I was 16 years old before I ever saw or rode in a tram. That’s because I grew up in Perth, Western Australia. Trams operated in Perth from 1899 to 1958. I was born in 1967, so they were long gone before I was born. So, the first time I ever saw a tram was […]
Russia
A Visit to the Museum of Industrial Culture, Moscow
Recently, Olivier and I went to a very unusual museum. It’s called the Museum of Industrial Culture. What does that name conjure up for you? Industrial machinery? Business/office machines? Machines for the home? Well, to be honest, I didn’t know what to expect. So, we set off one Saturday to find out. Finding the museum […]
Exotic Crisp Flavours – What’s your Favourite?
First of all, a little language lesson. The following pictures are: crisps – in British English (potato) chips – in American English (potato) chips – in Australian English And then we have: chips – British English French Fries – American English (hot) chips or French Fries – Australian English For this post, I’m using the […]
5 Minute Guide to Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, Russia
Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, Russia From the airport I’ve only arrived in Kazan by train, which is conveniently located in the centre of town, so I can’t be 100% sure of the airport arrival information I’m about to give you. Kazan International Airport (KZN) is 30km to the southeast of the city centre. There are […]
The Ultimate Guide to an Amazing Russian Shashlik Party (BBQ)
Have you had the pleasure of the Russian shashlik experience? Shashlik is a barbecue, but maybe a little different than you’re used to. Click on the links below to go directly to any section. Or just read the article all the way through from the beginning! When can I eat shashlik? Where is shashlik originally […]