We escaped the city last weekend and took the girls hiking at Mt. Lakes Park. I highly recommend checking it out as a day trip – less than two hours from NYC, no crowds and stunningly beautiful views of rolling hills and lakes. The distance and terrain were perfect for a family hike. Our trip was…
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Shanah Tovah – the power of food and community.
Rosh Hashanah arrived especially early this year, the end of summer and back to school rush seemed to leave little time for holiday preparations. The week leading into the New Year I received news that one of my oldest childhood friends tragically passed away. While we had grown apart over the years, I felt a…
Can’t stop eating this Granola Recipe
This granola recipe just never fails. It is utterly addictive, totally adaptable and one you can make with pretty much anything you have in your cupboard. The key to this go to recipe is copious amounts of olive oil, maple syrup and brown sugar. One batch makes about 4 cups which will leave plenty to…
The Only Holiday Cookie Recipe You Need
As we’ve just said goodbye to the last night of Hanukkah I might be a little late to post this, but Christmas is still a few days away and felt the need to share what I think is the best basic sugar cookie recipe for the holidays. These make the perfect dinner party or teacher…
Hosting the Spontaneous Guest (and mastering the art of a cheese board)
I love planning gatherings well in advance but some of my favorite time spent with friends are often those that happen spontaneously. I’ve tried to build a home where friends feel welcome to send a text saying their passing by and would love to drop in. Or when I find myself on the rare occasion…
Tips for a Fall Feast
Rosh Hashanah has been my holiday to host for over 10 years. What started as a small gathering of close friends who like us, don’t live near immediate family has turned into a full on feast filled with new friends and old as well as our close and extended families. It’s a holiday purely about…
Brooklyn Balabusta is Back!
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