The Andean region of South America is a renowned textile production center.  The Andean artists preserve the traditional weaving techniques, using diverse fibers, such as cotton, llama, alpaca and camelids, and utilizing natural colorants.  Argentinian designers of haute couture select these exquisite textiles to create high-quality womenswear.  Rapsodia, a clothing company in Buenos Aires in Argentina, designs bohemian style clothing with intricate patterns and an aesthetically-appealing color palette.  The featured bohemian style skirt, designed by Rapsodia, has an exotic multi-colored pattern embroidered on a beige fabric.  Measures: Skirt (waistline 60-70 cm (23.6- 27.5 inches), height 166-170cm (65.3-66.9 inches), size 42 (medium).

The Region of Arequipa located in southwestern Peru has a unique culture and extraordinary cuisine.  The cuisine of Arequipa merges the culinary traditions of the indigenous people of the Andes and of the Spanish settlers.  The Chupe de Camarones, originally invented in Arequipa, is a seafood chowder prepared with crayfish or shrimp, starchy vegetables, regional spices and dairy products.  We degust the Chupe de Camarones in Lima, the capital city of Peru, set along the Pacific Ocean.  Our recipe includes essential Peruvian ingredients to achieve authentic flavors of the Peruvian cuisine.  The Chupe de Camarones is very nourishing and intensely flavorful.

Chile, a country in South America, enchants visitors with its imposing Andes Mountains, spectacular coastline, historic ports and colonial heritage.  Santiago, the capital city of Chile, is a collection of barrios, traditional neighborhoods elucidating a distinctive architecture and bohemian culture.  Chile’s fascinating tourist destinations include the coastal town of Viña del Mar, the wineries of Casablanca Valley and the historic Port of Valparaíso.  Our journey through Chile explores the dramatic mountain peaks, the picturesque valleys and fascinating Chilean folklore.

The Slivkové Knedle is a traditional dessert prepared in Slovakia, Czech Republic and other countries in Europe.  The Slivkové Knedle are dumplings made with boiled potatoes, flour, egg and salt, stuffed with fresh plums and shaped into balls.  The Slivkové Knedle are boiled and then usually served with melted butter and breadcrumbs.  During our travel to the Tatra Mountains in Slovakia, we enjoyed a dinner at the Furkotka Restaurant that serves a regional Slovak cuisine.  Our Slivkové Knedle are lightly sweet and absolutely delicious.