Monday, August 9, 2010

Stinging Nettle Soup

I can't even count how many times I used to walk through a field in France and get stung by nettles. I finally learned how to recognize them. None of my French friends made nettle soup, but it's quite popular here in Serbia. Above is nettle soup, served with thick yogurt and warm bread. I've ordered a side of grilled hot peppers, too....

A recipe for nettle soup can be found here.

LA TOUSSAINT

 I am back in Belgrade and the November 1st Western Christianity  ALL SAINTS DAY or La Toussaint, as it is known in France isn't celebr...