Rasma Raisters
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My passions are writing and creating poetry. I write for several sites online and have four themed blogs on Wordpress. Please follow me on Twitter.
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Ghostly Inhabitants of Sweden
Most Haunted Place In the northwestern Jämtland region, you'll find a tiny village called Borgvattnet. What would you say if there might possibly be more ghosts residing here per capita than people? That is if the rumors about the ghostly happenings at the vicarage are true and it really is the most haunted spot in the country. Mysterious sightings began in 1927 and have continued through the years. At the vicarage people have heard footsteps and seen no one, people have been knocked out of rocking chairs, and furniture has been moved about.
By Rasma Raisters5 years ago in Horror
Ghostly Spirits in Norway
A Fortress Haunted by Ghosts of Prisoners Akershus Fortress has stood for 700 years in Oslo. The fortress once guarded the cities inner harbor. Even though it was never attacked by enemies it still has its share of spilled blood. At one time the castle was used as a prison for some of the most notorious criminals in Norway. These criminals were sentenced to hard, backbreaking work. Withing the prison they were chained or isolated as a means of discipline.
By Rasma Raisters5 years ago in Horror
The Cuisine of Puerto Rico
The cooking styles of Spain among other countries in Europe and the cooking styles of Africa and the American Taimos have greatly influenced the cuisine of Puerto Rico. In the 19th century, the preparation methods and the ingredients used came from America.
By Rasma Raisters5 years ago in Feast
Ukrainian Cuisine
Ukrainian cuisine is flavored with black and red pepper, salt, bay leaf, parsley and dill (usually in spring and summer), garlic and onion. Staples include potatoes, cabbage, fish, pork, beef and sausage.The cuisine of Ukraine has a rich history and offers a wide variety of dishes. Ukrainian recipes are also influenced by its neighbors like Russia, Germany, Turkey, Poland, Lithuania and the so-called Soviet cuisine (dishes of mixed origin popular in the USSR). Ukrainian food is intended to be filling and should be served in large quantities.
By Rasma Raisters5 years ago in Feast
The Ghosts of Louisiana
The most haunted mansion in the region has a very violent past. In the mansion itself or on the grounds ten people were murdered. The mansion is Myrtles Plantation which is located on the outskirts of St. Francisville. At present, it is a popular bed and breakfast inn owned by John and Teeta Moss.
By Rasma Raisters5 years ago in Horror
Chinese Cuisine
Chinese cuisine is considered both a craft and an art and it has been developing and getting richer since the oldest of times. During the reign of Emperor Fu (20 centuries BC) the Chinese people learned how to fish and hunt and agriculture and cooking began their evolution. During the Chou Dynasty Chinese cooking and food decorating gained the status of high art.
By Rasma Raisters5 years ago in Feast
Tunisian Cuisine
The people of Tunisia, a country in North Africa. enjoy all kinds of food including lamb, couscous dishes, fish and traditional pastry dishes. Under the influence of Mediterranean cultures, many dishes include tomatoes, olive oil and fresh bread. The Berbers, ancestors of the Tunisians provided the foundations for the cuisine which is couscous.
By Rasma Raisters5 years ago in Feast
Korean Cuisine
Some common ingredients added to Korean cuisine are onion, ginger, red pepper, soy sauce, bean paste, sesame, vinegar, and wine. Dishes are preserved by fermenting (kimchi, bean paste, and soybean sauce) or drying (salted fish). The most well-known dish in Korea is kimchi, usually, cabbage is pickled with red pepper and salt. It is served to complement almost every meal.
By Rasma Raisters5 years ago in Feast
Spooky Happenings in South Carolina
You'll find The Meeting Street Inn on Meeting Street, which runs through Charleston's historic downtown area. The inn has three stories and is a 56 room bed and breakfast inn. The guest rooms are romantic and charming and filled with southern décor. In the older section, one can find 12-foot ceilings and huge windows. Every room at the inn has a piazza that overlooks the lovely courtyard, and some of them have balconies.
By Rasma Raisters5 years ago in Horror
