Shavuot is fast creeping up on us. It’s the holiday of decadent dairy indulgence, the time when one too many plates of cheesecake can wreak havoc on an unsuspecting Jewish stomach. It’s the celebration of the giving of the Torah, when the Jews became the chosen people, and when the chosen people chosen to declare…
As Shavuot approaches, you may be planning a celebration that involves a lot of heavy, dairy-rich foods — and you may also be wondering how you can enjoy your favorite treats and still stay on track, health-wise. You’re not alone if you find that the holidays make it difficult make healthy choices. Whether you’re hosting…
Eating our weight in cheesecake is pretty much what the holiday of Shavuot is all about…But is there a vegan-friendly way to celebrate the giving of the Torah? Israeli vegan trailblazer Merav Barzilay might have some answers. She’s the owner of some of Israel’s top organic restaurants, like the Meshek Barzilay Restaurant (with charming menus…
In vegan baking, binding material is needed to unite all the ingredients, which is a role usually played by eggs in baking. Usually applesauce does the trick as a substitute, but in this recipe it is not necessary because the bananas themselves are binding material. Coconut oil helps in the final formulation of the batter…
With Shavuot quickly approaching, it’s likely that you’ve got rich, dairy-filled treats on the brain. Cheddar kugels and blintzes, goat cheese tarts and baked brie are all festive fare that make for the perfect holiday spread — and, of course, there’s cheesecake. Rich and full of flavor, cheesecake is a Shavuot no-brainer, right? Well, not…
Shavuot begins at sunset on May 19th this year, and, as always, it will mark a celebration full of dairy-rich delicacies. While each bite of blintz or cheesecake is sure to be tasty, it’s also important to remember that overindulging in dairy products — or choosing the wrong type of dairy — can cause a…
Get a load of the most outrageously beautiful and tempting cheesecakes we found on Instagram. Whether you decide to bake or buy, consider embellishing your standard cake, inspired by these colorful and creative ideas. Unicorns have been having a moment in the popular consciousness, but galaxy-inspired food (see above) has become a beloved, enduring trend….
The history of cheesecake is a bit sticky — everyone wants a slice. Some variation of the cake has been around for about 2,800 years and is served across Europe, in the United States and Canada, and in several countries in the Middle East. A version with pineapples is even made in Hawaii, more than…
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