Chaya Rappoport
Chaya Rappoport is the blogger, baker and picture taker behind retrolillies.wordpress.com. Currently a pastry sous chef at a Brooklyn bakery, she's been blogging since 2012 and her work has been featured on The Feed Feed, Delish.com, Food and Wine and Conde Nast Traveler. Inspired by seasonal ingredients, vibrant produce and exotic ingredients, she looks to understand the science behind why a recipe works, how to make it even better, and shares that knowledge with her readers. You can find her sharing seasonal recipes and delicious desserts on her blog and postings snaps of her day to day cooking + baking on her instagram account, @retrolillies.
Articles by Chaya Rappoport
Sheet Pan Lamb Meatballs and Veggies Recipe
Packed with spices and bright lemon flavor, they are perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Cranberry Challah Donuts Recipe
The perfect fried treat for Hanukkah, Thanksgiving or anytime you need a good donut!
Spelt Banana Bread With Chocolate, Dates and Tahini Recipe
A chewy, nutty twist on 2020's most popular bake.
Cooking Shabbat Dinner Is Getting Me Through the Pandemic
The power of food and Shabbat during hard times.
We Should All Be Frying Our Gefilte Fish
A little oil is all it takes to transform this Ashkenazi staple.
Make a Smoked Fish Board for the Ultimate Yom Kippur Break Fast
A stylish update on the classic break fast meal.
Like Babka? You’ll Love This Recipe for Chocolate Kokosh Cake
Gooey, endless layers of chocolate pastry topped with streusel.
Greek Salad with Fried Halloumi Cheese
This salad is an explosion of flavors and textures you will love.