How Much Does it Really Cost Eating Kosher for a Full Week as Orthodox Jews | Is It Really too much?

[@farida405]

Im a faithful moslem, wife n mom. Hits you high five. Bc most of conservative moslem family did the same. Shopping n beware with everything what we eat nor buy. For the sake of God. May God the One and only bless us. Aamiin

[@judyfugate7136]

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[@carolebailey5819]

As a Christian, I find I shop more Kosher than non kosher foods. I love your videos because I find them very educational. Thank you ❤.

[@firebird189]

Yes, eggs were so expensive in the winter and spring I stopped eating them but much better now. In general though I find eating healthy is not unaffordable when I consider the junk that I don't eat as well as the long term health benefits. Thank you so for all you do and sharing your joyful Orthodox life. I love shopping.

[@karentucker2161]

I have been doing that more lately myself. I am also checking the products to see if it is kosher or not.

[@ellenosceola5707]

@@firebird189Eggs at Trader Joe’s are much less expensive than anywhere else. Even when the price was outrageously high, they were under $5.00 for jumbo. Everywhere else it was over $6.00. Their normal price for jumbo eggs right now is $1.99 per dozen.

[@firebird189]

@@ellenosceola5707 Thank you for the heads up. Trader Joe's is not far from me.

[@ellenosceola5707]

@@firebird189 You’re welcome. We love Trader Joe’s.

[@deniseg4737]

I have no religious affiliations, yet i love your videos. I can't say i understand how some of the ancient traditions hold true in the modern world, but i admire your faith and adherance. You are a lovely soul and i am glad i found your channel.

[@O_DoodleMom5]

I’m a Christian in the Southern US who grew up farming. We’ve always cooked at home. I was pleasantly surprised more at the fact that the Canadian prices were comparable to prices in the US. If you do the math your grocery costs equal around $10/meal (US $). And your home-cooked meals are so much healthier than processed meals plus you can control the ingredients. This was a fascinating video! ❤

[@frumitup]

Awww thank you to be here Emily! I am so happy you liked the video ❤️❤️❤️stay safe and blessed

[@angelalong6740]

As a Christian, I found when I went into Kosher for Lent. I found it surprising because the food I was normally buying was Kosher. In my state the Kosher eggs came from a local farm and I found them more delicious. I stayed in a Kosher diet since my doctor was pleased with my improving health.❤ God bless you and your family 🙏

[@heatherz.rothstain6021]

Your videos are inspirational to me. As a Jewish West Coast American woman who is trying to be more observant, I’m just inspired by how you can balance many home cooked meals, freshly baked challah on Fridays, Shabbat meals, a beautiful family and a successful career. Baruch HaShem for this technology that helps us be connected even from far away.

[@kaf9119]

Your family eats very little processed foods compared the average American Walmart shopper. Most processed foods are far more expensive and far less healthy for us. I appreciate you showing that keeping Kosher does not have to be a more expensive choice. I love that you share/make these videos and I have learned so much from you, especially in choosing produce and trying new vegetables/recipes.

[@LatchKeyKid_78]

Because processed foods it’s all that’s available to us. They are slowly killing the crops and pushing GMO crap down our throats

[@jessicaison2140]

That's not a terribly expensive grocery trip at all, especially for a family of five! Looks like you got a lot of delicious food.

[@JACKSON-mj6zs]

As I have watched past videos, I have often thought your grocery bill should be about $400-500 (USA) each week. So, it was a pleasant surprise to see it cost less. It’s also a blessing that you don’t have picky eaters. FYI: My favorite part of your videos is the way you keep your children’s privacy-smart mom!

[@CarolReidCA]

Prayers for you and the world as well. I use paper towels laid in the sink and bathtub, then spray or pour vinegar in which I often infuse with citrus slices. It smells nice and the acid cleans very well. My shower curtain is machine washable, so it goes in the washing machine. I love your idea of layering table clothes! I hope it is OK that I start doing that, too! I'll think of you when I do! I did this with my kid's beds when they were little. I had pads that were rubber coated with flannel. I would have then make their beds, then the pad would go on top, then their light sleeping bags would go on top with a pillow. Sometimes we'd use those bed tents, too, just for fun, but it kept the children warmer in the winter time, teaching them a lesson about insulation for camping or emergencies. I don't like using chemicals in my home, as many can make us sick. Bleached eggs, for instance, some dogs will not even eat. When you eat home grown eggs, then try to eat a bleached store bought egg, they smell like bleach, and are really pretty gross. There's nothing quite as good as fresh eggs from healthy backyard chickens! Yum! You might not have eggs in your area because of the bird flu, and some areas had to destroy their flocks. My guess is that you're in an area that was affected. Yes! We hope our children will always be very close, and we all need family and friends. Kosher food is generally amazing. I love Kedar grape juice. I wasn't aware that there was coleslaw where it was washed and checked for bugs. I'll have to look for that. I don’t know that anything from the garden is 100% bug-free, but to have another set of eyes looking is a good thing. It seems your groceries are less across the board than they are here in California. I know for a while, eggs here were $10/dozen. I'm not surprised that kosher foods are about the same price as other foods. I do wonder about how eggs are washed in bleach here, andifthat's kosher? I need to learn the kosher laws. I'm aware that some things, such as fish & meat & milk need to be separate, but other than that, I'm not aware. I will have to check out the laws. They seem to be healthier. Perhaps G-d is trying to tell us something??? Have a great day!

[@sherylchalmers405]

At 14: I assume your costs for Kosher meals would be about average to what it costs for feeding a family of five. Definite advantage is less processed food. I would think the costs at a Kosher grocery might be slightly higher, because it is a smaller business. But not having to search for acceptable foods would most likely be worth it. Thank you for sharing your life with us. I pray for peace and love to strengthen your family.

[@valeriebrodie7135]

'I love shopping' and I really enjoyed your video. I just discovered you. I am Christian and I am finding alot of great tips that I will take from your videos. Many thanks.

[@l.12345]

In Germany, celery roots are commonly used for soups and often sold together with carrots and leek as a "soup kit". I was really excited to see Kohlrabi in your grocery store 😂 Did you know you can eat it raw as a snack? If not, I suggest you try it, maybe with some hummus or other dip. It's crunchy and just really different and I quite like the taste! ❤

[@frumitup]

Yeasssss! We only eat kohlrabi raw in salads and with dips! I love that you do it too! Stay safe and blessed my sweet German friend!

[@Redrosewitch]

Celery root, (we know it as Celeriac here in the UK) is very versatile. I see recipes for soups, added to roasted vegetables, and when I can get it, I also loved adding it with potatoes for mashing, or as part of Corned Beef Hash. I find that if I add things like Celeriac, Sweet Potato, Carrots etc in with mashed potatoes, it's an easy way to get more vegetables in a meal.

[@psychick48]

I've never seen insects in veggies that I've purchased from the grocery store. But I will be more mindful to for them.

[@elliel4736]

You've inspired me to start cooking more for myself and my family. I'm not the parent, but my parents both work a lot and I really love cooking. Fresh food tastes better and is healthier, and it's a way that I can help out my family.

[@bkny555]

Your parents are so lucky to have such a thoughtful and responsible daugter!

[@raeperonneau4941]

Bravo! What a considerate and kind inspiration. I started cooking for my family at about 10 and to this day, I love cooking. Cooking is love in action and it’s a gift for both the pallet and the soul.

[@Nyx773]

@@raeperonneau4941 palate

[@lindaigwe2060]

You're so 🥰🥰🥰 amazing. I love your videos. Please keep it up. You're doing a great job. Despite the fact that I'm a Nigerian, and not a Jewish, I enjoy your videos so much. It has taught me a lot. Your videos are so understandable and interesting. And the food looks so delicious 😍🥰👍😛🤩 thanks so much for these amazing Jewish videos. Please share more and more on KZbin. I wouldn't mind watching it 10 times. 😁 Bye👏👏🖐️

[@katiesanders238]

This was a really interesting video. I always figured kosher food was more expensive just because of the extra steps it needed to make sure it was, I guess, processed properly. It's nice to know for families who aren't as well off that it isn't breaking the break for them to be able to continue to eat kosher and practice their faith.

[@frumitup]

i am so grateful for your comment! THis was really my goal, to show: hey price is not a barrier to keep kosher it costs the same or even a bot less depending on your choices! thank you again for being here! xoxoxo

[@yazdhenab.]

I think in France, kosher food is really more expensive than regular food, I do not have a kosher food store in my city, we are too small, or even saw a kosher logo in my 38 yo life, but I've made my homework and on some website, Rabbis are saying that it is around 10% more expensive than regular food in France.

[@channarubin8267]

@@yazdhenab. here in germany it depends, things like alav israel produkts are mor xpnsive- you find no kosher produts in normal shops, you have to look online, what is on the list and look at th ingrdians. if you look at things lik choolat its 4-5 mor than normal . sry my computr dos not writ c now h lost his e while writting this

[@carolcarrasquillo9824]

I agree with you with the checkout I am not too good who is it either. Luckily my daughters are great at that one of them are a manager in a supermarket she helps me out when I go there. I do believe that is very important for family to be United my daughter is ever since they were young they were someone close but now they are much older in their twenties and they are best friends they love doing things together and it's beautiful they cook together they should think about their lives together the oldest is married but she is still close to her sister and it brings tears to my eyes to see that they are so United❤

[@joettekanter7699]

Dr. Sara, I absolutely LOVE your videos and wait for them. I’m a Christian, but I love shopping Kosher whenever possible. The produce is fresher, and the meats have no antibiotics or steroids. I find a small difference in price here in Louisiana, with Kosher being a few cents more, but definitely affordable. May you and your family stay blessed. The girls were so sweet doing the shopping with you. I’m like you; I check all expiration dates and take the last one too, lol. I, also, loathe the self check out, lol! ❤️🙏🏻🕍✡️

[@TaraandSky]

I am Christian and studying about Kosher. I've always assumed it was a lot more expensive. This was such a great learning experience. I am so blessed by your videos. Thank you for taking the time to make these. 14

[@cristinasorina1]

I am Romanian, we use celery root frequently in our soups instead of using regular celery stalks. It imparts a stronger celery flavor. I’m surprised, I was expecting it to be more expensive to eat Kosher, but you are a very savvy homemaker/ shopper . Thank you for taking us along and showing us how you do it!

[@tomislavnagy8715]

I LOVE SHOPING! We spend cca 50-75€ per week on Food here in Croatia. This is very Expensive. Sure, I do find some Kosher Foods in Croatia, but most are not! You Daughters look so Happy! Good for them that they are Friends!

[@kina2799]

I love that you encourage balance in food for your children! It's so amazing that you are not teaching them that certain foods are "bad" and are just not as healthy 🥰 I'm sure that your children will have such a healthy relationship with food

[@carolcarrasquillo9824]

I raised my daughters basically in the kitchen they would help me cook. And in the weekends we would take that as a family day play games live and watch movies I think that's what helped them grow United

[@kalakalim4081]

Thanks so much! I'm Costa Rican 🇨🇷 and this gives me a new perspective on Walmarts. They are very expensive here. More than 500 dollars for a family of 4

[@joker6solitaire]

"I love shopping"! Thank you for that lovely message at the end of your video, that each of us is loved and "enough." I didn't realize how much I needed to hear that today 💛 I found your shopping impressively affordable for a North American family of five. As a vegan, I save money by not buying meat--but I also like to indulge in processed foods, so the spending balances out 😅 I once accompanied my Orthodox Ashkenazi friend on her weekly grocery shop at Aldi, a very affordable grocery chain (is it only in the US?). I was surprised to see how many kosher products she found--and I'd forgotten that she could find plenty of produce at ANY store! Like you (and most kosher eaters, apparently), she cooks a lot of homemade meals. She opened my eyes to the possibilities of eating kosher on a budget. I enjoyed watching the items YOU shop for as an Orthodox Sephardic family. Those seven different salads sound so yummy!

[@arameelengel7546]

I love shopping! Honestly, I thought it would be more expensive to shop kosher food for your family and so I was surprised to see the amount. Yes, and it was a wonderful moment to watch your daughters showing their affection to each other. I have two boys and could feel that moment. Have a nice week!

[@coleenhuff432]

I love shopping. You are so organized. I have been enjoying your videos for almost a week now. I'm not religious at all but enjoy learning about other cultures. You have a beautiful family. Seeing the girls holding hands was so sweet.

[@BigDaddyMichael]

Your shows confirm I want to continue in Sephardic traditions that I’m learning. Thank you.

[@Jewgirl369]

Sara, I love shopping! Even as I am now waiting for a kidney transplant! I AM THANKFUL as my NEUROBLASTOMA surgery was successful and I'm now in remission! So much to be thankful for! I still struggle with being able to taste much (it's improving steadily), one thing I LOVE is poached salmon! I am Jewish and keep KOSHER, but with the cost of health care in the states, I must choose often between my many RX'S and food...so no salmon for now! I often explain to people that keeping a kosher diet is SOOOO much healthier, many times they thought it was only a religious thing! When they learn the facts it opens up avenues of beautiful conversation and even friendship! Of course, my few chats with others do not hold a candle to all you do! You inspire thousands and I am blessed to have found your channel!❤❤❤ YOU also are loved and are perfect exactly as you are! Thank you for sharing your life, your beautiful kiddos and wisdom, you truly are living your life as HASHEM commands of us: "BE A LIGHT TO THE NATIONS!" 🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️

[@sweetg12651]

I always find myself smiling by the end of your videos - thanks for that Sara! I think your total bill for 5 people was very good! I'm not Jewish, but you have ruined me: I love fresh broccoli, but never knew that after all my soaking and washing I would still be eating bugs. Yuk! Bless you Sara, and have a wonderful week.

[@susanmcentee]

I really do love shopping!!

[@Wizamatox]

I love shopping (and I still love bug-free food too)! I must confess I had no clue as to whether kosher food would be more expensive or not, but it makes sense it is if you are buying fresh and doing the preparation yourself rather than lots of pre-processed foods. I must confess I was suspecting it might take longer based on my own experience, but perhaps this is something that gets faster and easier over time. Unrelated to this video, based on one of your other recent uploads, I've recently purchased a two-handled cup which I keep by my kitchen sink and have been ritualistically washing my hands and saying the blessing both first thing in the morning and at other appropriate times (I'm being polite for KZbin, but I am sure everyone can guess what I mean). We've got some restructuring on the horizon at work, and I've been really surprised how something as simple as netilat yadaim has helped me feel more stable through this uncertainty.

[@judycausey5715]

You are correct about how quickly you will learn prep of fresh produce. Cooking is easy. Steaming or roasting are very easy. I do not like processed foods anymore.

[@seize.the.mindset]

Close ties in a family are so important!!! My sister is my best friend - even now when we are both in our 40s. I homeschool my kiddos and it has created strong bonds (despite occasional friction - ok maybe more than occasional). The eldest (twins age 15) still enjoy spending time with their 7 year old brother. I’m so grateful!!!

[@mariannemaalouf9730]

I love shopping. I was surprised that it only cost 269 CAD to feed a family of four for a week of kosher meals. I was expecting something around 400 or 500 CAD. Many blessings.

[@daisydedication2890]

Definitely realised that shopping kosher isn’t as expensive as I thought ,I absolutely love your videos ,as a Christian I love learning about the other Abrahamic religions and I’ve always been interested in all religions I hope you had a wonderful Shabbat and have a wonderful week

[@CcDecember-yq1nf]

I love shopping! Thank you for sharing your family! The girls holding hands and skipping was so sweet!

[@frumitup]

😊 thank you

[@heidiwellnitz8663]

Kosher meat is double and sometimes triple of non kosher. In my area, we have to order a lot of stuff in. 50-60.00 for a roast is the norm. Living in an area, that has a kosher grocery, would be nice. Meat is a little cheaper, if you have a full kosher grocery. If you live in a place that has hardly nothing, you have to ship it in. We get together and have a kosher butcher deliver to us, from Baltimore.

[@ShelleyScreen]

This is so interesting! I'm Catholic, but I love the discipline that kosher brings- it seems to help focus on more healthy eating habits. I'm actually curious to try shopping for kosher now to see if it helps my eating habits.

[@ddieter603]

14 I'm predicting that the bill is slightly higher than non-kosher; but worth every nickel from the freshness and real food. I'm surprised at the result! Good on ya, Sarah and girls!

[@tinacotreau-guillot4870]

I love shopping! The total was really not a ton more than what we spend in the US. You buy actual, real food, not a bunch of junk food, so your total was quite reasonable. I teared up when the girls held hands and I hope, as you do, that their relationship is always so close. ❤

[@frumitup]

i also was so touched by the girls holding hands!!! I pray it will be forever!! have a blessed week TIna:) xoxoxoxo

[@tinacotreau-guillot4870]

You too, sweet Sara!! ❤😊

[@theresatumidajski5219]

I am 67 and recently lost my younger sister. She was my bestest friend ever. I was blessed by God to have her. I hope your girls have the same blessing. I luv your videos.

[@tinacotreau-guillot4870]

@@theresatumidajski5219I am so sorry for your loss and will pray for God to comfort you and bring you peace.

[@radadrapatskaya496]

You bring such lite into our lifes! Very educational videos! Love how organized you are and deeply spiritual ❤❤❤

[@The.sarart]

i’m so happy with your channel, i’m from syria we had a lot of jewish before in damascus, i heard a lot of good things from my parents, they were a nice and kind neighbours 😢 i’m so sad that they leave syria before years ago , they are a part of our culture, so i’m very happy with your videos because i can know about your traditions , and there are a lot of similarity’s to us ❤, sadly now only we have about 9 jewish persons , thank u again about your lovely content i don’t know how we are very familiar before.

[@frumitup]

Thank you so be here and to create more connections! Stay safe and blessed

[@bkny555]

My husband's grandparents came from Syria. They settled in Argentina, but my husband's parents then moved to Israel which is where I met him. We live in NYC now where there is a large Jewish Syrian community. It is nice to know that regular Syrian people (not government) liked and miss us there. Thank you for telling us.

[@cuppajavaplease]

I love shopping. Thank you!

[@heatherkastenmeier7530]

I love shopping! I have two children, ages 12 and almost 16, and they are best friends too. I can only hope they continue as they grow up. We always make homecooked meals, and always make a point of sitting down at dinner to reconnect. I know my kids will one day look back on these times with fondness. Thank you for another great video, Sara!

[@jennywelch252]

I so love your final comment on each of your videos. I am going to remind my friends and family that they are loved and are enough, just as they are. You are a lovely reminder, Sarah, of the goodness that is still in the world.

[@GeorgimFamily]

I was not surprised. Our family is gluten free and Kosher because we are Jewish and I have Celiac’s. I think it is very important to be close nit. Unfortunately it is just my spouse and I and two pups and our friends in the small Jewish community here. That total is about what we spend a week most of the time every two weeks for our family of two with two pups. “I Love Shopping”. Thank you for that closing of saying “ I am loved and enough” It helps more than you know.

[@frumitup]

Thank you so much

[@stephaniegifford2020]

I am learning so much from you. I really never knew what was Kosher. I grew up Catholic. Thank you for educating me.

[@frumitup]

I'm so glad!

[@sylviebriand8178]

J'ai effectivement trouvé que ce n'était pas cher pour une famille de 5 . Tu m'apprend une grande leçon 😄 Bénédiction sur toi et ta famille ma belle Sara!

[@carolcarrasquillo9824]

It would be nice if you can show us how you cook some of your food Fiesta in occasions I have cooking videos. So that some of us that do not know how to cook kosher food May learn. Like me for example🎉😊😊

[@martialbers3486]

Thank you, Sara, for taking us shopping with you and your girls! I love shopping! Another video in which I was "twice warmed"! Delicious food prepared to promote family harmony and health and watching your daughters enjoy themselves and each other. How wonderful, too, that a small prayer of thanks can be offered during a moment such as this and know that is it heard. Blessings to you and your family and friends.

[@fionacooney1360]

This women is amazing I watch in awe she is so organized

[@RiannaNicole]

When you mentioned the total, I was genuinely amazed on how affordable it is! I love that. I would love to see how you meal plan, and organize things for your recipes and all that fun stuff for your family! I enjoy seeing your girls full of connection and happiness from the skipping and holding hands, and even helping you during checking out.

[@valerienelson3296]

My 2 adult kids are fighting over a misunderstanding and they both have kids that olay together. Today is day 3 and my heart is broken. I am hopeful that talking soon after emotions die down things will get better. Its definitely unusual 😢. I loved seeing your daughters hold hands! Love you videos, your prices are much cheaper at your walmart, than ours in Alaska as of the last 6 months ❤

[@abigailphoenixthepaperaddi2501]

Happy Weekend to my wonderful Frummie family! Many MANY hugs to you all! I pray that you are all well, you are happy, and that any trials and tribulations you face are quickly resolved. The last day of June and the 1st 2 days in July are very big days for my little family, involving our anniversary, our "houseversary" (when we signed on our home), and our cat's birthday. (She's 2 today! She nearly didn't survive - and wouldn't have if, at 2 WEEKS OLD, she hadn't managed to get partner's attention, crying and starving and soooo sick with a severe URI... the vet was VERY surprised and happy she pulled through... thus her name, Caden - little fighter. Lol). So, lots of celebrating and lots to celebrate! For those adding to prayer lists, I'd like to keep Ernest on it - he lost his father to the big C and exactly 31 days later, he lost his mom as well (official cause was a clot thrown to her heart, but Ernest swears its was because her heart was broken). He's very... lost right now and struggling. He's drowning in sorrow. While we are doing what we can to be there and help him through this pain, I know he would appreciate a bit of extra love and support from you all through the Almighty. Thank you everyone... much love to you all... you are all AMAZING. ❤

[@frumitup]

I am so happy for you to get to celebrate so amazing milestones! Xoxox Many more in good health!

[@frumitup]

And may Oscar find peace of mind and soul

[@Korea4Me]

Happy Birthday to your cat.

[@cloudyminja]

i will absolutely be praying for ernest 💔 this sounds like such a difficult time. but i’m so glad i was able to meet you and be at the premiere, happy anniversary and happy birthday to your lovely kitty caden 💕 also happy house-versary!!

[@abigailphoenixthepaperaddi2501]

@Korea4Me I am so, SO sorry for the loss of your fur-baby. Even when it's due to age and not something else, it's heart-wrenching. You're in my thoughts and prayers, and try focusing on all the joy that your precious one gave you while they were here. 🫂

[@jerzcnate]

I know I'm a few months late thus was an awesome video. I will definitely add some kosher practice in my shopping. And yes I LOVE SHOPPING.........

[@ec7568]

I think it comes down to meal planning more than anything. You do a lot more planning to keep kosher, and in the end that probably SAVES money - we eat takeout far too much or run out to buy ingredients that we forgot. Buying it all at once and not impulse buying (you're right - GREAT LIFE SKILL!) saves money in the end.

[@shanakarlsen3952]

You are so pleasant and serene 😊 The girls seem so sweet and well behaved, Baruch hashem❤ Can u please do a video on the do's and dont's of makeup and hair on shabbat? I would appreciate it

[@frumitup]

Such a great idea! Thank you for the ideas 💡! And most importantly: thank you to be here!

[@nekosedey]

I LOVE SHOPPING & 14! :) I am not Jewish but I love Jewish culture, and I really do think that buying kosher food specifically does not pose inherent difficulties to one's budget. This was my opinion at the beginning of the video and it still is my opinion at 14 in the video :) I loved seeing your daughters' strong bond. I have a strong bond with my older brother. He is quite a many years older than I am, but we live together and we are truly close friends. I would say from my own experience: as life and puberty potentially throw challenges at the girls, please do not feel disheartened or upset if they go through times where they want a little bit more distance from another in order to find out who they are and become their own people. They will almost certainly come back to each other even if times get hard here or there. Just keep the faith and offer love to them both, and let them get over it in their own time knowing that it's normal and ok to have disagreements with one's siblings, and one can disagree with somebody while still loving them with their whole heart. I also noticed while watching your video catalogue that you protect your daughters' privacy by not putting their full faces into videos without blurring, Purim masks, etc. etc. I am so deeply impressed by this. They are so young that I think protecting their identity and making the choice to not put their faces online is the best possible choice. You go Mom!!! And oh my gosh, what a cute outfit you are wearing. I love your necklace and your tichel! The combination of your necklace with the neckline of your dress and the contrast of the white shell is so beautiful and elegant. I also love Leah's outfit, but then, I am such a sucker for black shirts and denim... I love to wear a pair of jeans with a black t-shirt, even in the summertime. Please tell her that I think she is so cool and stylish :) And Naomi's outfit is just as beautiful -- I think that the color of her dress compliments her hair SO well! You have such a well-dressed family! And then at the end of the video, I find that my suspicions are confirmed, and a family can both be thrifty AND keep kosher :) Stay blessed and have a lovely week Sara. Thank YOU for being YOU. ♥

[@judycausey5715]

Hello. I am not Jewish, but I am learning so much about your culture. Thank you for sharing. Now I am only cooking for myself, however, I too cook from "scratch". I have learned to clean fruit and vegetables better. I had no idea about the bugs! 😮. Enjoy listening to your calm voice.

[@msmw6159]

At the end, I really wanted to stay with you and see you cook everything!😅Thanks for taking the extra time to research and sort out prices! I saw your video on time blocking a while back, but wow. I am still so impressed by how you make time for all of the work the channel takes, along with being a wife, mother, practicing physician, and of course doing self-care practices.🥇🏆 You motivate me so much, Sara!❤

[@jeniphirtaylor-mcintire81]

Cooking canned chick peas will vastly improve their texture! I learned this from a recipe for Pasta e Cece (pasta and chick peas). For that recipe, the beans cook with the pasta in liquid, like a stew, so about 15 minutes. Perhaps you will try this method to make canned chick peas more tasty! Have a wonderful week, Sara! You are loved!

[@Windigo-OAK]

Your Bill made sense to me, I shop for 80 to 100 euro's a week for 3 adults and a cat. I also cook almost everything from scratch, that really makes all the difference! Thank you for showing how you do it, I learn a lot from your videos ❤

[@Redrosewitch]

I'll agree about the chickpeas, Sara. I like having tins of pulses, because they are good if I need them in a hurry. But chickpeas and beans that have been soaked first do come out better in the finished dish.

[@fitnesswithyou]

You spend less to feed your family of 5 than we do, which was my thought prior to and at time stamp 14. Girls , thank you for your help with this week's video. We spend almost double because we are vegan, pescatarian, carnivores, and vegetarian.

[@carlo_cali]

I very much enjoyed this and am currently trying to eat fully Kosher. My story isn't short so I won't get into it, but I no longer live in a Jewish neighborhood and plan to start buying my meat in Brooklyn. Unfortunately, I do not eat many of the healthier food that you eat like mushrooms, broccoli, beets, and so many things like that. I try to stay away from the processed stuff and used to make my own French fries, but it was something we did in moderation as it took time and the amount of oil did not seem healthy so I'd put paper towels in between them. Your girl were so helpful and seem so genuinely happy to help with shopping and that is something that can only be credited to YOU ! I wish you had bought them those toys just to put a smile on their face. After seeing the skipping and then them holding hands like that my heart melted and I wish there was a way I could magically pay for them and have them placed in the cart.

[@ladypseudo6096]

I considered starting to buy kosher meats, because I'm told the animal is treated with humanity and respect. And I absolutely love that idea.

[@christineg452]

I Love Shopping. I can not tell you enough of how your videos center me. They always put a happy tear on my face. And can I tell you how absolutely heartwarming your two daughters are when they held hands? Sara, you are such a gift from God.

[@bettymaines6305]

I love shopping. It is amazing how expensive food has become, kosher, non kosher, etc. and as you said, planning your meals ahead of time and shopping for these meals is a big step forward to help control the cost. Those impulse purchases add up.

[@amandataub842]

Sara, you truly are blessed to live in a community with 2 stores that have kosher meat sections. I live in a rural area of Washington State where our closest synagogue is 1.5 hours away (1-way) and the closest grocery store with a kosher meat section is more than 2 hours away (1-way). The meat prices at the those stores are 4 - 5x more expensive for kosher meat than non-kosher. The only other way for us to get kosher meat is online, and that price is generally 4-7x more expensive. There are vast areas of both the US and Canada that do not have ready access to kosher meat and fewer still have access to kosher meat that is reasonably priced. Many Jews in those areas decide that they cannot afford kosher meat. For those of us, we make a decision to be vegetarian or to buy meat that is not kosher, but may be free range or bought from small, local meat producers in bulk.

[@ctay237]

It certainly pays to plan well, shop fresh and simple and be organised. I was surprised at how reasonably you can feed your family nutritionally balanced (and super tasty!) meals. A great inspiration.

[@kcloufarm]

I was impressed by your Walmart, their prices, choices and cleanliness was much better than the one we shop at here in Chehalis, WA. You're a good shopper, making a menu plan and list and then sticking to it.😊

[@frumitup]

Thanks for your kindness!

[@nangirl17]

I hate shopping, but I LOVE your videos!!! I really would love to see some recipes - everything looked AMAZING and your family is so blessed to have a mama caring for them so well! ❤

[@TheAll5555]

I love shopping! Umm, I may start shopping for more kosher foods here in Las Vegas. I have many supermarkets near me with kosher food sections. I always buy kosher frankfurters, been eating them all of my life, remnants of my Brooklyn, New York upbringing. Thank you for an eye opener! 🙏❤️🙏

[@StephanieSummerhill]

I absolutely love your channel Sara, it’s like talking with a sister or friend. I’ve learned so much, thank you ❤️

[@frumitup]

Awww thank you so so much Adrienne 🥰🥰🥰

[@maralisil]

I love shopping ❤ In my area of Central New York, we have IGAs, usually in villages and smaller towns (Independent Grocers Association). I also work for a large East Coast regional grocery chain. I know that you eat more legumes and vegetables than many families, plus most of the foods are "whole". The vegetables are preinspected, washed, and trimmed to make them more attractive and convenient, which does add a bit to the price. It all looks very healthy and flavorful. I've never used celery root, though we do sell it here.

[@ginabuckleyotoole]

Great grocery haul! You really are good at keeping within budget! We keep a 1/4 acre vegetable garden, and also raise chickens (exclusively for eggs). I am with you when it comes to “buggy broccoli” - I’ve given up growing it because it’s a bug magnet. I do grow several leaf vegetables (lettuces, spinach, chard) and I end up always soaking the leaves for ten minutes in a sink of cold water because the bugs feed and dwell on such are nearly invisible- I do such with purchased leafy greens during the winter for the same reason.

[@1One2Three5Eight13]

I would expect kosher to cost more largely because you don't have quite as much freedom to switch to what's on sale or whatever. That said, having two working parents adds a lot to the food budget to begin with, so there's no direct comparison anyhow. And some of the ways in which having less time makes cooking more expensive (specifically not having a lot of time and energy to experiment with new brands, or in needing to buy more pre-packaged foods anyhow) may also make the price difference with buying kosher food less extreme.

[@SusanP674]

I love shopping! I was surprised to find out that Kosher was less expensive, thank you for the lesson ♥

[@frumitup]

You are so welcome! and thank YOU to be honest some people just like to say no it is so expensive but when i looked online we are wayyyy less expensive than the USA and about parr with a family of 4 food bill in Canada : so not so bad! thank you so much for being here! xoxox have a blessed week Susan!

[@jodiclements6123]

Your daughters are so precious Sara! I always wished I had a sister. They will forever be best friends.❤❤

[@frumitup]

Amen! I sure Hope so!

[@marianneschmidt8358]

I love to watch the videos where you are out and about with your daughters. You always have such joy, and I thank you for sharing it. I expected the total to be around three hundred U.S. dollars, so I was a little off. I love shopping, but I don’t always love the prices. At our Walmart, you can buy a dozen eggs for just under a dollar. That’s a nice change from four dollars a dozen. For awhile, I could only get organic, cage free eggs, which were seven dollars for two dozen. I really don’t understand the pricing at some stores!

[@frumitup]

i am so happy for you your eggs are so affordable: maybe one day they will be again in Canada!!! xoxoxo

[@CarolaTidlLielanLinz]

I love shopping Dear Sara, I love your videos! Since I found your channel I learned so much about your religion - thank you for that. I am christian and we don't have those strikt rules in eating, cleaning and setting up our lives. But your faith in got is what impressing me and where I can still learn something! God bless you and your familiy! Greetings from Austria!

[@staceyandrews1926]

Thank you for posting this video! This is why I love KZbin. I am learning so much when I watch your amazing uploads, sharing all aspects of Jewish life. From a person who enjoys learning something new every day, thank you for expanding my education!

[@dls9437]

I, too, love a close knit family. My mother is the last surviving sibling of her 13 member immediate family. At 87, she misses her 5 sisters most of all. Unfortunately, two of my sisters are estranged, and I pray that they will one day reunite. I also pray that your daughters will always be best friends. Nothing more precious.

[@KathleenSpaine]

I love shopping! I also loved watching your girls help you and Naomi skipping.....We shop as you do....not too many processed foods....keeping items in their simplest form. Thank you so much for sharing all your recipes and sharing your lovely family with all of us. Enjoy your week!

[@calamityjenn]

Your videos bring me so much joy. I have a horrible panic disorder and your voice is so calm and soothing, and I've learned so much from you. Sending lots of love, and thank you for being you! (I love shopping!)

[@krystalmelton6308]

Sarah, I love your videos. They are so uplifting! After I watch one I come away smiling. For doing what you do, todah rabbah.

[@connielynn7624]

I live in the United States in the south, and I have never even heard of celery root and I don’t believe I have seen one in any of our stores around here. I very much enjoy your channel and I love your beautiful accent!

[@katiekawaii]

11:40 Eggs are back in stock and semi-affordable here in Los Angeles now, but a few months ago, they were similarly absent and/or expensive.

[@frumitup]

I am so happy for you to have eggs that are accessible and somewhat affordable. It was absolutely crazy when they were 6 to 8 dollars per dozen because with a family of five and trying to keep our protein intake up. It was absolutely crazy. Thank you again for being here and wishing you and your family a blessed week.

[@leo851953]

Dear Sarah Makkah, I LOVE SHOPPING. Thank you for taking us shopping in Walmart and the second store. It was a lot of fun, with your two little Princesses!🎉. You are so Blessed, as a mother…to see their 💕 Love for each other and for you😊. Shopping for Kosher food for the week, for a family of five…was a BIG surprise…l thought that it would be much more. This video was so much fun!

[@frumitup]

Thank you so much 🤗. I am so appreciated of your transparency, as many people would have a tendency to say that Kosher is more expensive whatever we do or wherever we buy it but in reality with my little experiment, it is clear that we can be up to par, or perhaps even a bit lower than the national average as per again whether the USDA source or the Canadian government for a family of four on a sidenote, it was a bit funny that I could not find the average cost for a family of five in Canada in the government information I guess that they keep it secret lol. Have a great week and thank you again for being here.

[@justfellicitya]

Thanks for sharing this information! One bad habit my hubby and I got into through Covid is ordering out for food. We're spending SO much on fast food deliveries, and aren't healthy at all. Watching this reminded me how much my husband enjoys my cooking, and how much I love preparing good food that makes both of us happy, and I need to do more of that! And also, will be so much cheaper than ordering out all the time. Thanks again!

[@Redrosewitch]

I love shopping. And yes. I did think it would be more expensive. I assumed that all the checks that are needed to be able to grant a kosher label would make for more expense food. But, even if it were so, and I suspect I'm wrong about it. You'd probably balance it out considerably by buying very few processed foods. It does make a huge difference. As does having an eye to whether a price is good or not before buying.

[@chelym4094]

WOW! I am completely shocked that it isn’t more expensive to shop Kosher! I 100% thought it would be. As a family of 4 in the central United States (Which includes 2 teenage boys!) I spend about $250/week, which to me, is crazy! I try to shop as inexpensively as possible while balancing meals, veggies and protein, etc. You did a fabulous job!

[@sms-balto]

I love shopping! You make me think of my mother -- no bug would have the temerity to invade her food. If they dared, they wouldn't survive long!

[@lizbethlee3833]

I love shopping. I was surprised at the cost of kosher food. I shop at our local Walmart, which is right on the Mexican border. So the ingredients I can buy for many foods are more Mexican-based due to the clientele, of course. I love your videos. I love how organized you are. It’s just my daughter and I since my husband passed last year after 50 years of marriage. So our eating habits have changed immensely. A weekly menu is such a good idea but not always how we do things.

[@Shoshi2048]

Dear Lizbeth: I want to extend to you my most sincerest condolences on the death of your beloved husband. May his memory be for an eternal blessing. Forever in our hearts. 💞 Thank you so much for being here with us and for being a part of the Frum it Up family and may G-d comfort you and bring you peace. Blessings💝

[@Monica.Corrie]

I think you ladies did a wonderful job finding the best deals to conform to your Kosher dietary requirements. ♥️

[@tebec3624]

This video was suggested by KZbin probably because I watch a lot of cooking videos. You actually made shopping at Walmart look fun! I prefer a small grocery store like Trader Joe's - next time I go I will check to see if their products are Kosher. 😊

[@frumitup]

I am so happy you came to visit! We do not have trader’s Joe in Canada: but I would love to go: it looks so much fun!!!

[@CricketsBay]

Trader Joe's has a lot of kosher products. That store and Whole Foods are the most expensive in my area though.

[@SpringStarFangirl]

Trader Joe's is great! It's one of the two stores where my parents used to shop before we moved to Israel, and it's still the store we turn to when we visit the US! The stuff there is great quality, so we don't mind paying a bit more.

[@katfrench5003]

I live in southeast USA and I try to eat kosher. Thank you for teaching us more about it. 😊

[@tprada6214]

I love shopping! You did so well for feeding a family of 5. I have learned a few things about kosher food from your videos. I absolutely loved seeing your daughters holding hands while shopping. Absolutely adorable. Thank you for sharing your time and family with us. Much love from Florida ❤❤❤

[@lindarumbelow3166]

I love shopping! You have so much more self control than I do - I have a hard time avoiding fun treats! 😆Your daughters are so precious! I have a son and a daughter (both grown) and I always enjoyed that even though they would get mad at each other, they always defended the other when necessary!