Foodie Friday: High Holiday Favorites

Rosh Hashanah is Friday, September 18th, and signifies the beginning of Fall for many. It's a high holiday with a tradition of serving a festive meal for family and friends.  This recipe roundup filled with Fall flavors, is actually for anyone, celebrating or not. But for those serving , these dishes promise to help you to host this holiday with Chutzpah!

Apples & Honey Board 
Let's call this dish apple and honey magic! Using an artisanal honey, adding honeycomb, fanning the apples, the honey dipper, all elevate this must
 have appetizer!
Rebekah Lowin

Pomegranate Sangria
It is traditional to eat pomegranates on Rosh Hashana because, with their numerous arils, they symbolize fruitfulness. This is the kind of fruitiness I can get into!
Once Upon A Chef

Beet and Carrot Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
What a beautiful salad, and so healthy, too! The earthy beets and sweet carrots are a delicious duo.
Williams Sonoma

Pumpkin and Coconut Soup
This recipe makes a wonderful starter for a family meal. It's a great pumpkin soup that features the warmth of a bit of spice. 
The Kitchn

Individual Cinnamon Kugelhopf
The dough is dipped in butter and rolled in cinnamon sugar. Enough said.
The Kitchn

Red Roast Chicken with Lemon and Garlic
Paprika gives this beautiful bird it's rosy color and a bit of earthiness. Fresh lemon adds the brightness.
Saveur

Chocolate Honey Cake
This recipe is a bit uncommon, and that is why I have added it to the post. Your guests will love changing up a traditional honey cake.
LiL Cookie

Hasselback Roasted Butternut Squash With Cranberry Pecan Balsamic Glaze
The presentation of this dish is divine, and it will take center stage on your holiday table.
May I Have That Recipe

Pumpkin Challah Rolls
How cute are these? Celebrating or not, we all should try this recipe.  The author tells us that if you can tie a double knot, you can master these.
Rebekah Lowin

Seared Radicchio and Roasted Beets
Roasting beets over high heat yields charred skin—a nice balance with the sweet flesh. I decided to ignore the reviews, as this recipe is too beautiful not to serve.
Epicurious

Noodle Kugel With Caramelized Onions & Brown Butter
 I happen to like kugel because the ones I have had were sweet. So this recipe is a bit more sophisticated with a savory take on the classic.
Food52

Oven-Roasted Beef Brisket with Bourbon Peach Glaze
I have only had brisket once and didn't care for it, but this recipe would make me try it again!
Spicy Southern Kitchen

PomeGranate Tart With Hibiscus, Lemon, & Almond Flour Crust
Gluten Free
The Recipe says it best: "Creamy pomegranate curd kissed with hibiscus and lemon and blanketed in whipped cream and fresh pomegranate arils, all wrapped up in a buttery almond
 flour crust."
Bojon Gourmet

Pistachio Crusted Salmon
Here's a simple yet elegant dish that takes only 30 minutes from
 start to finish.
Sweet & Savory Pursuits

Apples and Honey Semolina Cake
This dairy free dessert features the flavors of Fall and is just perfect for Rosh Hashanah.
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Hoop Dreams: Zooming In On Fall Earrings

{ Via: Lulu Frost }

Today's inspiration comes from Vogue: 
5 Pandemic-Era Rules to Dress by This Fall . Since many of us are living and working virtually via "Zoom," statement earrings are bigger than ever, especially "hoops." Having a bad hair day? Slick it back in a sophisticated pony and put on a pair of haute hoops. Nothing says "cool girl" better than this classic chic style. Here are 15 hoops of your dreams!

Charlotte Chesnais Galilea

The creator of this eponymous brand loves curves which appear in all her jewelry. These are beyond cool. 
Made in France.

24S.com

Demarson Riley Earring

For the girl who loves pearls, but also wants to be cutting edge. 

Moda Operandi

Mini Trio Earring

This style really is not so mini, but it takes style to the maximum. Made with acrylic, brass, and silver. All eyes will be zoomed in on you! Just under $100.

Cult Gaia

Polished Gold Doorknocker Hoops
It's hard to find good clip on earrings, but here you go. My perfect pair!
Kenneth Jay Lane

Elysian Hoops
Add sparkle and a pop of color to any outfit in these happy hoops. A budget buy at less than $25.
Baublebar

Jennifer Behr Shanna 
Inspired by Frida Kahlo, and a best seller. The lacy details are fabulous!
Jennifer Behr

Prudence Hoops
Modern, playful and a wee bit fancy with facetted beads and lurex threads. Best yet, everything on 
the website is 50% off.
Amrita Singh

Crystal Hoop Earrings
These glossy and glam earrings will elevate any outfit for day or night.
Oscar De La Renta

Nova Hoops
Love Jenny for showing her beautiful handcrafted earrings on a more mature woman. Picture proof that hoop earrings are good at any age.
Wonderful organic shape!
Jenny-Bird

Picasso Jasper Mismatch Earrings
I've done this by accident more than once.  These are very fun. Two different earrings that clearly coordinate for a chic look. Another great
 budget buy. Available in four color combinations.
Charles & Keith

Cascadia Hoop Drop Earring
Evoking majestic pines, these geometric Cascadia Hoop Drop Earrings feature a mix of gold and silver metalwork. Now 40% off, as is everything
 on their website.
Lulu Frost

Classic Chain Hammered Hoop 

Crafted in Bali, this fabulous find is also the most expensive of the edit. Made with sterling silver and 18K gold, they are fine with a capital F.

 John Hardy 

Elizabeth Cole Scarlett Hoops
Fun and fancy at the same time. They have been nicely reduced at...
Intermix


Sonya Earring
Art as jewelry. This earring features architectural hoops suspended from a single post. They make
 a statement.

Cult Gaia

Fendi Leather Hoops
F is for fabulous Fendi! 
Farfetch

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Treat A Teacher: 13 Thoughtful Gifts

{ Via: Etsy }

Teachers ~ my heart goes out to them. If they are virtually teaching this Fall, they are entering unknown territory. It is hard enough to keep the kids focused when you are in the same room. Teaching virtually will require every trick of the trade. If they are actually teaching in the classroom. They are likely worried for their own safety. Either way, they did not sign up for this. None of us have, but adapt we must. A little token or act of kindness, will go a long way. This year, say thank you before the year really gets started with one of these 13 thoughtful gifts.

 

The Best Caramel Apples

The old adage "an apple a day keeps the doctor away," is more important than ever these days. Your child is sure to be teachers pet with a

 gift of one of these. 

Mrs. Prindables

Hands or ABCs Handmade Face Masks

In person teaching requires face masks. These colorful and playful patterns will keep the kids focused on what the teacher is saying. 

Etsy

Teacher Stamp Kit

Consider this a reward system for your own child. This set includes four hand lettered and hand drawn mini stamps and two mini stamp pads. The teacher will love having another way to inspire 

the kids.

Paper Sushi

Personalized Carry-All Tote

Any one of us would love this, just for daily life. It's made from 100% cotton. The soft leather handles add the luxe. 

Minted

Hand Illustrated Binder

They don't hand out school supplies that look like this to teachers. It is said to be incredibly sturdy and you can choose the hair and skintone of the female on the cover. 

A Thing Created

Hand & Body Wash By Beekman 1802

Surely any teacher will want to wash their hands often during a school day. Gift them with this set of three bottles. If she keeps them in the classroom, it will also encourage the kids to follow suit. The product is free from toxic chemicals, and the natural scents are heavenly. Honey-Grapefruit is my fave, but they are all good.

HSN

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

 Face Mask

A teacher can not have too many face masks. And to keep her students attention, they should be relevant and fun for the kids. This iconic little caterpillar will engage the youngest students. It's only $8.00

Etsy

Personalized Notepad

Just think how much the teacher in your life will enjoy this $8 gift. Get one for yourself, too.

Etsy

Color Blocked Cement Planter

Brighten her day with a potted plant. These hand painted containers will add some pizazz to her desk. Just add a succulent from the market. You will love the entire shop of colorful accessories.

Kailo Chic

Clare V. for Anthropologie Maisonette Mug

The perfect gift for the French Teacher!

Anthropolgie

Diversity Flashcards for Children 

Diversity should be taught at home, but our teachers can help, too. The lower school teacher in your life will love the chance to get these positive messages across to your children.

Fili and Flora

Origins Feel Good Candle

"Give mood and space a scentsational vibe with the enticing aroma of Orange Blossom-extracted Neroli essential oil or orange, pine and spruce." These candles are made without toxins. An especially good gift for teachers working

 from home. They ship for free. 

Origins

Pure Hand Cream

Simple pleasures have become necessities with all of the hand washing we do because of Covid19.  This fragrance free formula features botanical extracts with skin softening goat milk. It's a winner for everyone - male or female!

Beekman 1802

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