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Christmas Stollen – DIY

Today is the 1.Advent in 2014. In this pre Christmas time (Advent) it is a German custom to bake and celebrate with „Christmas Stollen“. First candle lighting on the 1.Advent. Every Sunday one more. Stollen is a fruit cake containing … Weiterlesen →

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The Advent Wreath

The beginning of the Advent wreath First – what does Advent mean? Advent is a season observed in many Western Christian churches as a time of expectant waiting and preparation for the celebration of the Nativity of Jesus at Christmas. … Weiterlesen →

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10 plus 1 Halloumi Ideas

A plate of fresh grilled Halloumi and Peppers. Serve with French Baguette and a nice cool beer or a local Chardonnay. Summer is coming up and we like to eat a bit lighter and suitable to the hot weather. The … Weiterlesen →

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Our backyard pets

Often seen around the coastal area of Canelones. Pretty active little animals in our backyard. Not harming anyone and not dangerous. Just our dogs try to hunt them. Mostly they are to quick, but if they face 2 or more … Weiterlesen →

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Must See – An Innovative Brick Artist

Atlantida Church The so often overseen Atlantida church is an architectural and engineering jewel. Eladio Dieste : I had never heard of this person before, but my research about the „Church of Atlantida“ brought up this information. Dieste was an … Weiterlesen →

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Are you a Gourmet ?

Gourmet The word has different connotations from the similar word gourmand, which emphasizes an individual with a highly refined discerning palate. But in practice the two terms are closely linked, as both imply the enjoyment of culinary arts, fine food … Weiterlesen →

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Parking

Plenty of parking space, either for your car or your horse.

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Vodka and Szechuan pepper glazed Chicken

Hello BBQ fans, here is something, from the Latvian influence of my mother. Ingredients: 1/2 a cup (110g) sugar 1/2 a cup (125ml) lemon juice 1/4 cup (60 ml) TOP QUALITY Vodka (as better the ingredients are as better the … Weiterlesen →

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Creamy Prawns on Fettuccine

Ingredients: 500g fettuccine 500g raw prawns (medium size, frozen ones are fine) 30g butter 1 Tablespoon olive oil 6 spring onions, medium size, chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 cup (250ml) thickened cream Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons … Weiterlesen →

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Pork with Shrimps

Ingredients: 1 bunch spring onions 2-3 medium size red hot chilli’s 300g pork filet 150g pork liver (if one does not like liver add 150g filet) 150g bamboo sprouts (canned is fine, but then dry them in a towel) 3 … Weiterlesen →

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