Summer’s not over yet, so there’s still time to enjoy a fantastically refreshing, ice-cold summer drink. There are bubbly red, green or white spritzers, sweet cola-flavored sodas, creamy ice-cream shakes, healthy flavorful iced teas, naturally juicy fruit juices and … Continue reading
August 10th was National S’mores day, which reminded us of this important American treat. Read the transcript of an interview between a Living Language ESL blog writer and a s’more expert and get the scoop on this very special American … Continue reading
Gazpacho is an easy-to-make and delicious summer dish. I made gazpacho this morning and it took me exactly 10 minutes. I was having a friend for lunch and I was in a hurry. On other occasions, when there’s no rush, … Continue reading
In my Valencian hometown in the late 80’s and early 90’s sangría was a staple in las fiestas del instituto (high school parties); it was the cheapest alcoholic drink available. High school parties took place in bares (bars) and discotecas … Continue reading
With the summer heat kicking into full force around most of the country, we're craving some refreshing summer drinks. We asked our eTutors to share their favorite summer drink recipes so that we can all cool down the Living Language way. Continue reading
Sugarcane, cana de açucar, the world’s largest crop, is a fibrous stalk measuring between 2 and 19 feet in height. It is originally a plant from South and Southeastern Asia introduced to Europe by Arab traders and later taken … Continue reading
Chai (चाय) is central to Indian culture. It is a morning ritual, an offering to welcome guests, a cure for maladies ranging from fevers to sore throats and indigestion and an excuse to break. Continue reading
George Hazboun also known as 'George the Egyptian ' has been known for his profession of making sweets in the city of Bethlehem tirelessly for the past 25 years. Let's take a look at how he makes his semsmeyye or sesame brittle, the Middle Eastern way. Continue reading
The Christmas holidays are the biggest family holiday in Italy. And I ricciarelli (soft almond cookies) originally of Siena are popular all over Italy. Try this recipe! Continue reading
Manjar, from the Portuguese meaning custard, delicacy or something that delights and pleases the taste buds and the spirit is also used in the expression manjar dos deuses or a treat worthy of gods. Here's a recipe. Continue reading
