Hanukkah takes place December 2 through December 10 this year. Because I enjoy latkes, I decided to pull together my first attempt at a Hanukkah Holiday roundup. Celebrate the Jewish Festival of Lights at one of the restaurants or eating establishments listed below.
Photo Credit: Paula & Chlo
AKASHA
Dec 2-9, AKASHA will feature their famous Yukon Gold Potato Latkes served with a choice of applesauce, smoked salmon or citrus braised duck. Entrees consist of Brisket with roasted carrots, potato pancakes & applesauce, Ora King Salmon, citrus celery root & spinach puree savoy cabbage, and sunchoke crisps.
AKASHA, 9543 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232; 310.845.1700
akasharestaurant.com
Mari Los Angeles
Dec 2-10, Mari is celebrating the festival of lights with a special three-course prix-fixe menu in the Hanukkah tradition – with a few twists. The menu line-up includes classics such as Latkes served with Crème Fraiche and Applesauce and also offers guests more unique entrée options such as Slow Roasted Brisket or Potato Crusted Salmon. Dessert offerings naturally include Sufganiyah, as well as Toasted Babka with Halvah Ice Cream, so guests can conclude Hanukkah dinner on a sweet note.
Dinner is $45 per person from 5:30 – 9 p.m. A children’s menu is also available upon request.
Mari Los Angeles, 2151 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA; 310.284.6536
marilosangeles.com
Original Farmers Market
Dec 2, from 2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., celebrate Hanukkah with the lighting of a giant Lego menorah, music and arts and crafts. Enjoy live music by Charlie Kramer and Chayut. Original Farmers Market merchants will feature holiday favorites including brisket, fresh latke ingredients, bread and pastries, Kosher wines, menorahs and candles, candies and endless Hanukkah gift ideas.
Original Farmers Market, 6333 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323.933.9211
farmersmarketla.com
Pier Plaza, Hermosa Beach
Dec. 2, 3:00 – 5:30 p.m. Community Menorah Lighting. Music, latkes & donuts, gifts for children, entertainment for the whole family, and a giant menorah lighting.
Pier Plaza, Hermosa Beach, Ca, 90254; 310.214.4999
Jccmb.com
Revolutionario
To keep Hanukkah interesting, Revolutionario is rolling out their Halal Hanukkah specials one entree at a time. The first is a Moroccan roast chicken with a sauce of slow roasted tomatoes, apricots, sour plums, and golden raisins served with basmati rice. The chicken is seasoned with 28 different spices. For more information and to reserve your order, call 424.223.3526.
Revolutionario, 1436 W Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90007; 424.223.3526.
Saddle Peak Lodge
Dec 5, at 6:30 p.m., join the friendly staff at Saddle Peak Lodge for a special family friendly Hanukkah Happy Hour at the Lodge. Celebrate with a specially crafted three-course meal, a Menorah candle lighting, Hanukkah stories and songs, and more… Call 818-222-3888 for reservations.
Saddle Peak Lodge, 419 Cold Canyon Rd, Calabasas, CA 91302; 818.222.3888
saddlepeaklodge.com
Hanukkah Meals To Go
With schedules tight and people overworked, many people don’t realize they don’t have time to cook. Consider purchasing a fully cooked Hanukkah meal that only needs to be reheated.
Gelson’s
Gelson’s is offering Kosher-Style Dinners available for pickup starting Nov. 27. Entrees include Rotisserie Chicken (no salt or free range) or Beef Brisket. Both dinners include:
- Matzo balls with chicken broth
- Tzimmes
- Chopped beef liver with egg
- Potato pancakes with applesauce
- Noodle Kugel
Most of their side dishes are also available separately. Dinners must be reheated prior to serving. Place your order online at gelsons.com.
Gelson’s (LA locations in Manhattan Beach, Century City, Calabasas, Marina Del Rey, Encino and Hollywood)
Joan’s on Third
The Catering Department in Joan’s on Third wants to prepare your Hanukkah meal. The Catering menu features:
- Beef Brisket with carrots and pearl onions
- Braised Niman Ranch Short Ribs
- Herb Roasted Whole Chicken
- Harissa Chicken
- Aunt Helen’s Noodle Kugel
- Matzo Ball Soup
- Roasted Delicata Squash
- Hanukkah Dessert Assortment
- Chocolate Dipped Macaroons
- and many more!
Beware that Joan’s on Third requires 48-hour notice. They also have a $100 catering minimum.
Joan’s on Third, 8350 West Third St, Los Angeles, CA 90048; 323.655.2285
joansonthird.com
Wexler’s Deli
A complete Hanukkah Meal including:
- Wexler’s Famous Braised Holiday Brisket
- Potato Latkes with Creme Fraiche and House-Made Apple Sauce
- Roasted Farmers Market Squash with Honey and Pepitas
- Dana’s Matzo Ball Soup
- The Big Salad with Farmers Market Vegetables with Dill Champagne Vinaigrette
- Whole Loaf of Chocolate Babka
All of the above items are also available a la carte.
To order, email catering@wexlersdeli.com or call 424.744.8671 Ext. 1
Wexler’s Deli (locations in Santa Monica and Downtown LA)
616 Santa Monica Blvd. Santa Monica, Ca 90401; (424) 744-8671
317 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, Ca 90013; (213) 620-0633
wexlersdeli.com