I want some colour!

Such a gray and gloomy Saturday.

I decided that a fresh, colorful lunch 

is what i need!

We had teriyaki salmon, broccoli and 

tomato&mozzarella salad. So good!

Spring 2015 shoe trend: sneakers!

I can't imagine life without sneakers!

Trainers are having a fashion moment!

Choose the ones that suit your style

and wear them everywhere!

I really like those Stan Smith sneakers))

It was magical last night!

Such an unusual angle of the setting sun!

Little S took this picture on her mobile phone.

Oriental turkey meatballs

500g turkey mince

1 egg

1 cup fresh breadcrumbs

3 spring onions, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 cm ginger, finely chopped

1 Tbsp soy sauce

1 tsp sugar

1 tsp sesame oil

1 Tbsp Mirin

salt, pepper to taste

Mix all the ingredients.

Roll them into balls.

Fry in oil until done!

I served the meatballs with stir-fried noodles and courgettes cut into strands using the spiral slicer.

Courgette and carrot spaghetti

Courgette and carrot spaghetti with garlic and chili.

I bought this device 

which is called Spirelli spiral slicer.

 

It is absolutely genius!

It creates long spirals

which you can use in salads and stir-fries.

Amber

Do you believe in healing effect of Baltic amber?

Some still believe and use it for its magnificent healing power.

That's what I learned:

"Amber serves as an excellent pain relief for the upper body including the head, neck and throat areas, especially for congestion. Amber necklaces and bracelets can control other aches and pains associated with rheumatism, arthritis, and aching muscles and joints. What’s more, Baltic amber has the amazing ability to function as a remedy for anxiety and eliminates fatigue and weariness." 

Well, I am going to find out soon!

 I was given this necklace as a gift from my mother-in-law)

Kung Hei Fat Choy!

Our Chinese New Year celebration.

Simple and delicious Chinese-inspired food.

Wishing you a prosperous year!

DIY Motivational Print

I just love graphic prints.

I thought I can make a motivational poster!

You choose the words, print it out, frame it 

and voila!

Princess and the Pea))

Happy Birthday to my princess!

14 years old today!

At Victoria's New York Fashion Show

Victoria Beckham stylish as ever

 prepares to present her latest collection at

New York Fashion Week show.

Victoria's black jumper

at  Net-a-Porter

Pancake day!

Cinnamon roll pancakes

Makes 9 pancakes

Cinnamon filling:

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, just melted (not boiling)

1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar

1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Pancakes:

1 egg

6-7 Tbsp self-raising flour

about 1 cup milk

1 Tbsp sugar

pinch salt

1 Tbsp oil

Prepare the cinnamon filling:

In a bowl, stir together the butter, brown sugar and cinnamon. Scoop the filling into a quart-sized heavy zip baggie and set it aside  for 10 minues.

Prepare the pancake batter:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. Whisk in the milk, egg and oil.

Cook the pancakes:

Heat a large, nonstick skillet over medium-heat and pour 1Tbsp of oil. Add 2 Tbsps of batter to the pan. Snip the corner of your baggie of cinnamon filling and squeeze the filling into the open corner. When your pancake begins to form bubbles, add the filling. Starting at the center of the pancake, squeeze the filling on top of the pancake batter in a swirl (just as you see in a regular cinnamon roll). Cook the pancake 2 to 3 minutes, or until the bubbles begin popping on top of the pancake and it's golden brown on the bottom. Slide a thin, wide metal spatula underneath the pancake and gently but quickly flip it over. Cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes, until the other side is golden as well. When you flip the pancake onto a plate, you will see that the cinnamon filling has created a crater-swirl of cinnamon. Wipe out the pan with a paper towel, and repeat with the remaining pancake batter and cinnamon filling.

*Tips for the cinnamon filling: Before swirling, open up the baggie again and give it a good stir to re-incorporate any butter that may have separated from the sugar. You want the mixture to thicken a bit- it's best when it's similar to the squeezing texture of a tube of toothpaste, which will happen if you leave it at room temperature for several minutes. Don't try to use the filling for the pancake swirl unless it has thickened as it will be too runny to make a solid swirl.

Found recipe here

Homemade meatballs

400g beef mince

1 egg

1 large onion, finely chopped or processed in a food processor

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs

1 Tbsp Worcester sauce

salt, pepper

 Mix all the ingredients really well.

Roll with your wet hands the mince mixture into about 20-24 meatballs.

Add 3–4 tablespoons of olive oil to a hot pan. Brown the meatballs all over, but be careful not to break them up.

Transfer the meatballs into a roasting dish and cook in the oven for about 10-15 minutes.

For the sauce:

1 Tbsp flour

1 Tbsp butter

1 cup beef stock

1/2 cup cream

1 tbsp soy sauce

pepper to taste

In a skillet, melt butter. When butter is melted, sprinkle flour into skillet. Stir to make a smooth roux.

Add beef stock, stirring to keep the sauce smooth. Add cream. Add soy sauce. Season to taste.

Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer and allow to simmer until desired consistency. Serve alongside meatballs.

Lancome Miracle Cushion

Happy Valentine's Day to those who have found love!

Pasta with Salmon

Pasta with Salmon

For two:

200g salmon, cubed

150ml cream

200g pasta

2 cloves garlic

1/2 carrot, sliced

1/2 cup peas

olive oil

Cook the pasta according to packet instructions in a pan of salted boiling water. 3 minutes before end add peas, then drain.

Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan, add the garlic and carrots and fry for 2-3 minutes.

Add the salmon cubes and double cream and continue to cook over a gentle heat for five minutes, or until the salmon has cooked through.

Stir in the drained pasta and season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper. 

Miso soup

My daughter's favorite Miso soup.

Sooo good!... 

Beautiful tulips to brighten up gray Friday.

It seems that everybody is having a flu!

Flu season? 

Teen pictures on the wall

We have new pictures on the wall.

Little S wanted a change.

Cute pictures were replaced with cool))

Pink

I picked these pretty pink tulips

which made me smile)

Sunday

Pancakes are not just for Pancake Day!

1 egg

about a cup of milk

5Tbsp flour

pinch salt

1Tbsp sugar

Makes app. 8-9 pancakes.

Blueberry

I love blueberry!

So yummy with yogurt, coconut, milled linseeds&goji berries!

Fresh and healthy!