Often, traditional Hanukkah food is fried as a reminder of the oil ... (So if you’re hosting a Hanukkah latke party, make sure you have both!) Whether you personally opt for applesauce or ...

While I am reconciled to latke love, this year I plan to invite other food friends to the party, establishing some new Hanukkah traditions with a full roster of co-stars alongside that iconic latke.

Years ago when I was growing up in our town on Long Island, one of our neighbors had a huge combination Christmas and Hanukkah party each year ... And the holiday food was SO good.