Oneg’s Homemade Chicken Soup
Nothing in the world says “Shabbat” quite like chicken soup. Here is the recipe for my husband Bill's traditional Chicken Soup. I hope you enjoy it as much as our family and guests do!
How to Celebrate Shabbat: Find Connection, Not Perfection on Shabbat
It’s about the joy – or oneg – of taking time out of your crazy week to stop, unplug and experience traditions that have helped keep our community together for thousands of years. But most of us find it hard to take that time.
What Time Does Shabbat Start?
Why does Shabbat start at sunset? Jewish days run from sunset to sunset. Practically, this means that Shabbat arrives as the sun drops and the sky softens. It’s a weekly...
What Does Shabbat Shalom Mean? (Answered)
If you’ve ever been wished “Shabbat shalom,” you might wonder what you’re supposed to say back, when it’s used, or what it really means beyond a friendly hello. I remember...
What Time Does Shabbat End? (Detailed)
Shabbat, the Jewish day of rest, runs from Friday night to Saturday night. It’s a 25 hour period of rest and reflection. That said, determining when exactly Shabbat ends is...
How Many Candles On A Menorah?
Menorah vs. Hanukkiah: what’s the difference? Here’s the ice breaker. When most folks ask “how many candles on a menorah,” they usually mean the Hanukkah menorah, also called a hanukkiah....
6 Creative Gifts for a Bat Mitzvah? (For Teens)
Ice breaker question: What makes a Bat Mitzvah gift feel personal to a teen today?Short answer: it feels like you see her. You’re honoring a milestone and also her actual...
8 Creative Jewish Wedding Gift Ideas (Modernizing Tradition)
A Jewish wedding gift can be both beautiful and useful, something the couple will reach for on Friday nights, holidays, and ordinary days in between. If you are new to...
5 Personalized Ideas for Hanukkah Gifts.
If you searched for ideas for Hanukkah gifts and felt overwhelmed by choices, you’re not alone. With eight nights ahead, the sweetest presents are the ones that feel personal. Let’s...
