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Literie and Zabar's candle collaboration

There’s a specific magic that takes over your apartment on a Friday afternoon when there’s challah in the oven. The yeast, the egg wash, that faintly sweet golden warmth curling out from under the kitchen door: it’s the smell of the whole week exhaling. Of course, not everyone has time to braid their own every … NYC staple Zabar’s and candle company Literie bottled the scent of Friday night challah

With Hanukkah just a few weeks away, our thoughts immediately run to delectable sufganyots, the sort of latkes that taste delicious with any type of dipping and, of course, gifting opportunities. Whether a procrastinator still searching for the perfect present or simply looking to add more flair to your already-packed and ready-to-go packages, here are … 18 New York-themed Hanukkah gifts for 2025