Culture
Slatko – the sweetest taste of tradition
Slatko – the sweetest taste of tradition Slatko is a fruit preserve popular in Serbia, and Balkan countries, that consists of distinguishable, usually whole pieces of fruit mixed in a very thick syrup. Various fruits could be used in slatko preparations such as figs, grapes, quinces, plums, cherries, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, almost every fruit you…
Read MoreShaolin Culture from Marta Neskovic perspective!
Shaolin Culture from Marta Nešković prespective We take you to an unusual journey from Shaolin Temple with Marta Nešković. Marta Nešković is a PhD student at the Department of Ethnology and Anthropology at the Faculty of Philosophy in Belgrade. She completed her physics studies at the Faculty of Pierre and Marie Curie (Paris 6), which…
Read MoreSirogojno – The tradition and art of knitting wool products
Sirogojno – The tradition and art of knitting wool products When a tradition gathers enough strength to go on for centuries, you don’t just turn it off one day. Chinua Achebe Like said above, some of the traditions are beautiful and worth cherishing. We are bringing you a beautiful story from Sirogojno, Zlatibor, where the…
Read MoreRussian Tradition
Russian Tradition Russian traditions consist of very interesting blend of Christian and pagan customs. For many centuries they have determined the rhythm and the lifestyle of the nation – from clearly written annual calendar to marriage and other rituals. Even non-religious people often enjoy celebrations of national holidays and execute certain rituals. Weddings, removals,…
Read MoreČvarci – Traditional Serbian delicacy
Čvarci – traditional Serbian delicacy The winter is coming, and we are getting close to the season of the famous Serbian snacks – čvarci. At first, čvarci were considered as the food for the poor, but very fast they’ve become a famous Serbian delicacy. Čvarci are a perfect fit for beer or wine, and they…
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