A Gentle Lactose-Free Life in Dubai
In a previous blog post, I wrote about our gluten-free life in Dubai. In our family, we do not avoid gluten completely, but we have started to pay a little more attention to it in
June 4, 2026
Alain Ducasse: The Flavors of Memory That Draw Me In
An Article I Never Forgot Many years ago, when I was taking a French translation course, I read an article that has stayed with me ever since. It was about Alain Ducasse, one of France’s
May 28, 2026
Dinner at La Petite Maison in Dubai’s DIFC
The other day, we went to La Petite Maison to celebrate my husband’s birthday. The restaurant had been recommended to us by someone my husband knows through work, and it turned out to be a
May 21, 2026
A Gentle Gluten-Free Start in Dubai
Recently, there is something I have started paying a little more attention to in our family meals. Gluten-free foods. The reason was my husband’s recent health check, including an allergy test and blood test. He
May 15, 2026
Asparagus Recipes to Enjoy This Spring in Europe
When spring arrives in Germany, Spargelzeit — asparagus season — officially begins, and white asparagus starts appearing in supermarkets and restaurants everywhere. Previously, I wrote about my first asparagus season in Germany and the little
May 7, 2026
Make-Ahead Breakfast Ideas: Not Too Sweet Bakes for the Family
In our family, I often prepare simple baked treats for breakfast. Since mornings can be quite busy, I like to make them in advance so we can enjoy them for a few days. It actually
April 29, 2026
Strawberry Dessert Recipes: Easy & Elegant Ideas
Strawberry season has arrived once again. This time, I would like to share a collection of strawberry desserts. In a previous post, I focused on strawberry season in Germany and the simple charm of Erdbeerkuchen
April 23, 2026
Venice, Vol.3 – Where Venice Slows Down
In this final chapter of my Venice journey, I wandered through different neighborhoods at my own pace, capturing moments and scenes that stayed with me. Arsenale On our last morning, the sun was shining brightly—perfect
April 18, 2026
Venice Vol.2: From Opera to Vivaldi – A Musical Venice
In Vol.1, I introduced some of Venice’s most iconic sights, such as St. Mark’s Square and the Grand Canal. This time, I would like to explore the city from a different perspective—through music. It is
April 10, 2026
Venice, Vol.1: A City Shaped by History and Water
My Third Visit to Venice A few years ago, we visited Venice during my children’s Easter holiday. This was actually my third time in the city. The first time was during my student years in
March 25, 2026
Dates in Dubai: A Taste of Everyday Life
Dates have long been one of my favorite dried fruits. Even when I was living in Germany, I would occasionally pick up a pack at the supermarket and enjoy them as a simple treat. I
March 20, 2026
Copenhagen Weekend Vol.2: Towers, Seaside Walks, and a Harbor Lunch
The Saturday after our delicious pork dinner began once again in the cold winter air of Copenhagen. The city was still quiet in the morning, with only a few people out on the streets. Soft
March 12, 2026
