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Aaron Vallance

@1dish4theroad.bsky.social

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Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · Dec 1

With all the new people over here, just thought I'd introduce this piece I was very proud to cowrite with @shahnazahsan.bsky.social. It's a story of two families - one Bangladeshi, one Jewish - united by experience of immigration, racism, kindness and food.👇
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Curry and Kneidlach: A Tale of Two Immigrant Families ( - by Shahnaz Ahsan and Aaron Vallance)

When an unexpected coincidence reveals a remarkable story of two families - one Jewish, one Bengali - united by their experience of immigration, racism, kindness, and food. By Shahnaz Ahsan and Aaron ...

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Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 17h

I do love a crumble. And at this time of year, there's nothing better than a homely apple crumble, laced with cinnamon or nutmeg or in this recipe, marsala wine. Can't wait to try this one from @nigella.bsky.social! 🍎👇

Nigella Lawson @nigella.bsky.social · 18h

There are few things more comforting than a crumble — just as well, then, that #RecipeOfTheDay is this apple and walnut number! www.nigella.com/recipes/appl...

Apple and Walnut Crumble

In How to Eat, I suggested this as a recipe for two. Yes, my portions are always generous, but the thing is, on certain days, we just ate this, the two of us, for supper in its entirety. Or almost: I ...

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Nicola Miller @nicmiller.bsky.social · 1d

What an honor it was to interview @oliahercules.bsky.social and @felicityspector.bsky.social as part of the @burylitfest.bsky.social.

They are magnificent, talented women and you should buy their books.

#Strongroots
#Breadandwar

A black and white phone of the three of us on stage at the town Unitarian meeting place. Olia and I are applauding Felicity who has just read an extract from her book.

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Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 6d

Glad you enjoyed!

Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 7d

Thank you so much for your kind words! 🙏

Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 7d

Thanks so much Nicki. 🙏 x

Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 7d

This attack was done to divide, and the only way to overcome bitterness is for communities to come together, to talk, learn and share, and to embrace our common humanity. That's what makes us strong. My thoughts go to the victims, and their grieving families. May their memory be a blessing.🕯️/5

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Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 7d

At the same time, I hold onto hope. Hope on hearing how non-Jewish passers-by so bravely tried to stop the attacker at the door. Hope on hearing the outpouring of support & concern from all faiths and communities, including kind messages I've received too. Hope that love can always conquer hate. /4

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Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 7d

I grew up in North Manchester's Jewish community. It is supportive and tight-knit, a neighbourhood that nurtured me and gave me my childhood. This horrendous attack has sent shockwaves through its core, through my core. A collective trauma with echoes of those of generations past. /3

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Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 7d

Heaton Park synagogue is just down the road from my family synagogue. I attended a service there just the other month, as my dad and I recited mourning prayers for mum; the congregation were incredibly welcoming. /2

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Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 7d

When I first heard news of the Manchester synagogue attack, my immediate fear was for my dad, aunt and uncle. Once I heard they were safe, and my initial relief subsided, then the true shock and heartbreak set in. /1

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Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 7d

They're fabulous books!

Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 7d

Hope you enjoy!

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Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 7d

Yes, I think it went down well! 🙏

Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 7d

It really is wonderful. Also keeps for days too, and delicious for a midweek lunch. I often throw on some feta.

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Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 8d

Thank you so much, Anna. That's really kind. 🙏 X

Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 12d

It's a regular round ours! Such a fab recipe.

Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 12d

Had my in-laws over and made a double header of wonderful Sami Tamimi dishes - braised eggs with lamb, tahini and sumac (recipe with Ottolenghi in their Jerusalem cookbook) and musaqa'a (with Tara Wigley in Falastin). Two of my favourite all-time recipes! 🍳

Pans of musaqa'a and braised eggs with lamb, tahini and sumac

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Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 14d

My pleasure, Nic! I love ginger and pear combo.

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Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 14d

When my parents first moved into their home, they planted an apple tree in the back garden. Decades later, it's still bearing fruit. Perfect for Rosh Hashanah honey-dipping. And for homemade apple crumble too! 🍎

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Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 14d

These sound pear-fect!..🍐👇

Nicola Miller @nicmiller.bsky.social · Sep 6

There's a recipe for spiced pear and stem ginger cookies in my latest @suffolknews.bsky.social food column. If you're waiting for hard pears to ripen, use them to make these!

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A close-up photo of two golden cookies studded with slices of stem ginger and chunks of pear and sultana on an ombre orange plate.

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Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 18d

Congratulations to Chris! What a fabulous prize! 🎉

Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 19d

First Rosh Hashanah without mum was always going to be a tough one. There are echoes of her everywhere, as well as the spaces where I feel her loss so acutely. But also thankful we could be in Manchester with dad, my sister and family, bringing in new year together. And dad made his honey cake too.

Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 20d

Thanks so much! And to you too!

Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 20d

Thanks so much, Nic! Shana tovah to you all too. 🍎🍯x

Aaron Vallance @1dish4theroad.bsky.social · 20d

Ah, thanks so much. Shana tovah to you both too. X