Havurah’s Annual Je-Wish List 5784
Havurah’s back with our second annual Hanukkah Gift Guide. This year, we’ve chosen an exciting theme for our gift guide: taste (one more ways than one). If taste is something you are always striving for, but can’t ever truly achieve, this list is your new best friend. Say goodbye to the last-minute Amazon orders. This year, we’ve got you covered.
Bubble Menorah (Aluminum) - Tchotchke
The truth is, Menorahs are an investment. Gone are the thin, bendable metal menorahs. Menorahs can now be found under the “home decor” section. They no longer stay in a box in your basement, collecting dust until the greatest eight days of the year. A Menorah— this menorah, doesn’t stay locked in a box. It deserves better, the best. You can give it a permanent spot on your book shelf, counter, or basically anywhere guests will see it. They should witness its glory, year round.
When I think about how many dumplings I want, the number 52 comes to mind. Chutzpah is groundbreaking. The Jews now have their own Trader Joe’s freezer meals. It feels so right! Gift these to someone who works long hours and still wants a nice meal at the end of the day or to your plant-based friend who can’t seem to find anything they like. The list goes on…
This gift is completely on theme. It’s tasteful, delicious and flavorful. The spices of Israel are simply perfection. Your friend will be testing out these recipes for months and you’ll volunteer to taste test, sounds like a win-win to me. Gift this to the foodie (of course), or anyone who’s looking to connect to Israel in a new way.
Here at Havurah we believe in supporting Jewish artists, and here’s an example of a perfect one to support. Ceramics are IN. It’s cozy season and everyone is in need of a new mug. Gift this alongside a nice hot chocolate kit like this one, or maybe a tin of tea (tin instead of box = classy). Anything from ANK Studios will be cherished for years to come.
Comfortable AND a good message? Pressing add to cart as we speak. Gift this to basically anyone in college. It’s a statement, the right kind.
This goes out to all the plant-lovers, an ever-growing population. These pots are perfect for someone who forgets to water their plants. More people in your life are in need of this than you even know. Plants can last all eight days in this pot before watering. Buy this gift for your friend who always has dead plants, they’ll thank you.
This is the time of year to give back. Planting a tree in honor of someone is easy and meaningful. Donate a tree for the person who has everything, it’s sure to be well received.
I’ve been told this book is the perfect housewarming gift, and I must agree. Hygge means coziness. Tis’ the season? Any space can be cozy, even our shoe box of an apartment in NYC. Gift this to your stoop loving, Facebook marketplace flipping fanatic of a friend.
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A little self-promotion never killed anyone! Buy the magazine of the year for your friend, loved-one, yourself, your neighbor, your work wife, your Rabbi, or your dog. It’s an unbeatable present that keeps on giving. I have a feeling we’re all in need of the Zion issue right about now. Now’s your chance to get them hot off the press (sorta), just in time for Hanukkah!
