Peri Wechsler
Traditional lace cookies call for butter or margarine, but after many trial batches omitting it, these crispy, nutty, delicate cookies are the result. They look just like the bakery version but taste even better! My next idea was to sub Rice Krispies, crushed cornflakes, or oatmeal for the nuts for an allergy-friendly version. If any […]
Read MoreMidwest Rabbanim Gather to Address Shidduch Crisis Meir Kass Leading rabbanim, roshei yeshivah, and community leaders across the Midwest convened last week to confront a long-standing challenge facing Klal Yisrael—the shidduch crisis. The asifos, held in Chicago, Toronto, Cleveland, and Detroit, focused on a groundbreaking plan spearheaded by Rav Moshe Hillel Hirsch, aimed at giving […]
Read MoreTu B’Shevat heralds the defrosting of BMG’s famed freezer and fresh opportunities for recent (and not-so-recent) seminary graduates eagerly awaiting the marriage milestone. But as girls plunge deeper into the real world of the workforce, educational courses, and the unknowns of shidduchim, eagerness can morph into angst. For the girls who don’t get married during […]
Read MoreA healthy, chocolatey treat made with dates, this is a perfect sweet to add to your Tu B’Shevat table. Yield: 5 servings Ingredients: Brownies: 1 cup almond flour ½ cup cocoa powder ½ teaspoon vanilla sugar ⅓ cup maple syrup ⅓ cup almond butter 2 tablespoons milk or unsweetened nondairy milk substitute […]
Read MoreHow to Manage the Morning Rush Mornings in a busy household can feel like a race against the clock, especially when the goal is to get everyone out the door on time for yeshivah. Between dressing the kids, packing lunches, brushing teeth, and signing homework, it’s no wonder mornings can become chaotic. For families with […]
Read MoreTaking a look at the changes in styles, expectations, and marketing across 20 years and hundreds of ads Every week, when flipping through the Voice, your eye is caught by hundreds of beautiful, creative ads. Advertising is a vital part of any business, but when looking at the ads of long-time advertisers, you’ll see that […]
Read MoreThe crispy wrap, warm meat, and fresh tomato salsa is like a party of flavors and textures in the mouth. Yield: 4–6 servings Ingredients: Flautas: 1 tablespoon oil 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 lb. ground beef Salt to taste Black pepper to taste 1 jalapeño pepper, seeds and veins […]
Read MoreRabbi Yonah Weinrib Chodesh Shevat The month of Shevat, although it occurs in the winter months, begins a transition into a new stage of the year. The Gemara (Rosh Hashanah 2a) cites a machlokes between Beis Shammai and Beis Hillel whether Rosh Hashanah for the tress is Rosh Chodesh Shevat or the 15th of Shevat, […]
Read MoreCarving Out Quality Time with Our Children: Raising a large family is a tremendous blessing, but it can also come with the challenge of ensuring that each child feels seen, valued, and loved. With busy schedules, work commitments, and the daily demands of running a household, carving out one-on-one quality time with our children can […]
Read MoreDonald Trump Completes His Triumphant Return to the White House Meir Kass Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president on Monday, returning to power with a promise to end America’s decline and to “completely and totally reverse” the actions of Joe Biden, the man who drove him from office four years ago. Trump […]
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