Recipe
Where are my recipes from?
Thailand.
What are they?
A kiddush cup and an elephant stuffy.
How did I get my first name?
My parents wanted a name that had the same sound as my Hebrew name which they had already chosen.
How am I related to this family member?
He is my Zaida.
What are the main places that I am from?
Thailand and Canada.
What are they?
Pad See Ew.
How long have I had my personal artifact for?
8 years.
How did my last name change?
Russian officials changed it from Helfand to Gelfand.
How old was this family member when I was born?
83.
Why did my Zaida migrate to Vancouver?
Business opportunities.
When do you eat it?
At home everyday.
Why did I get my personal artifact?
At 3 years old I was rewarded with a stuffy for sleeping by my self.
In Thai, what does my middle name mean?
An illuminating presence radiating goodness from within.
Where and when was this family member born?
Winnipeg, 1931.
What were the main push factors for my paternal side?
Antisemitism.
Who’s recipe are they from?
My Khun Yai (Maternal Grandma).
Where is the family’s artifact from?
South Africa.
Who was I named after?
My great grandmother נחמה.
Where has this family member lived/moved?
Winnipeg to Vancouver.
What was the pull factor for my Zaida?
Better climate.
What are the main ingredients for the 2nd recipe?
Noodles, your choice of meat or egg and Chinese kale.
How long have I had my family’s artifact for and what is it used for?
72 years and for Shabbat dinner.
What does my name mean in Hebrew?
Calm and comfort.
What schools did this family member go to?
Talmud Torah in Winnipeg.
What year did my paternal great grandpa arrive in Winnipeg?
1910.