A Runtur in Reykjavik

A strong tradition of temperance, (prohibition existed in Iceland until 1922 and the prohibition on beer was only lifted in 1989) makes for an interesting drinking experience in Icelandic culture. Beer is widely available but it is not widely consumed and does not fall into the tradition of Northern Europe’s diverse, full bodied brews. The [...]


Posted in The Foodie-file, Tue, 14/10/08 | 2 comments

Thanksgiving, Italian style

Do you ever wonder what other cultures eat on the very North American tradition of Thanksgiving? Well, I wouldn’t be surprised if the Polish have perogies and the Indians have curry, because I know in my parent’s Italian home it’s not a holiday meal without pasta! I spoke with Donna Paris, another editor at the [...]


Posted in Recipes, The Foodie-file, Tue, 14/10/08 | 5 comments