Squeeze out the excess water. Transfer the potatoes and onions to a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel. Gather the corners up and twist to squeeze out as much liquid as you possibly can into a large ...

Frying latkes is part of the Hanukkah experience! And Zabar's latkes are a classic version. I recommend giving them a try!

Food writers bestow “hack” or “genius” upon techniques and recipes that are novel and simplified, but I offer another subgenre that is worth your consideration: The “why not?” As in, when making the ...

Latkes are synonymous with Chanukah. Photo credit: wikicommons/Eden Aviv When you think of Chanukah, you think of latkes. The crispy, salty potato treats are perhaps the most well-known Jewish food, ...

Golden, fried latkes may be the traditional food of Hanukkah, but nutritionally they offer little cause for celebration. Classic versions of these savory potato pancakes usually are fried in as much ...

Food writers bestow “hack” or “genius” labels on techniques and recipes that are novel and simplified, but I offer another subgenre worth your consideration: the “why not?” When making the delightful ...