DIY Abstract Art

A fun DIY project for your home is making your own abstract art piece. That way you can be very specific and personal. My only advise is keep it simple and in line with the apartment theme. 

This home project was made using tape, to create the different yet slightly symmetrical shapes: 

Decorative Stones

Recently I have noticed a trend in using stones or pebbles at home, as decoration. Many stones are painted on, in a beautiful pattern, others have messages on them and some are even being used to label herbs in the garden.

I love this idea because not only are stones easy to work with and are strong and durable, but stones also have a zen to them, creating a peaceful atmosphere in the home.

Decorating stones and pebbles is also a fun project for kids and are a great gift to grandma.

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So next time you go to the beach, consider taking some stones home for a little home decor project.

Green Thai Curry

Last night I had Green Thai Curry and like always it was delicious.  Each bite was a perfect balance of silky smooth, fragrant, salty, sour and spicy.

One of the best parts of making thai curry, is that it is easy to make and is a sure winner every time. You can use chicken or fish, make it vegetarian or use tofu and you can use vegetables that are to your liking. It is a great dish for two or even for the whole family.

Ingredients:

• Chicken
• Green Curry Paste
• Coconut milk
• Lemon Grass
• Lime
• Garlic, Chilli and Ginger
• Vegetables ( I used Mushrooms, baby corn, tomatoes)
• Salt and Pepper and other spices to your liking

Blue and Pink Wedding

I adore the idea of having tiffany blue and pink as the colour schemes for a wedding. The colours not only represent the union of love between a man and a woman, but also complement each other seamlessly and beautifully.

The colour scheme works perfectly if you are dreaming of a glamorous hollywood theme, or even for a more delicate vintage style.

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Gift Baskets

Buying gifts can be tricky! The most important thing is being attentive and personalising. After all gifts are always appreciated more when they come from the heart. Also try and have fun with it, as it will translate into the best possible gift for your friend or family member.

Here are some great ideas I came across of gift baskets, that will get your creative juices flowing:

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Blueberry Muffins

I recently visited my grandmother and she made this amazingly moist and delicious blueberry cake. The cake tasted a lot like muffins, so I decided to remake them and they turned out great.

They are so tasty and only take about 30 mins. A great recipe for busy mornings!

Ingredients:

• 100g Flour
• 100g Butter
• 100g Sugar 
• 2 Eggs
• 1 Tsp of baking soda
• handful of blueberries (you can also use any other berry or even plums)

Slow Cooked Pig Cheeks

A few years ago I had the pleasure of eating at a delicious family owned and run, Spanish restaurant in Richmond, London. My favourite dish, amongst the many, was their pig cheeks.

So last night I decided to make slow cooked pig cheeks, with a side of roasted butternut and tomato vine. It was so delicious, with  a great balance of flavours. Pig cheeks are so tasty and when slow cooked the meat is soft and tender.

The Pig Cheeks were slow cooked in a garlic, onion, bacon, red wine, pinch of flour, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper and a dash of water, until the meat was soft and tender.

On the side I oven roasted butternut and tomatoes with olive olive and herbs, to balance the salty pig cheeks.

It was a definite success and I plan to make again at my family reunion this month.