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You Know You’re Addicted to Blogging When…

by Ariela Pelaia · May 25th, 2007
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You know you’re addicted to blogging when, despite spending much time on your own site, you jump at the opportunity to also blog on someone else’s. That is my story, and this first post on JCarrot is an introduction of sorts - which is another way of saying that Leah asked me to write a little about myself and my mind promptly went blank. Ahem.

Rolling Down the DuneMy name is Ariela and I’ve been writing about food on my blog, Baking and Books, since September ‘06. For me, food has been a tremendous means of exploration. I’ve learned about my family’s history by speaking with my grandmother and researching dishes she grew up with in Mexico City, and about other cultures as I’ve delved into their recipes and the stories behind them. I have a Masters degree in Jewish Studies from Columbia University and am currently a graduate student at the Jewish Theological Seminary, so it should come as no surprise that Jewish cuisine is a particular fascination of mine. From honey-vanilla challah to Transylvanian Pongyolas Alma to making pita in the desert, food has transformed the way I look at Judaism and Jewish culture. I hope you will join me on that journey as I share new recipes and bits of culinary history here on JCarrot.org. I’m thrilled to be joining Hazon’s community and look forward to learning more about you in the comments!

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9 Responses to “You Know You’re Addicted to Blogging When…”

  1. RuthL Says:
    May 27th, 2007 at 1:00 am

    Hi,
    Just wanted to give you a big welcome. I am so looking forward to your blogs. History and food, what a great combination.

  2. Katie Says:
    May 28th, 2007 at 5:51 pm

    Hi, Ariela! I read your regular blog and am excited to follow this one now, too! I am excited that you have this opportunity to officially combine Judaism, food, and blogging — it is so cool! See you in August. :o)

  3. Leah Koenig Says:
    May 28th, 2007 at 8:22 pm

    Welcome Ariela! I’m so glad to have your voice on Jcarrot.

    Readers - if you haven’t yet checked out Ariela’s other blog, http://www.bakingandbooks.com, take a look! It offers a great combination of personal story, delicious recipes, interesting reviews and interviews and beautiful food photography.

  4. Daniella Halstuch Says:
    May 29th, 2007 at 12:36 pm

    Your challah recipe sounds amazing. I may give it a shot this weekend but to make it parve I think I’ll use soy milk instead. Will it still come out ok?

  5. Ariela Pelaia Says:
    May 29th, 2007 at 1:10 pm

    Ruth L - Thanks so much! I’m really looking forward to blogging here, stay tuned. :)

    Katie - Hey you! I know, I totally lucked out eh? Looking forward to seeing you in August!

    Leah - Aw shucks Leah, you are too kind. Thank you for the warm welcome.

    Daniella - I haven’t used soy milk before but I don’t think it would be a problem to substitute it. By all means, experiment and let me know how the challah turns out! :)

  6. Sophie Says:
    June 7th, 2007 at 10:51 am

    I am a frequent visitor to your blog, bakingandbooks.com Since I always enjoy your entries there,I am anxiously awaiting your next blog at this new site.

  7. savory_fan Says:
    July 13th, 2007 at 1:15 am

    Hi! I love your bakingandbooks blog and love this bloge also.Hope to read here a lot of very interesting articles.

  8. Suzzie Says:
    February 8th, 2008 at 11:04 am

    Hi Aiela : I came across you site by doing searching for some family history..food and culture are interesting part of my life.. I would like to talk to you more if your are willing to getting touch with me at 1pelaia@gmail.com
    I was born in Southern Italy I am a Pelaia by birth and live in Canada. Would love to hear from you , as I know there is alot of Pelaia’s out there .. have a great day.. ciao

  9. Mari-Estelle (Pelaia) Marcus Says:
    May 16th, 2008 at 10:05 pm

    Hello Suzzie: I too am a Pelaia by birth and live in Michigan. I agree that there are quite a few Pelaia’s both in the US, Canada and Italy. Certainly some of us, somewhere, must be related. I can tell you that my family members are in Georgia, Florida, New York and Texas. I would love to know if any other Pelaia’s are related. My Pelaia’s are from Serra San Bruno, Calabria, Italy. If you care to write back, that would be nice. Email: flmolly123@yahoo.com

    Sincerely,
    Mari-Estelle

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