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Thursday 31 October 2013

"33acts of kindness" day 11

I came across this great I inspiring image!
Love it so much that I had to share with some of the most lovely people that I know and some days they really need a reminder of the greater things in life!
Hope this message will bright up my colleagues at work!


Happy Halloween

Today I did my yoga class as a wounded yogi... Spooky Halloween to everybody! E

Wednesday 30 October 2013

"33 acts of kindness" day 10

I made a "goody bag" with energy snacks, socks and hygiene products and give it away to a homeless man on my way to work

Halloween

Trick or treat! 

Tuesday 29 October 2013

Pumpkin pie recipe

The easiest recipe ever.

Pumpkin pie...

Halloween is coming and last weekend my hubby made traditional pumpkin pie. I've never had this type of pie before - so I was super exciting about it. The result didn't disappoint - maybe I just needed a tiny bit more sugar. Recipe to follow in the next picture. 

"33 acts of kindness" day9

Today I have given a pile of books to my local library! I hope they will give others the same pleasure and knowledge they shared with me!


Monday 28 October 2013

Victoria & Albert museum.

Last weekend I went to the Victoria & Albert museum. I opted for the 'Club to Catwalk' exhibition that shows London fashion in the 1980's. I also love shopping at the V&A - it offers unique presents for everybody.

"33acts of kindness" day 8

We had a very bad weather since last night, so today's act of kindness is for the little bugs in our back garden! I done a "Bug Hotel" for them to shelter from the worse storm in a decade! I give it a 5 stars rate :-)


Sunday 27 October 2013

Halloween cupcakes

Booooo cupcakes...

Balham market

Scary cupcake maker.

Balham market.

Balham has a small local market. It offers veg & fruit, freshly made pasta, yummy cupcakes and some antique bric a brac..
I love shopping there - it's personal, it's cheaper than most places and you meet lovely people. Fridays and Saturdays are the best days to visit.

Saturday 26 October 2013

Christmas tasty treats

To cut a long story short - Basically I had way too much short crust pastry left - so my sister came up with this simple solution. Roll out the pastry to about 5mm thickness. Add sugar & cinnamon, and then fold over once. Cut in different shape & sizes, brush some egg on top and bake for 15 min in 180 degrees. It looks cute even to give as a present. Super pleased. 

Friday 25 October 2013

Lazy Oaf x Looney Tunes

Today I went to an opening event for the store Lazy Oaf. Lazy Oaf has once again teamed up with Warner Brothers (last year was a Batman theme) to design a collection of menswear, womenswear and accessories with our favourite childhood cartoon Looney Tunes. Just love it! 

"33 acts of kindness" day7

Today was a small, big act, but so simple and I hope will help lots of people in the long run ( many years from now!)
Being a organ donor is a simple act take will not change nothing in your life style, but can change lots of people's lives!


Sorry about the crappy photo, but taking pictures to a screen is always tricky!


"33 acts of kindness" day6 - the reply

I have to admit that my favorite part of the act of kindness is the people reply...

Thursday 24 October 2013

Halloween decoration

I was browsing through a website looking for Halloween ideas and I came across this table decoration. I think it's brilliant. E

"33 act of kindness"-day6

Today I feel so generous that I decided to give to everyone everything they need!


Wednesday 23 October 2013

My best friend Sandra

My beautiful friend got married last Saturday! 19th October was a sunny day for Sandra and Deividas. Was a shame I wasn't there but through the pictures I can see that the day was very special! All the best! 

"33 acts of kindness" day5

Today my random act was early.... 6.45a.m early! I popped into Vitoria Station's Starbucks and after asking for a double espresso (should asked for a quadruple!) I asked for a loyalty card with a top up of £5, and give it to the lady standing behind me in the queue! She was a bit confused, but I didn't give her time to understand....and I just vanished like a ninja :-)


Tuesday 22 October 2013

Love your life

Sometimes when it's raining outside, you are tired or have a headache and you want to blame someone for it... just stop.. and smile... and appreciate what you have around you. My top tips to cheer myself up: 
1.I have a mocha - chocolate instantly a boost with happy hormones. 
2. Browse through the Pinterest humour section.
3. Send a few jokes to my friends and family.
4. Play with my cat.
5. Have a lavender bath. 
6. Practise yoga.
7. Go for a walk.
8. Read a book.
9. Watch a 'happy' movie - my favourite is 'Despicable me'.
10.Eat that ice cream in my freezer. 

Day4- the reply


"33 acts of kindness" day4

Day4 - today I tried to put a smile in someone's face with a 'have a nice day' note in the toilet door


Monday 21 October 2013

Butternut squash & cumin soup.

Butternut squash is in season so here is a recipe to keep you warm.
Ingredients: An onion, A leek, A butternut squash, garlic, cumin and pumpkin seeds and a veg stockpot by Knorr.
Chop the onion, leek and garlic and cook off for a few minutes. Add the chopped butternut squash and sweat for 10 mins.
Add a Knorr stockpot and fill with enough water to cover the butternut squash.
Then cook through for a further 10 mins.
Blend to a smooth consistency and serve with a nob of creme fraiche and toasted pumpkin seeds. Tabasco is optional.. But recommended.E

"33 acts of kindness" Day3

Day3

Paying someone's parking!... I didn't know how expensive was parking in central London....


Sunday 20 October 2013

Sunday evenings

Don't you just love Sunday evening when outside it's raining and you sit by the fire having Sunday roast. Pure bliss. 

Saturday 19 October 2013

Duck and Waffle restaurant...

Duck & Waffle is located on the 40th floor of Heron Tower. It's the highest restaurant in the UK. The lift that takes you up is all glass so you can enjoy panoramic views of the city. The food and the service were fantastic. I had the famous 'Confit duck with duck egg and maple mustard syrup' - It tasted absolutely amazing. I know it's unusual to have duck for breakfast but... Its not everyday I go to places like this...

Friday 18 October 2013

Addicted to Travel

I found this beautiful description in a German language  - a crave for travel, being a homesick for a place you've never been - Its called Fernweh. This is so accurate for my craving of travel.E

"33 acts of kindness" Day 2

Today my act was anonymous, but no random!
I left a thank you note and a box of biscuits for the mail room boys at work!...they don't do social media, so I am keeping it anonymous even posting it in here :-)

Thursday 17 October 2013

33 acts of kindness- day 1

I'm 33 working days away from my 33th birthday, so to celebrate, I decided to do 33 acts of kindness, some completely random, some to people that realise deserve an extra treat! Keep following and feel free to share ideas and experiences!

Day 1
Afternoon tea to a homeless in Apollo Theatre in London


Radox salt.

Radox salt is the best stuff to use for your achy muscles. At the moment I'm on a yoga challenge and hot bath regime. Using Radox salts helps me get through each day of my challenge. E

Wednesday 16 October 2013

Parsnip soup with haddock.

So today I decided to make this perfect autumn soup. First you cook an onion, garlic and 800g of parsnips in butter. In the mean time poach your haddock in water or stock. Add more water to your soup base and cook until the parsnips are soft. Blend the parsnips and add flaked haddock. For decoration - chop some parsley, spring onion and boiled egg. 

Tuesday 15 October 2013

Balthazar

So finally I managed to get down to restaurant Balthazar (London). I must say the atmosphere, the food and drinks were amazing. I opted for Scallop Risotto   as a starter. For main I had a half Lobster with dauphinois potatoes and for dessert - I chose petit four. I must say the portion sizes were generous. That's good for me. 

Monday 14 October 2013

Love this jumper

I found this jumper on Asos website and I think it's totally defines me. E 

Sunday 13 October 2013

Last rays of summer in a jar

...and here it is!
My crab apple jam and jelly ready for the slice of toast!
Just like the last rays of summer in a jar.



Yogi bear doing Bikram yoga.

I found this poster on Pinterest and it made me laugh so much. ;)

Saturday 12 October 2013

Look up

Most of the time we walk and don't look at what's around us and I think sometimes we need to stop to appreciate the moment. E

Crab apple jam and jelly


I just love this time of the year!
I have this "need" to start preparing for the Winter...and nothing better then some homemade jam and jelly.
For the first time a had a go with crab apples and the result was yummy!


1) Wash and cut away stem and blossom ends
2) Bring the apples to the boil with just enough water to cover them for about 30 minutes
3) Drain the apples throw a muslin cloth or jelly bag WITHOUT squeezing the bag or the jelly will go cloudy.
4) Drain the apple flesh (the one that was left over inside of the muslin cloth/jelly bag) through a colander, just to remove pits and skin.
5)  Bring the apple "juice" to boil with sugar ratio of 10:7 (for 10 parts of juice, like 1000 gr add 7 parts of sugar, 700 gr) and juice of 1 lemon and in other pan the apple flesh with sugar ratio of 10:7, cinnamon sticks and juice of 1 orange

Friday 11 October 2013

30 day challenge.

Today is half way through my 30 day challenge... I feel tired, stiff and unmotivated  because I know I still have 15 days to go.

Thursday 10 October 2013

Addicted to travelling.

"To travel is worth any cost or sacrifice" - (Elizabeth Gilbert). 

Wednesday 9 October 2013

Bikram yoga.

My new fitness craze is Hot Bikram yoga. I've been on/off for the last year doing 26 postures in a 40 degree heat. Below is an explanation of each posture and their benefits. Namaste. E

Tuesday 8 October 2013

Christmas cardigans.

Love these colourful cardigans. 

Market weekend.

Busy busy busy.

Crafty Fox market

Last weekend I visited the Crafty Fox market. It was set up in one of the Brixton pubs. There were plenty of different traders including my favourites - Yvonne Ellen homeware, Mieary - handmade vintage accessories and Lil3birdy - nature inspired stationery. Crafty Fox market has become the go to destination for emerging designers and ideal for finding unique birthday presents. E.

Monday 7 October 2013

Healthy snack

Soak chickpeas in water over night. The following day place in boiling water for 40 mins until soft. Then place them on a clean foiled tray and cover with olive oil, garlic, cumin and sweet paprika. Roast for a further 30min at 220 degrees. Enjoy. E

Sunday 6 October 2013

Indian summer in London

Don't you just love it when the sun shines in London! It seems that everybody is happy around you. Girls look a little bit more beautiful, boys look more charismatic.❤ My lovely Sunday was spent in Brixton Village (food festival) and I managed to get to my yoga class too. I feel in high spirits so much so that I'm ready to tackle the coming week. E

Saturday 5 October 2013

Christmas present

I know it might be a bit too early - but I think this clock would be an amazing Christmas present..those little pigs are so cute. 

Friday 4 October 2013

Beauty salon


Jungle Fever is a nail salon in Soho, London run by a Lithuanian girl called Neringa. The service they provide is just outstanding. Its always a good service, great atmosphere and loads of fun. If you are in town and you want your nails done just pop in and you will not be disappointed.

E

Thursday 3 October 2013

Inspirational quote.

If you are passionate in what you do you will never regret your actions.