Eating Garlic on Friday Night
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Question
Is it true that there is a significance to eating garlic on Friday night?
Answer
Indeed, there is significance, and it is one of the enactments established by Ezra. It should be eaten roasted [and one should avoid eating raw garlic].
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 282, Se'if 1) Mishnah Berurah (Se'if Katan 1). See also Yoma (18.) Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 608, Se'if 4).
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