While most people were buying Anti-dandruff shampoo or Satnav kits or summer socks for a Fathers’ Day present, I was haring off to Finistere (Land’s End), in Brittany, to celebrate the Father of the Free French – Charles de Gaulle.
Full Frontal Spain: Of Bullfights and Old Bull
On a trip to Madrid, Julia McLean takes her husband to see a bullfight and discovers a combination of bravery, splendour and old bull.
Mummering in Nova Scotia
Darch Rhyno wonders what other parents did when his were all dressed up, “mummering” or “sandying” on their merry, dramatic way.
Mitakuye Oyasin — We Are All Related
For Lakotas one of our common mantras is “Mitakuye Oyasin” — we are all related. All of us, no matter who you are (person), or what you are (grass, trees, rocks), are the same.
The Re-(e)volution of Chivalry
The word chivalry has come to have many different meanings over the course of history. Its definition seemed greatly varied in written texts depending on the authors of the time, thus making its true meaning very elusive. Derived from the French “chevalier,” meaning knight, chivalry has long been associated with such knightly virtues as honour […]
Norwegian Hat Trick
After a dip in the Arctic Ocean, the author explores three fascinating districts in southern Norway, taking in everything from Edvard Munch’s famously eerie painting “The Scream” to a Leprosy Museum to a soiree with a beautiful princess.
On Growing Where You are Planted
She left her hometown after graduating from high school and moved to the city. She certainly wasn’t going to return home to live, EVER. But things do change.
Jordan – Timeless and Tantalizing
Alas, for many people, the Middle East conjures up images of strife. True, Jordanians find themselves in a tough neighbourhood; reports from Israel, Lebanon, Syria, and Iraq often paint a disquieting picture of this part of the world. But Jordan is an oasis of calm from one end to the other.
A New York Love Affair
Located right in the heart of New York’s Bowery, the Double Crown is a culinary sensation. Amidst exotic decor you’ll experience the influence of eastern flavours upon British traditional fare. The results are a menu that includes Venison Wellington, Miso-glazed Bone Marrow, Pheasant and Licorice Pie, and Rendell’s favourite dish, Tandoori Foie Gras Torchon with Earl Grey.
How to Make a Zombie: Encounters with Vodoun in Haiti
In Vodoun belief, the Voduisant who is occupied by a loa, is called a cheval or “spirit horse”. Under the spirit’s influence he is said to be able to perform acts that would ordinarily not be possible. As we watched, the young Voduisant’s face began to contort and he moved his body in an increasing frenzied fashion.
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 16
- 17
- 18
- 19
- 20
- 21
- Next Page »