Remembrance Day

Lest we forget.

(photo by irving penn)

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Have fun this weekend. 

Photo by Irving Penn, "Marchande de ballons", Paris 1950, printed in 1976.

(via how to see without a camera)

Remembrance Day

Lest we forget.

(photo by irving penn)

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This week's links. Enjoy.

Modern Minimalism
Tour a stunning London home that's both warm and minimalist in design—that's a shot of the dining area above.

The Best Food-Focused Memoirs of Fall 2017
Eater has rounded up a great list of food memoirs coming out this fall—perfect reading for cooks, or those who simply love good food.

The Beauty of Japanese Bathing Rituals
From Vogue: "In Japan, bathing is about so much more than just getting clean, encouraging an almost meditative appreciation of one's body. Here, Sophie Bew heads to Kinosaki to explore the myriad benefits of traditional onsen."

Beyond Brie: A French Cheesemonger's American Adventures
Laure Dubouloz trains cheese vendors around the USA in how to cut and serve a variety of cheeses.  Love reading about people with interesting jobs.

How Alessandro Michele Created a Luminous Gown for Björk
A behind the scenes look at the extraordinary, otherworldly dress designed by Alessandro Michele of Gucci for Björk, seen in the video for her new song The Gate.

The Peculiar Poetry of Paris's Lost and Found
Fascinating New Yorker piece about the history of The Bureau of Found Objects in Paris, founded over 200 years ago and one of the largest centralized lost and founds in Europe.

Italian Toastie
Perfect for when you just want a sandwich, but yearn for something a bit fancier and more filling than the usual. This one features mushrooms sautéed in garlic, black tapenade, provolone cheese, fresh oregano leaves and salami on good bread rolls, but it's endlessly adaptable.

(photo by rory gardiner via est magazine)

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Gazing out of café windows is definitely one of my favourite pastimes.

(photo: "La fille dans la fenêtre" by Édouard Boubat, Paris, 1930. via so you think you can see)

Victoria Day

Happy Victoria Day to fellow Canadians—hope you're enjoying a lovely long weekend.

(portrait of queen victoria by franz xaver winterhalter, 1859. via here)

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This week's links. Enjoy.

An Art Filled Barcelona Home
Tour the stunning home of art collector and gallerist Miquel Alzueta and his wife, antique dealer África Posse, filled with mid century classics and wonderful art. That's a view of the kitchen above, incidentally.  

What Did the Romans Eat? Food and Drink in Ancient TImes
Fascinating article on the diet of ancient Rome. Hint—it wasn't all banquets.

Doug and Mike Starn Gallery Tour
Take a look at the New York studio and work of artist brothers Doug and Mike Starn, whose installation Big Bambú: You Can’t, You Don’t, and You Won’t Stop remains one of the most popular pieces at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Communication Arts Insights Column
Feeling uninspired? Recharge your imagination with a browse through the Insights column archives, with contributions from over 400 creatives in various disciplines.

Top 10 Slangy Novels
Check out this list of classic crime novels—and enrich your vocabulary at the same time.

Italian Beans and Greens
Quick and healthy, this classic Italian dish of cannellini beans and sautéed escarole is perfect for supper on a busy weeknight.

(photo by jonas ingerstedt for kinfolk. via scandinavian collectors)

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Have fun this weekend. Après skiers photo by Slim Aarons, Gstaad, 1963.

(via here)

Modern History

Something a little different today — Brønnums House in Copenhagen. Built in 1866, it once played host to such Danish luminaries as Hans Christian Andersen and Edvard Grieg. Now an office hotel, it mixes modern design with historical details to great effect. Lots more photos here on Bo Bedre.

(photography by kira brandt)

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Niagara Falls in 1911, frozen. Stay warm this weekend.

(via smithsonian)

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Have fun this weekend.

(photo via pinterest)

Remembrance Day

Lest we forget.

(photo by irving penn)

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This week's links. Enjoy.


Tranquil Greys in a Danish Home
Take a tour over at Elle Denmark of interior stylist Cille Grut's beautiful home, in soothing tones of grey, white and touches of black. Gorgeous.

Science Says This is The Most Relaxing Song Ever
Feeling stressed? A team of scientists and sound therapists worked with Manchester band Marconi Union to create what they say is they most relaxing song ever — one that triggers 'entrainment', the synchronization of brainwaves and heart rate. Listen in — and see their top 10 picks for the most relaxing songs, too.

Beautiful, Beautiful Music: Beth Orton's Favourite Albums
Singer/songwriter Beth Orton picks her top albums for The Quietus. So much great listening here — Kate Bush, Nina Simone, Marvin Gaye, Bob Dylan, The Slits and The Specials among others. 

Very Old, Very Rude Nursery Rhymes
Have a virtual look at a 1744 book of nursery rhymes — the oldest surviving published collection at The British Library. Called 'Tommy Thumb's Pretty Song Book', it contains rhymes still familiar today and others that are, well, not so familiar. They had a salty (and scatalogical) sense of humour in those days...

A 60's Architecture Collective That Made History (But No Buildings) 
Fascinating story of the radical Italian design group Superstudio, whose influence on modern architecture is still making itself felt today.

The Power of Rituals
An empowering reminder about how the beauty rituals we perform every day are about nourishing the soul as much as they are about caring for our bodies.

The Shipwrecked Dress
An extraordinary find — an exquisitely preserved 17th century silk damask dress, recovered by marine archeologists from a bundle found in a ship wreck off the coast of Holland. Follow the link for photos.

Spring Salad With Asparagus, Goat Cheese, Lemon and Hazelnuts
A lovely salad that features the best of spring vegetables.  

(photo by petra bindel, styling by emma persson lagerberg for elle decoration)

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This week's links. Enjoy.

Vintage House into Vintage Clothing Store
Take a tour of a 1940s Japanese house converted into a vintage clothing shop. Great architectural details — love the high, open ceiling.

The Black House
An Australian country house goes against the rustic norm with dark interiors and modern furniture, to stunning effect.

The Best Ways to Save Your Smartphone's Battery Life
The New York Times has a great list of 8 helpful tips (and 7 exploded myths) to keep your smartphone battery running as long as possible.

Milan Coffee Drinking Etiquette
AnOther magazine looks at the history of and correct form of coffee drinking in Milan, in preparation for Milan Fashion Week (I'm a little late posting this).

10 Best New Fragrances for Spring
Vogue picks ten fresh new perfumes that will definitely get you in the mood for spring (even if there's still snow on the ground). I like the sound of Byredo's unisex fragrance Super Cedar. 

The 5,000 Year Old Dress
An over 5,000 year old linen dress unearthed from a First Dynasty Egyptian tomb has been confirmed as the world's oldest woven garment. Follow the link for photos — amazing to actually see something worn that long ago.

The Case for Unthinking
Fascinating article about unthinking (or what we often call instinct), as opposed to overthinking things.

Crispy Sage Potatoes With Fried Eggs
Perfect for Sunday brunch on a cold winter's day, this is easy to make, too.  

(photo via blueberry modern)

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An extraordinary colour photo of Paris, shot 100 years ago. See more here.

(via fubiz)

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This week's links. Enjoy. 

Elegant and Modern
Take a tour of the beautiful, minimalist Copenhagen home of designer Yvonne Koné and children's book illustrator Raasmus Juul and family. Love this one.

The Verdant Legacy of Irving Penn's Flowers

Iconic photographer Irving Penn's flower studies will be shown in their entirety for the first time at Hamiltons Gallery in London — follow the link to see a sampling of what will be on display. Utterly gorgeous images.

Fortnum and Mason's Magical Chocolate Makers
Wonderful behind the scenes look at Audrey's Chocolates, who've made their chocolates by hand since the 1920s and now supply the posh Fortnum and Mason with their exquisite violet creams and other creations. Their eccentric set-up in a Victorian house in Hove, England, is strongly reminiscent of Roald Dahl's 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory'.

A Visual History of Ancient Hairdos (and Don'ts)
Fun little animated video begins prior to 3200 BC, covering over 50 centuries of hair fashion in a single video. Interesting to see how hair has always been a form of self-expression.

Japanese Hair Salons
And while we're on the subject of hair, have a look at this round up of beautiful Japanese hair salons over at Dezeen. Stunning spaces.

Teaching Grownups How to Eat
Great New Yorker review of 'First Bite', a fascinating new book by British food historian Bee Wilson that explores how individuals and cultures learn to eat.

Pear Upside-Down Cake
A dessert that is as pretty as it is delectable.

(photo via here)

Remembrance Day

It's Remembrance Day here in Canada. At 11 AM, pause, reflect — and remember. 

(illustration: 'common poppy' by f. edward hulme, from the book 'familiar wild flowers', published in 1878 by cassell, petter and galpin. via archive.org by way of pinterest)

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This week's links. Enjoy.

An Idyllic Australian Getaway
Take a tour of a beautiful modern getaway in the Australian bush, designed by a pair of married architects for their own family and built using local woods. So inspiring.

Visual Recipes
Copenhagen-based photographer Mikkel Jul Hvilshøj constructs visual representations of recipes, meticulously putting together all the ingredients and cookware into a single, striking graphic image. Beautiful work. Via Andrew with thanks.

Another Magazine's Top Ten Summer Films
Great list of summertime movies with substance, put together by the staff at Another magazine. Check out such classics as Stealing Beauty, The Talented Mr. Ripley, Zabriskie Point and Death in Venice. I'm going to track down Alice in the Cities by Wim Wenders — can't believe I haven't seen it yet.

History's Unsung Sidekicks
American design trio Jenny Volvovski, Julia Rothman and Matt Lamothe's new book 'The Who, the What and the When: 65 Artists Illustrate the Secret Sidekicks of History', chronicles through beautiful illustrations the unsung heroes and heroines who supported those who became famous in history. Such a lovely idea. Follow the link for a selection from the book.

How Food Makes a Holiday
Lovely essay by Guardian writer Vicky Frost on the pleasures of experiencing local cuisine while traveling.

How Chairs Would Look If They Were People
Charming photo series by Romanian photographer Horia Manolache, featuring portraits of chairs paired with portraits of people directly inspired by the chairs.

Summer Saviors
The editors of W magazine share their secrets for staying cool in the heat — check out their favourite products for sunburn, dehydrated skin, melting makeup and more.

Five Ingredient Summer Sides
Perfect for bbqs and easy summer suppers, these simple side dishes are a showcase for fresh tomatoes, green beans and other seasonal veggies.

(photo by j. ingerstedt)

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This week's links. Enjoy.

14 of the Best Beach Houses by Contemporary Architects
Dezeen has a great round up of 14 stunning modern beach houses that will have you instantly dreaming of summer getaways.

The Shining in Food Form
Fun series by food stylist Claudia Ficca and photographer Davide Luciano that interprets scenes from Stanley Kubrick's classic horror film 'The Shining' in food form. Clever.

Top 10 Life Lessons From Books of the Past
Wonderful short compilation of gems by historian Elizabeth Archibald, with useful tips from across the centuries on social problems that still perplex us today. Handy party tip from around 1200 AD — if the host tells you to get on your horse, it's time to leave.

Martin Scorsese's Film Poster Collection
Fantastic post over at Quartz featuring gorgeous selections from director Martin Scorsese's extensive collection of vintage film posters. 

Bohemian Bridal Inspiration
Slide show over at French Vogue of great hippy chic wedding wear from the 70s. Seriously groovy inspiration for the unconventional bride.

The Sun Protection Glossary
Confused about the difference between UVB, UVA and SPF numbers? Have a look at this handy glossary of sun protection terms over at British Vogue.

Summer Reading for Children
Looking to get your kids into reading over the summer? Brain Pickings has a great list of books that they'll find amusing, inspiring and engrossing.

The Modern Art Cookbook
Check out some of the recipes collected in The Modern Art Cookbook, featuring the culinary secrets of 20th century writers and artists — including Picasso's Herb Soup, Frida Kahlo's Red Snapper (Veracruz Style) and Emily Dickinson's Gingerbread.

Eggplant Pizza
Simple to make, these little pizzas are not only delicious but great for anyone on a gluten-free diet, too.

(photo by morten holtum via my unfinished home)

And ...

It's Victoria Day here in Canada — enjoy the lovely long weekend, fellow Canadians.

(portrait of queen victoria by franz xaver winterhalter, 1859. via here)