The Tuareg people of Algeria’s Sahara desert say you can survive the inhospitable climate on just 3 dates for 9 days. If you don’t find water on the 10th day, you die. Well, I guess that’s the bad news. Dates have been cultivated in the arid deserts of the Middle East and North Africa for…
Author: Erin - My Little Paris Life
Zlabia North African Honey Fritters 💥
DEEP FRIED SUGAR PRETZEL. That’s basically what we’re talking about here. So, now that I have your attention let me introduce you to one of my favourite North African sweets — zlabia . This pastry is unlike anything I’ve ever tasted before. It’s ridiculously sweet and sticky. I don’t even want to entertain the idea of how…
#StyleTheBump: Sunday Strolling
Ok look — I have some grievances I need to air. Every time I look for maternity inspiration on Pinterest I am bombarded with plenty of pretty pics, but none are very practical for daily life. If you can wear 5-inch Louboutins while you’re 6-months pregnant than more power to you. But more than likely,…
#StyleTheBump: Off-Duty Chic
Is there really anything better than a maxi dress when you’re pregnant? Next to icecream and a footrub, it’s pretty up there. I love this stripey version from Uniqlo — which is not actually a maternity dress but it’s just loose enough to hug in all the right places. Plus, I’m loving this “sneakers with…
Algerian Orange Flower Lemonade 🍋
When Ramadan and Summer are both just around the corner, that means one thing: cherbet. Cher-WHAT? You’re asking. Well, let me introduce you to the summer drink of your dreams. It’s an Algerian lemonade with a secret ingredient. MILK. Seriously. Milk. Who would have thought? My mother-in-law makes this from scratch using fresh lemons picked…
A Babymoon in Stockholm
As a second-time mother I’ve learned some valuable lessons along the way: always pack an extra pair of clothes (for baby and for you!), coffee-time is me-time, and never underestimate the power of a cheap whirlygig to entertain your toddler for hours. Another valuable lesson is to take care of yourself first. I feel like…
Double-Double Banana Bread 🍌🍞
Today I read a study that concluded Britons throw away over 1.4 million bananas EVERY DAY. That’s an insane amount of food waste! One of the benefits of small-space living is that I also have very little space for food storage. I do my shopping on Saturdays with a full-list of what I need for…
#StyleTheBump: A Classic Spring Look
When it’s a Saturday morning and you just want to throw on something cool & casual — reach for the classics. A simple black cotton turtleneck sweater is a wardrobe staple of mine from Fall, through Winter and well into Spring. It works against chilly mornings and unexpected showers, plus it’s REALLY hard to not…
Minimalist Baby Checklist
The ultimate in minimalism for your new baby.
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