The festival of lights brings with it oil-packed foods, sufganiyot, a public menorah lighting — and more
Chanukah or Hanukkah begins 18 December, at sundown, lasting for eight nights until 26 December. The holiday commemorates the drive of a small-but-determined army known as the Maccabees, the rededication of a Jewish synagogue decimated by the Greek-Syrian army, and the oil found amongst the rubble that was just enough to relight the synagogue’s eternal flame. The oil serves as a metaphor of resilience and hope.
For all who wish to enjoy this celebration of hope, resilience, and deep-fried foods, here’s what’s happening this week across London.Margot Bakery Also throughout the holiday, diners can join owner Tami Isaacs Pearce at 4 p.m. at the Hampstead Heath location, 13 South End Road, for the nightly lighting of the menorah, made from Karma’s signature challah bread. It’s a tradition that has been ongoing for eight years now, led by Isaacs Pearce’s father. “It’s a ritual that is so important to me; it’s my greatest joy! Anyone and everyone is welcome to come share in the light and sense of community,” she says.
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