Things that mak does super....
Peppers made every which way, roasted, grilled, stuffed, in soups, as spreads..all super!
Corn nuts...Allan had his first bag of this local made snack and says they're super.
Cheap food- a big meal is five bucks for the two of us and that includes a glass of good red wine.
Rakija-this brandy/jet fuel is local made hooch. It is fifty percent alcohol and good but an acquired taste.Many people make it in their garages and it is a cash crop for many folks.
Cafe society- you can sit as long as you want over a coke. Dressing in track suits help and Allan is currently scoping out his choice of style now. Internet is free which is helpful as well. Many people smoke so mostly we try to get a table that has pro-my-a....(drafts) to help.
Promya-this is the word for drafts and if you get in one you will die. You will also die if you sit on bare concrete, the ground, stone or any non wood surface.
Death notices -probably from promya- but obits are put on a piece of paper along with your very stern photo and stapled to a tree and they are everywhere throughout the city. Having your picture on a tree is a very bad thing!
Driving with impunity is common here and may result in your picture being on a tree!
Seriously loving it here....learning lots, language studies amazing and we are sleeping like babies!
Once again, Peace Corps disclaimer..and if you ever have a specific question, holler!!
Had corn nuts crushed on a salad when in Asheville at a tapas restaurant. An interesting change from croutons or regular nuts! Try it...
ReplyDeleteGood thing you all are walking a lot considering the food we are hearing about!!!
Boy is that the truth!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great blog, enjoying all the information, cooking guidance, language lessons and cultural learnings. Also, want to avoid being on a tree for a long time. What an adventure.
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