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Wohlers on Media and Social Cohesion

Wohlers on Media and Social Cohesion

By on May 15, 2012 in Life, Word Clouds

A wordcloud of remarks by U.S. Ambassador Paul D. Wohlers at the opening of the “Build Up or Break Down” Social Cohesion Conference in Skopje, 15 May 2012.

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Using Chichko and Tetka Among Friends

Using Chichko and Tetka Among Friends

By on May 15, 2012 in Cultural Tips, Life

Macedonians have specific forms for addressing senior citizens to show them respect, чичко (chichko) for a man and тетка (tetka) for an older woman.

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Eurocrem Chocolate Spread

Eurocrem Chocolate Spread

By on May 14, 2012 in Brands, Life

For decades, Eurokrem has brought joy to children of all ages. For Macedonians, it is synonymous with gooey hazelnut, milk and chocolate goodness.

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Pelisterka

Pelisterka

By on April 30, 2012 in Brands, Life

Whenever mineral water is mentioned in Macedonia, the first word that comes to the mind of every Macedonian is Pelisterka.

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Krem Banana (Cream Banana)

Krem Banana (Cream Banana)

By on January 4, 2012 in Brands, Life

Cream banana is one of the most recognized local brands in Macedonia… a sweet dark chocolate and banana temptation.

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Sharing with Friends

Sharing with Friends

By on December 5, 2011 in Cultural Tips, Culture, Customs, Life

If you happen to be with a group of Macedonians and you open a bag of snacks, you should always offer some to your Macedonian friends.

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Thanksgiving Guests

Thanksgiving Guests

By on October 25, 2011 in Cultural Tips, Culture, Holidays, Life, Traditions

Be mindful of cultural differences when extending invitations to Macedonian friends to join you for the holiday.

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St. Patrick’s Irish Pub

St. Patrick’s Irish Pub

By on October 21, 2011 in Life, Restaurants

Since 2000, its wood paneled interior and typical beverage list has been providing a corner of Ireland in Skopje to locals and expats alike.

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Goran Pandev

Goran Pandev

By on October 17, 2011 in Life, Sports

Goran Pandev is a well-known Macedonian football star who enjoys a successful professiional career in Italy and as a member of the Macedonian National Team.

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Macedonian Basketball Heroes

Macedonian Basketball Heroes

By on October 10, 2011 in Life, Sports

Much to the surprise of the other teams taking part in the European Basketball Championship, the Macedonian basketball team placed fourth at EuroBasket 2011.

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