Simple & Elegant Shabbos Nachamu Kiddush Ideas
Welcoming Shabbos Nachamu
As we move on from Tisha B’Av to Shabbos Nachamu, we daven that Klal Yisroel will experience a complete nechama and be blessed with only simcha, peace, and good times together.
Shabbos Nachamu is a beautiful opportunity to gather family and friends around the table. Many people mark this special Shabbos by serving a simple kiddush after davening or inviting guests to their homes. It doesn’t have to be elaborate to feel warm and welcoming.
A Beautiful Kiddush Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated
Creating a memorable kiddush can be surprisingly simple. Start with a beautiful tablecloth, classic white serving dishes, and a few fresh flowers. A thoughtful presentation instantly elevates even the simplest menu.
For this table, we used a gorgeous embroidered branch-design tablecloth from Stitch n Sew Fabric Centre, which created the perfect backdrop for an elegant yet effortless display. Together with some basic white rectangular and round plates and large and small bowls you can set a beautiful table.
Herring and Kichel
Once the poor man’s fish, herring has swum against the current and is now served at practically every kiddush you attend. With its endless varieties and seasonings, it’s no wonder herring has become so popular.
“The Rebbes Choice” with their catchy names and delicious herring varieties has taken the herring trend to a whole new level. Their herring and kichel is available in stores in the tri state area and can be shipped anywhere in US.
Babka
Haute and delicious, Babkatoure has taken the old favorite babka classic to a whole new level. The flavors I used here were Chocolate, Vanilla, Maple and Cinnamon Pecan. Babka comes in the most beautiful boxes, which makes it great for gifting.
Chummus Platters
A Kiddush is a great venue for serving these exotic chummus platters. They are inexpensive and go very far.
To create them, we spread store bought chummus on a platter and topped it with different toppings and then drizzled with olive oil.
Toppings:
- fresh veggies
- roasted eggplant and pomegranates
- spicy olives (available at deli counter)
- Roasted Cauliflower and Hummus Platter (Miraim Pascal- Cohen)
Salads
Fork and Bowl definitely takes advantage of nature’s colorful bounty. Aside from the delicious and creative food combinations, the salads are just bursting with color. All the salads came in these bowls with a plastic cover snapped on. Fresh, delicious and healthy!!
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Photography by Hudi Greenberger
This article originally appeared in Family First
