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“Chaos” as card machines go offline at Auchan

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Fatca Pop

There was an announcement shortly after 3pm this afternoon at the Auchan’s in Cluj.   It was in Romanian, but here is a rough translation. “Dear shoppers.  We are sorry to inform you that we cannot accept payment by card at … Continue reading →

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Magic Clean now available in Cluj

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Fatca Pop

Okay, so Magic Clean has been available for some time.  But we had to use a whole carton of it, to test it, before we could recommend it. Small and portable Magic Clean is fantastic.  Not only is it environmental, … Continue reading →

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Fruit travelling further, creating higher CO2 and nitrogen footprints

Posted on February 1, 2024 by Fatca Pop

Over most of the past three years, citrus fruits in Cluj were mainly from Spain.  Your zucchini might have been from Italy.  Pears could be locally grown.  Carrots might be from Romania, Hungary, or Holland. This winter, it seems like … Continue reading →

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