There is so much talk about hydrating and hydrating even more, specially now in the summer, that I feel like sharing some thoughts on that very important element that we all need, namely, water. Water, as we all know, comprises of over 70% of the planet, and interesting almost the same amount of our body …
Sundays in summer stretch like enchanted lakes, still and endless. On such days, breakfast on the sunny terrace is a treat. I particularly love this almost vegan version, with fresh rolled oats, soy yogurt, topped with Nutella (the non-vegan part) and fresh fruits. This one has strawberries from the garden, mango, grapes and cherries. I …
Alllium ursinum or the wild garlic is used quite extensively in the German spring wild herb cuisine. Bunches of these very strong garlic scented leaves are found in the weekly open markets during spring. Normally, this would be used in potato-based soups or even Italian-style pesto. I roughly chopped them up before dropping them in …
In the middle of the stark bleakness of the winter garden, when everything around is like a sepia photograph, rises the one diva: the hellebore. Although, this is a woodland plant, the white one in my garden does not mind being in a sheltered area outside the office window. This is the first of the …
Orchestra Golden rudbeckia, chocolate dahlia, pure daisy, fragrant sweet-pea, honey scented buddleia, tall verbena, delicate dill, and a spot of sunshine