t’s the first night of Hanukkah — the Jewish festival of lights — and what better way to celebrate the festivities than by some delicious dishes and kosher treats from Vancouver Chef @chefmenajem and @thelazygourmet founder Susan Mendelson?

In a new article for @stirvancouver, Editorial Director Gail Johnson details the culinary traditions that surround Hanukkah, which runs from December 10 through 18. The Lazy Gourmet’s Chanukah Gift Boxes contain items like latkes with sour cream and house-made spiced apple sauce, pastry chef Rebecca Rancier’s dreidel cookies, mini donuts and more.

Because who among us doesn’t LOVE The Breakfast Club? Whether you relate more to Judd, Emilio, Molly, Anthony or Ally — just, please no, not to assistant principal Vernon — here’s to a great cause we’re happy to help get the word out about during this giving season: @bcmilk ’s ‘Wake Up to the Best’ campaign, which directly benefits @breakfastclubcanada. From now until December 28 the promotion will donate one meal to the Breakfast Club of Canada for every purchase of a featured breakfast item from participating restaurants across BC.

Nothing better during the holiday season than giving a little while getting something in return. In this case, warm feelings that you’re supporting youth who face barriers to employment opportunities by giving them a chance to gain valuable training and confidence in the workplace.

To that end, check out @social_ crust’s latest Holiday Treat Box. Each box includes an array of made-from-scratch sweets like Mixed Spiced Nuts, Butter Tarts, Fennel Seed + Lemon Zest Shortbread, Chocolate Crackle Cookies, Gingerbread People, and an assortment of Teas all packaged and ready to go for only $15 until December 18.