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Welcome to At Home with Peppelah! I’m a mom, home cook, and storyteller, sharing easy recipes and real-life moments.

I’m all about creating connection through food, family, and a little chaos. Join me as I cook, reflect, and bring my table to yours. Please reach out to me directly with any questions you may have via email at [email protected] comments and dms get lost and we hate missing you

01/21/2025

Boker Tov friends☀️ Here's a little reminder-no matter our backgrounds, beliefs, or what we’ve been through, we can always find common ground.

It’s so easy to feel divided in a world that’s constantly pulling us apart. But deep down, I truly believe we all want to feel seen, heard, and connected. What if we focused on listening more? On being kinder, even when it’s hard? On giving each other the benefit of the doubt?

We may not always agree, but that doesn’t mean we can’t walk forward together. The world is complicated, and people make mistakes—but compassion and understanding can help us move through the hardest moments.

Here’s to choosing hope, connection, and a little more kindness today. Let’s build something beautiful together.

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01/20/2025

These would be the last baby bump photos I’d take before being diagnosed with breast cancer.

At the time, I had a lump in my breast that my doctor assured me was ‘just an abscess in a milk duct.’ I believed them because I was only 31 years old and pregnant—breast cancer at that age seemed so unlikely. I wore two bras to compress my breasts and using heating pads like they asked me to. I told myself it was nothing to worry about. But I was pregnant—with cancer.

Looking back at these photos now, I see so much more than my baby bump. I see a moment frozen in time—before everything changed. Before I became a mom fighting for her life.

If you’ve ever been told ‘it’s nothing,’ or felt like your concerns weren’t taken seriously, you’re not alone. Sometimes, we know our bodies better than anyone else.

I also want to share something that’s especially close to my heart: Ashkenazi Jewish women are at a higher risk of developing breast cancer, particularly if they carry the BRCA gene mutation. If you have Ashkenazi Jewish heritage, like I do, I gently encourage you to consider genetic testing—it’s an empowering step that could save your life. Of course, it’s a deeply personal decision, and whatever you choose, I understand completely. I got the genetic testing and it all came back negative. It was frustrating not going to lie.

This is the start of my story, and I’m excited (and nervous!) to finally share it with you. I’ll be posting regularly about my journey—everything from this early moment to where I am now. I hope it helps others feel less alone, and I’d love for you to follow along.”

01/17/2025

Big Changes for Peppelah Challah💗

Hi friends, I’ve got some exciting updates to share about Peppelah Challah and the next chapter of my journey.

When I first started Peppelah Challah during the pandemic, I never could have imagined how much it would change my life. What began as a way to heal and rebuild after my breast cancer diagnosis turned into something so much more—a chance to create, connect, and find joy through baking.

After moving into our new home this summer, I’ve been reflecting on what’s most important to me. I’ve realized that while I still love baking, my priorities have shifted. Right now, I want to focus more on my boys, who are growing up so fast. Being able to adjust my schedule and be there for them has always been at the heart of why I do what I do.

I’m also feeling inspired to share my story in a new way. I want to talk more about Jewish food and traditions, my journey through cancer, and the many ways we find meaning and connection through the ups and downs of life.

While Peppelah Challah won’t be taking regular orders for now, I’ll still be baking for special occasions and custom requests—and for my kids’ Jewish day school, which brings me so much joy! Be sure to look out for holiday pop ups!! 👀

I’m excited to spend more time connecting with you on social media, sharing stories, recipes, and reflections. This isn’t the end; it’s just the next chapter.

Thank you for being part of my journey. Your support has meant the world to me, and I can’t wait to see where this next step takes us.

With love and gratitude,
Pepper

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12/31/2024

Wishing you all a Happy New Year and a Happy Chanukah, friends! 🕎 🥳 Let's welcome the light of 2025 and pray that this is the year our loved ones come home. 🎗️

12/30/2024

Happy Hanukkah on this fifth night! May it fill your heart with light and peace. Is anyone else’s home already filled with the delicious aroma of latkes?

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12/29/2024

Night four- Each flame represents not only a miracle from the past but also hope for the future—hope that those in captivity will soon find their way back to home. As the prayers are spoken, there is a shared sense of resolve and unity, a collective yearning for peace and the safe return of loved ones. This night, like each one during Hanukkah, is a reminder of resilience and the power of faith to illuminate even the darkest times.🕎🎗️ chag chaunkah sameach and shavua tov friends.

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12/28/2024

This day held great significance during an incredibly challenging period in my life. I had just welcomed a baby, while my cancer had mutated and spread, necessitating emergency surgery for a double mastectomy. The prognosis for radiation wasn't promising, and we had also lost our beloved father, of blesses memory. It was overwhelming, but I rang that bell and here I am, six years later, Baruch Hashem. Life moves so fast, I treasure each day. Reflecting on my journey, I recognize this version of myself, and witnessing how far we've all come is truly remarkable. Thank you to everyone in my life that has stood by me, I am so blessed to have such great support from you all (you know who you are)💖

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12/28/2024

Night 3 we definitely brought in all the light tonight 🕯️🤲🏼🕯️Shabbat Shalom and Chag Chanukah Sameach! 🕎

the second photo has soooo much in it I am literally building a collection.

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12/26/2024

Wishing everyone a joyful second night of Chanukah. This evening, we light candles for Kfir, an infant, and Ariel Bibas, a toddler, who were kidnapped October 7th by Hamas and are still being held hostage in Gaza. The shamash shines in yellow for all of those still being held hostage, while the two red candles symbolize the beautiful red hair of those sweet babies. May they come back safely and quickly. 🕎🎗️💔 🇮🇱

Artist credit: Andreas Fagerbakke

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12/26/2024

Happy Chanukah and Merry Christmas from our mishpacha to yours🕎🎄🎗️

12/06/2024

Shabbat Shalom from this chill girl who loves challah

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11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving 🍁🦃🍽

11/25/2024

We're excited to share that we're now accepting holiday orders! ⬇️Details below⬇️
•All shipments will be sent out on Friday, December 20, with an anticipated delivery by December 24.
•Local pick-up will be available at Havana Phil's on Monday, December 23, from 1 PM to 7 PM.
⚠️PLEASE NOTE⚠️ the deadline to place your order is Wednesday, December 18. Spots are limited this year, so make sure to secure yours soon! We can't wait to help make your holidays extra special!

Order now➡️ Peppelahchallah.com

11/15/2024

💙Shabbat reflections💙 at this point, I am truly exhausted by all the antisemitism that surrounds us. Words can't fully capture the pain I feel. In fact, expressing my hurt seems ridiculous at this point, because who's listening? Additionally, I feel it's very important for everyone to accept the US election results; we must focus on what we can control while accepting what we cannot change. I hope many take the time for serious reflections on how we can be better to each other and unite. Don't stop talking about the hostages 🎗️ Wishing you a peaceful and restorative weekend. Shabbat Shalom 🕯️🤲🏼🕯️

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11/08/2024

I had a lovely photo of my challah and an entire post planned about how, with the election behind us, we might finally bring the hostages home. However, after last night's pogrom (attack) on Jewish people in Amsterdam, I find myself once more feeling hardened by the world's silence. When will our lives truly matter to the world? One thing is for sure, we will always have each other and we will never hide our Jewish joy no matter how hard you try to break us. Pictured is the raw photo of my challah 🎗️we aren't asking anymore!

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⬇️Recipe⬇️ #matzahchallenge Ingredients 3 pieces of matzah 2 sticks of unsalted butter 1 cup of packed brown sugar One 12 oz bag of Ghirardelli white chocolate chips Crushed roasted, salted, pistachios- as much as you want Procedure Line a sheet tray with aluminum Place matzah corner to corner of the pan leaving no space, breaking piece to make them fit. Melt butter and sugar stirring constantly, bring to a boil, still stirring, once it gets foamy and a shade darker pull it off the heat and spread all over the matzah. Pop it in an oven at 350 F and bake until nice and bubbly, pour the entire bag of choco chips on top of the toffee, as it melts spread out evenly. Top with crushed pistachios (or anything you want), pop in the fridge for about 2 hours, cut and serve! _ #passover #pesach #matzahtoffee #matzahcrack #whitecholatepistachio #whitechocolate #pistachio #matzah #matzahtime #chagpesachsameach #chagsameach #jewishfood #jewishholidays #jewishholiday #pesach

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