50 Italian Lessons

Things I've learned in Italy: 1. Caffe is espresso. At least three a day is normal.  It has magical properties that help you digest. 2. It is easy to ride the bus without a ticket... Until you get caught. 3. Biking to work is acceptable.  Walking is not. 4. Colds are not caused by germs, [...]

Kahrmus, Moroccan Eggplant Salad

Ingredients: 2 medium eggplants 2 cloves garlic (optional) 2 tsp cumin red pepper to taste pinch salt 1 tsp paprika 2 tbsp parsley 1/4-1/3 cup olive oil 1/3 cup water Directions: Rinse and chop eggplant into 1 inch cubes. Place eggplant, garlic, spices and oil into a large pan over medium heat.  Cover and cook [...]

A Quick Trip to Tunisia République Tunisienne تونس

A collection of photos from my trip to Tunisia in 2013.       République Tunisienne الجمهورية التونسية, a set on Flickr.