Fallas tradition, satire, and art in Valencia, Spain // travel

Fallas tradition, satire, and art in Valencia, Spain // travel

šŸ’„šŸŽ‰šŸ¤” Did you know that Fallas celebration is a festivity that combines tradition, satire, and art in Valencia, Spain? It is also a source of community pride and contributes to cultural identity, thus enhancing social cohesion. Known worldwide, it was declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage…

St. Patrickā€™s Day, Eat More Greens!

St. Patrickā€™s Day, Eat More Greens!

šŸŒ±šŸ€ This St. Patrickā€™s Day, go beyond wearing greenā€”eat green! Grandma Sita makes it a fun challenge to enjoy as many green foods as possible! Delicious ingredients like broccoli, cabbage, green bell pepper, zucchini, rosemary, and mint. Make it a tradition: Eat More Greens! šŸ„¬…

Sustainable Egg Hunts & Easter Festive Fun!

Sustainable Egg Hunts & Easter Festive Fun!

šŸ£ā™»ļøĀ Easter is a time of joy, celebration, andā€¦ tons of waste? Letā€™s change that! Grandma Sita embraces zero-waste, eco-friendly traditions with sustainable egg hunts and creative, reusable decorations. šŸ„š Wooden or Recycled Eggs ā€“ Swap plastic eggs for hand-painted wooden eggs, ceramic eggs, or repurposed…

Valentineā€™s Day: A Passion for Red Food!

Valentineā€™s Day: A Passion for Red Food!

šŸŒ¶ļøšŸ’˜šŸ… Happy Valentineā€™s Day! For Grandma Sita, Valentine’s Day is about sharing love through vibrant, nourishing, and sustainable food. And what better way than with red-themed plant-based delights? Red foods like tomatoes, peppers, beets, and berries are not just romantic; theyā€™re packed with flavour, nutrients,…

The Two MarĆ­as, Santiago de Compostela  // TRAVEL

The Two MarĆ­as, Santiago de Compostela // TRAVEL

šŸ˜‰ “Al mal tiempo, buena cara” = “keep your chin up”. Both idioms are common phrases that signify maintaining a strong and optimistic attitude. Does anybody recognize this cute couple women’s sculpture, with eye-catching outfits and cheerful poses? Duas MarĆ­as, Las Dos MarĆ­as (The Two…

Traveling byĀ rail, the most sustainable public transport

Traveling byĀ rail, the most sustainable public transport

šŸš‡šŸ¤” Did you know that besides walking and biking, traveling by train within cities or across long distances releases the least amount of greenhouse gasses into the air out of all forms of transportation? Regardless of whether electric or diesel-powered, trains emit between 66 and…

Why eat twelve grapes for New Year’s?

Why eat twelve grapes for New Year’s?

šŸ‡āœØ2024 comes to an end! Do you want to do something different for New Yearā€™s Eve? Let’s welcome 2025 with a glass of twelve grapes like Grandma Sita. Originating in Spain, the tradition of eating twelve grapes at midnight on 31st December is believed to…

Pomander balls, Traditional Christmas deco // Fruit & spices

Pomander balls, Traditional Christmas deco // Fruit & spices

šŸŽ„šŸŠIt wouldnā€™t be Christmas time without pomander balls making the home smell citrus and spiced fragrance, making it warm and cosy for the holidays. Pomanders are simply oranges pierced by cloves, one of Grandma Sita’s favourite holiday decorating traditions. Did you know you can pickled…

Christmas tree Nuts // fruit

Christmas tree Nuts // fruit

šŸŒ±šŸŒ° Did you know that nuts of all kinds are key ingredients in Christmas baked goods and other dishes? It just wouldnā€™t be Christmastime without the sound of cracking shells as part of the holiday soundtrack. Luckily nuts can be eaten and enjoyed at any…

DIY Christmas wreaths // upcycling

DIY Christmas wreaths // upcycling

šŸ šŸŽ„ Ho, ho, ho! The festive season is upon us! If you drive down any street in December, you’ll notice a common feature colorful Christmas wreaths adorning doors of all sizes. Just like Grandma Sita’s beautiful homemade wreath made from clothespins, a hanger, and fabric…