Finding Light in the Busy Season
It has been a week.We’ve been working so hard that I’ve gone to bed by 8 PM more than once — and slept like a baby each time! My staff has been giving everything they’ve got, and I couldn’t be more grateful…
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Building Better Food Habits—One Kid at a Time
As most of us know, juggling parenthood and work is not always easy. People often ask me how I ended up working in food, and honestly, it still makes me laugh—because it wasn’t a traditional path at all. I originally…
Getting Ready for Hanukkah
Hanukkah may not be the most significant Jewish holiday on the calendar, but wow — it brings so much fun, energy, and excitement into our kitchen every single year. I always think back to the first year things finally started to feel “normal” again…
Dreaming of Doughnuts: Welcoming Hanukkah Season at Mosaic
As we head into the last Shabbat of November, I can’t help but feel that familiar shift… the moment when fall becomes winter, the snow starts to swirl, the kitchen feels extra cozy, and my mind turns immediately toward one thing: doughnuts.More…
Gathering, Food, and Traditions — Mosaic Style
As this year keeps moving, I’m discovering so many new things we can offer, and I’m grateful to have such a strong team behind me—ready for anything I dream up and throw their way. This week alone, I created a…
The Magic of Shabbat Dinner — and Why We All Need Moments Like This
This Friday, I’m practically buzzing with excitement. We’re having a big family Shabbat dinner, and it’s stirring up so many memories from my childhood. Every Friday, my cousins, my sister, and I gathered at my grandparents’ house for Shabbat. On…
What “Friends” Teaches Me About Food, Connection, and Community
Over the last month, I’ve fully immersed myself in a Friends rewatch — the entire series — and wow, I forgot how emotionally invested you can get in a TV show. The Ross and Rachel storyline? The ultimate will-they-won’t-they. The hopeless romantic in me…
Thriving in the busy season – Why we love the rush
It has been a busy, busy week — which is exactly how we love it. People often tell me, “You’re always so busy!” And I always reply: not busy enough. When the calendar is full and the kitchen is buzzing, my team thrives. We move…
What Hospitality Means to Me
Hosting has always been something I’ve loved. Just thinking about having a big gathering with family and friends — a mix of generations and stories all under one roof — brings me joy. A full house filled with laughter, good…
The Art of a Seamless Event: Why Details Matter
I’ve been catering for 16 years now — which is crazy to think about! Before that, I worked on the event side as a wedding planner, often helping friends and family bring their celebrations to life. I’ve always believed that…