Themed reading is one of my not-so-secret pleasures in life. It constructs the perfect frame …
On commitments : Sagas and The Cazalet Chronicles
I am a proud Aquarius (has anyone met an Aquarius that isn’t proud of their …
Mesopotamian Dreams: Echoes of Babylon and Lapis Blue
Explore the Mesopotamian dreams woven through Elif Shafak’s There Are Rivers in the Sky, the ancient echoes of Babylon at the Louvre, and the deep blue of lapis lazuli. A journey through literature, history, and art.
Lantern Festival: Celebrating Chinese New Year with Books, Museums & a Tasty Stir-Fry Recipe
Hello friends, and happy Lantern Festival ! I’m delighted to be back with a new …
Chinese Delights : Shan Sa & Yijie Zhuang + Shrimp & Bok-Choy Stir-Fry
One of my greatest joys is entering a museum shop. I’ve rarely found one that …
Gao Xingjian, Pearl Buck and the Flow of QiGong
Whenever I thought of the remote possibility of travelling to China, I always felt a …
Happy Chinese New Year : Celebrating the Season with Great Reads
Hello friends, and Happy New Year ! Or should I say Happy Chinese New Year, …
Surprising Provence : contemporary reads and fresh inspiration
Hello friends ! Welcome back to my little corner of Provence. After visiting the classics …
Eternal Provence : must read classics and Provençal traditions
Bienvenue en Provence ! Welcome friends, to my travel and reading log of this summer’s …
All aboard ! Travel memoirs to prepare for my next adventure
Hello friends, and welcome to my latest travel from home ritual. It’s almost summer holiday …
