Information about Bratislava based on our 18 months of living there as an expat.
Cake is a breakfast food in Bratislava. Actually, I stand corrected, it’s an anytime food here. Who knew?! Vienna is renowned for its coffeehouse culture. They have nothing on Bratislava. Cafes are ubiquitous and are a purveyor of coffee, cakes, wine, beer, hot chocolate, sandwiches and… Read More ›
We Americans love Chuck Norris jokes. I learned that this week. My first reaction was, “Chuck Norris, isn’t he dead?”. I don’t think it’s right to tell jokes about dead people. Then I realize, no, that’s Gary Busey. No one was tougher than… Read More ›
An ancient and shrunkened woman passed by me as I walked into old town. She was one of those elfin older people with hair which ressembles a mature dandelion. At any moment, the wind could blow and cascade her to the fields. Before my eyes… Read More ›
My husband and I eat out every night. I’m not sure how it got to this point. I love to cook. But with just the two of us (and a propensity to wolf down our food silently when left alone), we got into… Read More ›
There’s an organization in Bratislava called “Nota Bene” from a Latin phrase which translates as “Pay Attention”. Frankly, I never paid attention to this organization or the people who are the face of it. Travelling in many cities in Europe, I noticed modestly dressed people… Read More ›
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