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This is such a spontaneous recipe - not even a proper recipe but it's more of an update of the original tuna steak recipe (here) because I've discovered the magic of broccoli-potato mash. How haven't I used this simple combo before? One night, my husband and I've been watching Jamie Oliver on 24Kitchen (as you do) and he whips up this amazingness - wow! We immediately ran to the kitchen and yup, it tastes yummy but also provides as much visual interest and nutritional value as possible. Potato is the perfect way to give your body complex carbohydrates which are key to long-term health. Broccoli meets almost all of my standards (also a complex carb) as it's loaded with essential vitamins and minerals, has beautiful color and is delicious when steamed on its own.
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Trip to Vienna | Since I'm pretty much home-bound due to my "real" job, I never get to travel much. I always say to myself that I'm going to change this but whenever I get some days off, a ton of house chores are waiting for me, I end up being exhausted (on my time off!) which coupled with chronic sleeplessness aka insomnia due to night shifts leads to a disaster. I end up having tons of nap time which is fab and exactly what I need but - when the time comes to get back to work, I cannot help but feel a bit sad that I haven't used up my time for something more exciting. That's why a trip to Vienna with drogerie markt was absolutely refreshing and a kick to the butt - I need to do this more often! I'm being realistic so I'm aiming at becoming good with short trips, for start.
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Regardless how much I'm trying to take care of my body the best I can by eating all the good foods and by working out on a regular basis - the idea of warmer weather and bare limbs on display caught me unprepared! I must admit that I sometimes forget about taking care of the skin of my body and that's a strange philosophy I have going on - even if I'm absolutely exhausted and haven't slept for 24h straight, my face needs the proper makeup removal/cleanse ritual every single time. But when I do shower, I kinda do everything in the quickest possible way - a good shower cream/foam/gel, some shaving and I'm done. I pat myself on the back each time I remember to actually oil my legs and arms. Body scrubs were a passion of mine but I haven't been using them - end result? Rather dry skin. 
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This is a very interesting addition to my skincare stash and I was extremely excited to test it out mostly because I'm a big fan of both, the EL ANR serum and of facial oils. This product merged my two loves together and is aimed at skin which is showing signs of aging - a skincare issue that is becoming one of my primary concerns. Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Intensive Recovery Ampoules (60 Capsules | $110) are such a luxurious treat - I consider them mini facials. 
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Sea salt in the breeze, warm skin under the sunshine, tropical music in the background, cocktails, flowy fabric, shade under the palms and sweet fruit desserts - summer is definitely on my mind, summer is what my soul has been craving for and summer is what Escada does the best. From Rockin' Rio, Ocean Lounge, Taj Sunset to Turquoise Summer - each falls into the tropical fruity category without ever being too sweet or heavy. If you've been feeling nostalgic about some of those editions then Escada Fiesta Carioca is exactly what you need. 
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Food is something I'm quite into - my Insta stories people will corroborate that one! And kitchen is a corner of my home I find myself more frequently spending my time in recently whether I'm actually cooking, helping my husband with his delicious dishes, prepping meals for work, just having a very exciting conversation on how to curb sweet cravings I've been battling recently and daydreaming of a new kitchen setup. Interiors have been on my mind like never before and I'm making plans of redecorating our home one room at a time. I want to make everything just the way I want it but such endeavors aren't easy to plan and/or execute so I'm taking baby steps in order to get where I want to be. 
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Glorious skincare - I could go on and on about it as it's a never-tiring topic for me. I have shared my current skincare routine in this post and the only thing that has changes is the fact I've run out of all cleansers - at the same time (don't you hate it when that happens?). My Estee Lauder ANR cleansing balm, GlamGlow Youth Cleanse cleanser and alverde Clear wash paste have altogether said farewell and I'm contemplating what to purchase next. In the meanwhile, I've promised to share my The Ordinary edit, how I've picked each item, what they're for and how to combine them.
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When I was in Vienna, I knew I wouldn't have too much time for shopping but there were two makeup brands I was absolutely sure I needed to check out - Zoeva and KIKO. Since it turns out Zoeva eyeshadow palettes are an online exclusive (ladies at Douglas told me), I knew I needed to find a KIKO store. Luckily, there was a store in the SCS and I must say that ladies who work there are one of the most helpful, genuine and loveliest sellers I've ever come across (I'm not exaggerating!). They were so friendly it actually felt like I was browsing makeup with my friends. They helped me find products I knew I like and actually need in my collection and they weren't pushy at all. I am looking forward to shopping there again! I went home with (only) three makeup items but all are so, so good I will surely expand my KIKO collection.
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When the moderator announced "dm blogger event: Das Event des Jahres" I couldn't agree more. My trip to Vienna was ignited by the glorious drogerie markt event held on the 27th of April in the dreamy Vienna. I wrote all about my impressions and findings of the city in this post but the true highlight was these couple of hours which I've spent at the stunning Palais Schönburg. Its stunning decor was a perfect fit - the stairs, the flowers, the balcony! A beautiful sight, that's for sure.
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Travelling is one of the things I want to do more in my life - I don't get to travel much, mostly due to my "real job" but I'm quite determined to change this. My husband and myself have been planning a visit to Vienna - we've looked up everything from what season is the best to visit Vienna (we think it's in spring and winter), accommodation and all of the sights we wanted to see. On our Vienna bucket list we had Museum of Technology, Natural History Museum, Museumsquartier, Sigmund Freud Museum, house of Mozart, Haydnhaus - and many more. That's why I've been super surprised when drogerie markt Bosnia and Herzegovina offered to take me to Vienna to their #dmbloggerevent (a whole post about it is coming after this one!). Even now thinking about it, it was such a wonderful experience albeit a short one.
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