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 | Arts, Culture, Winter 2016
The movie reaches its emotional climax. Almost effortlessly, the actors begin singing. Large groups of dancers join in, and suddenly, a bright, colorful dance number transitions the scene from one location to the next, sweeping across the screen in grandeur and...
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, Life, Winter 2016
Many innocent hand signs and other gestures in America can offend residents of another country or even give the complete opposite meaning from what was intended. Here is a quick guide of gestures, where they are okay to use and where they are not, to help you in your...
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...
by Stowaway Magazine | Jan 9, 2016 | Arts, Culture, Winter 2016
The Holocaust claimed the lives of over 11 million people, including Jews, Jehovah’s Witnesses, homosexuals, Roma (also known as gypsies), Poles, and the disabled. While it was the deadliest period of genocide in recent history, it is far from the most recent. Artists...
