Shana tova! As the year 5784 comes to a close, some of us might be too far from home or too pressed for time to serve up a traditional holiday meal. Luckily, Westchester has a healthy variety of options perfectly suited to helping you put together a no-fuss spread that would make your bubbe proud.
By the Way Bakery
574 Warburton Ave, Hastings-on-Hudson; 914.478.0555
What’s dinner without dessert? If want to bring something special to your holiday host, drop by Hastings-on-Hudson for delectable treats from this kosher patisserie. Its High Holiday menu includes Shana Tova layer cake, Safta’s seven-layer cake, Railroad cake, Mama’s apple cake, chocolate truffle torte, honey cake, rugelach, and oat-based challah. The limited-time Shana Tova layer cake has a red-apple shine that enhances its appeal beyond the delicious taste. At BTW, every item is gluten- and dairy-free and certified kosher pareve.
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Epsteins of Hartsdale
387 N Central Ave, Hartsdale; 914.428.5320
Epsteins has a terrific takeout dinner for families: $31.99 per person (eight-person minimum). Choose one of three fresh soups; one app (gefilte fish or chopped liver); two sides like roasted or mashed potatoes, roasted broccoli and cauliflower, kasha varnishkes, mushroom barley, steamed or glazed carrots, string beans almandine, spinach or broccoli soufflé, kugel, and noodle pudding; one entrée of turkey, chicken, or brisket. Cranberry compote or coleslaw, and challah are included, along with assorted cookies and rugelach for dessert (apple strudel or chocolate babka are available for an additional cost). You can also order from Epsteins’ larger catering menu for Rosh Hashanah or erev Yom Kippur dining. On top of that, there’s a mouthwatering fish-and-dairy menu for your “Break the Fast” spread.
Eden Wok
1327 North Ave, New Rochelle; 914.637.9363
Want to shake tradition up a bit? Cater your holiday meal with large or small trays of strictly kosher, Pan-Asian-fusion delights from Eden Wok in New Rochelle. For Rosh Hashanah and erev Yom Kippur (and all year) the house serves delectable Thai- and Szechuan-style favorites, such as lo mein, General Tso’s chicken, plus sushi or sashimi platters. You’ll also find burgers and other American classics like buffalo wings on the menu. Eden Wok is certified glatt kosher and offers a dedicated Shabbos takeout dinner special. Of course, if you’re away from home or looking for a good solo dinner, you can pick up a hot meal to enjoy on your own. Just make sure to pick it up before the restaurant closes early for the holidays.
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Susan Lawrence Gourmet Foods
26 N Greeley Ave, Chappaqua; 914.238.8833
Those in the know line up in the wee hours for the babka baked on the premises at this eatery, bakery, market, and caterer. For the upcoming holidays, there’s so much more in store. Kosher-style offerings for both Rosh Hashanah and erev Yom Kippur range from challahs and chopped liver hors d’oeuvres to braised pot roast, whole roasted chicken, and Russian-style stuffed cabbage, not to mention potato pancakes, classic noodle kugel, honey cake, and limitless dessert offerings. Be sure to check out more kosher-style delicacies for breaking the fast on Yom Kippur. Note that the last day to place online orders for Rosh Hashanah is Monday, September 30; for Yom Kippur, order by 4 p.m. on Wednesday, October 9.
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La Mer Seafood
407 Main St, Armonk; 914.273.1766
If your family craves seafood for the High Holidays, turn to La Mer for a memorable catered meal for six to 12 guests. Entrees include grilled salmon or Hudson Valley steelhead trout (chicken and brisket are available for landlubbers); starters include matzo ball soup, chopped liver, and potato latkes; a variety of veggies, potatoes, and salads round out the set menu options. For break-the-fast, La Mer’s fish or nova platters rule the table, alongside appetizing whitefish, smoked sable, baked salmon, and tuna or egg salads, with various shmears of cream cheese for your bagels. Or, satisfy your holiday dining desires with La Mer’s a la carte entrees, sides, and bread and dessert offerings. Place orders by September 25 for Rosh Hashana and October 8 for Yom Kippur.
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Seasons
1104 Wilmot Rd, Scarsdale; 914.472.2240
Enjoy one-stop shopping for all your kosher food needs for the High Holidays at this well-stocked, well-run grocery in the Golden Horseshoe Shopping Center. Catering for Yom Tov (aka the holidays) must be ordered by September 29; view your options online or visit the store’s bakery, meat, fish, and produce departments to place an order in person. They’ll do the cooking; you’ll take the credit!
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Related: Your Guide to Jewish Food and Culinary Traditions in Westchester
