I recently just studied abroad in Poland for a year and I had the same scripted convos, especially with my family once back home, about preservatives. I found it refreshing to buy bread so often and hopefully my body appreciated the lack of chemicals I was recieving. 

Anyway, I found your blog from matadornetwork and became enthralled. I am currently applying to teach english in Spain after graduation in May. So hopefully... Anyway, I will continue to read about your adventures! My friend from Sofia tell me that it's beautiful, so I hope you enjoy it all!!