A cross between a cookie and a scone, Soul Cakes are small round spice biscuits that date all the way back to pre-Christian times. Traditionally, they are made with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice and marked with a cross of raisins or currants. The exact origin of these cakes is foggy, some say they may have been baked by Druids and used during rituals. Others suggest that Celts may have simply used them as a treat for roaming spirits ... Read the Post...
Tortilla Espanola Recipe + Origin
Tortilla Española (Spanish tortilla), tortilla de patatas or tortilla de papas(both translate to tortilla of potatoes) is one of Spain's essential dishes and while it slightly varies by region, the heart of it remains the same: simple and naturally flavorful. Uncomplicated and with a large crowd appeal, I like to think of it as the cousin to the Italian frittata. One of my favorite things about Spanish cuisine is simple, easy to find ingredients. ... Read the Post...
Festa Mejor de Gracia – A Party in the Name of Community
Every August, a kaleidoscope of color and culture come together to take over the narrow village streets of Barcelona's barrio de Gracia. Residents from all walks of life team up to decorate the neighborhood from head to toe in celebration of their community. Festa Mejor de Gracia is one of Barcelona's most meaningful festivals and is centered around community and genuine love between neighbors. Because Gracia wasn't annexed by Barcelona until ... Read the Post...
The Symbolic End of The Romanovs 101 Years Later
L-R: Grand Duchesses Maria, Tatiana, Olga and Anastasia. Tsarina Alexandra, Tsar Nicholas, Tsarevich Alexei Today, July 16, marks 101 years since Tsar Nicholas II, Tsarina Alexandra Feoderovna along with their five children were executed at the hands of the Bolsheviks. Tsar Nicholas was the last leader of Imperial Russia which ultimately landed The Romanovs right at the top of Lenin's list of People to Kill ASAP. Eight months before their ... Read the Post...
