Place for Lighting Candles for Guests
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Question
We are going to have a Friday night meal at relatives' house, where should I light the candles?
Answer
Shalom Rav,
According to the Sephardic custom, one does not recite a blessing over lighting candles in a house where candles have already been lit. It is preferable to light at home and remain there to enjoy the candles, or to return while the candles are still burning, and it is good to eat something near the candles.
According to the Ashkenazi custom, it is better to light at the place of the meal. However, if it is difficult to reach the hosts before candle lighting, or for another reason, light at home and follow the aforementioned instructions.