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It is hard to believe, but Chanukah is almost here! And while that means trying to find gifts amidst the double-punch of inflation and supply problems, it is also a time to be grateful for miracles large and small, including the gifts of wonderful food made by wonderful people.

We have spoken many times about Galit Grutman of Galit’s Treats in Newton, Steve Peljovich of Michael’s Deli in Brookline, and Needham’s own Liron Pergament-Gal of ChocAllure. And while this talented trio makes some of the best baked goods, sandwiches, and sweet snacks all year, they truly light an extra candle for Chanukah.

This year, in addition to some of the best challahin the area, Galit is offering amazing (and nut-free) sufganiyot. While she will probably also have the traditional and no less delicious) fried option, Galit is also baking some sufganiyotas well! Available each day from 12-2, they have proven so popular that Galit is staying open for the first night of Chanukah, which is Sunday, November 28.

At Michael’s, Steve is adding to his ever-expanding menu of Krazy Knishes with a trio of holiday-themed treats that includes sufganiyot, latkes and apples, and holiday brisket knishes. He also has hand-shredded latkes (a.k.a., potato pancakes), blueberry blintzes, and, of course, Auntie Bev’s famed noodle kugel, all of which go great with his world-famous corned beef.

At ChocAllure, Liron is still offering sweets that will keep you humming throughout the holidays. For Chanukah, she has a new six-piece box that will miraculously keep the entire eight-night holiday extra satisfying. Among the flavors are salted butter muscovado sugar caramel, cookies and cream, and dark chocolate and crunchy caramel.

From chicken soup to nut-free sufganiyotand chocolate-covered nuts, Galit, Michael, and Liron have great choices for allyour holday celebrations.

Chag Channukah!

 www.galitstreats.com / http://michaelsdelibrookline.com / www.choc-allure.com