Halloween in the United States. An absolute freaky frenzy for kids… and adults! Stores are obviously more than happy to hop onto the commercial bandwagon, but do you think any of these retailers would be able to tell the history behind this somewhat strange celebration? Would you?
Month: October 2015
Stop! Pumpkin time. You can’t carve this…
In the United States, the Jack-o’-lantern is one of the most ubiquitous and fun-filled traditions when October rolls around. Kids cannot rightfully pass the Halloween season without getting their hands messy carving up the biggest local pumpkins. And thankfully, that doesn’t much change come adulthood either.
The time I was taught how to make Tamales in the slums of Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Tamales. A traditional Mesoamerican dish that comes in all shapes and sizes, filled with whatever tickles your fancy. A popular street food snack from Central America to the southern parts of South America. But do you have any idea what it takes to actually make these delights in a leaf?
Share Houses in Melbourne: sharing finances or fun?
Are you used to living on your own? Love to have your own little domain with your own little things, all to yourself? Tough luck if you ever decide to move to Melbourne. Unless you are a millionaire, or willing to spend your life savings on ridiculously over-priced apartments, you will be getting one or […]
The Great Ocean Road: sunshine, selfies, and many stops
Australia, the country where being stuck in an office is truly a punishment. So much amazing nature around, it is simply impossible to fight the urge to go ‘walk about’. Or… drive about in this case. Just ‘around the corner’ from Melbourne, this scenic route makes for one hell of a road trip!
Marvelous Melbourne: Two days of shuttling through the city
Whenever I have a free weekend, I try to make the most of it. More so when the sun shines. After two months of hibernation, it’s time discover more about our new ‘home town’! Time to dedicate two whole days to touring the marvelous city of Melbourne. How? By taking the Visitor Shuttle.
The cutest little wine bar in Buenos Aires, Argentina
When you think Argentina, you think red meat and wine. If you don’t, think again. Personally, I love my steaks, and I love me a good bottle of Malbec. Planning a trip to the most amazing city in the world? Keep reading. You don’t want to miss out on this recommendation!
2014: Road Tripping USA
It has been 5 months since I left New Orleans. It has already been two months since I arrived in my new ‘hometown’ of Melbourne, Australia. They say that time flies when you’re having fun. It never ceases to amaze me just how fast though. Before we know it, 2015 will be coming to an end, and […]