Busy Spring
Hi There, Wow – this blog is really living its own life whilst I’m hiding in my dissertation bubble. 10 more days and I’ll be back. But I have actually … Continue reading
Postcards from Sweden
A couple of weeks ago I spent a weekend in Sweden First things first – Meatballs at Riche, Stockholm Friday night Dinner and a lot of singing Saturday night and Ball at Uppsala … Continue reading
Malaysia – River Rafting
I’ve forgotten to tell you about Malaysia where we spent almost 1 week after Thailand. We stayed in Kuala Lumpur which is a big city and.. not much more than … Continue reading
Look Forward!
In a time of severe study burnout (boring!) plus the fact that I haven’t seen the sun in daaays and will most likely continue in this grey bubble for a … Continue reading
More from Sweden
This time of the year Semlan is a popular pastry in Sweden. When other people eat pancakes or dance in bright colours on Mardi Gras / Fat Tuesday the Swedes … Continue reading
Birthday Pastries from my Grandma – Recipes!
For my birthday my grandmother made me my favourite pastries. The butterflies are called Struvor and are made of a batter similar to the one you make for pancakes. You … Continue reading
Surprise Party
I have had such a great birthday weekend with my close ones! Right now I’m at Landvetter Airport waiting to board for a Heathrow Flight! See you soon London … Continue reading
Home sweet home
Took the tube to Heathrow last morning For a flight with SAS to Gothenburg. Felt like we broke some kind of record, only 1,5 hour in the air! A … Continue reading
Birthday Weekend
Today I’m flying to Sweden to celebrate my birthday with family and close friends. I’m trying to be better at Instagram so you can follow me there as well if … Continue reading
Valentines Dinner
Valentines Day! What are you guys up to? My boyfriend is for the first time willing to celebrate and is taking me to a restaurant which is yet a secret … Continue reading
Lobster Nachos
Speaking about bringing fast food into the fine dining rooms. Look at these Lobster Nachos! You’ll find them here. Maybe something to make at home for your Valentine’s Dinner?
Bob Bob Ricard
(Picture from website) Entering Bob Bob Ricard is like walking in to an ancient, Russian art deco inspired train wagon. You get placed in a booth where you find the convenient button “Press … Continue reading
Sailing in Thailand, pt 2
Here are some more pics from our sailing trip in Thailand. The last photo shows the route we made. Kantiang Bay on Koh Lanta. Pimalai Resort and Spa. (Picture from … Continue reading
Do you know what a good dinner is?
THIS is a good dinner! Venison Scotch Eggs, Mini Game Pie, Partridge Legs, Rabbit Rissole on a liquorice stick with oxford sauce and Game tea Short Rib of Red Ruby … Continue reading
January Weekend
This January weekend offered sunshine, park walks, Portobello Market, Django Unchained and a full afternoon brunch at Ben’s Canteen!
Sailing in Thailand, pt 1
The main reason why we went to Thailand was to try out the sailing. We chartered a yacht from Sunsail, Ao Po Grand Marina, and cruised our way around amazing … Continue reading
Phuket
Before we started our sailing trip we spent two nights in Phuket, more exactly Surin. We booked the hotel, Baan Chayna Resort, the same day and were very happy we … Continue reading
Santo, Portobello Road
Had a fun evening last night at Santo, Portobello Road, Notting Hill. I have never seen so much mexican food and margaritas in my whole life!
Let Asia infuse your weekend cocktails
Three refreshing drinks from Asia. I don’t have the exakt measurements but I thought it could be good as inspiration for the weekend! 1. Secret Earl Grey Cocktail Earl Grey Tea, Infused … Continue reading
Best of Bangkok – Picture Boooom!
After spending much needed 2 weeks in Sweden I headed out for my first ever visit in Asia. Our first stop was Bangkok and we flew with Qatar Airways from … Continue reading
Sneak Peak
It’s been over a month but it’s very exciting to see that many of you are still browsing PourYou every day! Here’s what I’ve been up to lately and full … Continue reading
Saffron Buns in Kristianstad
I have just spent a fantastic weekend in Kristianstad, on the Swedish east coast, still in the southern part of the country. Two of my loveliest friends live here so … Continue reading
Best Burger in Sweden
So yesterday I finally had a Max Original Meal with a Hot Creole dipping sauce and extra Chilli Cheese. Happiness in a white paper bag and something you got to … Continue reading
Malmö, Sweden
I’m done with London for this year so yesterday I flew to Copenhagen to visit my dear friend Andrea in Malmö, Sweden. Norwegian♥ made me dream even more about Bangkok. … Continue reading
Gingerbread Martini and Ping Pong
Last night meant Gingerbread Martini at the Orange before we headed to Ping!
Celebrating New Years in Thailand
In less than a month I will be in Thailand… … for NYE in Bangkok… I want to visit a floating food market! … and a full week of my … Continue reading
Friday Night – Time to try The Ivy
Hello Friday! Best day of the week, right? Here is a quick tip if you have no dinner plans tonight. THE IVY. (Close to Leicester Square, Covent Garden, SoHo. Perfect if you’ve … Continue reading
A lazy Sunday – 202, Hyde Park, The Grenadier, Gails, La Cave, Sushi and Cinema
How would you spend a lazy Sunday? You could… Eat brunch at 202 in Notting Hill with like-minded tired souls as yourself… Eggs and Bacon Full English breakfast Sweet potato … Continue reading
A Best Friend
What to cook when you see your best friend for the first time in 3 months? Pasta-Pesto-Feta Cheese bake off course! Cook the pasta. Mix with pesto … Continue reading
Xmas Event/Essex Event
Picture Time Out Last night we went to Bond Street to see the Christmas Lights. We actually missed the switch on-ceremony but we sure got a glass of champagne or two, … Continue reading
Shoreditch Night – Les Trois Garçons
Let’s go back in time to wednesday night. Shoreditch, Les Trois Garcons and 8 dishes a la French nirvana (or something?!) Luckily I didn’t have to choose from the menu as … Continue reading
Dry Martinis and Samba on 39th floor
Last night demanded something extra as we celebrated a good friend who just became a doctor of physics (How impressive?!) We started at Duke’s which is said to have the … Continue reading
Les Trois Garcons
Tonight I’m gonna try a, for me, new restaurant – Les Trois Garcons in Shoreditch. Has anyone of you been there? Looks pretty amazing! Pictures from their website … Continue reading
Out and About
Chorizo Scotch Eggs, Chopped Chicken Tarragon Salad, Pork Tournedos, Coq Au Vin I also wish I could show a picture of a wonderful dinner from tonight when I had wild boar … Continue reading
Small dishes of happiness at Inamo
I have to excuse last weeks absent. Atm I am buried in books so stay tuned for my best study-at-home-recipe (which Im sure works for other NeedAQuickMealAndCantUseMyBrain-occasions as well!) This weekend … Continue reading
Hyde Park
This day started off well with a morning walk in Hyde Park and a Salted Caramel Latte from Costa. Various pictures from my days in Hyde Park: My … Continue reading
Ceviche part 2 (I went there!)
Last week I asked if anyone wanted to take me to Ceviche. And what do you do if no one wants to? You drag your poor boyfriend with you (and lets … Continue reading
My Old Time Classic
Speaking of Dinner with the Girls. One old time classic for me is the Taco Pie. In the age 12-15 I swear me and my girlfriends made it every single … Continue reading
Girls night IN with dinner at my place and OUT at Bodo’s Schloss (4 recipes!)
Finally a weekend home in London. Off course I love seeing new places but a few days off in your own area with your good friends is always needed! This … Continue reading
Ceviche
Tonight Im making (and eating!) banana muffins and watching the American election but Im also browsing through London restaurants. I found a Peruvian place in SoHo called Ceviche which made … Continue reading
Divine Smoke at Eclipse
Last night I met up with a good friend for dinner at Baity Kitchen and drinks at Eclipse in South Ken. There’s not much to say about the food (go … Continue reading
Cheese Souffle, Eggs of different kind and… a Hunt Ball
Another great weekend came to its end yesterday and I’m back to normal life in London again. But the weekend was something special.. Friday night we drove about 2 hours … Continue reading
Country weekend
This weekend I’m on the country side again. This time it’s Cotswolds turn! We are a big group of people staying at the beautiful Bibury Court! More updates to come…
Lately in London
4 totally different restaurants I’ve been to recently and wanted to share with you. Automat - American Brasserie – Mayfair – The best place for a lazy Saturday Brunch. And the … Continue reading
Meanwhile, in the countryside
This weekend I am a couple of hours outside London with a group of people. It is insanely beautiful and even though the temperature has dropped several degrees the sun is warming … Continue reading
Blueberry Caves – Recipe
I love making small cookies and pastries. It’s so easy and they are perfect to keep frozen and defrost whenever you have guests over. These munchies are originally called Raspberry … Continue reading
New from Fortnum and Mason
It took 3 years of living in London before I had a proper Tea Pot in my house. Feels like a national fraud?! But now this beauty is here, and … Continue reading
