History, Facts and Places to visit in Copenhagen, Denmark Brief History of Copenhagen Evidence suggests Copenhagen existed as a settlement more than 6,000 years ago, the first written record dating back to 1043 AC. From 1000-1300 Copenhagen was known as a Viking region and an important outpost where Vikings set sail on voyages throughout Europe…
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Denmark and Art!
Throughout my time in Copenhagen and visiting different areas of Denmark there was no shortage of amazing artwork and cool exhibits. I will admit I am more a fan of historically significant art. A classic Van Gogh or Hieronymus Bosch painting, a Michelangelo sculpture and the archaeologically significant and priceless Nefertiti bust really catch my…
Ayahuasca Use: An Overview
I wrote my undergrad thesis about ayahuasca. Rather than bore you with academic written style and the 58 and 1/2 pages of text I decided it might be worthwhile to provide a very brief informal and informative overview of what ayahuasca is and its use over time. What is ayahuasca? Ayahuasca, a Quechan term meaning…
Gabby’s Birthday Fundraiser
ENDS: JANUARY 26TH This year for my birthday (on January 23rd) I have decided to create a fundraiser for two causes I have personally supported and care about immensely. Funds donated will be divided equally between supporting projects and activities to help school children and women in Cameroon, and providing school supplies to children on…
Let’s Split! (Croatia)
Once final papers were handed in at the University of Copenhagen it was time to head out for the sun! Myself, along with two girls from my floor in Bispebjerg Kollegiet- Caroline and Elena, flew to Split, Croatia for a few days at the beginning of June. Our trip was quite relaxing as we lounged…
A Sunny Stroll Through Superkilen
Diary Entry // LOCATION: Copenhagen, Denmark It’s a beautiful sunny day in March (surprisingly). On my way to meet some friends for brunch at GRØD I decided to walk through Superkilen park. Located about a 10 minute walk from where I live, Superkilen is an interesting piece of urban landscape architecture in Nørrebro. The design…
Zorita Castle Ceramics
Here are a few photos of the many ceramic pieces found in Zorita Castle’s cemetery during archaeological excavations in July 2018. To learn more about archaeological excavations in Zorita Castle, check out Gabby Richardson’s field report and “The Dig”.
Pico de Gallo
Here’s an easy recipe for you! Pico de Gallo is made in Mexico and several Central American countries. It’s a side salsa that can easily be paired with tortillas, used as a topping for tacos, nachos, or even used as a side dish. It’s quite tasty, and of course – healthy! STEP 1) Chop up…
Three Days in Switzerland
Having the opportunity to travel to Switzerland was due in large part to my very good friend Johanna. It’s not the type of place you could afford on a student budget… or even on any average budget quite honestly. But when Johanna left Copenhagen at the end of May and said “You are always welcome…
I learned how to make a Traditional Nicaraguan dish called Baho!
Nicaraguan cuisine is known as being hearty. Plantains, rice, beans, chicken, pork and beef are some of the main culinary staples of a Nicaraguan diet. The traditional dish Baho incorporates some of these elements but also uses traditional cooking methods that have been passed on for generations. Essentially, Baho is pork and or beef steamed…
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