TODAY'S MENU {Cherry Clafoutis}

{The Ladder Theory}

What started as a love for sliding ladders in every kitchen, living room and study became my most practical decorating tool...

TODAY'S MENU {Retro Rock Candy Floss}

{Vintage Art in a Modern World}

There are two things I have always been envious of:

1. People who can draw (a gene I was born without)

2. People who have travelled the world.

So, naturally when I stumbled upon these vintage airline posters they were the ultimate incentive!

TODAY'S MENU {Profiteroles with Chocolate Sauce}

{A Provençal Affair}

I just returned from a week-long trip to San Francisco, which felt more like a European vacation thanks to all the beautiful regions I was able to visit. Between the striking stores and breathtaking backdrops I felt a spark of inventiveness, the most heartening being Provence!

*GIFT* Arrive for afternoon tea with a lovely bar of Pré de Provence scented soap, a sweet box of matches or a pair of printed rooster hand towels

*GREEN* Wow your host by wrapping fresh lavender in recycled sheet music

TODAY'S MENU {Strawberry Shortcake}

{Food for Thought}

A while back I received these promos from the lovely and talented photographer Andrea Bricco. Instead of tossing the cards in the trash I thought it be best to hold on to them in case an inspiration drought should strike.

Coming from a magazine background I've seen my fair share of creative tips and tricks, but food stylist Maelle De Schutter managed to wow me with her adorable (not to mention eco-friendly) presentation. The perfect pairings for one fabulous picnic!

TODAY'S MENU {Frozen Yogurt Cones}

{Coast to Coastal}

I've recently made the big move from the East to the West coast. Not discounting my love for the bustling city vibe, the decision had nothing to do with a geographical itch and everything to do with a great romance.

So, needless to say, I am a dark-haired, scarf-sporting, blackberry-obsessed city gal trying to find her way in a new and might I add very laid back metropolis...and what better way to honour my new digs than to embrace its utmost solid foundation? The beach!

*GREEN* Create your very own collection by recycling old bottles and filling them with beautiful pastels

Accents such as coral and shells collected at the beach are a great way to achieve that coastal cottage vibe

*GIFT* Silk-printing paragon Thomas Paul covers every square foot of the home with his colourful designs. Melamine dessert plates to bath towels, perhaps a quirky throw pillow or a nautical-inspired wristlet for that fashionista friend of yours?

TODAY'S MENU {Margherita Pizza}

{Eat, Pray, Love, Eat Again?}
Call me predictable, but in light of my undying love for Julia Roberts, obsessive passion for travelling and, well, stuffing my face with delicious chow, going to see the movie Eat Pray Love was a no-brainer!
While reading the book last year I pictured miles of breathtaking scenery and bottomless spaghetti bowls, but seeing it on the big screen far surpassed my imagination. The clothes, the views, let's not forget the food, surely anything that shines upon such fine genres deserves two thumbs up!