The feeling of
November
Some say it’s the month of nothing — of in-betweens — even disliking its mood. And then there are the ones like me, who look at the world through a lens of perpetual joy and treat November as a serious playground for Christmas preparations, taking every excuse to let the horses run wild with festive baking, hearty cooking, cosy jumpers, and far too many candles lit each evening.
Personally, I think November is stunning. Somewhere, the trees have already had their annual leaf fall. Elsewhere, they show no sign of letting go any time soon. And in some places, there are those few stubborn survivors still clinging to the branches. Yet no matter which part of the world it is (almost), no matter the trees, they’re transformed into delicate hangers for tiny Christmas lights, switched on each day at an exact time to brighten the city and its mood. And to me, there’s a kind of magic in that — the same sort that lives in a mix of Christmas spices baked into a biscuit or simmered into a mulled wine. In overindulging in hot chocolate, a few too many glasses of champagne, and far too many festive events. But that’s what this month is all about — and we’d better enjoy it.
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Paris tour. October
From coffee and roast chicken at Marché des Enfants Rouges to caramel-filled mushrooms and tarama eaten on Place de la République, cocktails in the tiniest of cocktail bars, and dinner with champagne and shared plates. And that’s only the first day — 16 kilometres of walking, incredible food, and the weather absolutely spoiling us, making everyone wonder what day two will bring. Discover
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Paris in festive season.December, 2025
There’s nothing quite like Paris in December: festive lights twinkling everywhere, chestnuts roasting at street stalls, mulled wine served in the most delightful way, and bûche de Noël appearing in every pâtisserie. Discover
RECIPES
From simple appetisers and dinner dishes to easy-to-make cookies, tarts and more laborious cakes. But, mostly, all French and seasonal. Visit
HOME
From essentials like the softest and best-made duvets and cleaning materials to scents, candles, interior design accessories and all that makes your home the best place to live in. Visit
Drinks
One can pretend that a meal without wine is the best. But one can also be honest and say that it lacks that excitement of discovery. Some may say that coffee is the worst thing ever, exchanging it for tea or a chai latte, while others say that one cup of coffee is such a pleasure that it even times stops. And there is no right or wrong, as long as the product you use is made with respect, love and, preferably, a sustainable approach. Visit
BEAUTY
No matter the beauty rituals we have, we do have some. Some get by with a simple wash with soap. Some need four different products. Some crave an SPA visit every day, and some do not wish for anything annoying to their perfect, natural skin. I like to have a bit of everything, yet, as long as it is natural, clean and makes my mind and body happy. Visit
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EVENT
Cooking weekends. Burgundy and Latvia
April, May, September 2025
