


German Sweets for the Holidays and Beyond
No matter whether it's the holiday season, there's alway time to make--and eat--great German cookies.

Little Book of Jewish Sweets
This February is the celebration of Purim, the Jewish holiday honoring Queen Esther of Persia who in 5th century BCE stopped the massacre of the Hebrew population by acknowledging […]

Dealing with Winter Gloom? Instant Mood-Lift Dishes from Lithuanian Kitchens
Find comfort during these trying times by trying several classic dishes from Lithuania. All are easy to make and sure to please.

Livestream the Opening of the Holy Door in Spain’s Santiago de Compostela; tomorrow on the Eve of the Jacobean New Year.
Not able to be in UNESCO World Heritage City of Santiago de Compostela for New Year’s Eve? Then celebrate Xacobeo 2021 bt livestreaming the opening of the city’s splendid Holy […]

SouthWest Germany’s Christmas Markets
The Christmas markets in SouthWest Germany are particularly charming as they are often nestled in small towns with cobblestone streets and half-timbered buildings, palace courtyards while former cloisters also provide […]

Wrap Up Your Holiday Shopping With These Budget-Friendly Travel Gifts
Lisa Walker, whose blog Neighborhood Sprout is designed to inspire her readers to put time and energy into their homes, is guest blogging today with ideas for the perfect budget […]

From Zürich to Lugano in Under Two Hours: From Winter to Time in the Mediterranean Sun on Lake Lugano
Lugano, the largest town in Ticino, is located in the very heart of breathtaking mountain and lake landscapes, and offers year-round a fascinating mix of culture, cuisine and Mediterranean joie de vivre; plus also has some news for the cold season.

Learn Bread Baking with Parisian Baker Apollonia Poilâne
The Poilâne Bakery, founded in 1932 and famed for their wonderful breads, continues to be located at their flagship store at 8 rue du Cherche Midi in the 6th arrondissement […]

In the Heart of France’s Loire Valley: A Weekend in Cher Valley
One of the most famous châteaux in all of France – as well as the world – Château de Chenonceau is unique not only due to it being an architectural marvel, but also thanks to its legacy as the “Château des Dames.”