Dinner & Drinks in a Bookstore

There’s nothing like a great meal and a good book to go along with it. We think C.S. Lewis had it right when he said that eating and reading are two pleasures that combine admirably. A match made in heaven for bibliophile/foodie and bloggers like us, we’ve scouted around and found the best ways (and places)...

LIFESTYLE

March 29, 2016

Czech Noodle Ham Bake aka Šunkofleky

This fast and easy recipe is a popular Czech classic. It is called Šunkofleky in Czech and it’s really just a quick noodle and ham casserole made with just a few simple ingredients. The result however is a flavorful and delicious dish that satisfies! Although this dish goes all the way back to Roman times, the Czech name...

Food, LIFESTYLE, Recipes

March 29, 2016

Velorex 435D – Boho Chic Takes on a Truck

My parents drove a Velorex, only the cutest little boho chic car ever made – but not like this one. Who knew that Velorex built a truck… Meet the little Velorex 435D. Velorex was a manufacturing cooperative in Solnice, Czechoslovakia. Notable products included a small three-wheeled car, produced from the 1950s until 1971, and the...

LIFESTYLE

March 25, 2016

Medieval Easter in the Czech Republic

Somewhere in Bohemia, people gather to celebrate a Medieval Easter and today via the internet, we’ll be joining them at the Křivoklát Castle which is located in the Central Bohemia Region of the Czech Republic. Křivoklát was founded in the 12th century, belonging to the kings of Bohemia. During the reign of Přemysl Otakar II a large,...

Holidays

March 25, 2016

Czech Easter Lamb Recipe

There are a couple of rules when making an Easter Lamb or or Velikonoční Beránek as it is called in Czech. The most important is to use a dense cake batter. We recommend a pound cake or dough for bábovka. Rule number two is to make sure to butter and then either flour or bread crumb the...

Food, Holidays, LIFESTYLE, Recipes

March 23, 2016

Easter Celebrations at the Czech Castle

As is true around the world, the symbols of Easter are directly related the beginning of new life and spring. If you visit the Czech Republic in the spring and travel outside of Prague, you must visit Castle Loučeň, a romantic baroque castle with amazing grounds and all original interiors. Chateau Loucen Garden Retreat This beautiful...

Holidays

March 22, 2016

Czech Easter Egg Designs

Today we’re going to focus on incredibly detailed hand-painted eggs and miniature works of art known as Kraslice, the Czech word for Easter Egg. Throughout the Czech Republic, the beautiful Easter egg designs are elevated to a different level in the country. The egg is a popular symbol in many cultures. This ancient symbol is often associated with rebirth or fertility...

Holidays

March 21, 2016

Czech Easter Customs

Easter, or Velikonoce (from Veliké noci or Great Nights) was greatly suppressed under the communist regime prior to 1989. Since then, the traditions of Easter have been making a wonderful comeback and while the religious aspects are known and talked about, it is not considered a serious religious holiday. Instead, it is a celebration for...

Holidays

March 20, 2016

The Six Days of Easter Based on Bohemian Tradition

Today is the first of several Easter posts where we will focus on Czech Easter traditions and folk customs throughout all the lands of Bohemia, Moravia and Slovakia. But first, we wanted to share The provided excerpt offers just a glimpse into the extensive article. To unlock the full content, become a Patreon patron. Our...

Holidays

March 19, 2016

Czech Castle Night Gatsby Style

Czech Castle Night Gatsby Style is the perfect name for trying to describe Hradozámecká Noc (or Castle Night). The event began to write its history in 2010, when it first began. On that first Castle Night, 38 buildings remained open to the public. Government and privately owned castles, palaces, mansions, fortresses, noble estates and chateauxs opened...

LIFESTYLE

March 18, 2016

The Power of Red Lipstick

There is something very high fashion, glamour and stylish about red lipstick. Whether you want to look like a femme fatale, a fashionista, a classic beauty, a pin-up girl or a goddess, just dab some red on your lips and voila! You’ll be immediately transformed. From the past and into the future, whether you are just starting out...

LIFESTYLE

March 17, 2016

The Timeless Men of Falconry

In October of 2015, we shared Falconry in the Czech Republic. There was a lot of talk about the handsome men in the post, so we created another post, The Sexy Rugged Men of Falconry and the ladies just loved it. Guess what we have in store for you today? You guessed it… More men and their...

Bohemians, Men, PEOPLE

March 16, 2016

Edible Wild Mushrooms of the Czech Republic

It’s true. Most Czechs suffer from mycophagy. Don’t worry… it’s the eating of mushrooms, particularly wild mushrooms. ;) Hunting for mushrooms and mushroom picking could be compared to a national sport in the Czech Republic because the moment you leave the city, you’ll see people heading into the woods to hunt for mushrooms. Each time...

LIFESTYLE

March 13, 2016

The Retro Prams of Prague

When I was born, my mother wheeled me around in style with a high pram with springs for comfort and style. This was (and still is) called a kočárek or kočár, a coach (or buggy). These retro prams are the ultimate! I just love them. I imagine that if I could remember that far back, that I would say that...

LIFESTYLE

March 13, 2016

Czech Cherry Bublanina

On a lovely morning like this it is easy to get inspired to make a special breakfast before anyone even wakes up… Czech Cherry Bublanina. Bublanina literally translates to “bubbles up” or “bubbly” but the dictionary would define it as a soufflé – but don’t let that name fool you into expecting that it will...

Food, LIFESTYLE, Recipes

March 10, 2016

Tarzan Retired – The Work of Miroslav Tichy

Maybe you have heard of Miroslav Tichý (1926 – 2011), the eccentric and unsuspecting man with the homemade cardboard, plywood and tin cameras. Call him a Czech version of a Vivian Maier if you will – only his photo taking was never really a secret other than the odd looking cameras he used really worked. He...

LIFESTYLE