Special Interest

St Patrick’s Day falls on March 17 all over the world – except when it conflicts with Holy Week, as is the case in 2008. Thus, March 15 became St Patrick’s Day for most Catholic Irish.

Snail porridge? Properties of baking soda? What do these have in common? They are part of the study and discipline known as Molecular Gastronomy, a hit with many top chefs today. . .

What do women want for valnetine’s day, anniversary, birthday, wedding gifts? Is it jewellery, lingerie, flowers, dinner at a fancy restaurant, romantic getaway? Find out 2008 survey results!

New Orleans, Rio and Venice – read up on the top spots for Mardi Gras and Carnival!

Valentine’s Day celebrations in Korea and Japan have a bit of a different spin – where it’s WOMEN who have to give MEN chocolates! Find out about White Day and Pepero Day celebrations!

Tired of red hearts and cupids? Find out the origin and history of Valentine’s Day celebrations and rituals, from Ancient Greece and Rome, to Chaucer, to Saints, right until today!

Lent and Easter are celebrated around the world. Find out how Poland, Hawaii, Lithuania, Finland, and other countries celebrate, different foods, and more!

People are eating pancakes on Tuesday, Feb 24th: Pancake Day. Find out why!

Death by blowfish poisoning – frightening stories you wouldn’t believe about blow fish, fugu, or pufferfish. Find out about blowfish, sushi, and preparation.

Rabbie Burns day is quickly approaching on Jan 25 – brush up on what Rabbie Burns day is all about!