Passover or Pesach

Chocolate & Plain Matzo

Hand Made fresh for Passover

Passover, also known as Pesach in Hebrew, is a holiday that commemorates the freedom of the Jewish people from Egyptian enslavement over one thousand years ago.

At Los Bagels, we celebrate this important holiday by offering a selection of traditional Passover foods, such as Matzo and Macaroons. We also have a wide variety of Seder plates, made from glass, ceramic, aluminum, and melamine, to choose from. Additionally, we have copies of the Haggadah, the book that provides the script for the Passover Seder, which is an essential part of the holiday celebration.

Come visit us at Los Bagels and let us help you prepare for your Passover feast with friends and family.

Purim

Founder Dennis Rael’s mother, Paula Rael use to make Hamantaschen’s from an old family recipe and are still made at Los Bagels today.

Hamataschen are eaten during the Jewish holiday Purim. Purim is celebrated in early spring in honor of Queen Esther and her uncle Mordecai. Together they saved the Jewish people from King Ahasuerus’ evil chief adviser Haman. Purim reminds all people to have courage and always help one another. The Hamantaschen are triangular to symbolize Haman’s hat.

At Los Bagels, we celebrate Purim with our apricot, prune, and poppy seed Hamantaschen’s.

Annual Anniversary

Since March 1, 1984 Los Bagels has provided freshly baked organic bagels, high quality espresso, and a unique blend of Jewish and Mexican pastries.

Being in business for three generations has allowed Los Bagels to work very hard at evolving and adjusting to new changes in response to the different eras. An integral part of our success is giving back to the community and enjoying community members, students, friends, and family to celebrate years to come.

Today, Los Bagels has 3 retail locations, a thriving wholesale business, and ships bagels all over the country thanks to its team of 50+ Employees and five partners: Eddie Blakeslee, Dennis Rael, Peter Jermyn, Travis May, and John Monahan.

At Los Bagels we celebrate our Annual Anniversary for the entire month of March. To share out excitement we offer deals, specials, customer raffles, and much more!

Rosca de Reyes

A Rosca de Reyes (sometimes called a Rascón de Reyes) is a rich, sweet, wreath-shaped bread decorated with dried fruit, and traditionally containing a bean or doll representing the baby Jesus. The tradition is the person who get the slice of bread with the baby hosts the party for friends and family on February 2. In Mexico, it’s celebrated with tamales. It is traditionally served in Spain and Mexico at the feast of Epiphany or "Three Kings Day) on January 6.

Special order your Rosca at Los Bagels to celebrate!

Chanukkah

Chanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a joyous holiday celebrated by lighting candles on a menorah for eight days. The holiday commemorates the Jewish people's fight for religious freedom and the miracle of the Eternal Light, which burned for eight days despite only having enough oil for one. During Chanukkah, people sing songs, exchange gifts, play dreidel games, and enjoy special foods such as latkes.

Los Bagels celebrates this special time of year with a variety of delicious treats, from Rugalah to Chanukkah cookies. We also have a wide selection of menorahs, candles, and dreidels for all your holiday needs. Kids can ask for a free dreidel at the counter, and we offer discounts for teachers. Don't forget to check out our one-of-a-kind Chanukkah Papel Picado – a must-have for any celebration!

Dia de los Muertos

Día de Los Muertos, also known as Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday that celebrates the lives of loved ones who have passed away. This colorful and vibrant holiday takes place on November 1st and 2nd, coinciding with the Catholic holidays of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day.

Día de Los Muertos originated in Mexico, but it has since been embraced by other countries around the world. It is a time for families and friends to come together to remember and honor their deceased loved ones.

One of the most iconic symbols of Día de Los Muertos is the calavera, a decorative skull made from sugar or clay. Calaveras are often decorated with vibrant colors, intricate designs, and even sparkles. They are used as decorations for altars and gravesites, as well as in art and crafts.

Another important aspect of Día de Los Muertos is the ofrenda, or altar. Ofrendas are decorated with candles, flowers, food, and other items that were meaningful to the deceased. They serve as a way to invite the deceased back to the land of the living, and to offer them comfort and sustenance during their brief return.

Día de Los Muertos is a time of celebration and joy, despite its focus on death. It is a reminder that death is a natural part of life, and that it should not be feared. Instead, it is a time to remember and honor the lives of those who have passed on, and to celebrate the connections that continue to bind us together, even after death.

Overall, Día de Los Muertos is a unique and beautiful holiday that blends elements of indigenous Mexican culture with Catholic traditions. It is a time of remembering and honoring the deceased, and of celebrating the continuation of life.

Rosh Hashanah

In Hebrew, Rosh Hashanah means “first of the year”. Rosh Hashanah is commonly known as the Jewish New Year. The Jewish New Year is a time to begin introspection, looking back at the mistakes of the past year and planning the changes to make in the new year. The traditional Hebrew greeting on Rosh Hashanah is “Shanah tova” for “a good year”, or “Shanah tova u’metuka” for “a good and sweet year”.

Rosh Hashanah is often celebrated with apples and honey to symbolize a sweet new year. Typically, Challah bread is served to symbolize the cycle of the year and the universal hope for an abundant year of peace and goodness in life.

At Los Bagels we make a special Round Braided Challah. Make sure to special order yours!