Did someone say Pancake Day? Mmmm… I love it already. Shrove Tuesday (aka Pancake Day) is the day before Ash Wednesday – the first day of Lent. Traditionally, it was the last day to use up any stocks of milk, butter and eggs before the 40 days of fasting. The expression “Shrove Tuesday” comes from… Continue reading Happy Pancake Day

Today is last Thursday before Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent. But…what is so special about it? Well, many Catholic countries celebrate Fat Thursday on that day. Traditionally it is a day dedicated to eating (sounds good to me). Lent is a time of fasting, so no sweets or treats are allowed! The next… Continue reading Fat Thursday: Poland’s love affair with doughnuts

I am sure that everyone still remember Popeye the sailor, his pipe, his whistle, and without a doubt, his secret for super strength – spinach. “I’m strong to the finish ’cause I eats me spinach.” ― Popeye the Sailor Man Why spinach? Well, back then spinach was superfood. Many people in the Thirties believed spinach… Continue reading “I yam what I yam and dats all what I yam” – Popeye The Sailor Man

Had a little bit too much fun yesterday? Feeling like your head is about to explode? Hangovers are the worst! Things get worst as we get older! Thankfully, there’s an easy way to fix your throbbing head. Try this delicious hangover cure smoothie. It will help you to re-hydrate, replenish lost minerals and soothe inflammation.… Continue reading Delicious Hangover Cure

Such a lovely surprise! After my last post about coffee, secret Valentine (read Attila) decides to buy coffee grinder and coffee beans. Of course, he chooses Lavazza coffee beans for our first test. Price: £11 for 1kg pack Origins: Natural Arabica from the San Paulo area of Brazil, washed Arabica from Honduras, African Robusta with… Continue reading Lavazza Espresso Crema e Aroma