SMART WOMAN

Hello March!

March is here! The beginning of Spring! It’s also that time of year that we start thinking about Summer, so we get more anxious to start a diet or start going to the gym more often. It’s that time of the year that we make all those new resolutions, following the new year’s resolutions. I know I do… and I am not ashamed to admit it!

As nature starts to bloom, we feel that same need. We want to detox, get fit, start new routines, take better care of ourselves. Nothing wrong with that, as long as we take some action. Wishful thinking will not get us anywhere. So, ladies, time to act! Continue reading Hello March!

Where to find your inspiration

These past two weeks have been a struggle. Too much pressure at work, too much sadness around me and my mood going up and down – well, mostly down to be honest. I always try to stay positive and I try to spread joy around and hope, and this is very rewarding for me as well. But sometimes I feel so overwhelmed by all the sadness I see in everyday people that it’s really hard to fight back and stay positive. It’s really hard to find hope and it’s really hard to find any inspiration at all. Continue reading Where to find your inspiration

Chicken with tomato sauce and raisin’s risotto

A delicious dish with a Mediterranean taste. You should definitely try it! It’s easy to make and it’s a very tasteful and healthy meal.

Ingredients (for 6-8 portions):
1 kg chicken breasts
1 big onion
2 red bell peppers
750 gr concentrated tomato juice
1 glass red wine
Olive oil
Salt / pepper / red sweet paprika
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 laurel leaves

Preparation time: 40 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes in pressure cooker Continue reading Chicken with tomato sauce and raisin’s risotto

How to clean your makeup brushes

There are some things that we take for granted. And there is knowledge that we think is common, but that is not always the case. I was talking to a friend of mine the other day and I found out that she didn’t know that you can clean your makeup brushes. I used to think that everyone knew that, because it’s something that I do regularly. I was wrong. So, I decided to write this post for all of you, my friends, that don’t know how to clean your makeup brushes (or that you should clean your makeup brushes).

Cleaning your makeup brushes is essential, in order not only to achieve better results in your makeup, but also in order to prevent bacteria from developing on your brushes. You certainly don’t want that. Continue reading How to clean your makeup brushes

How to fight a bad day

Have you ever had one of those days? You know, when everything seems to go wrong. At first, you pretend that everything is all right. It’s just a couple of things going wrong. You keep on smiling. But as the day progresses, you feel as if a dark cloud is set above you and it is raining heavily upon you. You can even see the lightning striking around you! At some point you feel that you’ve had enough for one day, but the day is far from over. You have still so many things to do, but you feel like exploding right here, right now. How can you deal with a situation like that? Continue reading How to fight a bad day

Valentine’s Apple Pies

Well, you know what they say! Love goes through stomach. So, what better way to show your love to your better half, than baking him something special. Valentine’s apple pies! Easy to make and delicious. You can serve them for dessert, or for a Valentine’s breakfast.

Ingredients
650 gr puff pastry, separated in 2 sheets
3 apples
60 gr butter
80 gr brown sugar
40 gr dried yellow raisins
Orange juice of ½ orange
1 shot glass of liqueur Grand Marnier (optional)
A little grated cinnamon
1 egg (for brushing the apple pies before baking)

Preparation time: 50 minutes
Cook time: 35-40 minutes

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How to start your day feeling awesome!

I have a confession to make. I am not a morning person. I have never been. And by that, I don’t mean that I have the luxury to stay in bed late or to wake up without an alarm. On the contrary, I have been waking up early every morning, every working day for the last 18 years and I have been having a hard and stressful time almost every morning, especially during winter.

Recently I decided to make some changes in my life, I started looking for ways to reduce stress. And, guess what, one of the most stressful times was my morning routine. I was always getting up 10 minutes after my alarm was set, and I was running around like crazy, taking a shower, styling my hair, searching my closet (it’s amazing how everything seems to disappear when we are in a hurry…), sipping my coffee, collecting all the things I needed for the day… and checking the time every five minutes… where does time go? Well, you get the picture. Does it remind you a little of your morning routine? Then keep on reading! Yes, I found ways to change that picture. I now start my working days more energized and stress free. Here is what you have to do: Continue reading How to start your day feeling awesome!

Chicken with potatoes and dried apricots

It’s one of my favorite dishes. It’s very easy to make and it is delicious! I have served it many times and my guests were amazed. You should definitely try it!

Ingredients
650 gr chicken breasts
1,6 kg potatoes
400 gr dried apricots
1 tub concentrated Knorr Homestyle chicken stock
400 ml water
1 apple
Salt / pepper / mustard powder / nutmeg / oregano
Olive oil

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 1 hour

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Spring 2016: Makeup trends

We may be still wearing our heavy coats and scarves, but Spring will be here before we know it. Are you ready? Do you know the new trends?

The runways always set the trends, whether we are talking about clothes, hair or makeup. And as far as makeup is concerned, forget the almost-no-makeup looks. Bright colors are back!

Continue reading Spring 2016: Makeup trends

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