About Today: 8 Facts About Rosh Hashanah

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Today From Jen Hubley, your About Today Editor Some people are really up on what holidays mean -- their origins, their importance to culture and people, and so on. And some people (me) tend to forget the actual meaning of holidays, and then blame that on greeting card companies. 8 Facts About Rosh Hashanah If you've always wondered why apples and honey are consumed on Rosh Hashanah, this is your afternoon reading. Also: 7 other facts you might not know. Rosh Hashanah Food Customs Challah Shapes and Symbols See More About:  rosh hashanah  high holy days  jewish holidays Traditional Rosh Hashanah Menus and Recipes Cooking for the holidays is about 50 percent fun, 50 percent stress. Planning your menu ahead of time makes everything easier. What Is Rosh Hashanah? Rosh Hashanah Menus and Recipes See More About:  rosh hashanah menus  rosh hashanah salads  rosh hashanah entrees Menus for the Jewish High Holidays Also, it gives you a chance to drool over things you'll be eating in a few days. Can You Take Off for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur? Pomegranate Apple Salad See More About:  yom kippur break-fast recipes  rosh hashanah menus  traditional jewish dishes Recipe: Rosh Hashanah Honey Cake I would like to eat this honey cake every day. If you make apple cake as well, you can cover both apples and honey. Delicious symbolism! Honey Apple Pie Recipe Italian Rosh Hashanah Pastries See More About:  chocolate desserts  apple desserts  rosh hashanah entrees Today Ads Facts Facts About Diabetes Facts for Kids Funny Fun Facts In Doctor Facts Featured Articles What Is the American Jobs Act? Football's Funniest Quotes First Major Patent Law Change Since 1952 How to Get Your Job Back Wilco - 'The Whole Love' Review How to Make Sugar Skulls   More from About.com Essential Medical Tests for Women For women, certain medical tests and health screenings are recommended on a yearly basis. Learn which screenings are essential for your health, and why. More> Finding the Right Doctor Whether you need a new primary care doctor or a specialist to take care of specific symptoms, you'll want to follow these guidelines to choose the right physician for your medical care. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement