The holidays are a special time of year, filled with traditions and memories. Food plays a central role in our holiday celebrations for many of us. It is woven into the fabric of our cultures and customs. Whether it’s a festive feast, a cherished family recipe, or a seasonal treat, food plays a vital role in marking special occasions. From the classic turkey dinner at Thanksgiving to the sweet treats of Christmas, food is a way for us to come together and celebrate. But why do we celebrate the holidays with food? This blog post will delve into the rich tapestry of culinary traditions that connect us across time and place.

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. One of the most meaningful aspects of this time of year is the food we share with family and friends. Food is not just a meal; it’s an experience that connects us with our past, present, and future. But what are the reasons why we celebrate the holidays with food?

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Halloween treats are a way of celebrating the holiday and having fun with costumes, candy, and creativity. At Catering by Michaels, we believe a good Halloween treat is fun, tasty, and in the spirit of the holiday. Treats in Halloween-themed shapes or packaging, such as ghosts, bats, or pumpkins, can add to the festive spirit. And seasonal favorites such as taffy apples can help make your Halloween fun!

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Spring Holiday Catering

With winter (mostly) in our collective rear-view mirrors, it’s time to turn our attention to the renewal of spring! Comfort foods—rich and heavy like a cozy blanket—cede the plate to the fresh promise of new, seasonal flavors.

And like the new season, the spring holidays of Passover and Easter celebrate new beginnings and bring together friends and family around the table.

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Thanksgiving. There is no word that perfectly melds “family,” “friends,” and “food.” It’s a holiday that celebrates togetherness while honoring the plenty of the harvest table. Like many families, our Catering by Michaels family takes pleasure in the traditions surrounding the holiday. Through traditions, we enrich our connections to those who mean so much to us.

Our Delivery Event Coordinators wanted to share a few of their time-honored observances that make Thanksgiving Thanksgiving!

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The Jewish New Year traditionally kicks off in Fall with Rosh Hashanah, which translates from Hebrew to “Head of the New Year.” Marking the anniversary of the creation of Adam and Eve, Rosh Hashanah comprises the first two days of a 10-day period of prayer, repentance, and charity in Judaism.

The holiday takes place at the beginning of the Hebrew month of Tishrei. Because the Hebrew calendar measures months based on the lunar cycle and years in correspondence to the solar cycle, the celebrations slide around on the secular calendar but usually occur between September and October.

This year (2022) it will start on September 25 at sundown and concludes Tuesday, September 27 at sundown..

Rosh Hashanah serves as the first of the “Ten Days of Repentance”, which marks man’s first sin and his repentance. The Ten Days of Repentance begin with Rosh Hashanah and end in celebration with Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement.

Some of the customs that take place during Rosh Hashanah include:

• Sounding the shofar, which is to alert listeners of the coming judgment
• Eating a round challah, which symbolizes the circle of life
• Eating apples dipped in honey to usher in a sweet New Year
• Eating of pomegranate to bring a year full of mitzvot and good deeds

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