Challah

The origins of hafrashat challah, the evolution of the Shabbat loaf, and how an ancient kitchen ritual became a worldwide expression of Jewish identity and prayer.

Transform leftover challah into golden, crispy, perfectly seasoned homemade croutons with this simple oven-baked recipe

Don’t let leftover challah go to waste. Turn it into a warm, cheesy casserole that makes an easy and satisfying family meal.

The secret to fluffy challah often comes down to a few surprisingly small details. Here’s what to do from the moment you mix the dough until it cools.

How to do hafrashat challah, the mitzvah of separating challah, with its blessing and meaning, plus a foolproof homemade challah recipe for Shabbat.

Learn how to bake golden, bakery-style challah with a rich, airy texture

Fill your home with the aroma of freshly baked challah. This easy recipe delivers perfect results every time.

Discover how the mitzvot of First Fruits, Tithes, and Challah reveal a profound journey from individuality to community, marriage, and true spiritual unity

As her child suffered dozens of seizures a day, one mother turned to a night of challah and prayer. What followed was nothing short of a miracle.

Learn how to make Kiddush the right way with this simple, beginner-friendly guide covering the key halacha rules for Friday night and Shabbat morning.

Explore the meaning of challah, its connection to creation, and how this powerful mitzvah allows Jewish women to bring blessing and holiness into the world

Discover the spiritual power of separating challah, its deep Jewish meaning, and the blessings women experience through this special mitzvah

A clear guide to the mitzvah of hafrashat challah. Learn the required flour amounts, when to say the blessing, how to burn the challah, and common halachic cases

After her husband and sons survived a terrifying shipwreck at sea, Limor Bardugo left her career behind to spread faith, prayer, and unity

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

Discover the different practices of Sephardim and Ashkenazim

Baked some amazing challah and want it to stay fresh for several days? Try these two incredible methods.

Discover the spiritual symbolism and practical halachic (Jewish legal) rules behind Judaism’s most beloved bread.

Why is it necessary to separate challah, and what makes the performance of this mitzvah so special?