We all know the story of Chanukah, of Judah Maccabee and his four brothers who fought the powerful Greco-Syrian army and defeated, yet again, another power intent on destroying … more

There is a Norman Rockwell painting of a grandmother holding a platter filled with what must be a 30-pound turkey. The “everyone’s-grandmother” has rosy cheeks a loving smile … more

Every year, my mother made a delicious challah stuffing that she overstuffed into the 25 to 28 lb. turkey she made. The bowl of stuffing was huge (so huge that she also put some of the stuffing into … more

As autumn takes hold, the holidays end and normal routines return. The mornings are decidedly chilly, the sun sets earlier and we begin to think of the winter ahead. We can still buy really fresh … more

For years we hosted a big break fast with lots of friends. I would cook for days and put out a spread for all my starving guests enhanced by all the delicious foods my friends made. The babies would … more

I have been hearing two holiday comments recently — either “Rosh Hashana is so late this year” or “I am so glad we have more time to get ready for Rosh Hashana this … more

No matter how hard you work on your picture-perfect turkey or perfectly sliced brisket or elaborate rice dish, someone is bound to eventually ask, “What’s for dessert?” Everyone … more

Labor Day is just around the corner and that means the official end of summer; for me, it’s one of the sadder days of the year! All seasons are the same number of days … more

When I was a kid, I always wanted the red lollipop, the one that was sure to be cherry. I even fought my brother for the red Lifesaver and feigned a cough so I could have cherry … more

There is something about bright, tart lemons and hot, humid days that seem to go together perfectly. Remember that lemonade stand you had as a child? I once earned 35 cents … more