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72-Hour Guide to Spain: Lanzarote
Lanzarote is one of those places where you know you will have a good relaxing vacation thanks to its chilled vibe and balmy climate, with average temperatures around 22ºC. Unlike other, bigger Canary islands, such as Gran Canaria and Tenerife, Lanzarote is much quieter and friendlier for couples, families and retirees, and makes a perfect European getaway. Also, in my husband’s family, Lanzarote holds a special place as they have been spending summer vacations there for many years in a row and it feels more like a second home. Day 1 As we landed in Arrecife, Lanzarote’s small capital, we picked up our hired car and hit the road. The first…
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Blueberries and Ricotta Pancakes
Today I woke up and felt like having pancakes! Normally, on a weekend I would make banana pancakes or Belgian waffles, but I remembered having some ricotta cheese in my fridge and an easy recipe for ricotta pancakes I saved on Pinterest. It was a perfect excuse to try them out and oh, boy, I am glad I did. They came out so delicious and fluffy with mouthwatering blueberries bursting in the mouth that I had to share the recipe. INGREDIENTS 225 gr plain flour 185 gr ricotta cheese 2 eggs 1 tbsp caster sugar 1 tsp baking powder pinch of salt 375 ml buttermilk (you can also use kefir or…
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TSV Tips: DIY Pom Poms Sandals
With summer approaching fast, I was thinking of getting new summer sandals – something fun and colorful. Instead of buying a new pair and inspired by my Instagram feed, I decided to make my own pom poms sandals that will work both for city adventures and exotic getaways. Today, I am excited to share my super simple guide on how to make your own pom poms sandals by using inexpensive and accessible materials. Ever since Dolce & Gabbana, Aquazurra and other designers featured pom poms in their collections, pom poms have taken high street fashion world by storm. Source: Dolce and Gabbana Dozens of high street fashion brands replicated the trend in various interpretations,…
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Fashionista’s Guide to Discount Shopping
Like every fashionista, I love shopping. Who doesn’t?! Especially in London, world’s shopping paradise with million of choices ranging from high street retailers to luxury brands. But London shopping ain’t cheap so I am always on the lookout for good bargains. Today, I am sharing my 7 top tips and tricks to get the best possible shopping discounts both in store and online and save hundreds of pounds. 1.Subscribe to online newsletters Every high street brand that has a website will offer option of subscribing for their updates and electronic newsletter. There are two advantages to do that. One is brands will often offer initial discount of 10-25% off the first…
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Sweet Potatoe and Chocolate Brownies
If you are a chocolate addict like me, you will love this recipe of sweet potatoe and chocolate brownies I made yesterday! I first discovered this recipe thanks to Joe Wicks (aka the Body Coach); however, I slightly changed the recipe by adding walnuts and dropping orange zest that he recommends. These brownies, which are healthier than the traditional flour-based version, have simply gorgeous texture and taste. They are very easy and quick to make and can be consumed as a great post-workout snack or dinner time dessert. INGREDIENTS 500g sweet potatoes (2-3 depending on the size) 100g dark chocolate (or you can use 50/50 dark and milk chocolate) 30g oats 2-3 tbsp whey protein (optional) 1…
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An Afternoon in Cinque Terre
Imagine spending an afternoon in Cinque Terre, one of the most picturesque spots in Italy and, probably, in the world? Cinque Terre (translated as ‘five lands’) is a colorful collection of five small fishing villages – Corniglia, Manarola, Monterosso, Riomaggiore, and Vernazza – nested on dramatic looking seaside cliffs. So, join me on an afternoon stroll through these medieval villages and explore their beauty and unique vibe. After a couple of hours driving from bustling Milan through Italy’s stunning countryside, my friend and I have arrived in La Spenzia, closest town to Cinque Terre. From there, we hopped on a local monorail that runs along the coast of Ligurian Sea…
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Smart and Stylish Packing for Winter Break
Having visited Scandinavian countries each year now (you can read my Norway and Iceland blogs), I have been perfecting my skills of warm and practical, yet stylish winter dressing. After all this blog is all about travelling in style, right?! I think the key to successful winter dressing is layering and choosing options that are light but warm. In this post I am sharing my packing tips and tricks for winter holidays. Based on my experience, I created a quick and easy packing list for winter holidays. PACKING LIST City break: Base layers: thermal underwear, thermal leggings/long jones (or brushed tights for girls), camisole (for girls) followed by long-sleeve t-shirt, wool socks…
