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Random “Candy” - Rugelach

Rugelach (”creeping vine”): a traditional Yiddish pastry that I tried in Jerusalem on the recommendation of my tour guide. The popular bakery had rows and rows of these delicious, rich, chocolate filled croissant-like pastries. They’re a little more dense and oily than croissants (and I mean that in a very, very good way!) and were extremely tasty. I believe the dough had some cream cheese in it, which might explain the thicker density. I don’t have any links to purchase these, but I do have a link to a recipe: if you make it let me know how it turns out!

Quick Thoughts on Israel and India

After Syria and a quick detour to Lebanon (to be written about later!) I met up Kate, a friend from college, and attempted to get into Israel.  I very nearly failed.  To future travelers: going to Syria and Lebanon before Israel is really asking for a hassle at the border… but at least they do finally let you in, as opposed to doing it in the other direction! (more…)