It's spring time! I'm back home in London after my extensive travels just in time for one of my favourite seasons of the year. The one that signifies new beginnings! The sun is finally showing through the clouds- amazing how a bit of sun in London brings out positive energy and confidence... Enough confidence for... Continue Reading →
Daniele Tamagni Street Photography Weekend 13-14th April
If you're a fan of world photography, or even photography for that matter, the name Daniele Tamagni should ring a bell. Long before Daniele's acclaimed recognition, I was lucky enough to have worked with him in my earlier days of modelling. Above is a shot by Daniele as I prepared for our photo-shoot in London. His... Continue Reading →
Pup gets all the ‘VIP’ attention!
It's not everyday you see a puppy in an airport let alone an airline lounge! So I couldn't help snap up some pics of this cute puppy who won over the hearts of us waiting passengers at the Alitalia VIP lounge in Rome. The cute 3 month old pup was comfortably snuggled up to its... Continue Reading →
Preview Milan Design Fair- Salone del Mobile 2013
Without a doubt the most exciting time to be in Milan is during its world-famous Design Week! Since my first visit to the Salone del Mobile three years ago; the annual furniture event which introduced me to the 'fun' in furniture, I've been no stranger to Milan whenever I come to Italy. So it's with... Continue Reading →
Ghana Contemporary presents KA.LEI.DO.SCOPE
Ghana is developing fast. The proof is most definitely evident in its diverse social scene. From music to art, restaurants to hotels, Ghana is certainly making a statement with its capital city Accra as the show piece for the world to view. In less than 24 hours of stepping off the plane at Kotoka International... Continue Reading →
Another round of Czech please!
Beach, mountain, forest, or somewhere else entirely? (Daily Prompt by wordpress.com). I first went to the Czech Republic in 2008 when a lovely family who have become like my own whenever I visit, agreed to a spontaneous 'culture exchange' experience (think along the story line of The Holiday featuring Kate Winslet and Cameron Diaz)! Rollerblading... Continue Reading →
Jewel in the heart of Pelourinho… H.Stern
You may be familiar with the Brazilian jewellers H.Stern which has stores located internationally, including world-famous Harrods in Knightsbridge London. If you're a lover of all things beautiful, don't be surprised to find yourself in drawn towards the H.Stern store located in the heart of Salvador's historical district, Pelourinho. Bahia's influence has proudly found its way... Continue Reading →
Sugar and Spice and all things nice… Seconds!
There's always room for more delicious foods!... I revisit some of my favourite travel food moments! A moment on the lips- a life time on the hips but always worth every bite! My ultimate Cheesecake Factory moment... Ummmm! Related articles Cheesecake Factory pasta on list of caloric "food porn" (news.yahoo.com) Protein Powder Cheesecake Healthy and... Continue Reading →
Chocolate… Like me!
We are all chocolate! Sweet and divine we are, descending from the dirt of the earth, the fruit of life given by Theobroma, food worthy of the gods themselves, our roots in Africa and its vast diaspora, cocooned by a protective shell, our seeds cultivated to be roasted until 'blackened', how our darkness has pathed... Continue Reading →
Fears of a Travel Addict… Right of a wo(mb)man
There are many factors of travelling alone I'm fearful of, yet I rarely voice them- not even to friends or family. The last thing I need is a scenario confessing to a member of family my fears on the potential dangers I could face coming Brazil alone for 3 months, or how insecure I was... Continue Reading →