where did the time go?

 
Seriously? Where did it go? I'm leaving to visit my family for Christmas in one month from Thursday! I'm super excited, because this year I'll be able to go for the whole 18 days. I'll spend the first two weeks in Poland and the last four days in Dublin, Ireland, where my sister lives.

Every year, the closer it gets to my departure, the more excited I get about my mom's cooking. After all, it's the stuff I grew up eating, so I think I will always crave it. Even if Wade thinks some of it is weird... really weird. He loves potato pierogi of course. But who wouldn't love carbs wrapped in more carbs... I personally also really like a sweet version of pierogi with either sweet cheese (sort of like cheese blintzes) or with strawberries. That's and example of what Wade would consider weird. Some dishes I definitely agree are quite disgusting, I can't even stand the smell. I came across this article that describes some of the crazier foods way better than I ever could if you care to read about cow tongues and such (which I've actually eaten when I was younger). 

One thing Wade thought was crazy to eat was pickle soup (ok, I totally see how one would think that might be gross). But we picked up a container of home made pickle soup from Kasia's Deli one day and he loved it! My family always served it hot, but we ate it cold and it was really good that way too. If you're in Chicago, I'd definitely recommend stopping at Kasia's if you're feeling adventurous. If anything, the candy is really good (3bit is our favorite) - can't go wrong with candy.

I know it's still a little early, but I hope everyone will be able to spend this holiday season with their loved ones and enjoy some of their favorite dishes and maybe try some new ones too!

*Image of pierogi via Ordinary Recipes Made Gourmet.

Comments

[Ola]

Yes, you should try it :) It's actually really good cold in the summer - it has just a hint of that pickle flavor, which makes the soup really refreshing. And yes, will take pictures!

[Aimee]

I remember talking about pickle soup when we were with Elizabeth... I'm still skeptical, but am willing to give it a try :) Be sure to take lots of photos to share with us when you get back from your holiday travels!