Croatia produces some of the best wine in the entire world. Cam and I think it produces the best. Every region has it's own varieties but the most wonderful sparkling wines come from the Plešivica region, just outside of Zagreb. We finally made it out there this summer for Cam's Father's Day gift and it is STUNNING! It feels a bit like you've stepped back in time to a simpler way of life. Vineyards grow all along the steep hillsides dotted with small farms, wineries and family-run restaurants. ... continue reading...
Simple & Delicious: Blueberry, Feta & Honey Toast
Around late June in Zagreb is when blueberries start appearing in our markets. There are the sweet, bigger blueberries we all know, but there's also a wild variety here that are much smaller and tart. I love them all! But for these toasts that I often make as a snack for Cam and I during blueberry season, I use the sweet variety. This couldn't be easier to put together. Just slice your favorite bread, spread on creamy feta (or creamy goat cheese), then fresh blueberries, a good drizzle of ... continue reading...
Two Weeks Left in Croatia… Today We’re Picking Figs!
I can't believe we're already down to our last two weeks in this beautiful country that we've been blessed to call home for the past years. We're trying to make the most of the time with friends and neighbors we love, visiting our favorite spots (we just got back from Pag Island!) and enjoying time as a family doing all the little things that have made Zagreb home. Today that means FIG PICKING! Beautiful churches, vineyards and orchards around our home on the way to picking figs. It ... continue reading...
Homemade Popcorn!
We've had some big lightning and thunder storms hitting Zagreb, so yesterday we had a family movie day. I'm never sure if the kids are more excited about getting to watch a movie (Sound of Music!) or when we say, and let's make popcorn!! Do you make it in your house? Cam and I have gotten hilariously particular about how we make ours: Generously cover the bottom of a large saucepan with olive oil. Pour in the kernels so that they cover the bottom in a single layer. Put on the lid and turn ... continue reading...
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