Liebster Award

“Not many people have had as much bad luck as I have, but not many people have had as much good luck, either.”

Today, in my good luck tally, I did not only count my nomination to the Liebster Award, but also that it came from such a talented, clever, kind-hearted person as Shaheen Reviews and Recipes. With her nomination I also discovered many interesting fellow bloggers that I appreciate and respect, thank you!

Rules

1. Thank the person who nominated you and mention their blog.

2. Answer the 11 questions given by your nominator.

3. Nominate 11 Bloggers.

4. Ask your nominees 11 questions.

5. Ask your nominees to Nominate 11 others.

6. Notify your nominees once your post is live.

Here are my responses to your questions:

1) Any 5 FACTS about You.

1- I hate musicals

2- I am left handed

3- I hate ginger, aniseed and liquorice

4- I have a driving license but I don’t drive

5- I have lilac hair

2) What is your favorite/often used phrase?

Most of them are swearing so I can’t really say ahahaha. Mostly I say WHY ME, WHY

3) What is one quality you wished you possessed but struggle with?

I wish I could be “the calm one” when everything goes wrong, while I am usually the shouty one – WHY ME, WHY

4) What is one of your favorite holiday traditions? It can be any holiday.

New Year’s Eve – I like the idea of setting new intentions, even if I still have some from 2014

5) What makes you the happiest and why?

Cooking, obviously! I enjoy preparing everything from scratch, sharing my food with the people I love, and challenging myself in acquiring new skills!

6) If you could travel to a destination you have never been before, what would it be?

Denmark, definitely! I just read a book about hygge, and I would love to experience a proper hygge evening!

7) That one cartoon character from your childhood memory you relate so much ?

I loved Sailor Moon! Shen was clumsy, loud, kind and generous: like me!

8) Any new skill you acquired recently?

I learnt to make culurgiones pasta!

9) If you could only eat one dish for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Pizza! But only if it is a proper one!

10) Is there a specific blogging topic you enjoy writing or reading?

Food! I love writing about recipes, history behind popular dishes, and some bit of Italian culture!

11) If you could travel to a destination you have never been before, what would it be?

Denmark, definitely! I just read a book about hygge, and I would love to experience a proper hygge evening!

Now my questions:

1- What is your star sign?

2- What is your favourite season and why?

3- Favourite pizza topping

4- Do you have any pets?

5- If you could travel back in time, which historical period would like to visit?

6- If you could interview somebody, from the past, present or future, who would you choose?

7- If they made a musical about your life, what song would describe you best?

8- Ask yourself a question and answer it

9- Are you happy?

10- What is craziest thing you did for love?

11- What cake would you be?

My nominees:

Lifesfinewhine By Pooja – she is a super creative, intelligent, sensitive and profound blogger. I respect her and her work so much, she brings attention on topics that unfortunately are too often disregarded by the society, thanks for being you!

Markus + Micah – these guys are the freshness, the idealism, the self care, the respect for the others: every post is a concentrate of what we all need in your lives, and I am so grateful that our paths crossed

The New Vintage Kitchen – Dorothy is the essence of what cooking should be: genuine, tasty, real. Her recipes are always delicious, and I just love the way she presents her creations

beautifulpeopleinc.com – If you want to forget about your bad day and want to visit an incredible new world, this is the blog for you! Stunning places, amazing recipes, and curiosities about the Philippines: this blog has it all!

Seasons of Parenting – “Seasons of Parenting is devoted to helping families become peaceful, organized, and compassionate with heartfelt communication, tasty home-cooked meals, and fun shared together.” This blog is just another galaxy: when I think about families, I wish they could all have a look at this blog, even just for the sense of peace and calmness it transmits

helenadavies.co.uk Helena makes the most incredible little treats: scrumptious banoffee (or banoffi? read her post to find out!) pie, the cutest Madeleines ever, and incredible Challah – such a great source of inspiration!

Nanchi.blog – this blog is the perfect way to escape from reality for a little bit! stunning places, wise words, fun facts Fridays: just picture a rainy day with a cup of tea, and something great to read, this is the blog you are looking for!

Coffee, Then the World – Do you like food, travel, explore new places and just relax with a magazine? Then stop everything you are doing and have a look at this blog for some fresh, genuine and interesting posts!

Rozina’s Persian Kitchen – a blog about Authenic Persian Cuisine. I admit I didnt know a lot about these lovely dishes, but I am learning so much since I followed Rozina!