THE MATZAH BALL

Rachel has a secret: the Orthodox Jewish daughter of a prominent rabbi, she is also the covert author behind several bestselling holiday romcoms, and is head over heels, borderline obsessed, IN LOVE … with Christmas! When asked by her publisher to write a romcom about Hanukkah, Rachel balks - but knows she needs her undercover writing gig to support her chronic illness. To conduct her research and score a ticket to the exclusive Matzah Ball event, she must reconnect with her handsome arch nemesis from summer camp. Will the roller coaster of their connection open a door to a new beginning, and will she find holiday magic in Hanukkah after all?
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It was so much fun to read a book filled not only with the celebration of Hanukkah, but of Jewish culture, food and traditions! Below I’m highlighting books by some other Jewish authors from 2022 that I’ve loved - I hope you’ll check them out!
- The Matchmaker’s Gift by @lloigman - so much joy in this delightfully charming must-read novel
- The Redhead of Auschwitz by @theredheadofauschwitz - important and incredibly inspiring memoir written by a Holocaust survivor and her granddaughter
- Trapped In My Sports Bra and Other Harrowing Tales by @aisle4marlene - touching and hilarious musings on parenting, middle age, love and loss
- Tomorrow x3 by Gabrielle Zevin - needs no introduction, a fave of 2022
*Interestingly almost all of these feature a wonderful, wise Jewish bubbe (grandma) - a new literary trend? 👵🏻
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Sufganiyot (jelly donuts) and other fried foods are traditional on this holiday to celebrate the miracle of Hanukkah: oil that kept the menorah lit for eight days. I don’t own a deep fryer but I do love decorating cookies! This recipe is delicious and easy - I will pin it in the comments! Happy Hanukkah, Chag Sameach! I hope the magic and light of this holiday finds its way to your home and heart! 💙 ps special shout out to @williamssonoma for the most beautiful Hanukkah merch! It feels lovely to be represented among your holiday offerings