Frozen daysWhen I got out of the tram at Alexanderplatz there was nobody. The only other people around seemed to be two police agents sitting in their car overlooking the square. A weird sensation, being all alone in a place that is usually buzzing with life. But for once, the pandemic was probably not the … Continue reading Pork and cabbage dumplings
Gnomes and Pierogi Who would have thought I would ever feel sort of nervous about crossing a border within the European Union? I certainly did not. But getting into the bus from Berlin to Wroclaw a week after borders opened again, I did have a slightly weird feeling in my stomach. It was my first … Continue reading Beetroot, onion and lemon dumplings
Slovenian holidays Enjoying a plate of good seafood - some grilled sea bass, langoustines, and small octopus - while watching the sailing boats in the small harbour slowly move along with the waves. For me, this is one of the perfect moments in life. (Of course, I understand this might be different in case you … Continue reading Rolled dumplings with pumpkin seed pesto
Dumplings and dirty kitchens Small cockroaches were crawling over the kitchen table. They were also hanging out in the three microwaves, of which I am sure at most one was working. So before starting to cook, I had to clean the table first. No, this was not in a hostel, but in my own place. … Continue reading Pork and Leek Potstickers
Park life I definitely like summer. Not just because I enjoy being outside and feeling the warmth of the sun on my skin. But also because of the effect it has on people and places. In the depths of winter, when it is freezing cold, Berlin can look quite dark and gloomy. Although this undoubtedly … Continue reading Gnocchi with peperonata sauce
Slovak discoveries On a sunny autumn day, at half past four, I ran out of my house to the metro. And from the metro station at the same speed to the train. I´m not usually in a rush, but having to catch a plane is one of the occasions where a bit of hurrying might … Continue reading Halušky with pumpkin and sheep cheese
The roaming chilli 