Pig Trotters Found in a Yambol Kitchen

 You never know what you find in Yambol kitchens. Today I saw some pig trotters, something you don't see every day. Someone's evening snack in waiting.

Halloween Calls in Yambol

the night before Halloween, Admiral Nightclub present a Halloween night event no doubt spilling into the actual day of Halloween. Coronavirus is however more scary than any Halloween antics.

 

Autumn Leaves Suddenly Appear in Yambol

 All of a sudden the leaves turn Autumnal in Yambol. It is a sudden turn of season colour that hits you unexpectically. Beautiful and more to come.

Probably the Last Outdoors Cucumber in Yambol

 With November just around the corner, this is probably the last cucumber grown outside without protection against the elements.

GERB Office in Yambol

 Not too popular nowadays, the GERB political party is subject to public protests requesting resignations. This GERB office in Yambol hasn't seen much activity in recent times. 

Sunrise Looking East in Yambol

 Always worth getting up early just to greet the sun in the morning. Looking East sunrise never fails in Yambol scaling the trees in slow motion.

DIY Fly Scarer in Yambol

 This trick was explained to me by a local Yambol resident. The flies see an enlarged reflection of themselves on the reflective plastic and this scares them away as they don't recognise the bigger fly as themselves. Not sure if it works, but a cheap method if nothing else.

All Set For Rakia Making in Yambol

Looks like everything is ready for rakia making in Yambol. Wine in barrels, wood, soda and salt in waiting. Typical materials needed for a good spirit for Christmas and beyond.

 

Peppers Seen Sunbathing in Yambol

 A vibrant sight was seen today in Yambol with peppers sunbathing in lovely autumn weather. No doubt they will eventually be eaten or stored for winter.

A Present - A Bottle of Rakia Made in Yambol

 It was a pleasant surprise to receive a bottle of freshly made rakia today from my neighbour in Yambol. 100ml will go down nicely with a salad this evening!

Walnuts Fall With Strong Winds in Yambol

 There are a few benefits when there is a strong wind and this was one of them in Yambol. Walnuts were blown off the tree and a free treat for those who pass after the event.

Cabbages Doing Well in Yambol

 Cabbages are a staple diet in the winter in Yambol and as you can see they are doing well. They will be put in salt water in a barrel and become a regular guest on the dinner table.

Ready for Distilling Rakia in Yambol

 It hasn't gone unnoticed that this is the time for making rakia out of grapes. you cannot fail to smell the alcohol as you pass places where the fermented grapes are being processed. This group of barrels should soon be distilled providing ample rakia for the coming winter.

No Tap Water in Yambol - No Problem

On visiting a friend on the outskirts of Yambol, he has no tap water connected. To him, this is not a problem as he has a gravity-based water system that he refills each day. To us it is primaeval, but to him, it is normal having not had mains water all his life.

Lutenitsa Being Made Outside an Apartment Block in Yambol

 The smell of roasted pepper is unmistakable this time of year in the year. The smell is a sure telltale sign that the process of making lutenitsa is in progress. A common sight outside apartment blocks in Yambol,

The Flowerbed Clock in Yambol City Garden

 Clocks don't have a great say in Bulgarian culture. Having said that the is a dominant clock in Yambol City Garden. The time told in a flowerbed is unique and of course, the shrubs tell you what season it is on a broader scale!

Coloured Yambol Sign in the City Gardens

 Recently put up in the City Gardens is a coloured sign stating Yambol. This is loved by many and especially children who use it as a climbing frame!

Yambol's Library Bathed in Sun

Taken from tone fo the entrances of the city gardens you can see Yambol's library bathed with a warm Autumn sun in October.

 

Shattered Tarmac Surrounds a Yambol Manhole

 Like many other manholes and drains in Yambol, there is shattered tarmac that surrounds them. The level of the manhole cover often is not level with the road, therefore, takes more impact when driven over, hence the surrouding rubble.

Weathered Concrete Barrier in Yambol

 Although less than two years old, this concrete barrier is weathered in Yambol. Not just fromt he weather but being battered from people, buggies, bikes and boots.

Solar-Powered Lamp in Yambol City Gardens

 Solar-power is all the rage worldwide right now and Yambol is no exception. These solar-powered lamps in the City Garden are eco, low maintenance and stylish.

A View of Yambol City Centre Gardens

 Yambol City Centre is blessed with a recently renovated garden area which adds beauty to the environment. A perfect place to rest up at lunchtime for workers and for me well away from shops.

Typical Street Lamp in Yambol

 The lampost is a bit retro in style but this street lamp is typical of what you will see in Yambol centre. and naturally a typical stopping place for dogs.

Doughnuts For Sale in Yambol

 An American fad now in Yambol with a stand selling doughnuts freshly fried. The smell going past is a good advert for indulging and of course, leads to another American fad obesity!

Kids Catered for Whilst Sipping Coffee in Yambol

 It is a common sight to see entertainment for children alongside places to sip coffee. A few minutes break while riding the play machines makes all the difference to having a break.

Fancy Balcony Railings in Yambol

 If you look up whilst walking in Yambol you see things most people don't see. This is an example of just that with a fancy balcony railing seen.

Home-made Tapestry in a Yambol Home

 this framed tapestry was made by hand by the resident of this Yambol home. It is common to see tapestry hanging from walls in Yambol, many done by hand by the resident Baba (Grandmother). In the winter months, there is lots of time spare and this hobby ideal this time of year.

Lucky Elephants in a Yambol Home

 In many homes in Yambol, you will find elephants sitting or hanging around. Usually facing the wall they are considered lucky hence the popularity. Most are Indian elephants with smaller ears. This one is hangin down hiding an electric cable casing.

Typical Village Clogs Parked Outside a Front Door in Yambol

 A common sight is village clogs that are usually parked outside front doors in Yambol. Very handy for a quick walk in the garden or to the local shops. No laces or buckles to bother with and of course 100% waterproof.

Hitting Walnuts from a Third Floor Apartment in Yambol

 

You can just about see a bloke with a stick hitting the branches of a walnut tree from the third floor of an apartment. His friend is waiting with a bucket below to collect the fallen produce!

Home-made Water Dispenser in Yambol

 Seen in a Yambol Summer House was a home-made water dispenser. It works well but needs filling up every day as there is no direct water into the building.