Have you guys heard about Periscope? It's a new social media platform, which is entirely video based. Unlike YouTube, though, the videos that you can watch on Periscope are TOTALLY LIVE - no edits, no re-takes, LIVE. Oh, and you can only record … [Read more...]
Shana Tova from Kosher on a Budget
Posted on September 16, 2012 by
Shana Tova! As we all scurry around our kitchens with last minute preparations for Rosh Hashana, I wanted to take a moment out to wish you a Shana Tova. Thank you so much for following Kosher on a Budget. Your reading, commenting, emailing, … [Read more...]
8 Ways to Save for the High Holidays
Posted on August 21, 2012 by
Now that it's officially Elul, it's time to start getting ready for the High Holidays. Here on Kosher on a Budget, "geting ready" refers not to selichot and shofar-blowing, but to budgets, menu plans and grocery lists. September is definitely one … [Read more...]
Rosh Hashana Post-Mortem: What Worked, What Was I Thinking + What Are We Doing for Sukkot
Posted on October 3, 2011 by
If you haven't already, I recommend that everyone who cooked for Rosh Hashana take a few minutes today to sit down and make some notes. Put them in your Google calendar (or on your blog ;-)) ... so that next year, your planning will be easier and … [Read more...]
How to Braid a Round Challah for Rosh Hashana
Posted on September 23, 2011 by
Earlier this week, I shared my easy method for making a round apple challah for Rosh Hashana. While I love that method and plan to use it for most of our challot, sometimes you need something a little more... impressive. Impressive - but still not … [Read more...]
FREE Webinar ~ From Overworked to Overjoyed: How to Plan, Strategize and Enjoy YomTov
Posted on September 21, 2011 by
In this one hour, free webinar, learn the best tried and true strategies from Rivkah of Jewish Life Organized and her husband Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin of the Relationship Rabbi for success with your High Holiday planning. Underlying their organizing … [Read more...]
Rosh Hashana Giveaways (Last Day)
Posted on September 20, 2011 by
Don't forget! Today is the last day to enter the KOAB Rosh Hashana Giveaways. If you haven't yet entered, now is the time! The giveaways will close tonight at 11:59 CST and the winners will be announced tomorrow. Click the links to open up each of … [Read more...]
Rosh Hashana Giveaway Week, Day #5: $50 Gift Card to Jewish Gift Place.com (2 Winners!)
Posted on September 15, 2011 by
A couple of weeks ago, I asked on Facebook what you would like to win for a Rosh Hashana Giveaway. When a number of you suggested Rosh Hashana Judaica, I knew just the place to go: The Jewish Gift Place. This wonderful online store hosts an … [Read more...]
Rosh Hashana Is Coming! Time to Get Organized.
Posted on August 30, 2011 by
Chodesh Tov! Back in my single days, I loved the month of Elul. It signified the coming of a new year - time for me to get my affairs in order. Time to reflect and redirect my energies - spiritual and otherwise - to higher pursuits. Now that … [Read more...]
