Back to the Start
So you might already have a menorah passed down by your relatives, but how about if you wanted to start new family traditions with your own family heirlooms? This pewter menorah from UK’s Rimmon Judaica is a sound investment for what will be a displad at every Chanukah for years to come.
£54.54
Rimmonjudaica.com
Feeling Board?
Chanukah time is family time, so why not gather around the table after lighting for some good old fashioned board game bonding? This hardwood, felt lined storage box contains 10 games in one, including chess, backgammon, mill, dominos, pick-up sticks and Parcheesi. The compact, stackable design makes this box a perfect gift for kids or games-loving adults.
£37.96
Malt Teaser
Glenfiddich’s award-winning 15-year single malt is just one of the luxury whiskeys and liquors you can pick up from Prestwich’s Innovate, the kosher artisan shop at 47 Bury Old Road, making this a thoughtful and generous kosher gift for discerning family or friends.
£45.99
Innovatechocolates.com
Dare to Be Different
Bjork, Dr Seuss, Whoopi Goldberg, Andy Warhol, Ellen MacArthur, Greta Gerwig, Andrea Bocelli, Hua Mulan…people who all dared to be different. Stories for Kids Who Dare to Be Different is the book for children who want to know about the lives of those heroes who have led the way, changing the world for the better as they go.
Including stories of 100 people who broke the mould, the illustrated book will delight sons and daughters, nephews and nieces, and give them the courage to be themselves.
£15.99
Waterstones.com
Extra Unified
Food is always a good shout when searching for Chanukah gifts, especially when you can give back to the communities of Israel at the same time. Sindyanna of Galilee, a unique non-profit organisation led by a team of Arab and Jewish women, works to create social change by selling Fair Trade products made in the area.
This attractive gift pack includes extra virgin olive oil from olives cultivated in groves nestled amid the hills of the Galilee, 100% pure wildflower honey and a mix of spices that contains za’atar leaves grown in the valley.
£13.56
Givingifts.co.il
The Pyjama Game
Is it even the festive season if you don’t get some new nightwear? JLife’s choice is this pink floral pyjama set from Next. The long-sleeved top is designed with a button-through style and the long bottoms have an elasticated waistband with an adjustable waist tie. Featuring contrasting panels, this floral print set is sure to add a feminine touch to your wardrobe.
£42
Next.co.uk
On the Money
Chanukah without chocolate coins isn’t Chanukah. Treat your loved ones to gelt milk chocolate coins from Israeli confectionary brand Elite. Available from the Jerusalem-based online shop, Judaica Webstore, it ships products to the UK and around the world. Sweet and tasty, these coins are a classic tradition that can be traced back for generations.
£5.66