SARGADELOS CERAMICS

Founded in 1806 by Antonio Raimundo Ibáñez, spanish brand Sargadelos is well known for its wonderfully crafted porcelain ranges. 

Inspired by traditional forms of Galician culture, Sargadelos pieces are specially appealing for their original motifs and retro look. Of the whole collection, we're particularly fond of the 'F-73' range, inspired by the organic shape of leafs, and also the architectural 'Portomarínica' one, influenced by the geometric corbels in the church of San Juan de Portomarín.

( Written by Álvaro, Photo courtesy of Sargadelos )

LONDON MEALS

One of the things we love about London is the diversity of places to eat. From indian restaurants to haute cuisine, the Big Smoke is the right place to visit if you're a gourmet enthusiast.
Terence Conran, owner of the D&D restaurant chain, recently published a wonderful book dedicated to the best foodie destinations in the british capital: Eat London.
Besides a complete guide (divided by city areas) of the most acclaimed eataries, this useful book from Conran Octopus also provides sixty recipes by some of britain's top chefs.

( Written and Photographed by Álvaro )

RIVERSIDE DELI

Located in an old warehouse by the river, opposite the grand train station of Santa Apolónia, DeliDelux is one of the best gourmet
stores in Lisbon.
Besides the café with amazing views of Tejo - where you can grab something to eat - this spacious shop sells a vast selection of gourmet products: Wilkin & Sons preserves, Kusmi teas, Fábrica do Rebuçado egg delicacies, and a wide variety of wine, cheese, coffee, chocolate and cake.

DeliDelux at Av. Infante D. Henrique Armazém B Loja 8, Lisboa.

( Written by Álvaro / Photographed by Lola )

FUDGE HEAVEN

Chocolate is definately one of our favourite treats, be it in a cake or a delicious bar of dark choco with almonds, its sweetness always puts us with a happy face and ready to work. Although we like almost all kinds of chocolates, the fudges made by Arizona duo Charssi really caught our eye.
Colourful and refreshing, the Chocolate-Mint Fudge is by all means our favourite. Perfect to take after your meal, the fudge flavour is unique due to combining the softness of chocolate with tasty mint and, for those who judge a book by its cover, also neatly packaged.
Also look for other delicious flavours, such as Chocolate-Orange or Chocolate-Mocha.

( Written by Álvaro, Photo courtesy of Charssi )

SUGAR, SPICE... AND EVERYTHING NICE

Not many things are as wholesome as the wonderfully sweet smell of a fresh baked cake, savoured slowly and preciously surrounded by the ones you love.

Although not very fond of sugary foods herself, Rose Carrarini became a pastry chef almost two decades ago, and now, after Villandry in Marylebone and the more recent Rose Bakery in Paris and Dover Street Market (both of which created along husband Jean-Charles), she launched the most perfect book called 'Breakfast Lunch Tea', a compilation of 100 of her favourite gourmet recipes, ranging from carrot cake to risottos and soups, and focused as much on flavour as on being healthy.

Besides the mouth-watering dishes, the book is beautifully illustrated with more than 100 comissioned photos by photographer Toby Glanville, which far from being 'pretty perfect' goumet shots, are so raw and real you can almost feel the creative process around each dish.

Published by Phaidon.

( Written and Photographed by Lola )

BAKING MAD

A perfect haven for the sweet toothed and a delight for the gourmet enthusiasts, Boule bakery is the right place to find the finest delicacies in Los Angeles. Founded by pastry chef Michelle Myers, Boule supplies the most sought after sweets. Located in La Cienega Boulevard, in a space dominated by high ceilings and an airy feel, this bakery caters taste bud experiences to a wide range of culinary experts: those looking for the best cakes and tarts, the freshiest ice creams or the most delicious chocolates.

Handmade by the Boule pastry team, the product lines from this chic angeleno patisserie certainly will make your mouth water.

( Written by Álvaro, Photo courtesy of Boule )

DORSET CEREALS

Invented in 1900 by a swiss doctor, muesli is an all-time favourite, but it sure wasn’t created equal and Dorset Cereals are its proof.
Produced in southern England, Dorset Cereals are the perfect breakfast to start the day with a smile on your face. Wonderfully packaged, and full of tasty ingredients and vitamins, this yummy cereals are available in eight muesli recipes and three fruity porridges, in such flavours as ‘berries & cherries’, ‘fruit, nuts & seeds’ and ‘apple & raisin fruity porridge’.

With no added preservatives, high in fibre and great for vegeterians, Dorset Cereals are a main ingredient for a healthy lifestyle. This range can be found in 70 countries worldwide.

( Written by Álvaro / Photo courtesy of Dorset Cereals )