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Rain-kissed reflections and tiny rubber duck guardians
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At my age, I can’t handle big portions, but I love the joy of small bites—dim sum, izakaya, and tapas—where I get to savor a variety of flavors in one meal!
An izakaya is a Japanese casual pub or gastropub where people gather to drink and enjoy small, shareable dishes. It’s similar to a tapas bar in Spain. Izakayas serve a variety of alcoholic beverages, such as sake, beer, shochu, and highballs, along with dishes like yakitori (grilled skewers), sashimi, tempura, edamame, and karaage (fried chicken).
Izakayas are popular for after-work gatherings, socializing, and unwinding in a relaxed, lively atmosphere. Customers typically order multiple rounds of food and drinks while chatting with friends or colleagues
Kenkou sarada (fresh Salad topped with avocado, corn & cold toufu)
Yasai Kakiage (assorted vegetables fritter)
Hiyayakko (Cold tofu)
A Forgotten Landmark: Remembering the Zagreb Synagogue
While wandering through the streets of Zagreb, my husband unexpectedly came across this memorial plaque on Praška Street, near the Zagreb Cathedral. This unassuming sign marks the site where the Zagreb Synagogue once stood—a grand place of worship built in 1867, only to be demolished between 1941 and 1942 during the fascist rule of the Independent State of Croatia. Today, what was once a significant cultural and religious landmark has been replaced by a parking lot, but this plaque ensures that its memory endures.
An interesting fact is that this synagogue was considered one of the most significant architectural landmarks of Zagreb before its destruction. Designed in a Moorish Revival style, it stood as a symbol of the once-thriving Jewish community in Croatia. Today, there is no synagogue in Zagreb, and this plaque serves as a reminder of the community's lost heritage.
An image of the synagogue in 1906
image source - wikipedia
Saw these in my Airbnb rental—little reminders to stay motivated! ✨
