Although spring is making a brief return, Expatinbulgaria.com has decided to change the format of the Expat BBQ to Expat Caveries, the first of which will take place on Saturday, November 1 at JJ Murphy's in Sofia from 4pm onwards.
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Reflections in the glass
In which buying a bottle of wine receives both philosophical and practical treatment.Text: Magdalena Rahn Photography: Gabriel HershmanFor some people, it might be a computer gaming shop or scuba diving shack. For others, a make-up boutique or q.....| Read more
No taste like home
Preparing food for the winter is a longstanding ritual that unites families and wards off the canned invasion. Text: Vanya RainovaPhotography: Magdalena RahnGrowing up, in the heat of summer I could always feel winter's cool breath against my ne.....| Read more
A sprinkle of flavour
There is more to a spice cabinet than salt, pepper...and curry.
Text: Magdalena Rahn
Photography: Provided
An unfounded childhood aversion to curry – probably due to my parents’ stories of horrid curry parties from the 1970s &.....| Read more
Where is the beef
Hungry carnivores may undergo a real quest before they find tasty steaks in Bulgaria. Vanya RainovaGrowing up in Bulgaria, I had not tasted a beef steak until the age of 19. Here's what constituted a steak in my childhood. You select a fine cut .....| Read more
A boza experiment
The traditional Balkan drink’s unfamiliar texture and less-than-appealing chalky beige-brown colour have had many a foreigner cringe in disgust at the mere sight of it. But not this one. Magdalena RahnMaking boza reminded me of something t.....| Read more
What's for supper
If you're salivating over 'essential' delicacies from home then you're not alone. Thousands of nostalgic expats feel the same way. For some, help is on the way.Vanya RainovaWhen I lived in San Francisco, I would take public transport acros.....| Read more
Sanitas per vino
While many of us have enjoyed the therapeutic benefits of a glass of good wine, the grape elixir is now for topical use as well; almost.
Dessislava Leshtarska
When I first heard of wine therapy, I imagined myself soaking in a bath-tub fill.....| Read more
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What`s on in Bulgaria
Cultural Institutes
Save the planet, and Bulgaria What: A film by American director Tom Jackson, this tells the story of how petrol corporations damage the environment without reinvesting any funds to offset it. When: December 10, 6pm Where: Czech Centre 100 G. S. Rakovski Str, Sofia
Art
Buy yourself a little painting What: Victoria auction house organises its 15th auction of the works of classic Bulgarian and European painters. When: December 10, 6pm Where: Sredets Hall in Sheraton Hotel, Sofia
ALLA GEORGIEVA, LOVE AND EVIL MINDS What: This is the first solo exhibition by Alla Georgieva since 2003. Born in Ukraine, the artist lives and works in Sofia. When: Until December 20 Where: ARC Projects, 90 Vitosha Blvd, fourth floor, Sofia
ARTCHITECTURA What: Known as a successful graphic artist, with this solo exhibition Robert Barumov reveals a new dimension to his talent, that of a painter. When: Until December 12 Where: Gallery Paris, 8 Parizh Str, Sofia
THE WORLD OF IVANKA SOKEROVA What: Ivanka Sokerova (1926-1993) is a little known artistic figure of admirable stoicism, working only with her left hand, the artist creates ceramic pieces, collages, drawings and writing. When: Until December 15 Where: Sariev Gallery, 40 Otets Paisii Str, Plovdiv
FROM YOUR DAUGHTER WITH LOVE What: Until December 20 When: Iva Yaranova has titled her exhibition Happy Birthday, Mom. Where: 16a Iskur Str (entrance from Budapeshta Str), Sofia
Museums
Archaeological treasures What: A private archaeological collection of special value will be on display for the enjoyment of guests and residents of Bulgaria's Black Sea capital. The treasures belong to the brothers Bobokovi, from Rousse, who had been collecting items for 20 years. When: Until April 2009 Where: Varna Archaeological Museum, 41 Maria Louisa Blvd, Varna
SIEMENS TECHNOLOGY AND ART What: The theme of this exhibition is 130 years of Siemens in Bulgaria, intertwining historical periods with development of the local art scene. Works by Bulgarian contemporary artists such as Ivan Moudov, Boryana Pandova and Krassimir Terziev are displayed. When: Until December 14 Where: Sofia City Art Gallery, 1 Gurko Str, Sofia
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