Tagged With "guinea pigs"
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Re: Whitby - North Yorkshire Coastal Town
Camping on the pig farm beyond the abbey in the sixties �� But loved it. A fine wee nugget of a port town that never seems to lose its charm - there's no room, unlike sprawling cousins of Scarboro, Brid and Filey
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Re: July 14, 2018: Amsterdam's Dapper Market
Also wonderful oven-roasted. I don't know much about pig diets, but I would think the leaves would be toxic for them as they are for us.
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Strasbourg: Self-service tour of Alsatian food
PHeymont tries something new: A self-service gourmet food tour, organized by the Strasbourg Office de Tourisme.
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Nov. 10, 2017: Hedgehog, Northumberland
Ian Cook presents background information and some great photos of a hedgehog, found in the pasture with some sheep!
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Mar. 8, 2017: Rachel the Piggy Bank at Pike Place Market
A giant piggy bank that serves as a mascot for the famed Pike Place Market in Seattle, Rachel gets her day in these photos by Samantha
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Germany's most unusual museums await you
Germany has famous museums—but it also has some fascinating ones hardly anyone knows. Above, an exhibit at the Schweine Museum in Stuttgart.
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Food Fights: Tomato tossing and gravy wrestling
Tomatoes, gravy, jello or whatever: You just can't deny the fascination of people wallowing in goo.
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A Marvelous Food Tour in Krakow!
DrFumblefinger enjoyed a wonderful food tour in the beautiful and historic Polish city of Krakow. He shares details and photos of this experience.
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February 7, 2020: Guinea Pigs and a Cat
Sylvia visits a home in Peru where a cat peacefully coexists with guinea pigs—much like the proverbial lion and lambs.
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On Safari, Panna Tiger Reserve, India
DrFumblefinger goes on a safari in India, his quest to spot the elusive tiger. Mission accomplished!
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May 6, 2020: Baird's Tapir, Costa Rica
DrFumblefinger was lucky enough to see this tapir while traveling on a river in the Caribbean region of Costa Rica. It is considered rare and endangered.
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Lots to Do in Virginia Beach
George G spends some family time at Virginia Beach and discovers its full of fun and more for every age.
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Remote-control air traffic control goes live
A small airport in Sweden, as well as a few others, including one in the U.S., are testing taking the air traffic controllers out of the tower, leaving robot cameras to send images to controllers working far away. The idea, ultimately, is to allow...
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Fishing for wild boar in Italian waters
Yes, that's what the headline says, and what it meant. A group of Italian fishermen were startled to find a wild boar swimming alongside, 6 km off the coast of Puglia in southern Italy. After filming the video above (who would believe them...
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Lownathwaite Lead Mines, North Yorkshire
Ian Cook shares photos of a most unusual landscape. As he said, "The beck in Gunnerside Gill flows through a landscape that looks like something from the Lord of the Rings; an orcish encampment perhaps or the abandoned halls of some race of long-dead Men."
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Delta plans to calm the onboard animals
With growing complaints and little regulation, Delta takes steps to separate the real service animals from those with no training.
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Capital of Culture Series: Reykjavik
This week Gumbo looks at Reykjavik in our Capital of Culture spotlight. In 2000, for symbolic reasons, 9 European cities were chosen to be designated a European Capital of Culture. One of those was the city of...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Oct. 8, 2014: Onion Soup, Pied de Cochon
Summer or winter, onion soup has its appeal. A rich broth, the onions, the crusty bread, the melted cheese—what more could you want? This one's at Paris's iconic Au Pied de Cochon, which started its life as part of the market life of Les Halles,...
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NYC-The Lower East Side
The Lower East Side ( see map ) has been the home to immigrants for over 100 years. In the late 1800's its population was primarily Jewish, In the 1950's the population shifted to mostly Puerto Rican and then Dominican. Then in the 80's and...
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Wednesday Market, Saint-Remy-de-Provence
There are markets every day in Provence, with each town setting aside a day or two a week. Some are just food and necessities; others have large crafts areas and some markets are good sources of inexpensive clothing as well as designer clothing. One...
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Roadfood -- the best "American food" out there!
When many people think of "American food" they envision fast food -- McDonalds, Burger King, Taco Bell and the like. These have their place -- inexpensive, reasonable meals, quickly served and widely available. Those who have...
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Nov. 26, 2016: A Pig in London
Waiting like a dog whose master might be eating inside, this gorgeous specimen advertises the Iberian ham to be had inside.
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New York State Fair—Supporting young farmers
New York's State Fair goes back 175 years, and still plays an important role in encouraging young farmers. Jonathan L visits and describes.
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Egg Trees in India ?
Bob Cranwell gives as an insightful look into life in Rajasthan and some of the changes that the area has undergone in the past few decades.
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Langtang Views, Part 1
Bob Cranwell, the Amateur Emigrant, shares memories of an exhausting but rewarding visit to a remote area of Nepal.
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Suds at Sea: Carnival's new brews
Carnival is extending its on-board brewing operation to more ships, and is canning and kegging on-board to be served on its other ships.
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Amish Country: Luxury Inn, Over-the-top Meal
Stephanie Kalina-Metzger shares a very memorable dinner and hotel stay from Valentine's Day.
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Sept. 11, 2019: Smokin Yard's BBQ, Idaho Springs, CO
While exploring the little city of Idaho Springs, Samantha and her husband enjoyed a meal at Smokin Yard's BBQ as well as the pig statue out front.
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October 8, 2018: Pig Out In the Park, Spokane
DrFumblefinger indulges in some of the good food and fun available every Labor Day weekend in Spokane's Riverfront Park.
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Malmo's new museum: don't eat lunch first!
A new museum highlights some of the least appetizing foods you could imagine, but there's a point to it.
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Re: Believe it?More Legroom,Lower Fees & a New Menu on Ryanair
This morning's Skift newsletter lists an article about RyanAir. I quote: " Ryanair Holdings Plc will limit the use of bright yellow in its cabins and uniforms as Europe’s biggest discount carrier embraces a more refined look...". Who was that politician that mentioned "lipstick on a pig"? (I know, I just won't say the name), but a useful phrase in this context, Mr. O'Leary. Skift article here .
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Viktualienmarkt Farmers Market, Munich, Germany
Samantha and her husband had a great time walking around and talking to the vendors at the Viktualienmarkt Farmers Market while in Munich, Germany.
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The Car and Carriage Caravan Museum, Luray, Virginia.
George G takes us along on a visit to a mecca for classic car fans, full of the ones we all wish we could have.
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The Privilege of Pottery
PHeymont loves pottery—to hold, to use, to admire—and shares a visit to a New York State pottery.
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Pike Place Pigs, Seattle
Two bronze pigs grace opposite ends of Seattle's famous Public Market. They have a story to tell!
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London's Fabled Soho...with Food
A neighborhood with a "certain reputation" keeps up its appearances and attraction while also becoming a foodie heaven.
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Down on the (Ostrich) Farm
PHeymont was curious about ostrich farming but his visit to the Gilroy Ostrich Farm mainly resulted in cute animal pictures.
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Looking Up! Zodiac Signs Around the World
An interesting look at how Zodiac signs around the world differ -- and their similarities.
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Country's BBQ and Bus Stop
PHeymont was surprised to see an old-time Greyhound as he wandered in Columbus, Georgia, and then found the old station is now a BBQ joint
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Downtown in Rainy Seattle
Samantha and her husband had a great time running around downtown Seattle's amazing buildings and structures. Here are some of her memories.
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Berlin's Fairytale Fountain
In Friedrichshain Park, a large fountain built around statues of fairy-tale and folklore characters has been restored to its original glory
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Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia's Melting Pot
Jayita explores the diverse attractions and opportunities of Malaysia's capital city
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Augie's Barbed Wire BBQ, San Antonio
Samantha shares some cute pictures of Augie's BBQ out in San Antonio, Texas.
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Oregon Public House, Springfield, Oregon
Samantha shares her visit to the Public House in Springfield, Oregon where the community can gather to enjoy a variety of foods, enjoy a pint, and good conversation.
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Guyana's 1763 Monument
A powerful monument honors enslaved people who launched a powerful rebellion against their masters and their exploitation.
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Secret New York: An Unusual Guide
Marilyn Jones recommends a guide whose contents match its name: an unusual look at New York's secrets
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Noticed in Dublin: Remembered Bits
PHeymont revisits his Dublin photos, collecting memories and moments to share.
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La Boqueria Market. 1) Market overview
One of Europe's finest Markets, Barcelona's La Boqueria is a feast for the eyes and senses.
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A Tale of Two Food Tours: Buenos Aires
It's been my experience that food tours are growing in popularity across the globe. If an army marches on its stomach, then so does the world's growing flocks of tourists.