Books, Tennis and Roland Garros It’s that time of year again—Roland Garros is back, and with it comes the unmistakable rhythm of clay underfoot, the hush before a serve, the drama of a five-set match under the Parisian sun, and…
Inspired by The Magus by John Fowles, this salad is more than a recipe—it’s a sensory bridge to the sun-drenched landscapes of Greece, where the novel is set. As I read, one feeling became inescapably vivid: the intense, sweltering heat…
10 Soul-Soothing Rules for Restorative Reading Reading as a Path to Inner Calm Reading is more than a pastime. It’s a sanctuary, a return to yourself. In a world of constant noise, mindful reading can become a daily ritual of…
Reading Through the Storm
Step into the captivating world of fine jewelry at L’École, School of Jewelry Arts (L’École des Arts Joailliers), located in the heart of Paris. Founded in 2012 with the support of Van Cleef & Arpels, L’École is dedicated to sharing…
Discovering Novels Inspired by a Paris Pearl Exhibit Themed reading is one of my not-so-secret pleasures in life. It constructs the perfect frame for escapism and gives me the opportunity to explore subjects I would have probably ignored without a…
Sagas and The Cazalet Chronicles I am a proud Aquarius (has anyone met an Aquarius that isn’t proud of their sign ?) and as such, my commitments are both essential and rare. It’s not that I’m afraid of commitment, I…
For Romantic Readers and Creative Souls A bookshop will forever be a paradise for readers. It holds the promise of thousands of imaginary lives that are not only on display but can be taken home as new jewels in your…
In the windswept Irish coastal town of Ballinacroagh, where Marsha Mehran’s three Iranian sisters seek refuge and renewal, the arrival of spring carries both promise and memory—the promise of fresh beginnings and the bittersweet memory of Nowruz celebrations in a…
How Re-Reading Big Magic and Artist Dates Reignite Inspiration When I decided to dedicate this week’s post to creativity, it never crossed my mind that I would have so many doubts and reservations when putting pen to paper. So I’m…
