Author Archives: Kitchen Time with Wendi!

Sweet Treats for Passover

With the Pesach (Passover) Seder just a few nights away, we thought we would start prepping our menu and cooking/baking. Started with an easy, yet messy, no bake recipe, Matzah Icebox Cake. Really fun, quite sweet w/ a little crunch and a delicious dessert to wrap up your meal… Mix up your favorite chocolate chipsContinue reading “Sweet Treats for Passover”

Food at the Heart of Family & Tradition

Growing up Jewish, mealtimes weren’t just about eating—they were the heartbeat of our family, the centerpiece of every gathering, and the backdrop to our most cherished memories. Whether it was the aroma of freshly baked challah filling the house on a Friday night or the careful preparation of dishes passed down for generations, food wasContinue reading “Food at the Heart of Family & Tradition”

Bubbles & Boards!

As I have become more of a foodie, I have become more open to trying new flavors and combinations. One of my favorite combos has become charcuterie boards and champagne (champs, pronounced shamps for short). A charcuterie board is a delicious masterpiece on a platter—a mix of savory meats, creamy cheeses, crisp crackers, and burstsContinue reading “Bubbles & Boards!”

Sweet, Savory, and Oh-So-Easy: Tomato Confit

Today, I’m excited to share one of my absolute favorite recipes—Tomato Confit! There’s something magical about slow-roasting tomatoes until they’re bursting with rich, sweet, and savory flavors. Whether you spread them on toast, toss them with pasta, or use them as a topping, this recipe is a game-changer. Get ready for a simple yet deliciousContinue reading “Sweet, Savory, and Oh-So-Easy: Tomato Confit”

5 Easy Cooking Tips for Beginners

“Every great cook starts somewhere, and that often includes a few kitchen blunders! From mistaking salt for sugar to setting off the smoke alarm with an ambitious new recipe, we’ve all been there. The key is to laugh, learn, and keep cooking—because every mistake is just another step toward mastering the kitchen!” Cooking can seemContinue reading “5 Easy Cooking Tips for Beginners”

Believe…

I came across this quote recently and it made me pause and think… “There are many people less qualified than you doing what you want to do. They simply believed in themselves and didn’t make any excuses. Period.” It made me pause and think because it hit home on so many levels. I have beenContinue reading “Believe…”