Mid October, the treats for Halloween are ready by the door, the pumpkins are along the entryway and the autumn wreath is hanging on the door. While planning for Thanksgiving I realized I did not post the November holiday calendar yet. Here is a detailed list of the coming holidays for November 2008. more…

As usual in my kitchen, after celebrating Jewish New Year’s Eve, I had lamb and roasted potato leftovers I did not know what to do with. We had a great holiday leg of lamb roast meal. The lamb might be great the first time around, warming it up or eating it cold just don’t cut it for me. It is quite fatty meat no matter how much you trim it, and the second round is “passable” at best. more…

September holidays are here, but we still need to plan ahead! Here is a detailed list of the coming holidays for October 2008. Is there a holiday we are missing? A note about a holiday you think is worth mentioning? Feel free to comment. more…

To help you plan your holiday season, here is a detailed list of the coming holidays for September 2008. Note that in the Jewish and Muslim calendars a holiday begins on the sunset of the previous day, while Christian holidays are celebrated on the date. more…

You feel it in the air. The days are getting shorter, the blanket is actually used at night, and getting out of bed in the morning is difficult again. This can only mean one thing: summer is fading out, and autumn is sneaking in! And then you suddenly realize it: the holidays are here!!! more…