What makes BarMitzvahFavors.com Special?

A child's Bar/Bat Mitzvah is truly a coming of age experience in the Jewish religion and within your family. When a child turns 13 they are entering young adulthood. This means they usually if they haven't already are voicing their opinions and think they know everything. It isn't until they are truly adults with full responsiblitiies that they realize that you never stop learning and having to make decisions.
With this all said we know how difficult it can be to put all the pieces together for the perfect celebration for your Bar/Bat Mitzvah child. From picking the event venue, photography, music, games,favors etc.
At BatMitzvahFavors.com we take the headaches away. We will help you find the perfect item and create just the right imprint that fits your individual families needs. We aren't about telling you what you must do; we want to make sure you have what you want and what fits your special day.
Each Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor that we do is special because it is for your child. Nothing means more to us than making sure that your child is pleased with the final product. With that in mind you will see a large selection of favor options on the website but if you don't see what you want or you need assistance in figuring out what you should give just contact us.
You can either call 561-750-8683 or e-mail us at info@barmitzvahfavors.com for "Favors that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory".

The Bar/Bat Mitzvah Weekend

Bar/Bat Mitzvah's have become more than just a ceremony with a party to celebrate after the service. They have become an all encompassing weekend event. Starting with making arrangements for the out of town guests including space reserved in a hotel so family members can all be together, a welcome bag so they have goodies to snack on after their trip, a shabbat dinner so their stomaches aren't growling at the Friday night Shabbat service. Saturday is the actual service with a kiddush lunch to follow if the party isn't until the evening. Then the party celebration including cocktail hour for the adults and children, entertainment for the children, dancing, dinner and a favor to remember the event. Sunday brings the closing of the weekend with a brunch to recap the weekend and say goodbye to your out of town guests.

The one thing that should without a doubt be sent home with your out of towners is a guide to dieting after the celebration. Mazel Tov!

Why do we give out favors?

I have loved favors since I was a little kid. I remember I couldn't wait for a party to be over so I could get that special something. Then I became a Mom and again I was obsessed with favors. I couldn't wait to hunt out that special favor to make my child's birhtday celebration just a little bit more special. So it wasn't that unusual that when my oldest was getting ready to have her Bat Mitzvah that I again would be in search of that Special favor. This favor had to have a logo so that it would commemorate the occasion. I had a hard time finding someone who could show me something and create it for me. I finally did find it but I also decided to follow my favor passion and help other people come up with that Special favor. So 6 1/2 years later I not only have a showroom for my local clientele to visit I have an e-commerce site to assist people all over the country. So call me or e-mail me and let me help you find that Special favor that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory.
info@barmitzvahfavors.com or 561-750-8683

How time flies by

Wow I can't believe it's the end of April! I especially can't believe that so much time has gone by since I last wrote a blog; so sorry about that.
Speaking of time the school year is almost over we are already working on June Bar/Bat Mitzvah's; I'm not sure where this year has gone. Between day to day life, work and family,a child in their first year of college, a new President and the economic turn down life has been busy.
Well if you are anything like me and just saw the year fly by then it would be wise to start preparing during the summer months for your up coming Bar/Bat Mitzvah. So whether that involves getting the clothing, thinking about your theme or finding the perfect favor for your event the summer is the best to do your research. For those of you who have children who are fortunate enough to go to summer camp but need to practice for their Bar/Bat Mitzvah that is coming up in September or October check with your camp. Many times they have tutors available to assist your children. Summer without the worries and pressure of school work on top of everything else is a good time to clear the cob webs and prepare for your most memorable of occasions.
So feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance at info@barmitzvahfavors.com or 561-750-8683 for "Favors that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory"

Another Passover Recipe

I definitely realize that tomorrow is the first seder and I do have a menu prepared and most of the shopping done but I just found another recipe that I think I might swap out with my mash potatoes. I always make those for my daughter who is a little fussy. I found this great Baked Potato Latkes recipe that can be made ahead of time and it's even low fat.

Baked Potato Latkes

Ingredients

3 spray(s) cooking spray
2 pound(s) potato(es), yellow, peeled
3 medium shallot(s)
1/2 cup(s) fat-free egg substitute
3 tbsp matzo meal
1 1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp table salt
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375ºF. Spray a standard 12-indentation muffin tin with nonstick spray.


Use the large holes of a box grater to shred the potatoes. Working by small handfuls, squeeze the shredded potatoes over the sink to get rid of any excess moisture. Place in a large bowl.


Stir in the shallots, egg substitute, matzo meal, thyme, salt, nutmeg, and pepper. Divide the mixture into the 12 muffin indentations.


Bake 30 minutes. Spray the tops again with nonstick spray. Continue baking until browned and set, about 30 more minutes. Cool at least 10 minutes on a wire rack before serving. Makes two latkes per serving.

Notes:
Store latkes in the tin, covered, in the refrigerator and reheat in a preheated 375ºF oven for about 15 minutes.

So if it isn't written in stone change it up and try this recipe.

Let me know what you think!

Getting ready for Passover?

Passover is just a couple of days away and if you are anything like me you tend to have your specific recipes for each holiday but you like to try a new one each year. I like the tried and true but I also like to spice things up. I love when people send me new recipes so here is one I found.


Chakchouka (Moroccan Salad)

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

8 to 10 ripe tomatoes, halved, seeded and chopped

3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

2 green bell peppers, cored, seeded and chopped

1 jalapeno or serrano chili pepper, seeded and minced

1 tablespoon sweet paprika

1 tablespoon smoked paprika

1 tablespoon lemon zest

salt to taste

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add tomatoes and cook, stirring 4 to 6 minutes until they breakup and begin to exude juices and melt apart. Add garlic, peppers, chili peppers and spices and lemon zest. Continue to saute 3 minutes until well cooked and mixture forms a chunky sauce. Season with salt. Sprinkle with parsley. Makes 10-12 servings

Only 43 calories per serving

Enjoy! Send me recipes too! ami@barmitzvahfavors.com

Green Products for your Bar/BatMitzvah Favor

The most common question we get asked from our clients is what is new and different for a Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favor give-a-way. This year I would have to say it would be a green product. There are bags and water bottles that are perfect give-a-aways for your Bar/Bat Mitzvah favors. These are items that always get used and are most definitely affordable.
In a time when we are trying to be more aware of our surroundings and we need to make sure that our children and our children's children have a safe environment to live in this is a great statement to make. It is truly a Mitzvah to enlighten our children about saving our earth.
So e-mail us info@barmitzvahfavors.com or give us a call 561-750-8683 and will be more than happy to assist you with the newest green products available for "Favors that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory"