Churros and Zoolbia For Hanukkah? Yes (And Other Headlines)

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Hanukkah (which began Thursday night) is a Jewish festival that celebrates religious freedom, and the small amount of oil that miraculously kept the Temple’s eternal flame alight for eight days.

Sweet treat Hanukkah

To mark that moment, each year in the dark of winter, Jews light candles and eat foods fried in oil. There are latkes, bimuelos, fritelle di chanuka … but for some Angelenos, their deep-fried food of choice is … churros.

Before I share the link to the story, I will warn you that if you have a sweet tooth or if you’re hungry, the photos will make you want to head to one of these places ASAP. I already know which one I'm visiting this weekend.

So where does one get the best churros in L.A. (or just all the sweet, doughy goodness) this holiday season? See the list of sweet treats and where you can get them — click here.

More food content:

• There’s a plant-based Mexican pop-up eatery and catering business in Boyle Heights serving faves like birria tacos and pozole.
• Here’s how you can make the perfect Hanukkah latkes each and every time.

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It's tiiiiiiime for the weekend

Santa’s Circus comes to town (at the Montalbán Theatre).

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In the wise words of our holiday queen Mariah Carey, “It’s tiiiiimmmmmeee!” The holidays are getting closer and closer, and I have found myself listening to more Christmas music and watching Vlogmas videos on YouTube. So it’s only fitting that I also start getting into a cheery, festive spirit, and what better way to do that than going to an event? Here are my picks for some holiday-inspired events. You can check out the full list here.

• Santa's Circus, Hollywood: Watch Cirque-style acrobatics infused with holiday joy in a 90-minute spectacular from Cirque Factory. Families can enjoy acrobatic feats, dance, gymnastics, illusions, comedy and surprises.
• Marina Del Rey Boat Parade & Fisherman’s Village, Marina Del Rey: A fireworks display is followed by a boat parade around the marina’s main channel with the theme “Beauty of Winter on the Water.” Watch the boats decorated with lights and decorations from Fisherman’s Village or Burton Chace Park in Marina Del Rey for some of the best views.
• Black In The Valley Kwanzaa Marketplace, Northridge: Shop for holiday gifts at the Black In The Valley Kwanzaa Marketplace from more than 50 Black-owned businesses in the Valley.

BONUS: If you want even more holiday inspo, I know the perfect How To LA episode. The team gets together to chat about their favorite ways to enjoy a holiday staycation, L.A. style. Listen to the episode.