Chanuka!!

Chanuka is arriving tonight! Woohoo! While Chanuka actually isn't a major holiday in Judaism, it still is a special time that I look forward to every year!

I mean, a holiday celebrating oil? Great idea, right?

I'm going to be bringing you some Chanuka-based inspiration over the next few days! Feel free to adapt ideas for your own celebrations, just enjoy them, or shout "blech" and spit your juice onto the screen (well, not in front of me, at least!).

Today I have some FUN Chanuka links for you!


Isn't this the funnest tablescape ever? It won't be looking quite like this at my place, but I can dream:)

Tablescapes, wine recommendations, games, scrappy products, and other fun is happening over at Crafting Jewish Style's blog!

Next, a funny video--find it here on youtube. This is apparently what yeshiva students do in their free time. (And yes, most Orthodox pop stars wear glasses).


These may not LOOK like latkes, but as a result of a failed apple fritter experience, I realized these little guys make the best latkes! Find the recipe here on PrudentBaby. My mouth is watering just thinking about them....

Ok, moving right along.
If you want to know more about the history of Chanuka, or need a cheat-sheet with the candle lighting blessings, check out this site.

And that's all for today! Any questions? What is YOUR favorite holiday food? (still thinking about those apple latkes....)