The European continent is well-known for delectable and colorful salads prepared with a wide variety of fresh, cooked or marinated vegetables.  Céleri Rémoulade is a traditional French salad, usually served as an hors d’oeuvre.  The salad is mainly prepared with Celeriac, also called Celery Root, a root vegetable originating in the Mediterranean Region.  Celeriac has an earthy flavor, cream-colored flesh that can be eaten cooked or raw.  In our recipe, we add celery leaves for extra flavor, lemon juice and a European style mayonnaise.  Céleri Rémoulade is an easy-to-prepare salad that has a crispy texture and a wonderful flavor.

Russia has a long tradition of creating attractive and vivid pieces of art.  A multitude of decorative objects are hand-painted with Russian traditional folk art.  Russian dolls, festive sleds, travel chests, ceramic jugs and Russian Orthodox icons are ornamented with ancient patterns.  Our featured red wooden box is an exceptionally beautiful ornamental object and a storage box.  It is decorated with multi-colored folk art depicting a vivid floral theme.  Measures: Red Wooden Box (height 5 inches, width 10 inches).

Fresh ingredients and diverse cooking techniques are a foundation of the Polish cuisine.  Since many centuries, the potato is used as a primary ingredient in many Polish dishes.  Potato Pancakes, a classic dish celebrated across Europe, are traditionally prepared with shredded raw potatoes that are formed into patties and fried until they have a golden color.  In my childhood, my grandmother prepared during the winter season delicious soups, stews and potato dishes.  Our Potato Cake is a reflection of those wonderful winter moments.  Our Potato Cake is a hearty dish, full of flavor and aroma that is best served with a refreshing salad.

Situated in southern Poland, Kraków has a reputation of being a renowned center of culture and art.  A walk in the Old Town reveals many galleries, art boutiques and a street gallery located near the historic city walls.  Our featured rustic vase has a cream background with a red flowers motif and a dark-colored handle.  Dry flowers or furry willow-catkins will complement perfectly this beautiful vase.  Measures: Rustic Vase (height 7 inches, width 7 inches).