Are they hamantaschen, oznei Haman, or orejas de Haman? Are they supposed to represent Haman’s hat, ears or pockets? Who cares! These little triangles of deliciousness are a highlight of Purim, and local bakeries, restaurants and grocers are rolling out special offerings for the holiday, which starts at nightfall on March 13. Whether you’re a fan of classic flavors like poppyseed and prune or prefer modern twists like chocolate and blackberry, there’s something for everyone — even if your Purim celebrations include maamoul or palmiers instead.
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Amy’s Jewish Kitchen — This small home kitchen is run by Amy Fischer Smith, who is offering hamantaschen in apricot, strawberry, prune, poppy seed and Nutella flavors. $18 for a box of six. Order online for pick up at Amy’s private residence in Lafayette, exact address provided with order.
Arsicault Bakery — In France, Jews enjoy palmiers for Purim. These cookies are made from laminated dough coated in sugar, then rolled up together to resemble Haman’s ears. Arsicault Bakery has palmiers available in store at the McAllister location. $5 each. 87 McAllister St. San Francisco.
As Kneaded Bakery — For the first time As Kneaded Bakery is offering hamantaschen at its storefront March 12-16 and at its weekend farmers markets. The three filling choices are: raspberry jam, apricot jam or poppyseed filling. 4 for $13, or 12 (4 of each flavor) for $36. 585 Victoria Court, San Leandro.
Cinderella Russian Bakery — Prune, apricot, raspberry, poppyseed, cherry and apple cinnamon hamantaschen flavors are available for pickup or delivery. $3 each. 436 Balboa St., San Francisco.
Copenhagen Bakery & Cafe — Apricot, cherry and prune hamantaschen flavors are available for pickup or delivery. $4.50 each. 1216 Burlingame Ave., Burlingame.
Grand Bakery — Kosher cherry, apricot, prune and poppy hamantaschen are available at the following stores: Andronico’s Community Markets, 1550 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, 1850 Solano Ave., Berkeley, 1200 Irving St., S.F., and 375 32nd Ave., S.F.; Berkeley Bowl, 2020 Oregon St., Berkeley, and 920 Heinz Ave., Berkeley; Hummus Bodega, 5549 Geary Blvd., S.F.; Mulberry’s Market, 335 Highland Ave., Piedmont; Piedmont Grocery Co., 4038 Piedmont Ave., Oakland; Rocky’s Market, 1440 Leimert Blvd., Oakland; Star Grocery, 3068 Claremont Ave., Berkeley; Village Market, 5885 Broadway Terrace, Oakland; and most of the nine Bay Area locations of Mollie Stone’s Market. A box of six assorted flavors also can be purchased directly from Grand Bakery for $9.99 by emailing [email protected].
David’s Bagels — Hamantaschen in Granny Smith apple, sweet raspberry, cherry and apricot flavors are available. Order in person or online for pick up or delivery. $5 each. 1926 Palmetto Ave, Pacifica
Grossman’s Noshery and Bar — Blackberry thyme and apricot poppyseed hamantaschen flavors are available for pick up or take out. $2.50 each. 308 Wilson St., Santa Rosa.
LeVant Dessert — Maamoul means “filled” in Arabic, and these cookies are popular Purim treats for Jews of Syrian, Lebanese and Egyptian descent. LeVant Dessert has regular and bite-size maamoul cookies with date, pistachio or walnut fillings available for preorder. $3 per regular cookie or $36 for one dozen; $30 for 24 bite-size cookies. 842 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park.
Loquat — Hamantaschen in apricot, poppyseed-walnut and chocolate-hazelnut flavors are available for pickup. Individual cookies are available in-store, and assorted boxes of a dozen are available for preorder online. $4 each, $40 per box. 198 Gough St., San Francisco.
Market Hall Foods — Apricot, raspberry and Nutella hamantaschen from the Market Hall bakery are available in store. $1.75 each. 5655 College Ave., Suite 315A, Oakland.
Moscow and Tbilisi Bakery — Apricot and poppyseed “triangle pastries” are available for pickup or delivery. $3.81 each. 5540 Geary Blvd., San Francisco.
Pomella — Pecan, apricot and chocolate flavors are available for preorder, with pickup March 13-16. Limited quantities also available in the store. 3770 Piedmont Ave., Unit B, Oakland.
Saul’s Restaurant & Delicatessen — This Berkeley deli has hamantaschen in apricot, poppy, strawberry and double-chocolate flavors for pickup. $2.95 each. 1475 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley.
Sweet Diplomacy — Boxes of six kosher, gluten-free, dairy-free and nut-free hamantaschen in assorted flavors of chocolate, poppy seed and orange flavors. Order at least one business day in advance. $24. 209 First St., Los Altos.