by Laura Frankel
In addition to the hamantaschen you’ll be serving for Purim, why not try something different? Here’s a dessert that’s as Persian as Persian melon. The saffron in the cake adds not only its distinctive beautiful color, but also an elegant earthiness. Rosewater and orange-blossom water are exotic and potent. A little goes a […]

by Laura Frankel
Serve these meatballs as part of a Purim feast. Traditionally, the meatballs would not be browned before being poached. As a chef, though, I think the caramelized crust on the meatballs is essential and gives them a great texture and more pronounced flavor. You can opt to do it either way. Although only […]

Someone once said, “good things come in small packages.” That’s certainly the case with these delectable confections that are a welcome departure from the usual fare you find in most Mishloach Manot. From exotic chocolate bites to Shabat-themed bundles, these care packages are proof that bigger isn’t always better.
1) Since Purim falls on a Friday, […]

by Shoshana Filene
Liven up your Purim seuda and baskets with some vinuous treats. To keep things compact, consider half-bottles, which allow you to get more bang for your buck. Despite their bad rap, half-bottles are no longer relegated to cheap brands. In fact, there are many fine wines that come in mini-me bottles. These are […]

by Monita Buchwald
In Israel, they’re called oznei Haman, or Haman’s ears. The Yiddish word hamantaschen refers to Haman’s three-cornered hat. Whatever you call them, these cookies are easy to make and are fun to do with the kids. Feel free to fill them with chocolate chips, your favorite jams, even Nutella or poppy seeds.
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by Monita Buchwald
Purim falls on March 21st, which means you have a month to plan one of the holiday’s most important mitzvahs, Mishloach Manot, the exchanging of gifts. Many people do this by contributing money to their synagogue or to an organization they support like Amit or Emunah, which then sends out gift baskets on […]