In recent times, elaborate hoaxes have been concocted to celebrate April Fools’ Day. Newspapers, TV shows, and websites have all participated in one way or another in an effort to fool their audiences. But why exactly do we celebrate this… Read More
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Must Eat Favorite Dishes and Treats When Visiting Portugal
After decades of going under the radar compared to Italy and France, Portugal’s food is finally having its chance to shine. The cuisine here reflects its former status as a sea power – seafood is very commonly used. Further inland,… Read More
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St. Patrick’s Day Traditions from Around the World
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! This holiday was originally established to celebrate the life of St. Patrick, who is said to have brought Christianity to the Irish isles. Today, there are still many pious Christians who mark the occasion with solemn… Read More
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St. Patrick’s Day Traditions from Around the World
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! This holiday was originally established to celebrate the life of St. Patrick, who is said to have brought Christianity to the Irish isles. Today, there are still many pious Christians who mark the occasion with solemn… Read More
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Stories from the Bell Tower of Notre Dame Cathedral
The Notre Dame Cathedral is one of the most famous monuments in all of France. Built over the span of 200 years in the Middle Ages, the Cathedral became a symbol of Paris and the most visited site in the… Read More
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The Colosseum – Enduring Symbol of the Roman Empire
While ruins from ancient Rome dot the city, none are perhaps as iconic as the Colosseum. The Colosseum, despite its age and advancements in engineering technology, still holds the record as the largest amphitheater in the world. Seating somewhere between… Read More
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The History of England’s Famous Fish and Chips
Nothing in British cuisine is as iconic as the fish and chips meal. Fresh out of the frier and served with mushy peas in old newspaper, fish and chips came from humble origins to become England’s national dish. And with… Read More
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The Art of Dutch Clog Making
Clogs, or wooden shoes, have been used by many different cultures since the Medieval period. In Japan, clogs known as geta are still in use as part of traditional kimono dress. In some parts of rural Spain, albarcas are still… Read More
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What’s for Breakfast? Unique and Popular Breakfasts from Around the World
When it comes to breakfast foods, there are countless dishes all over the world that people eat to greet the day. In America, breakfast can be as simple as a bowl of cereal or oatmeal – or as complex as… Read More
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The World of Irish Distilleries
According to historians, whiskey production in Ireland dates back to at least the 12th century CE, when the distillation process was brought up from southern Europe. Since then, Irish whiskey has been recognized around the world for its quality. Irish… Read More