by Stowaway Magazine | Apr 10, 2018 | Culture, Eats, Fall 2018
You will find happiness in every bite of European chocolate and candy. Full of rich, unique, and sweet flavors, here are some of the best chocolates and candies from Europe: Milka Bar Milka is a velvety smooth, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate bar. This bar originated in...
by Stowaway Magazine | Apr 9, 2018 | Culture, Eats, Fall 2018
Over one thousand years ago, Japanese artisans sculpted sugary dough into small candy birds, presenting them as gifts for the spirits in early temples. This was the beginning of the cultural tradition of edible art called amezaiku. The word ame means “candy” and the...
by Stowaway Magazine | Mar 17, 2017 | Eats, Tips & Tricks, Winter 2017
Stepping up to a falafel cart in Jerusalem was thrilling, especially when I asked the owner to make the falafel how he likes it: with everything on it. I could identify only three of the ingredients he added to my falafel, but that is the charm of experiencing local...
by Stowaway Magazine | Jul 2, 2016 | Culture, Eats, Spring 2016
When Columbus crossed the Atlantic Ocean in 1492, he expected to find the riches and spices of the West Indies. To their dismay, they returned to Spain without the treasures they had anticipated. However, one of their many discoveries impacted the...
by Stowaway Magazine | Jan 9, 2016 | Culture, Eats, Winter 2016
When you think of strange food, your first thoughts may gravitate toward foreign foods such as fried scorpions in China or escargot from France. You may think you need to travel halfway around the world to taste peculiar cuisine. But unique foods can be found right...
by Stowaway Magazine | Jan 9, 2016 | Culture, Eats, Winter 2016
Chilly weather often brings colds, sniffles, shivers, and coughs, making winter miserable. While you might turn to Grandma’s chicken soup first, consider some of these soups from around the world with special healing benefits. Gingko Nut Porridge, China The gingko nut...
