A simple introduction to North Macedonian wines. A new discovery for me in 2022, and I love the unusual grape varieties such as vranec
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Travel to Bitola

Travel to Bitola, a beautiful, historic city on the Dragor river in southwest North Macedonia. Also nearby are the Heraclea Lyncestis ruins
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Travel to Kavadarci, a quaint and friendly town in the middle of the Tikves wine area. A great base for exploring the region
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A guide for travel to Skopje, the capital in the north of North Macedonia. A city full of culture, history, friendly people and great food!
Continue readingMoldova- Ramson Salad Recipe

Recipe for ramson salad, a mix of radish, garlic, herbs and eggs topped with a soured cream dressing. Tasty and refreshing!
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Sharing the beautiful and interesting Skopje street art, a mix of graffiti and statues that I passed in the capital city
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A guide for travel to Kosovo. I enjoyed a day trip to Pristina, the capital, and surrounding area from Skopje.
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A guide for travel to North Macedonia, which is not on the radar for many people. Friendly people, great food & wine, history and culture!
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Short guide on travel to Romania. The capital Bucharest and surrounding countryside including Bran (aka Dracula’s) castle
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Short guide on travel to Bulgaria. I visited the beautiful capital, Sofia, for three days in 2018 and luckily was there for restaurant week!
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