Throw a Modern Rosh Hashanah Dinner

Embrace the traditions of the Jewish high holidays while also setting a beautiful table for your family and friends. We share ideas to help you plan a modern Rosh Hashanah dinner party.

Rosh Hashanah marks the start of the new year on the Hebrew calendar. After sundown on the first night, families typically celebrate together with a festive meal. Apples are typically dipped in honey to symbolize hopes for a sweet new year. These pretty apple tea lights are a great way to incorporate the apple theme on your dinner table.

Put a small bowl filled with honey at each individual place setting. It's less messy than passing around a shared bowl and allows each guest to dip their apples on their own all throughout their meal.

Get everyone involved in planning good things to come in the new year with your own wishing tree. Have each guest fill out their wish on a small tag, and hang them all together on the tree.