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Genre: Historical Fiction
Word Count: 100
LOWER EAST SIDE STORY
Sean eyed the pink meat mixed with potatoes and cabbage on his plate. “What’s this? Sure it’s not bacon.”
“Rachel Weinberg at the Kosher butcher shop suggested using this instead. It’s called corned beef.” Mary cut up small pieces for Baby James. “It’s ever so much cheaper than bacon. Rachel says it’s good on a slice of rye bread.”
Sean popped a forkful into his mouth. He savored the salty meat on his tongue and grinned.
With her hands on her hips, Mary arched a thin eyebrow and asked, “Well?”
“A slice of heaven, me bride. A slice of heaven.”
*Who nu? The traditional St. Patrick’s Day fare tht’s delicious all year round has Jewish roots. So Shalom and Begorrah!
And for the fun of it, here’s the LINK to a related story from a few years back. Enjoy the read. 😀
Rochelle Wisoff-Fields-Addicted to Purple 
Nice story Rochelle!
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Thank you, Carol Anne.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I couldn’t help but smile at the “me bride” and the fact there’s a baby, and put two and two together to make five,,
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Dear Neil,
Glad I could make you smile. Why not a baby? 😉
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I always learn so much from your historical fiction 🙂
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Dear Joy,
That makes me happy. 😀 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Better than bacon.
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Most definitely. 😉 Thank you, James.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I love corned beef. My husband doesn’t. But I buy it a lot. :) I’d no idea of its origins, nor about St Patrick’s Day significance. But then I always learn something when I call here.
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Dear Sandra,
It seems that the St. Patrick’s day connection to corned beef is an Irish-American one. We’re both big fans of corned beef here but don’t see eye to eye on the best way to eat it. 😉 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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You always teach me something new, Rochelle. Love the links to the present holiday and history in the mix.
Couldn’t make InLinks take my story from my phone. I’ll have to try again when I’m back at a computer but here’s a sneak peek! https://elmowrites.wordpress.com/2024/03/20/ff-the-target/
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Dear Jen,
This was one history that I didn’t know about until a week ago. Gotta love it. It seems that corned beef and cabbage is an Irish/American tradition.
I can help you with that link if need be.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I had no idea there was a traditional St Patrick’s day meal, never mind that is corned beef! Another interesting fact learned!
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Dear Iain
It’s more or less an Irish American tradition. But it’s definitely a popular one on this side of the pond. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I’ve held St Patrick’s Day celebrations at my pubs for years and I knew nothing of the corned beef connection – it’s always been lamb stew and dumplings for me and my customers!
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Dear Keith,
I’m not surprised. I’m learning that corned beef and cabbage is an American Irish tradition. 😉 Lamb stew and dumplings sounds delightful to me.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Of course, because I’m Irish (and German) I had to try to find more information about the history of corned beef. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/is-corned-beef-really-irish-2839144/
Thanks for the heads-up, Rochelle!
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Dear Lisa,
The stories abound. It does seem that corned beef and cabbage is an American Irish tradition. Thank you for the link.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Rochelle, I enjoyed your story and enjoyed learning that the Irish and the Jewish cultures have multiple parallels with each other via the article at the link. You’re very welcome.
Shalom,
Lisa
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Corned Beef with cheese on toast works for me. Nice story of a new family settling in.
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Dear James,
I guess any way you slice it, corned beef is delicious. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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A couple of great reads, Rochelle!
I’ve eaten at Katz’s many times; the best deli in NY!
Now I’m craving pastrami on rye and a snappy dill!
Great fun!
Peace out –
🕊️
Nancy
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Dear Nancy,
It’s been a while since we’ve been to Katz’s, but my taste buds still jump for joy at the memories. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I love corned beef. Love a good reuben sandwich. Learned the Jewish connection when we lived in north Minneapolis when I was 8-10, Jewish neighborhood, wonderful delicatessen on the corner :) The Irish connection came a bit later, but we enjoy a good corned beef dinner no matter what the holiday 🙂
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Dear Linda,
I have to make corned beef and cabbage on St. Pat’s day. Then the leftovers go as sandwiches. Best of both worlds. 😉 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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It was interesting to find out about the Jewish connection to what is now a St. Patrick’s Day staple throughout the United Stares. I love Corned Beef, cabbage & potatoes as well as a good Corned Beef on Rye.
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Dear Whoever you Are,
I’m always up for sharing Jewish connections. 😉 Thank you for taking the time to read and comment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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There’s nothing better than corned beef (unless it’s pastrami!?). I have to say I think “good on a slice of rye” is an understatement!
I loved the picture of the kosher butcher shot.
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Dear Michael,
A slice of rye, some horseradish (extra hot!) and a side of pickled tomatoes. Thank you for your comments. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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i love corned beef, especially the libby brand. it was a real treat for our family back in the old country. 🙂
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Dear Plaridel,
Glad you stopped by to enjoy. 😉 Interesting that you refer to the Old Country. It’s how my ancestors referred to Eastern Europe…Russia, Poland and Lithuania. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Dear Rochelle,
Who nu indeed? Of course if one would find this stuff out, it would be you! Nicely done. And corned beef is good stuff.
Shalom and lotsa flavourful love,
Dale
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Dear Dale,
You know me. If there’s a Jewish connection, I’m going to share it. 😉 No argument when it comes to corned beef. A slice of heaven indeed. Thank you.
Shalom and lotsa savory hugs,
Rochelle
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Of course. And so you should when you can!
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I enjoy your stories and always learn a thing or two. Happy belated St. Patrick’s day. 🙂
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Dear Brenda,
Happy to share. 😉 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Querida Rochelle,
The twists and turns of the history of foods.
I’ve always associated lamb with Irish people.
I guess all cultures can blend when it comes to food.
Interesing write … once more.
Abrazos y Carino,
Izzy 😎
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Querida Izzy,
Ah, comidas del mundo. ❤ Gracias mi amiga.
Shalom y cariño,
Rochelle
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Corn beef hash… university days… a god send!
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Thank you, whoever you are.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Rochelle, its me, the ministry of Shrawley walks, sorry, computer issues
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Dear Shrawley,
Ah, I take it you’re the corned beef hash commenter. Yes, it is also a favorite iteration of mine. Great with eggs and cheese.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I would have never known. Well done!
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Dear Connie,
I only recently found out myself. 😉 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I love the accents in the telling of the story.
I knew about the roots for some reason. My English and Irish friends say the bacon in America is nowhere near comparable to the bacon back home (neither the butter). Somehow, I discovered the story of how Irish immigrants of long ago also found this to be true, and the corn-beef of their jewish neighbors was a better substitute. Corned beef on St Paddy’s day is an American tradition. I’ve also discovered that what I thought were traditional Italian dishes, like baked ziti, are actually Italian-american, even though my dad who was born and raised in Italy also made them. I guess you make do with what you have. He would go on and on at the table about how the food here was nothing like back home.
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Dear Michele,
The evolution of ethnic food in America is fascinating, isn’t it? Thank you for sharing your insights. And thank you re my storytelling. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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bit confusing, for me.
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Thank you for taking the time anyway, Arora.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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This made me smile! My grandma always made corned beef and cabbage for St. Patrick’s Day.
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Dear Angela,
Always happy to make someone smile. Best compliment. 😀 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Strangely enough I’ve never really marked St Patrick’s day despite my mother’s Irish roots. She was a Hickie and we trace the family back a long way to when the O’Hickie’s were physicians to the old kings of Thomond. We also claim one of us baptised St Patrick himself but that is disputed by some.
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Dear Patrick,
I suppose if you really want to know you can do the Ancestry DNA testing. I did it at my husband’s behest, saying that if it came out any differently than I knew it to be I’d be suspicious. Lo and behold they say I’m 100% Ashkenazi Jew. Duh.
Happy Purim
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Well, I didn’t know.
Thanks Rochelle!
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And now you do. 😉 Thank you, Dawn.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Aw this is a sweet (and salty) story hahaha ok. Bad joke. But I did enjoy reading it!
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Dear Laurie,
Sweet and Salty…I see what you did there. Thank you. 😉
Shalom,
Rochelle
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