Hanukkah is the festival of lights, as one night’s supply of oil lasted eight nights - a true miracle!
Enjoying traditional Hannukah foods made with oil is a big part of the holiday. And with eight full days to celebrate, there’s plenty of opportunity to get creative in the kitchen. Whether you’re hosting or joining family and friends, Hannukah season is the time for delicious, mouth-watering and indulgent Jewish foods. From latkes (potato pancakes) challa (braided bread) and sufganiyot (jelly filled donuts) to brisket and rugelach (mini croissant look-alike pastries), the menu ideas are endless.
The beloved dreidel game has been played during Hannukah for centuries. Did you know it’s based on a version of a game traditionally played during Christmas time across Europe, and beyond.
Hannukah or Chanukah? Both are correct, but Hannukah is more commonly used. The reason for multiple spellings is due to the translation of the word from Hebrew to English, there simply is no exact translation. Hannukah or Channukah? You choose!
Schmaltz or Canola? Everyone has their favourite oil to fry latkes with. What’s your favourite?
Hannukah Gelt(money) isn’t only for enjoying that yummy chocolate. It’s also meant to teach children about the importance of charity.
Hanukkah Recipes
