Mr. Scheft explained, "The dough we're going to make is brioche light" a buttery challah hybrid that lends itself beautifully to babka.

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Sit by the fireplace or near the windows with icicle-tinged trees and try not to eat all the cheesy pretzel-challah bread so you will have room for their classic Beef Wellington and buttery poached lobster.

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