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Riga Black Balsam – Love It or Hate It
Posted 25 January 2016 by Mate IN / 0 responses
Opinions are divided about the taste, but that is one cool bottle (Photo by Jill Shih)
What We Love To Do in Riga
Posted 17 January 2018 by David IN / 0 responses
Riga is an underrated European capital. On the Baltic Run we love visiting Latvia for its incredible nature and Soviet relics. However, we would be remiss not to mention the many attractions of capital city Riga. Here you can find buildings of many fascinating styles, learn about the country’s tumultuous history, and, of […]
The ‘Vodka Belt’ of Europe
Posted 9 May 2017 by David IN / 0 responses
We explain why the Baltic Region is known as Europe’s ‘Vodka Belt’. So, what is the Vodka Belt? Well, for starters, it’s not something that Eastern Europeans wear when they go to the pub. “Alcohol Belts” are actually an interesting way of dividing up Europe, and beyond. Though some […]
A Traditional Latvian Menu
Posted 6 July 2016 by Alicia IN / 0 responses
Latvian traditional cuisine is high on protein, a bit heavy and fatty, but highly delicious. Some basic ingredients are meat, rye, beans, potato, all kinds of soup, cheese, sour cream, and cranberry for desserts. And, of course, we cannot forget about its traditional drinks! Here is how a classic traditional […]
5 Reasons Why You Should Visit Riga
Posted 23 March 2016 by Alicia IN / 0 responses
Riga. Photo by Bryan Ledgard. Riga, capital and largest city of Latvia, is often underrated by travelers when searching for a new destination. However, this perception couldn’t be more wrong. Riga is not only a European cultural capital, but a beautiful city to visit, full of lovely corners, awesome architecture, […]
What to drink in the Baltics
Posted 8 March 2016 by Barbara IN / 0 responses
What to drink in the Baltics? It is a fact that the Baltic Countries are a cold place- but that doesn’t mean that you cannot do anything about it. If you want to get warmer and feel yourself as a real Northerner, make sure to try all of the drinks […]