Air Fryer Pizza Fries
One of the questions we’re asked most frequently, especially in the runup to Pesach, is “will this recipe work in an air fryer? And sheepishly, we’ve often had to tell people we haven’t tried it, but that it probably will, and to let us know how they get on! Well, this year, we decided to lean in and buy a new milky air fryer to speed up the process of making matza pizzas, chips and vegetable patties for our toddler. Admittedly, our regular air fryer is usually used mainly for chips, but at a time of year where potatoes are the main carb, we thought it would be a perfect addition to our Pesach kitchen setup. We opted for something small, basic and inexpensive, but it’s been a game-changer so far, and we thought we’d publish this pizza fries recipe as our very first offering, because it’s simply too good not to share!
Charoset Pyramids
Charoset provides a fascinating glimpse into both personal and shared histories, capturing the very essence of Passover traditions. Enjoyed globally by Jews on Seder Night, charoset appears in countless variations, each deeply connected to the specific customs of individual families or communities. These cherished recipes, handed down through generations, mirror the unique paths of those who come together for the Seder meal, and the complex and evolving tapestry of our people.
Sephardi Charoset
Charoset serves as a captivating window into personal and communal histories, encapsulating the essence of Passover traditions. Whilst universally enjoyed by Jews worldwide during Seder Night, Charoset comes in myriad forms, each variation deeply rooted in the unique traditions of individual families or communities. These personal recipes, passed down from generation to generation, not only add to the rich tapestry of the celebration but also reflect the distinct journeys of those who gather to share the Seder meal.
Ashkenazi Charoset
Charoset gives a fascinating glimpse into an individual’s past and could be regarded as a microcosm of the bigger Passover picture. Charoset of some description is consumed by all practicing Jews worldwide on Seder Night, and yet there are thousands of variations, particular to households, families or communities. As with all Seder Night customs, they are highly individual, passed down through generations and each gives us a glimpse into the journey of the individuals gathered around the Seder table.
Budget Friendly Chicken Soup
A budget-friendly version of our Classic Chicken Soup, this recipe uses a chicken carcass as its base. We do not recommend trying this with one from the butcher, as they tend to strip the carcass very clean, but rather, if you are butchering your own chicken, you can leave a little extra meat on the bones, to stretch the chicken that bit further. Not all chickens imbue the same amount of flavour, and if the carcass does not have much meat left on it, you may wish to add a stock cube at the end to give an extra punch of flavour. This recipe will work better still if you can use two carcasses.
Refreshingly Simple Sweetheart Cabbage and Celery Slaw
A simple fresh slaw can lift almost any dish, cutting through with acidity. Pairing great with meat dishes fish or as an extra salad for a lunchbox, this super simple slaw packs a zingy citrus punch and a refreshing crunch. We recommend serving this slaw with our 3-course Seder Plate-inspired menu (perhaps adding in some chopped spring onions if they feature on your Seder table).
Pesach Seder Plate-Inspired Menu
A deliciously rich, sweet, velvety ganache-filled torte with a beautiful crumbly, crunchy base.
This torte can be made parev or dairy, and we think it’s best served with single cream (when applicable) and fresh fruit.
Chocolate Matzah Torte
A deliciously rich, sweet, velvety ganache-filled torte with a beautiful crumbly, crunchy base.
This torte can be made parev or dairy, and we think it’s best served with single cream (when applicable) and fresh fruit.
Herby Marror and Karpas Crusted Salmon
It’s a classic Pesach conundrum: you buy a whole horseradish as long as an arm, and after using a small chunk for the seder plate find yourself with a slowly aging stick in the vegetable drawer of the fridge. What does one do with all the leftovers? Well, as the commandment of keeping Passover explicitly includes consumption of maror, we think it’s worth incorporating it into the meal on Seder night or at any time during the week. Horseradish makes an excellent addition to mashed potatoes to complement a meaty main course, for example. Here we’ve included it as a peppery addition to a herb crusted salmon, balanced with the freshness of lemon and parsley.
