Lifestyle
Living here: housing, money, family and everyday life.
A Guest's Guide to Romanian Weddings: Customs, Gifts and What to Expect
Romanian weddings are lively, generous affairs with customs that go back generations. Here’s what to expect as a guest, from church ceremonies to midnight dances.
Registering with a Family Doctor in Romania: A Practical Guide
New to Romania? Here’s how to find and register with a family doctor (medic de familie) to access state healthcare.
How Romanians Celebrate Christmas Eve: Food, Fasting and Family
Discover the rich traditions of Romanian Christmas Eve, from the meatless festive meal to carol singing and the lighting of the Yule log.
How to Read a Romanian Utility Bill: A Practical Guide
Understanding your monthly utility bills in Romania can be confusing at first. This guide explains the common charges, terms and payment methods so you can manage your household costs with confidence.
A Seasonal Guide to Romanian Produce: What to Buy When
Romania’s markets follow the seasons. This guide helps you choose the freshest local fruits and vegetables throughout the year.
Essential Romanian Phrases for Everyday Life: A Practical Guide
Learn the most useful Romanian words and expressions for greetings, shopping, and getting around, so you can navigate daily life with confidence.
How to Sort Recycling in Romania: A Simple Guide
Recycling schemes vary across the country, but the basics are the same. Here's how to sort paper, plastic, glass and residual waste like a local.
How to Read a Romanian Wine Label: A Beginner's Guide
Learn the key terms on Romanian wine labels so you can choose with confidence, from grape varieties to quality levels.
How to Make Sarmale: Romania’s Beloved Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
Sarmale are the centrepiece of Romanian festive tables and a year-round comfort food. This step-by-step guide shows how to make them the traditional way, from sour cabbage leaves to slow-cooked rolls.
A Practical Guide to Romanian Pharmacies: What to Know Before You Go
How to find what you need, understand common medicines, and navigate the system like a local.
How to Rent a Flat in Romania: A Practical Guide for Tenants
From searching to signing the lease, here is what you need to know about renting a home in Romania as a tenant.
Digital mammography and early breast cancer detection: what Romanian women should know
Romanian medical guidance says mammography is the standard screening test for breast cancer. Here is what the digital version offers, who should be screened and when.
Large UK study links different types of alcohol to different death risks
A study of more than 340,000 people found that beer, spirits and wine were linked to different outcomes. Researchers stress the results show association, not proof of cause.
Romanian Superstitions: Everyday Beliefs That Still Shape Daily Life
From not whistling indoors to the power of red thread, Romania’s folklore is woven into everyday routines. Here’s a practical guide to the beliefs you’ll encounter.
How to Use Public Transport in Romania: Buses, Trams and Trolleybuses
From buying tickets to understanding routes, here's how to navigate Romania's buses, trams and trolleybuses like a local.
How to Make Mămăligă: Romania’s Comforting Polenta at Home
A simple guide to preparing creamy, golden mămăligă, the traditional Romanian cornmeal dish that goes with everything from stews to cheese and sour cream.
Name Days in Romania: Why Your Sfânt Matters More Than Your Birthday
In Romania, a name day can bring as many greetings as a birthday. Here is how the custom works, who celebrates, and how to join in politely.
Mărțișor: How Romania Welcomes Spring on the First of March
Every year on 1 March, Romanians exchange small red-and-white tokens to mark the start of spring. Here is the story behind the tradition and how to join in.