Halloween is one of the most beloved holidays of the year, at least in my house. In fact, my kids start thinking about their Halloween costumes as early as late August. After all, it’s so much fun dressing up and going from house to house collecting candy. But with all the excitement surrounding tricks, […]
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Costa Rican cuisine is diverse, mouthwatering, and unlike anything you’ve ever tasted! The base is white rice and black beans. Preparation varies by region and province (Costa Rica has seven provinces). I’ve often read that the “Holy Trinity” of Costa Rican food consists of garlic, cilantro, and onion. These ingredients, plus the unique and indispensable
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Peru is a popular destination for tourists, for good reason. It’s largely a mix of indigenous and Spanish culture, with delicious food and breathtaking scenery. Our own family is a mix of Peru and the U.S., and we love Peru so much that we moved our family here for a few years. One of the
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Midsummer is the celebration of the longest day of the year. It is one of the oldest celebrations in human history. One can see the original pagan roots steeped in the current practices of midsummer—the traditional dresses, dancing around the maypole, wearing flowers in your hair, and celebrating fertility in many ways and always with
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Growing up in the United States, my Easter traditions included colorful eggs, the Easter Bunny, an egg hunt, an Easter basket, going to church, and spending time with family. Later, I married a man from Greece and learned about Pascha — the most important observance in the Greek Orthodox faith — and its special Easter traditions. The Date
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