Tag Archives: Food

A photo tour of Maputo

Posted on July 6, 2017 by elliewick

Maputo was awesome. Mozambique in general seemed awesome, too. There was so much great food to eat of many varieties, the city was walkable, there was no harassment, and we always felt safe. Check out a few photos of our … Continue reading →

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Reflections on life after a year as a PCV in Swaziland

Posted on June 29, 2017 by elliewick

I wasn’t sure that I was going to write something in honor of being in Swaziland for one year until I sat down and the words came out of my fingers. Why have a countdown when I am content and … Continue reading →

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What’s cooking: Butternut rice pudding

Posted on March 9, 2017 by elliewick

As a Peace Corps Volunteer in Swaziland, I have a limited food budget. But I also love food–both eating and making it. During PST, I cooked without an oven, refrigeration, and a non-stick skillet. Now at my permanent site, I … Continue reading →

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What’s cooking: Lentil soup and menemen

Posted on February 3, 2017 by elliewick

As a Peace Corps Volunteer in Swaziland, I have a limited food budget. But I also love food–both eating and making it. During PST, I cooked without an oven, refrigeration, and a non-stick skillet. Now at my permanent site, I … Continue reading →

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What’s cooking: Cinnamon apple custard pie

Posted on January 5, 2017 by elliewick

I first made this pie for Thanksgiving a few years ago when looking for something different to try. I made a few changes to the original recipe, including using a sugar cookie crust instead of a regular pie crust. This … Continue reading →

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Wednesday photo: Malandela’s

Posted on December 14, 2016 by elliewick

I live near Swaziland’s valley of heaven and it truly is beautiful. One of the beautiful places overlooking the valley is Malandela’s.  The complex includes a B&B, multiple-stage conference venue, restaurant, and shops selling locally-made products.     I have eaten … Continue reading →

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Love and hardship with my training family

Posted on November 27, 2016 by elliewick

I have wanted to write about my PST host family for a really long time. I started a post about a month into service but I could not finish it. Writing about them was too emotional. It still is now. … Continue reading →

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What’s cooking: Butternut biscuits

Posted on October 15, 2016 by elliewick

As a Peace Corps Volunteer in Swaziland, I have a limited food budget. But I also love food–both eating and making it. During PST, I cooked without an oven, refrigeration, and a non-stick skillet. Now at my permanent site, I … Continue reading →

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What’s cooking: Oatmeal muffins

Posted on September 17, 2016 by elliewick

As a Peace Corps Volunteer in Swaziland, I have a limited food budget. But I also love food–both eating and making it. During PST, I cooked without an oven, refrigeration, and a non-stick skillet. Now at my permanent site, I … Continue reading →

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What’s cooking: Tacos

Posted on September 2, 2016 by elliewick

As a Peace Corps Volunteer in Swaziland, I have a limited food budget. But I also love food–both eating and making it. During PST, I cooked without an oven, refrigeration, and a non-stick skillet. Now at my permanent site, I … Continue reading →

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