Monday, 24 February 2014

Happy Estonian Independence Day 2014!

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I'm back in Tallinn at the moment. It's always a joy to further my family history research, catch up with relatives and meet unacqu...
Tuesday, 18 February 2014

The Tallinn Airport Library

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In May 2013 a unique library was opened at Tallinn Airport giving travellers the opportunity not only to enjoy a good read as they wait f...
Sunday, 16 February 2014

Estonian Kringle Recipe

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It's a custom in Estonia to bake a kringle on your birthday. The easy to make, twisted plaits of bread is a delicious treat that also f...
Saturday, 15 February 2014

Who Will Represent Estonia at the Eurovision Song Contest this Year?

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Kõrsikud, Lenna Head for Eesti Laul Final Super Hot Cosmos Blues Band (Üle Josing) The annual Eesti Laul competition began on F...
Friday, 14 February 2014

Sõbrapäev - Valentine's Day (The Estonian Way!)

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Valentine's Day is celebrated a little bit differently in Estonia. While it can be celebrated romantically between couples, it's ma...
Monday, 10 February 2014

Estonia at the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi

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It was great seeing the Blue, Black and White Estonian flag raised high with pride at the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics in Sochi ...
Thursday, 6 February 2014

The Origins of the Estonia Society & Estonian Song Festival

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I was given some very interesting information this morning. I discovered that my 4th great uncle Johannes Carl Assmuth (1845-1916) was one ...