Lifestyle, Motherhood, and Small Inspirations
This is my "go to" cake for all occasions. I make it almost every Shabbat. I bring it to friends after they give birth. I bring it to various events at people's homes. It is always a favorite and because it has a base of plain yogurt, it can have endless variations. This cake is …
Where do I begin? You might be thinking, Algae, really? It might look like the story began at Nahsholim Beach back in April where my husband and I took our first kid-free, one-night vacation along this beautiful beach in the north of Israel. While the Mediterranean water was still a bit chilly recovering from the winter, …
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For those of you who haven't been following me on Instagram or Modest Jerusalem's Facebook page, I have been posting some Street Style pictures of different women in Jerusalem that I pass while walking, and asking them questions about Modest Fashion. The motivation for this "project" is truly out of curiosity on why women choose …
Perhaps 20 years ago in Israel, stewed Moroccan Fish might have only graced the Shabbat tables of North African Jewish families, but in recent years it has become very popular among young Israelis of all backgrounds to make on Shabbat evening. A bit spicy, a lot of cilantro, and a wonderful red pepper sauce to …
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In gardening terms, Aloe Vera is a woman's best friend and role model. She is sturdy, reliable, always there when you need her, will embrace her motherhood and raise many flexible, strong and adaptable children. When I made Aliyah to Jerusalem in 2011, it only took me a short time to understand that in a …
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I am happy to launch the Modest Jerusalem YouTube Channel with a playlist of my favorite Israeli Singer-Songwriters. Link to Playlist This is a great mix for a long walk or car ride, while cooking, or wherever else you might like to listen to slower paced, but uplifting music. The artists I included are Evitar …
(*Note on April 24, 2018. It gives me a lot of sadness to write that Shira's Trumpeldor Vintage had to close its doors at the end of October 2017. We will miss your gem in the heart of Nachlaot, but are still inspired by your story. Good luck in all your new ventures.) A few …
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Modest Jerusalem is launching a series of personal essays from friends and other women from Israel and around the world, who have inspirational stories covering a variety of topics. Kicking off this series is a dear friend and former colleague of mine, Juli Kristof, who was born and raised in Budapest, Hungary. She made Aliyah to Israel …
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There are many reasons to make your own All-Purpose House Cleaner. Financial reasons, wanting to green up your house, limit your bleach usage, to protect your kids from being exposed regularly to chemicals in the house, and many others. I want to first mention that I am not against bleach and I do clean my …
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Most people know Bulgur from Tabbouleh salad, where all you need to do is soak the Bulgur in hot water for about 20-30 minutes, and the grains soak up all the water and become soft. Then you put the grains in a salad and there you go! First off what exactly is Bulgur? Bulgur wheat …
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