2 cloves of garlic, cut into pieces 1/2 cup ketchup 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon soy sauce Directions: 1. Put chicken pieces in 9×13 pan. Saute onions with garlic until translucent. Add brown sugar, ketchup and soy sauce.... Read more

Shalom bayit (Hebrew: שלום בית ; lit peace at home) is the Jewish religious concept of domestic harmony and good relations between husband and wife. The term has also come to mean any compromise, big or small, which enhances the relationship and the family as a whole. Truly every home-baked challah should be dubbed a shalom bayit challah. Performing... Read more

UPDATE: Congratulations to Susie (comment #15), winner of the giveaway!! Whether you find braiding intimidating or you are simply pressed for time, the Royal Challah Pan will ensure you are not left out of this important mitzvah. This innovative new product from The Kosher Cook debuted at Kosherfest 2011 and won the new product competition. The unique... Read more

The Best Birthday Party Ever by Jennifer Larue Huget. This little girl is planning her birthday well in advance. As her big day gets closer the invitation list grows and her party plans become more elaborate. After all, what’s a birthday party without the tallest birthday cake in the world, camels, elaphants, and a ferris wheel? Of course in... Read more

From Bitayavon Magazine. This Turkish salad takes on a new flavor profile by adding celery to the recipe which makes this already crunchy dip even more irresistible. Ingredients: 2 teaspoons oil 1 large onion, diced and divided in half 1 large red pepper, diced and divided in half 3 stalks celery, diced and divided in half 2 cloves garlic 2 medium... Read more

Ever wonder how to make two-color swirled frosting such as these? Hydrangea Cupcakes Pink Lemonade Cupcakes We found a great tutorial which shows you how. The trick is to fill two separate piping bags with frosting… Then attach them with one piping tip. For the full instructions head over to Our Best Bites. Sources: Glorious Treats, Erica’s... Read more

UPDATE: Congratulations to ZK (Comment #21) winner of the giveaway!! This post features: A Savvima review of Fresh & Easy Kosher Cooking by Leah Schapira. A chance to win a free copy of Fresh & Easy Kosher Cooking by Leah Schapira! As a foodie, I confess, I’m easily excited by the release of a new kosher cookbook! It’s hard to predict... Read more