Passover Is Almost Here
The weeks are flying by, and Passover is going to be here before we know it. I felt so ahead of the game… and suddenly, it’s upon us.
Our orders are already rolling in, and we’re getting excited. I’m so grateful for our team—some of them are heading into their third Passover with us. There’s something really special about building that rhythm together year after year.
Our menu stays rooted in traditional favorites because, to me, Passover is about tradition and connection to the past. What I love most is hearing about the memories and family traditions people carry with them—those are the things that make the holiday come alive.
The Tradition of Gathering
One of the most meaningful parts of the seder is something we actually talk about right at the beginning—inviting others into our homes.
In my family, that was always a big deal. No one should be alone. There was always space at the table.
And our table was full—often 30+ people, full of life, noise, and energy.
We had:
- finger puppets for the 10 plagues
- plush seder plates
- kids’ haggadot
- jumping plastic frogs everywhere
My sister, when she hosts, turns her table into a full scene—like the parting of the Red Sea, with characters and visuals that bring the story to life.
I recently heard a podcast where author and historian Dara Horn described creating a fully interactive seder—complete with laser beams in her garage to reenact the splitting of the sea, and a video project where each guest told part of the story. It’s incredible how creative people can get.
Tradition, Then and Now
Of course, depending on religious observance, that creativity looks different for everyone.
My dad describes his childhood seders as very straightforward—his father reciting the entire haggadah quickly, with little interaction.
And now, things look different.
Maybe that’s modern life. Maybe it’s the desire to engage and connect in new ways.
But honestly? I see it as a positive.
If it helps our kids love their history, stay engaged, ask questions, and feel connected—that’s a win. Anything that sparks discussion and learning around the table is meaningful.
What Stays the Same
What I find most interesting is that my own kids—who aren’t really “kids” anymore—love the full seder. They want all of it:
- the songs
- Hallel
- the full experience
And I think that comes back to something deeper—it’s about family. And not just family by blood, but the family we choose to gather with.
The Food Traditions We Carry
And then, of course, there’s the food.
Everyone has their own traditions:
- I grew up with “egg soup” (if you know, you know
) - charoset recipes from all over the world
- dishes that are tied to specific memories
One thing I’ve been seeing more of lately—and I love—is people adding dips and vegetables to snack on during the early part of the seder.
Because let’s be honest… what Jewish meal doesn’t involve a lot of food?
Share Your Traditions
I would love to hear about your Passover traditions—food, family, creative ideas, all of it. Share your stories, your photos, your memories.
This time of year, we get to see so many of you:
- picking up seder meals
- stopping in for a little chametz break while cleaning
- or sometimes both
There’s something really special about that.
We are a small people, spread across the world, each with our own way of observing—but connected through shared history, tradition, and memory.
And personally, I find so much joy in all the different ways we keep those traditions alive.
