Let's discover the daily traditions here in Spain! We’re going to learn about afternoon siestas, long chats at the table called sobremesa, afternoon snacks called las meriendas, and late dinners.
Diving into foods commonly found in Spain, I reflect on how they are made, where they come from, how they are served and the important role that this plays in the Spanish culture.
This week, we took a bus trip to a local samurai village called Kakonodate. We dove into the history of the town, and learned a little more about Iaido and samurai culture in Japan!
This week I highlight a popular local breakfast food: Cantonese congee. I also introduce you to one snack that many visitors will buy and bring back home to share a taste from Kinmen.
I have experienced many Colombian traditions and holidays, but the rituals and practices making up every day life have impacted me the most. Let's learn about the culture of generosity in Colombia.
In this article, I discuss the ají plant and its importance to Colombia. There is so much to learn about this plant and how it manages to deliver the yummiest peppers in the region!