Update: Congratulations to Mimi, winner of the giveaway!! Finally, a Jewish I SPY book! Hidden Treasures, published by Attara Publishing and distributed by HaChai Publishing, is a large full color book that contains a beautiful I SPY page for all of the holidays in the Jewish calendar. Each laminated page features a brief description of a holiday and... Read more
These blondie cupcakes are so good you’ll definitely want to save the recipe for next year’s Tu B’shvat but you can also make them right away to use up leftover dried fruit (I know I’m not the only one with extras). I used a diced dried fruit mix containing papaya, pineapple, kiwi, and craisins. You can substitute any fruit and... Read more
I hereby petition that chocolate is worthy of Seven-Species-Status. Do you agree? In my opinion the standard Tu B’Shvat dried fruit platter is simply screaming “Dip me in chocolate!” Here’s the logic: Since Dellinut spread (the cholov yisrael equivilent of Nutella) is made with hazelnuts… which grow on trees… I think... Read more
What better way to celebrate the New Year For The Trees, Tu B’Shvat than by decorating the home with Dogwood Blossoms. These paper flowers require just a few simple cuts and folds to bring cheer and a touch of Spring to your home. Try them in pink too! Visit Sweet Something Design for the details. Read More
Thanks Adina for sharing this great recipe! This was a winning side dish this past Sukkos. Ingredients: 1 box dry orzo 1 onion, diced 1 tablespoon oil 1 tablespoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon sugar 1/4 cup craisins 1/4 cup dried apricots 1/4 cup dried pineapple Directions: Boil water in a medium saucepan. Add orzo and cook for 10 minutes.... Read more
Recipe: 2 cups dried apricots 3 cups boiling water 2 tablespoons honey 1/2 cup sugar Directions: Place apricots in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Let sit for 30-45 minutes. Transfer apricots (reserve the liquid) to the bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade attachment. Add honey and sugar and process until completely blended and smooth.... Read more
If you are looking for something different to serve this Shabbos Tu B’Shvat you may want to try a bottle of Zachlawi Fig Arak. Arak is a strong aniseed (black licorice tasting) flavored alcoholic drink favored by Middle Easterners. The fig variety is made from concentrated fig juice that is distilled numerous times with a combination of fennel,... Read more
www.smittenkitchen.com During the dreary days of winter, citrus fruits take center stage with their bright bursts of sunkissed color and they’re juicy sweetness. This recipe from smittenkitchen is a great alternative to all the heavy slow-cooked comfort foods we tend to rely in on cold days. I recommend it as a healthful Mediterranean breakfast: Mixed... Read more