Rosh Hashanah Food

New Year Food Resolutions

I think everyone has their favorite holiday—you know, the holiday that gets you giddy and excited. And my favorite Jewish ...

Honey Whole Wheat Challah

Using half whole wheat flour keeps this healthful alternative light and fluffy.

Cocktail Meatballs with Pignolis and Currants

Albondigas, or meatballs, are a mainstay of Sephardic cuisine. 

A New Sesame on the Block

Sesame seems to be enjoying a moment in the spotlight recently and I couldn’t be happier. Halva was always a staple ...

Apple Kugel Crumble Cake

I love noodle kugel, especially my husband’s salt and pepper noodle kugel, which is always a hit at any Shabbat ...

Find Your Rosh Hashanah Tablescape Inspiration

Some of us are blessed with the “D” (designer) gene and well, some of us can cook. Let’s just say ...

Crockpot Carne con Papas, An Alternative to Brisket

Literally meat and potatoes, this dish is a Cuban family favorite.

Syrian Candied Gourd for Rosh Hashanah

Everybody knows about dipping apples in honey to celebrate Rosh Hashanah for a “sweet” year. But in the Syrian tradition, we have ...

Sour Cream Apple Coffee Cake

Moist and tender, not overly sweet, and laced with a heavenly streusel topping and filling, this coffee cake has got it all.

Stuffed Apples for Sukkot

Did you know that it is traditional to eat stuffed foods on Sukkot?Originally, I thought it was just because they ...

Pomegranate Truffles

Pomegranate truffles are a popular dessert in my Rosh Hashanah table. Persians are addicted to pomegranates; they even use pomegranates ...