THE TFC BLOG

I love to cook. And I love to eat. And I love to feel my best. And fit into my best black dress. Especially during the holidays. Don’t you? Spending time in the kitchen and cooking up a storm poses a hidden hazard: the caloric build of just a bite. That’s right, you think it’s […]

Tis the season for dropping temperatures, colorful foliage, and delicious comfort foods that leave many saying, “Seconds, please!” Before you start indulging in deliciousness, though, check out these flips to make your favorite Fall treats more waistline-friendly. Swap Apple Pie For Baked Apples Flour, sugar, and butter — these are just a few ingredients that […]

Rosh Hashana (AKA the Jewish New Year) and all of the fall Jewish holidays always creep up so quickly and so surprisingly despite having them etched solidly into the calendar. Funny huh? It’s probably the combination of just exhaling from summer holidays, then jumping back into work and school routines but simultaneously being occupied with […]

For over a decade, on the Jewish New Year, I’ve baked Susie Fishbein’s absolutely divine apple cake from her book, The Kosher Palette. Over the years I’ve tweaked and played with my own gluten free and flexible version. (Truth: I never wait for New Year’s to bake this anymore, it’s just too good to wait). […]

Salads don’t have to be boring. With the right dressing, they can transform into a vibrant, flavorful experience. Enter my latest Jalapeño Lime Dressing—a creamy, craveable, and versatile sauce that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. This dressing elevates any salad into an explosion of flavors, balancing the heat of jalapeño with the […]

If your long-distance summer getaways have been canceled due to the pandemic or if you’re just not quite ready to jet set across the world, it doesn’t mean you can’t bring vacation home to you! Make the most of your time by creating new, exciting summer drinks that taste like an exotic holiday minus the […]

Nothing screams summer more than a simple frozen dessert using farm-fresh peaches! A refreshing peach sorbet is the perfect way to capture the essence of the season. If you’re looking for the quickest route to this delightful treat, grabbing a frozen bag of peaches will do the trick. But if you’re feeling adventurous and have […]

Looking for a simple yet satisfying treat that’s both nutritious and indulgent? Try making date bark! This craveable snack combines the natural sweetness of dates with the rich flavors of chocolate and salty nuts, creating a perfect balance of taste and texture. Start with the halved, pitted Medjool dates and place them flat on the […]

In our Flexible Chef kitchen, we tested the trending puff pastry tartlets and can confirm they absolutely live up to the excitement. The concept is simple: place your favorite fillings on a baking sheet, cover them with buttery puff pastry, and voilà, you have the perfect tartlet! You can get creative with sweet ingredients like […]