It’s December, which means it’s time for sharing some Hanukkah blessings! I can’t wait to show you this year’s handmade Hanukkah menorahs, Hanukkah crafts and our latest DIY Menorahs for kids. Hanukkah has always been one of my favorite holidays, and not just because there are presents and sufganiyot/doughnuts, though it’s a potent combo. For…
Thoughtful Personalized Gifts of Pie Boxes & Rolling Pins for Fab Foodies
What do you get that friend that has everything? If they are frequent entertainers, consider one of these thoughtful personalized gifts for foodies from the NY Times Gift Shop! These gifts literally have their name written all over them. They are sure to be a hit. Thanks to the NYTimes Gift shop for the chance to…
Gluten, Egg, Soy, Dairy, and Nut Free Suganiyot Donuts
They said it couldn’t be done. Which was my invitation to try. Last night I took my original Gluten free donut recipe and re-calibrated it to make it free of several more allergens, all of which my niece cannot eat. Here are my modifications: I used a flour mix that was mostly Rice flour with…
DIY Candy Menorah – Easy and Delicious!
Here’s a Menorah that won’t last all 8 nights. But it will light up your children’s eyes! It’s made out of Marshmallow twists, peanut butter cups, gelt and orange “slices” gumdrops. Took about ten minutes to assemble. Less for our crowd to devour.
Doll Fashion Shoe Menorah for Kids
The thing about having teen/tween girls is that you still probably have a bunch of bits and baubles around from their childhood that you cling to. Like mismatched doll shoes in a bin under the bed. Though you know you should get rid of them, you don’t get around to it. And then Hanukah rolls…
DIY Plastic Dinosaur Menorah Tutorial
You know what would make your Hanukkah really rock the ages? A Menorahsaurus Dinosaur Menorah. We’re going to show you how to whip one up. Think of it as an even more ancient twist on an ancient holiday. I’m always amazed that there aren’t more awesome menorah tutorials out there. If ever there was an…
Gluten Free Mini Hanukkah Sufganiyot Donuts With Nutella Filling
Let me tell you about the things that are not a part of my life January through November. These include: Donuts Chocolate filling Anything fried This explains the (hopefully temporary) weight gain I experience each December when I set off on my quest to make the perfect gluten free Hanukkah Donut (aka Sufganiyot). I like…