Chapter 1 : A perfect day
If you know me or if you’ve been reading my blog lately, you probably know that I went to Bangladesh this summer and loved discovering this beautiful country. There are many things I miss now that I’m back, starting with my amazing family-in-law (especially my wonderful Ammu) or the endless amount of delicious food on the table. Among the long list of things I loved there, you will also find fashion. The Bangladeshi fashion is out of this world – and the shopping, a must-live experience!
When I got married, I had to pick three different dresses for three different occasions. IMAGINE!
The most special part of this experience was that I got to share this day with my Ammu, Papa and husband at a ‘market‘ that is now my favorite mall in Chittagong. We laughed, we bargained and bragained some more. Wonderful memories.
The day was beyond perfect, it couldn’t get any better, I thought. UNTIL IT DID – when Ammu turned to me and said ‘You must try this’ as she handed me a plate full of Fuchka and a glass of lassi.
Chapter 2 : Finding comfort
But we had to go back home… And with all the sadness that it brought me, I found a little bit of comfort in eating my little afternoon snack that I love so much. I’m not a healthy girl or anything of the sort, these crackers are simply to die for when covered with nutella and a handful of hazelnuts…
Chapter 3 : Name change
A few days after coming back home, we also had to go back to our life and this means administrative stuff – boring stuff. But this time was different! I went to the French embassy and received my new id papers, because I decided to take my husband’s last name. YAY!
It was a terribly exciting morning – I took all my time to go back home, wandering around my favorite city in Malta, browsing every aisle of Flying Tiger to look at their back to school collection – and I even stopping for a coffee. What a great day.
Chapter 4 : Missing Bangladesh (again)
Life is good. But the nostalgia of the tasteful breakfasts in Bangladesh has returned… I made myself an omelette – with a LOT of onions, just how I like it, with some shredded emmental cheese because the French in me needs to express herself from time to time. I warmed up a porotha and served myself a spoon of my favorite culinary treat in Bangladesh : Mango achar!
If my Ammu agrees to collaborate with me on this one, I could maybe share the recipe on the blog ;)
Chapter 5 : Bissap recipe
The breuvage is just as important as the meal. And this one has been my go-to during the month of August.
Bissap (Cold Hibiscus Tea) Recipe
It’s not for everyone, my husband hates it actually, but you won’t know useless you try it, so…
Chapter 6 : Summer Nights
A few days ago, it was my friend’s birthday. We did a picnic on the beach. I almost forgot how nice summer nights are in this country. And if know nothing about Malta, you know that fireworks are nothing special here, it happens day and night – Yes, during the day too! But I must say that, although it is common, it is always a sweet feeling to witness it (unless it’s 9am).
Chapter 7 : Fashion update
Living in a super warm country, I learned the hard way that comfort is just as important as fashion- if not more important.
Also, your girl is a walker! I love to go places and get lost in the streets of Malta, even though I’ve been living in here for way too long to still get lost. I can’t be doing this in the wrong outfit.
So these past few months, I’ve been focusing more on better fabrics and comfort overall. And I’m happy to slowly create a wardrobe that is comfortable, beautiful and most importantly: that feels authentic to me!
Chapter 8 : The Brie adventures
A few minutes after this photo was taken, my husband called me and asked if I was down for a groceries trip – Of course, I am! So here we are, looking for the usuals… Eggs, bread, yogurt – An what do I see? Today is one of the French Days at Lidl. Which means that my favorite Brie is available!!! This cheese taste like my childhood. Literally.
I had to get one! So I got three…
I put one in the freezer for later, kept another in the fridge for snacking and used the last one to make my Feuilleté au Brie et à la moutarde (mustard). It’s an incredibly easy, quick and comforting meal.
Chapter 9 : Sweet mornings
After a meal like that, you sleep like a baby! unless you’re lactose intolerant… Lucky me, I’m not! This morning when I woke up, I found this little guy performing his routine: Waking up, cuddling his sister, and staying in bed with me until I wake up.
Today was a lazy day, so I stayed in bed a little longer than usual and read for an hour. As soon as I turned on my kindle, my reading partner showed up…
Chapter 10 : Current read
I started reading The Sirens by Emilia Hart. A fantasy book revolving around mermaids (?) Why not? So far, it’s been a pleasant read and a good introduction to the genre I’ve been shying away from.
…So many things to be grateful for! I hope this post was a sign for you to take a pen – or a keyboard – and reflect on your highlights and wins of the month.
♡Garance♡
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