Nicolae Ceausescu was Romania’s dictator for over 20 years and is, obviously, one of the most despised leaders Romania has ever had. Today, I am here to share some important things you probably didn’t know about him. This is timely … Read more
Today, it’s time to hone up your Romanian language skills with some easy greetings and salutations that you will most likely use during your stay here, even if you’re only visiting for a few days. I will teach you how … Read more
Curious about traditional Romanian names? This article has all the common (and even less common) Romanian names for girls and boys, as well as their meanings. This list is also helpful if you want your baby to have a Romanian … Read more
If you’re a foreigner, expat, or just curious, and you find yourself drawn to a Romanian man and wonder what makes them tick, this guide is for you. I will try to be as objective as possible and base my … Read more
Writing an article about Romanian culture is a difficult task, because there are so many things to cover – a book would do this topic more justice. But I have to try and at least cover the basics and share … Read more
Romania might not be the first country that comes to mind when you think of inventions that changed the world, but this small and lesser-known nation has had an undeniable impact on the world. Yes, many people probably never heard … Read more
With Christmas fast approaching, I think it’s the perfect time to update you on all the Romanian Christmas foods we usually indulge in. These traditional dishes are mouthwatering and special! You can imagine that, with Christmas being the biggest holiday … Read more
I’m sure that, like all of us, you heard a lot of things about Romania and why you shouldn’t visit this dangerous or scary country – usually, all just stereotypes that are not true. Some are, don’t get me wrong … Read more
Manele music is still one of Romania’s most popular genres, mixing traditional Roma music with modern pop, dance and hip hop elements, including influences from Turkish and Arabic music (and lately – Reggaeton) With catchy tunes, Romanian manele usually feature … Read more
A while ago, I wrote about Romanian manele music and promised to come back to you with some more interesting things and real Romanian music. I think nothing is more real than the traditional Romanian music and/or the folk music … Read more