Prague’s Summer Beer Gardens

by Camilla // July 29, 2012 // No Comments

The Czech Republic is a landlocked country, but Praguers know how to make the most of what they’ve got. Locals bring a beach atmosphere to the riverside and the many beer gardens that dot the city. Prague’s beer gardens are... Continue reading →

Gluten-Free Eats in Prague

by Camilla // July 22, 2012 // 8 Comments

Prague may seem like a danger-zone for celiacs; it is, after all, a city known for cold beer and hearty dumplings. While finding gluten-free offerings can sometimes be a challenge, there are plenty of health shops and GF-friendly restaurants to... Continue reading →

David Černý’s Prague

by Camilla // July 1, 2012 // 5 Comments

David Černý is a controversial Czech sculptor whose works can be found scattered across Prague. Černý cemented his status as artist-provocateur in 1991 when, as an art student, he painted a Soviet tank bright pink. I wrote about the infamous Pink... Continue reading →

RU.KA.MA. Art and Craft Market

by Camilla // May 27, 2012 // No Comments

The RU.KA.MA. Art & Craft market is the brainchild of two French expats living in Prague: stained glass artist Fred Schendel and jewelry designer Marion Lieutet. Fred and Marion first began organizing art fairs in Prague last year (under the... Continue reading →

A Weekend in (Bohemian) Paradise

by Camilla // May 20, 2012 // 2 Comments

Český ráj (Bohemian Paradise) is a 182-square-kilometer protected area in the northeast Czech Republic. Located 50km outside of Prague, Český ráj is known for its towering sandstone rock formations, affectionately called “rock towns.” It’s a beautiful area, full of woods, pastoral landscapes,... Continue reading →

10 Things I Saw Today: Prague

by Camilla // May 13, 2012 // 1 Comment

(Or, more accurately, 10 things I saw this weekend…) Everyone says it, but Prague is a beautiful city. It’s not hype. After living here for almost one year, the magic hasn’t worn off. Even expats who’ve lived here for upwards... Continue reading →

Nakládaný Hermelín: Czech Marinated Cheese

by Camilla // April 22, 2012 // 5 Comments

Anthony Bourdain famously called Prague “the land that vegetables forgot.” While that’s a bit of an unfair assessment, it is true that Czech food tends to be heavy on the dumplings and meats, and breaded fried cheese is a real... Continue reading →