I definitely miss brisket but the smell is always so wonderful in the house. My best friend in elementary school always had coconut macaroons at their passover meal. Ohhh...so yummy along with the rolls and this chocolate almond cakelike dessert. Might have to call her mom and see if I can get some of those recipes.
Quick thought for you for a side dish...steamed green beans with fresh or dried cranberries (if dried I toss them in the last minute or 2 to soften them up a bit). Just gives it some sweetness with a blast of color. I love that with chicken at holidays, course never any left over.
Good luck with the cleaning. It never seems to get done. I keep hoping for a magic wand to take care of it. If I find I special on the wands I will get you one.