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…

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#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,…

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#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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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#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…

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