Rosh Hashanah—the Jewish New Year—is one of the most important holidays on the Jewish calendar. Beginning this year on September 15 at sundown and lasting until nightfall on September 18, it’s a time to reflect, welcome the new year, and (of course) eat delicious food with loved ones.
There are a few dishes one can expect to find on a typical Rosh Hashanah table, many of which carry symbolic significance. Apples and honey are a classic pairing, which represents a sweet year ahead. Challah, usually braided into a long rope, is baked into a round formation on the holiday, to signify the circle of life. Those are just a start: Pomegranates, fish heads, carrots, beets, leeks, and dates all carry symbolic meaning during the holiday.
