Hafrashat Challah

Uncover ancient customs, symbolic shapes, and practical techniques to create meaningful and delicious challah for the new year

Naava Raphaeli and her friends cannot forget the day a suicide bomber appeared, blew himself up within a group of teenagers, and killed two of their friends and a peer. Now they are launching a unique initiative that connects all segments of the population in the country.

A powerful life journey shaped by childhood intuition, military service, a meeting with a kabbalist, and a promise to God

Discover why even plain pasta abroad may require strict kosher certification and why dry pasta isn’t always as simple as it seems

Learn which doughs require hafrashat challah — how much flour is needed, which ingredients qualify, and the differences between baked, fried, or boiled doughs

Step-by-step instructions, halachic guidelines, and meaningful meditations to elevate your challah baking and bring blessing into your home

Why separating challah brings livelihood, peace, health, and unexpected miracles to Jewish homes

A heartfelt journey of faith, hope, and weekly challah baking that brought extraordinary blessings

Simple steps, expert tips, and common mistakes to avoid for delicious challah at home

Why washing hands, lighting candles, and giving charity elevate the mitzvah and open the gates of blessing

Torah roots, mystical significance, and the powerful spiritual benefits women seek through this ancient ritual