Something that is very popular in the Czech Republic is going to farmers markets on Saturday mornings. Unlike in the United States, it is more of a cultural activity than just going to get a few groceries. People go to hang out with friends, grab their groceries for the week, […]
Author: Rachel
Oktoberfest: Believe it or not, it’s not only about the beer!
Last weekend, a few of us had the opportunity to attend the world-famous Oktoberfest! (And no, not the one in Frederick!) When we got there at 8:30 a.m., there were already hundreds of people in line waiting for the gates to open! We decided to try to get in to […]
Life Abroad: DAM that Food and Drink was good!
…in AmsterDAM that is… One of my favorite things about studying abroad so far has been having the opportunity to travel around Europe. So far, I have been to the Netherlands and Poland, and I’ll be going to Germany this upcoming weekend for Oktoberfest! Going to each country has been […]
A taste of Praha on #FoodieFriday
Last week, our Czech Life and Culture class took us on a guided food tour to explore the different types of cuisine that are widely eaten in the Czech Republic. First on the tour was a stop at this old ice cream stand that has been popular for many years. […]
What’s on the menu today?? #FoodieFriday
Ahoy z Prague! Or in English, hello from Prague! My name is Rachel, and I am a junior at the Mount studying Communication and Business. I love learning about new cultures and meeting different people, which is a major reason why I decided to study abroad. Even though I love […]