Question:
Can you eat or drink after shkiah before lighting Chanukah candles? Thank you
Answer:
You should not eat a bread meal, or an eggs worth of cake etc. before lighting the candles, however a (non alchoholic) drink or eating something that isn’t considered a “meal” is permitted.
Best wishes
Sources:
Magen Avrohom 672-5, M:B 431-6.
