Purim is coming and with it a warning that once again the ruler of modern-day Persia may be plotting the destruction of Israel. This time there is less chance of a mushroom cloud over...

Years ago, I was sitting in the park when I heard a woman chiding her little son quite loudly. The scene is forever etched in my mind: “There are only four words that you’d...

If you’ve ever spent the better part of Shvat and half of Adar trying to track down a sailor hat, a pair of Minnie Mouse ears, a marshal’s badge, or any other elusive costume...

“Creativity takes courage,” a famous artist once said. But that’s not the only reason why Reb Mendel Roth is a very courageous individual. For someone like him who hails from a rebbishe home, just...

There are times in life when, as Hashem says, “V’anochi hasteir astir panai bayom hahu – I will hide My face on that day—and we feel alone and forsaken. Then there are other times...

Costumes. Uniforms. They’ve always played a big role in everything from government, military and religion to performances, social gatherings and espionage. Paradoxically speaking, costumes have been used to establish identities and to hide them....

Cinnamon and a touch of cayenne give this hot chocolate a bit of a kick, while soft and fluffy homemade marshmallows sweeten the deal and make a complete gift. MAKES 5 jars of hot chocolate...

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Watch Victoria Dwek as she perfects the ultimate side dish: The Smokey String Bean One-Pan Glazed Green Beans When we was working on Everyday Secret Restaurant recipes, Leah Schapira told me that one of her friends...

No-Cal Sushi Well, almost! But if you’re craving sushi but wish you could enjoy it without the carbs, this version totally satiates that craving and might even have some people fooled. Using the whole nori...