It is a week of reflection as we approach our first anniversary in Bratislava this Friday. A time when we couldn’t find Bratislava on a map is a dimly flickering memory. We forget most of our friends still can’t recall… Read More ›
Bratislava
“Meet me at Korzo”: A Slovak Tradition
My parents met at a grange hall dance. I’ve heard the story a hundred times. It was March 13th, a Friday night. Whenever a Friday the 13th rolled around, my mother reminded me once more what a lucky day it… Read More ›
The Apponyi House and Viticulture Museum – Bratislava
There are two types of museums. The world renowned museums showcase a multinational collection of priceless art or war plunder. I love to stroll thru the treasures of the Louvre, the British Museum, the Rijks. The second type of museum illuminates… Read More ›
Ladislav Bielik and the iconic photograph of 1968 Czechoslovakia
The Soviet Union had tolerated the liberalizing policies of Czechoslovakia long enough. On August 21, 1968, armed troops and tanks rolled into Bratislava, Czechoslovakia. Shots were fired on the Safarikovo Square near where the old bridge crosses the Danube. A… Read More ›
“Let them eat cake”: The cafe culture of Bratislava
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 ›
The World In Between 