Gifts + Judaica
Hadassah Magazine’s Hanukkah Gift Guide 2025
Jewish strength, resilience and continuity are embodied through expressions of joy and the passing down of traditions, along with a touch of chai and chutzpah—living a Jewish life with unapologetic audacity. This year’s Hanukkah gifts echo that spirit, featuring bold necklace pendants, book subscription boxes, Judaica for teens and tweens and Star of David home goods that honor heritage, soothe the spirit and cast a light on faith and Jewish practice.
Wear Jewish
Show your Zionist pride with SaltSparkleShalom’s skinny cuff (right, from $29.95) and bangles, with messages in Hebrew or English, such as a prayer for the State of Israel and Am Yisrael Chai, available in stainless steel or yellow- or rose-gold plated (from $39.95).
Gold Star
Sisters Natalie and Michelle created the Emet fine jewelry line as an expression of their Jewish pride. Their gorgeous 18K gold necklaces celebrate Jewish history and tradition through rough-hewn large pendants with Jewish symbols (from $2,160 each).
Read Jewish
One of the best ways to connect with Jewish identity is by reading, or gifting, a great Jewish book. Two new subscription boxes make it easier than ever to discover your next favorite read. The Jewish Joy Box pairs romances and other titles with bookish- and Judaic-themed swag (left, from $130 per box or $452 for an annual subscription, which includes four boxes a year).
Nu Reads, a new initiative from the Jewish Book Council, is a bimonthly box featuring a signed book, a letter from the author and discussion prompts (from $154).
Pretty in Pink and Blue and White
Jewish charms come in soft shades of pink, turquoise and white and vibrant blue and gold in the enamel jewelry collection by designer AlefBet by Paula. The design company’s gold-plated Star of David and hamsa pendants bring a clean, modern take to traditional Jewish charm necklaces (from $65 each), while the delicate hamsa bracelet (from $47) and trendy chai rings (from $61) are a must for any jewelry collection.
Pray Jewish
The Women’s Prayer Card set by Israeli author and educator Aliza Lavie, a former Knesset member, revives lost Jewish women’s prayers. Each of the 100 cards features a prayerful quote, some from as early as the 16th century, a reflection prompt and an archival image (from $65).
Playfully Jewish
Illustrator, product designer and toy creator Suzy Ultman has turned her talents to a series of vibrant children’s products and books on Jewish themes, including the I Like Your Chutzpah board book (with sticker, from $9.99) and Mini Mensch pennant (from $20).
Flora Fancy
The hand-painted porcelain Seven Species Dreidel by Zvezdin’s Workshop showcases figs, grapes and other crops mentioned in the Torah that are connected to the Land of Israel (from $175).
Charmingly Jewish
Israeli boutique jeweler Heiman offers a Jewish Compass charm in 14k rose gold (from $1,047), 14k solid gold (from $1,975) and sterling silver (from $430).
Star Warmer
Looking for a cozy blanket that wraps you in the warmth of tradition? Adara Rituals’ Jewish Heritage Blanket is an elegant way to express culture and connection, available as a throw (from $178) or a baby blanket (also in light blue-and-white or pink-and-white, from $136). Or try Adara’s scented candle collection, in fragrances that evoke Jewish vibes, and holidays (from $38).
Brew Jewish
Chutzpah Coffee Co. not only specializes in flavorful blends with quirky names, like the medium-to-dark roast Bubbie’s Blend (from $18), an ode to bold grandmothers everywhere, it also collaborates with Jewish artists on mugs (from $20) and T-shirts (from $36).
Eat Jewish
We have no doubt that babka is the king, or queen, of Jewy pastries, particularly those from New York-based Babka Bailout, which come in luscious flavors like (from left) cereal milk and ube as well as in mini assortments (individual babkas from $20 and up; assortments from $25 and up).
Tabletop in Blue and White
Pottery Barn’s latest Hanukkah ceramic dinnerware collection and serving platters feature gorgeous and intricate blue, white and gray patterns, centered around the Star of David. Highlights include the Medallion Stoneware Appetizer Plates (from $99.50) and the Medallion Lazy Susan with a wood base and removable sections (from $129).
Blooming Jewish
Small metallic buds and pastel enamel blossoms with interwoven stems form Michael Aram’s hand-sculpted brass Wildflowers Menorah, part of the designer’s newest Judaica collection. Set on a marble stand and inspired by vintage botanical prints and illustrations, the delicate, naturalistic menorah brings a warm whisper of spring to any wintertime Hanukkah tableau (from $295).
Take a Bow
Cute, fun and fanciful, the large resin-and-metal Crystal Bow Menorah is part of an ongoing collaboration between Jewish-owned New York City lifestyle brand LoveShackFancy and Pottery Barn. Adorned with bows and dripping with sparkling crystals, it brings a touch of glamour and whimsy to Hanukkah candlelighting—perfect for the girliest teens and tweens and their moms (from $179).
The Jewish Cook
The Hadassah Magazine apron features an illustration that celebrates the joy of Jewish books. Receive or gift the apron with a donation of $250 or more to the Hadassah Magazine Circle.
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C Jason Landau says
Yasher Koach!!