Home and Kitchen Essentials Simplified
Sarah EmironeYou’re hosting your first proper dinner party, proudly setting the table with your newly acquired stoneware dinner set. The rustic charm and artisanal appeal are undeniable, but as you lift the hefty serving bowl, your wrists strain under its weight. Later that evening, a distinct crack echoes through your kitchen as you transfer a piping … Read more
You’re hosting a dinner party, and as you’re setting the table, your friend casually mentions that their new plates are “vitrified porcelain.” Your other guest chimes in about their sustainable bamboo dinnerware, while someone else swears by their grandmother’s bone China collection. Suddenly, a simple choice between “fancy” and “everyday” plates becomes a fascinating exploration … Read more
You’re standing in your kitchen, holding your grandmother’s cherished glass baking dish. For years, it’s been the vessel for both dairy and meat dishes, and suddenly, a thought crosses your mind – is this actually kosher? You’re not alone in this contemplation. As modern kitchens become more complex and diverse, questions about the kosher status … Read more
Imagine standing in a gorgeous homeware store, admiring an exquisite set of bone china that would perfectly grace your Shabbat table. The intricate blue and white pattern reminds you of your grandmother’s cherished collection, but a question nags at your conscience: Is this china truly kosher? Can it be used in your kosher kitchen? As … Read more
It’s mealtime, and your little one has just mastered the art of self-feeding – somewhat. As you watch them gleefully toss another plastic plate across the kitchen (along with most of their dinner), you can’t help but wonder if there’s a better option. Something safe for your baby and kind to our planet. Bamboo plates … Read more
You’re hosting a garden party, proudly serving appetizers on your newly purchased bamboo plates. As your guests admire their eco-friendly charm, someone raises an eyebrow and asks, “But are these actually safe?” It’s a fair question that’s likely crossed your mind too. After all, we’re increasingly conscious about what comes into contact with our food, … Read more