In Japan, no wedding ceremony is required under law. Couples are officially married once they submit the required documents to city hall. However, many couples choose to hold wedding ceremonies to commemorate their marriage. There are traditional Shinto-style ceremonies and … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: February 2013
Send a Card to a Friend!
Get out your stationary--today is Send a Card to A Friend Day! Why not write your card in the language your learning? Our etutors have gathered some common words and phrases that are perfect for greeting cards. Check them out here! Continue reading
Chinese New Year
Chinese people have what is called “the lunar calendar.” Most traditional Chinese holidays go by this calendar and Chinese New Year is one of them. This year, Chinese New Year is on February 10th. Chinese New Year is the most … Continue reading
Brazilian Carnival
To say Carnaval is the most greatly anticipated holiday in the country would be an understatement. Millions of Brasileiros (Brazilians) and tourists alike will tell you that the year can only begin after the Carnival festivities, when passion meets talent and great music, and the entire country stops its day to come together in celebration. Continue reading
Italian Comfort Food
Italian comfort food is eaten while “it is cold outside baby” (fa freddo fuori, baby). Given that Italy has many food traditions and cultures, it is rather difficult to generalize. That said, there are three main comfort foods: Zuppa (soup) is of course very … Continue reading
Japanese Comfort Food
The most internationally famous Japanese comfort food is probably ラーメン ramen. Packages of instant ramen noodles found at American supermarkets are cheap, easy-to-make, and filling. But if this is the only kind of ramen that you’re familiar with, I ask … Continue reading
The Super Bowl is the Biggest Day of the Year
The Super Bowl, which will happen February 3, is the championship game of the National Football League (NFL). It’s also the most popular sporting event in the United States, and one of the biggest media events as well. When football … Continue reading
