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Visiting Gruyères, Switzerland
GRUYÈRES: IT’S GOING TO BE CHEESY!
This tiny medieval village on top of a hill is not only worth visiting because of its famous cheese, it also represents picturesque Switzerland in a nutshell.
Here is my itinerary recommendation in order to make the best of your visit in Gruyères:
Fruity Winter Smoothie
Are you ready for a little break from all the glühwein, tea, and hot chocolate? Or need a vitamin refill to boost your immune system for the winter season?
Here’s the recipe for a fruity and delicious apple-pear-orange-date smoothie:
Cinnamon Roasted Almonds – DIY!
I love sugar roasted almonds, not only during Christmas time. ❤
Here’s my favorite roasted almonds recipe (it’s vegan and even zero waste, as you should find all ingredients at a bulk shop):
How to Make Your Own Sauerkraut at Home
Making your own sauerkraut at home couldn’t be easier: You just need two ingredients and a little bit of patience.
Here’s the recipe for Germany’s national dish:
Regina Caeli
The “Regina Cæli” or “Regina Cœli” / “Queen of Heaven” prayer invites us to call the Mother of God, Mary, for her intercession, and to rejoice with her over the resurrection of her son Jesus. The name of the prayer is taken from the first words of the Latin version.Read More »
Angelus
The “Angelus” prayer is one of the main Catholic devotions, prayed three times a day. Around the globe, the Angelus bell is being ringed at 6.00 am, noon, and 6.00 pm by the Catholic churches to remind everyone to participate in the world wide praying of the Angelus.
The devotion commemorates the mystery of the incarnation of God; it is also a shortened confession of faith. Its name is derived from the first words of the prayer in Latin (“Angelus Domini nuntiavit Mariæ”).Read More »
Hail Mary
The “Hail Mary” / “Ave Maria” is one of the main prayers of the Catholic Church. With this prayer, the Mother of Jesus, Mary, is being called. Its name is taken from the beginning of the prayer in the English or the Latin version.Read More »
