Simple Orange Cake with Zesty Cream Cheese Frosting
In southern Greece, wintertime is when we get to savour the fruit from the orange groves. They say that once the oranges become the truest orange colour, it's officially winter! A common and very delicious combo of oranges and cake is the all-time greek recipe of...
Notes 12.23
"Winter is a time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it's the time for the home." ~Edith Sitwell Hello! I woke this morning feeling much relaxed and rested. A good night's sleep does wonders! Having...
When in Rome
Chiesa del Santissimo Nome di Maria al Foro Traino You know a place has had a profound effect on you when you experience your first post-trip blues! Our trip to Rome was a dream! Emerging ourselves into the culture, the sights and sounds of the daily and completely...
Notes 09.23
September...where does time go? I woke up this morning by the cooler morning breeze coming in from the shutters as I curled up under our sheet thinking that from now on I'll need to keep a quilt at the end of our bed for mornings like these. It's been a minute! But it...
It’s all in the details
Mediterranean summer style paired with the right jewellery
Freshly Squeezed Lemonade on a Summer’s Day
There is nothing more satisfying than a thirst-quenching beverage on a hot summer's day. Homemade lemonade just made the list of summer favourites! To be totally honest, this is my first time making homemade lemonade and I don't know why I waited so long! Made with...
Notes 06.23
Soft clothing. Untamed hair. Linen sheets. Golden mornings at the beach. Iced coffee. Beach reads. Saturday mornings at the farmer's market for that lush and colourful fresh produce. Watermelon and feta salad on a hot summer's day. Evenings on the balcony with...
All You Need is a Light Jacket
My sisters and I are those people that reference movie lines when the moment is just right! One of our most favourite movie quotes has to be Miss Rhode Island version of her perfect date! "It's not too hot, not too cold. All you need is a light jacket!" You couldn't...
Notes 05.23
Hello hello! Happy May! Coming to you from my office as I'm listening to the pitter-patter of the rain falling outside. We had hoped for a picnic and a gathering of wild flowers as it is a tradition in Greece on the first of May but clearly the weather...
bistro corner for our balcony
There is a definite feeling that arises with the arrival of spring—sunlight hits differently around our home, the air changes, the mood changes. Days start getting longer. Nature's sights and sounds awaken and the warmer weather allows us to enjoy all al...