15 Modern Menorahs to Illuminate the Holidays
Sure, Hanukkah is an annual eight-day celebration, but we think these elegant objects deserve centerpiece status throughout the year.
From a chanukiah (nine-branched menorah) sculpted from walnut and marble, to a cast-iron candelabrum and a modernist rendition that comes in a swath of bright colors, these tastefully designed menorahs will bring an elevated aesthetic to your Hanukkah festivities this year.
Simon Pearce Handblown Woodbury Menorah
Glassmaker Simon Pearce brings architectural grace to this distinctive menorah crafted using centuries-old techniques. Its solid glass base supports clean lines of polished metal, providing a perfect place to perch your taper candles. With the warming way the metal and glass catch the glow of the candlelight, this one is truly worthy of a holiday celebration.
ShopNambé Geo Menorah
Crafted in warm acacia and shining Nambé alloy, this minimalist menorah lends clean and modern style to your Hanukkah celebrations from the first night through the last.
ShopAreaware Menorah
This solid, cast-iron menorah by industrial designer Josh Owen is both simple and ceremonial. Its seamlessly integrated tray catches wax drippings and doubles as a repository for used matches. The menorah is included in the permanent collections of the Memorial Art Gallery, the National Museum of American Jewish History, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. It also received the Chicago Good Design Award in 2011.
ShopVia Maris Trace Menorah
Manhattan-based brand Via Maris excels at designing traditional Jewish objects for a contemporary context. Steel construction gives the Trace menorah an industrial-inspired quality. Its removable candle cups offer easy cleanup and fit snugly in each receptacle.
ShopYoav S Liberman Handcrafted Walnut and Brass Menorah
Food52 worked closely with designer and woodworker Yoav S Liberman to make this one-of-a-kind menorah. The brass candle inserts, made from reclaimed shell casings, add a vintage touch to the sleek wooden base.
ShopMarmol Radziner Menorah
Celebrate Hanukkah with the Marmol Radziner menorah handcrafted in Los Angeles from walnut and brass. Each piece is made of solid wood and finished with a food-grade mineral oil. The nine candle holders are removable; clean with soft cloth and dry thoroughly after each use.
ShopJK Adams Vermont Marble and Walnut Menorah
A sleek slab of veined Vermont marble—each piece unique from the next— slides into the silky walnut base of this candelabra to hold nine candles.
ShopThe Citizenry Tikal Wood Menorah Set
This contemporary menorah set is crafted from sustainably sourced, dark granadillo that’s certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). The menorahs feature rich, organic wood grains sealed with beeswax. Each set is made start to finish by a group of artisans in the Petén Jungle of Guatemala in a fair-trade working environment.
ShopVia Maris Block Menorah
A storage compartment with room for 44 candles adds practicality to this heavy, cast-aluminum menorah that lends a modern aesthetic to a timeless ritual.
ShopDesign Within Reach Ascalon Menorah
A kosher design, the Ascalon (2011) has eight facets that correspond to the eight days of Hanukkah, with a ninth candleholder for the shamash (used to light the other candles). Left and right diagonals create an 18-degree angle on one side of the white Carrara marble candelabra. In Judaism, 18 is a very important number symbolizing chai, or “life.” The menorah is available with or without 45 hand-dipped, six-inch white candles, which burn clean and bright for more than an hour each.
ShopApeloig Modern Lucite Menorah
Centuries-old tradition meets modern design in this acrylic menorah. It has nine metal holders for oil-cup candles, plus an extra piece for the shamash. After Hanukkah? Sprinkle a few fresh flowers inside, and you’ve got a vase that can inspire all year long.
ShopWest Elm Glass Menorah
Made of crystal glass, this menorah is an elegant way to illuminate each night of Hanukkah.
ShopStyle Union Home Handmade Ceramic Shana Menorah
With Matisse-inspired bends and arches, this menorah is designed to stay out year-round as a decoration for mantels, tables, and windowsills thanks to the versatile shape. Each piece is lovingly crafted by Los Angeles-based potters, so no two are alike.
ShopMARCH Silver Menorah
A modern take on the menorah, this modular set includes nine candleholders and a single tray made from polished, silver-plated solid brass. For use as a set or as individual candleholders throughout the year.
ShopBlackthorne Forge Hand-Forged Iron Menorah
Handcrafted from iron by a blacksmith in Vermont, this menorah is just as much a work of art as it is a festive piece for Hanukkah. The eye-catching Arc design has a delicately curved base that might tempt you to leave yours on the mantel year-round.
ShopNeed Some Candles?
Simon Pearce Ivory Menorah Candle Set
Bundle of lights. Keep the lights of your menorah all aglow with these lovely ivory candles. Each one tops off at six inches and is made from paraffin wax. This box contains 45 simple, elegant tapers—an abundance of light fit for a celebration of all that is bright.
ShopWest Elm Unscented Taper Candles
Made of natural paraffin wax, our Taper Candles add ambiance year-round. Give them as gifts or stock up on a few sets for everyday entertaining.
ShopBeehive Alchemy Tapered Beeswax Candles (Set of 8)
From the happiest bees in town. These tapered candles are made from beeswax sourced from happy bees who spend their days hive-hopping, foraging for sweet nectar—and that’s it. They have a natural, resinous scent from the wax, but nothing else is added to enhance the scent or color of the candles. The candles fit most standard sized candle holders, and come in a set of 8 to take you through many a candlelit dinner.
ShopNeed a Cookbook?
Little Book of Jewish Feasts
This elegant little book of Jewish culinary traditions offers the perfect dishes to feature at the center of the table for each holiday in the Jewish calendar. Leah Koenig shares 25 globally inspired Jewish holiday main dishes that will satisfy and delight along with vibrant photographs of each of the recipes plus helpful tips for wine pairing.
ShopThe Jewish Cookbook
A rich trove of contemporary global Jewish cuisine, featuring hundreds of stories and recipes for home cooks everywhere. The Jewish Cookbook is an inspiring celebration of the diversity and breadth of this venerable culinary tradition. A true fusion cuisine, Jewish food evolves constantly to reflect the changing geographies and ingredients of its cooks.
ShopModern Jewish Cooking: Recipes and Customs for Today's Kitchen
From a leading voice in Jewish cuisine comes this cookbook that pays homage to tradition while reflecting the values of the modern-day food movement. Author Leah Koenig shares 175 recipes showcasing handmade, seasonal, vegetable-forward dishes. Classics of Jewish culinary culture—such as latkes, matzoh balls, challah, and hamantaschen—are updated with smart techniques and vibrant spices. Approachable recipes for everything from soups to sweets go beyond the traditional, incorporating regional influences from North Africa to Central Europe.
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