As we say goodbye to 2025 and look ahead to a fresh new year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the Kosher.com articles you loved most. This year’s top reads had a clear theme: content that helped our readers stay organized, save time, and reduce stress around holidays and Shabbat. Travel was also super popular! The following articles became go-to resources in kitchens and homes everywhere.

Here’s a roundup of the top Kosher.com articles of 2025—the ones you bookmarked, shared, and cooked from again and again.

As we head into the new year, we’re grateful for our incredible readers and contributors who made 2025 such a meaningful year. We can’t wait to bring you even more recipes, guides, and inspiration in the year ahead. 

1. Our Favorite Shavuot Mains, Apps, and Sides You Can Freeze by Renee Schwartz

Let’s be honest—when Shavuot rolls around, we want to be serving up something fabulous without spending half the chag stuck in the kitchen. Enter: the ultimate roundup of mains, apps, and sides that aren’t just delicious—they’re freezer-approved. Yes, you heard that right. These recipes are your new secret weapon for a Yom Tov that tastes like you cooked all day… but really, you prepped last week.

2. Fleishigs Travels To Deal NJ by Shifra Klein

The Jersey Shore (all 141 miles of it) has the highest concentration of oceanside boardwalks in the United States. The stretch of beaches along the towns of Deal and Long Branch offer kosher beachgoers a prime beach experience.

3. The Best Shabbat Recipe and Meal Ideas (2024) by Kosher.com Staff

From long summer days to short winter nights, Shabbat is a constant, and meals are a must, regardless of the hours that Shabbat occupies. You would think we would have it all systematically figured out by now, and truthfully, many of us do. However, if you, like me, fall into the category of, "Oh my, it's Shabbat again, what am I cooking?!" this roundup is for you! We have the best Shabbat meal recipes to take you from season to season, from savory to sweet, and everything in between. Don't fret. It's going to be delicious.

4. Cook For Rosh Hashanah In 1 Day With This Easy Menu! by Rachel Kor

I’m going to let you in on a little secret. You don’t have to rush or be quick in the kitchen in order to get a lot done in a short amount of time. It doesn’t hurt, of course, but the most important part is being organized and having a solid plan.

5. 42 Passover Recipes You Can Make and Freeze Ahead! by Rachel Kor

Passover season is here, and we know you're busy, so the perfect time to start planning and cooking our Passover meals is now. We've selected tried and true recipes that freeze beautifully so you can feel a little bit better about Passover this year.

6. Chanie Nayman’s Ultimate Pesach Menu: Delicious and Fresh Recipes by Chanie Nayman

There's something so refreshing about this time of year! I love planning and cooking and preparing for Pesach. Confession: I usually start with the cooking and then speed through the cleaning (organize in the winter! Or after Pesach!) so that I can get back to the kitchen to make more random little things that no one really needs but is so fun for me. Here’s a menu to help you get inspired. There are a few chometz recipes here, but adapt as needed, and work according to your needs. Pesach is not necessarily brisket and potatoes; there are so many beautiful, fresh, and delicious foods you can make- even if you are limited with time. Enjoy all the colors and flavors that are available to you, and have a delicious and uplifting yomtov!

7. Best Amazon Prime Day Deals 2025 by Renee Schwartz

Amazon Prime Day is here, and we’ve done the digging so you don’t have to. Whether you're prepping for summer adventures, gearing up for back-to-school, or upgrading your kitchen essentials, these Prime Day finds are worth adding to cart.

From viral favorites like the Stanley Quencher and Ninja Ice Cream Maker to can't-live-without travel gear and smart home helpers, every item on this list is on sale—and ready to make your life easier, cooler, and a little more fun.

8. The 5 BEST Passover Desserts Are Right Here! by Rachel Kor

Gone are the days when desserts for Passover taste like dry cardboard, or are a laughing stock at the table. These days, desserts like brownies, cakes, cookies, and biscotti somehow taste just like our favorite year-round treats.

9. Best Chol Hamoed Day Trips in New York and New Jersey by Miriam Blumenkrantz

In this article, Miriam from Meet Me At Sunset rounded up some of the best places to visit during Chol Hamoed in NY and NJ, so you can make the most of the holiday while creating lasting memories with loved ones. Ready to plan your next excursion? Keep reading for some of the top spots to visit this Passover!

10. Rosh Hashanah Recipes You Can Make Last Minute by Kosher.com Staff

The recipes below are for those who have either cooked ahead and have most of their dishes in the freezer and just need a few more recipes that can be whipped up in a flash, or those who have nothing cooked yet and desperately need delicious recipes that can be made a couple of days before Rosh Hashanah starts.

11. 49 Shavuot Recipes Under 30 Minutes! by Nechama Fink

Whether you want to intentionally finish up with the holiday cooking at rocket speed, or if you’re just too busy to start thinking about cooking and need fast recipes the night before the holiday starts, these recipes will really come in handy.

12. 45+ Mishloach Manot Theme Ideas! by Dena Gershkovich

Believe it or not, Purim is right around the corner! If you need some help thinking of what to pack your mishloach manot with, this list will be helpful to you! We hope these ideas will add some more creativity to your chag!