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Best Ways To Celebrate Rosh Hashanah In Los Angeles

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Rosh Hashanah, referred to as the Jewish New Year, is one of the most revered yearly holidays for individuals and families around the world. It is noted as a special time for peaceful reflection, charity and new beginnings. This year, the festivities begin on the sunset of October 2 and end on October 4. It is a time set aside for inner reflection while enjoying a select menu of simple, delicious foods like freshly baked round challah, sliced fresh fruits and other tasty choices with family and friends. Here is a list of specialty restaurants that serve up smiles when it comes to quality prepared specialty foods to enjoy during Rosh Hashanah, and places you and your family can honor the holiday. L'shanah tovah.

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Nate 'n Al Delicatessen
414 N. Beverly Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(310)274-0101
www.natenal.com

Nate'n Al Delicatessen first opened its doors in Beverly Hills in 1945, creating a culinary history of becoming one of L.A.'s finest delis and restaurants when it comes to kosher cuisine. Some of its popular menu items include brisket, stuffed cabbage and smoked salmon.

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Greenblatt 's Deli Restaurant
8017 Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles,CA 90046
(323) 656-0606
www.greenblattsdeli.com

Greenblatt's,operated by the Kavin family for three generations, is a Hollywood destination located next door to the famous Laugh Factory comedy club on the Sunset Strip. Their signature menu contains an extensive variety of deli favorites like matzo ball soup, hot corned beef sandwiches to double fudge chocolate cake to choose from. Classic Hollywood stars such as Marilyn Monroe to Marlon Brando frequented the popular deli, adding to its rich history of becoming a select Hollywood destination.

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Canter's Deli
419 N. Fairfax Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 651-2030
www.cantersdeli.com

Canter's is a landmark restaurant in the heart of the Fairfax district, located near the L.A. Farmer's Market. A fourth generation family restaurant, this popular deli and restaurant serves up hearty specialty meals including a delicious array of mouth watering desserts 24 hours a day seven,. days a week.This mainstay cafe continues its commitment to the traditional Jewish deli experience with a contemporary ambiance.

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Home Recipes

Specialty delis offer an array of prepared food items to choose from for diners to feast upon and enjoy. In addition,home cooks can create traditional recipes to enjoy during the family dinner hour by adding a few simple grocery items on to the grocery shopping list. Here are a few specialty recipes that are practical to prepare while at the same time creating visual appeal as part of a specialty meal to celebrate Rosh Hashanah.

Fresh Bagel, Lox and Cream Cheese

  • 1 fresh bagel sliced
  • 3 slices of smoked salmon
  • 2 tablespoons of capers
  • 3 tablespoons whipped kosher cream cheese
  • 1/2 red onion cut into thin slices

Directions:
1. Place sliced bagel on plate
2. Spread whipped cream cheese on each bagel slice
3. Top each bagel with smoked salmon slices
4. Sprinkle red onion slices on top of each bagel
5. Sprinkle with capers

Fresh bagels from the local bakery set the foundation for this traditional favorite that is enjoyed throughout the
year as a restaurant meal of choice or a specialty snack. Whipped cream cheese is used in this recipe
to provide a velvety smooth spread for the base of fresh smoked salmon and toppings of choice.

Honey Almond Cake

  • 2 cups of unbleached flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup low fat milk
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Place two mixing bowls and ingredients on a counter or table.
  3. Place flour, salt, baking soda sugar and baking powder in one bowl. Stir and mix well. Set to the side.
  4. Place eggs, milk, honey and extracts in the second bowl. Stir and mix well. Set to the side.
  5. Pour egg mixture into flour mixture. Stir and mix until creamy.
  6. Spray 8x2 cake pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  7. Pour cake batter into the cake pan and bake for 45 minutes.
  8. Remove cake from oven and cool for 15 minutes before serving.
  9. Option: You can top the cake with 2 tablespoons of honey brushed on the top. Then sprinkle 1/2 cup thinly sliced almonds on top and serve.

Honey cake is a tasty dessert and treat that is delicious to eat as well as special in its traditional symbolism when preparing a family meal. This delicate treat is versatile in its ability to capture the flavor of the foods that accompany its subtle sweet flavor. As an ingredient here, it stands to represent the bright hope of a sweet new year to come. In addition to honey cake, honey can be served as a natural dip in a small bowl surrounded by sliced apples or challah to enjoy with it.

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Temple Service
Temple Etz Chaim
1080 E. Janss
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
(805) 497-6852
www.templeetzchaim.org
Temple Services: Monday, Sept. 14; 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

There are a number of temples to choose from when it comes to attending special services during the High Holy Day of Rosh Hashanah. Temple Etz Chaim will open its doors for community prayer services on Monday, Sept. 14 at 2:30 p.m. Attendees can enjoy activities that will include storytelling and holiday songs. Temple Etz Chaim 's is dedicated to the faith-based celebration and expression of Judaism through emphasis on the study of the Torah, community prayer, religious observances and the performance of mitzvot.


Belinda Ware is a Hollywood Insider news journalist who finds herself in the right place at the right time covering celebrity news, pop culture, opinion pieces and general breaking news stories on the latest trends in popular news. Her hobbies include golf, chess and world travel. Read more on Examiner.com.
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