Alexandra Venkova
Spill the Tea - Singapore
If you have been following this blog or we are personally acquainted, you might already know that I have a weakness... a coffee weakness....
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Alexandra Venkova
- Mar 4
- 3 min
Coffee O'Clock - JB, Again!
If anything we are never short on coffee shops here in JB. And today I bring to you a third portion of favourites, some more recent...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Mar 4
- 6 min
Architecture Diaries - Singapore
Stating "Singapore is impressive' would be an overstatement. And yet it is so so impressive indeed. There is something about this green...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Feb 26
- 4 min
Singapore Favour-Eats
After my last post and releasing the world of marvellous Singapore in this blog, I have to proceed with something more substantial, and...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Feb 26
- 2 min
Coffee O'Clock - Singapore
Well hello there, it's been a while... I honestly don't remember when was the last time I posted here. It's been a busy few months, or...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Aug 21, 2021
- 9 min
Holistic Interiors - Principles
Holistic interior design focuses on the wholeness of the experience in a given space, be it residential or commercial.
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Alexandra Venkova
- Jun 19, 2021
- 7 min
Art, Design and Architecture Books to Inspire
With the lockdown and everything, I am trying to put my spare time to good use, which means catching up on my Goodreads list of books....
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Alexandra Venkova
- Jun 5, 2021
- 4 min
Travel Notes - Desaru Coast
Today I will bring you with me on a short trip exploring the beautiful beaches of Desaru Coast, a popular attraction for tourists.
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Alexandra Venkova
- Mar 21, 2021
- 4 min
Coffee O' Clock - More of Johor Bahru
Spring fatigue, have you heard of it? I dare say all of us have experienced it, and by all, I mean those who live in the higher latitudes...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Mar 13, 2021
- 6 min
Lost in Malacca-Weekend Adventures
One year of pandemic and month 'don't even remember anymore' of lockdown. Despite lightening the regime, here in Malaysia, the prospect...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Jan 24, 2021
- 3 min
Healthy Sundays - Buddha Bowl - 3 Ways
Starting the year right. This Sunday, I decided to share with you three yummy buddha bowls that have been on my mind and in my belly. ...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Jan 21, 2021
- 10 min
A Year to Remember - Goodbye 2020!
Better late than never! And by "late" I mean very late, so late it's already 2021 and January is almost over. But well... never too late...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Dec 14, 2020
- 5 min
Christmas Spirit All the Way
I don't usually write this kind of festive posts, but today... I felt like sharing some of my favourite Christmas movies, that get me...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Dec 13, 2020
- 4 min
Travel Notes - Cameron Highlands
To end the year of travel notes, today I decided to introduce you to one of the most picturesque places in Malaysia. One of the most...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Dec 11, 2020
- 5 min
Design Crushes - Off Day Cafe, JB
Took me a while to decide which category should this new discovery fall into, as it is totally a design crush, but also an absolute...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Dec 5, 2020
- 5 min
Interiors for Inspiration-December '20
Image by @Alice Gao Hey, December! Already, can you believe it? The year went by so quickly, it’s unbelievable (and yes, I know I’m...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Nov 28, 2020
- 6 min
Travel Notes - Genting Highlands
Time to catch up on some past adventures... I have neglected my travel notes for a while, and the end of November seems like a good time...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Nov 7, 2020
- 6 min
Girl Just Wanna Have Fun-3 Mocktail Recipes
From porridge recipes to cocktails! This Covid situation is really doing me well... If we've met, you probably know I’m not much of a...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Oct 31, 2020
- 4 min
Splash of Creativity-Inktober 2020
Inktober? What is that? Inktober is a drawing challenge that takes place during the month of October. Originally created in 2009 by...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Oct 24, 2020
- 2 min
Healthy Sundays - Gluten Free Pancakes-Three Ways
Back to the recipe series, this week wanted to share three delicious takes on pancakes, which are not only delicious but nutritious as...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Oct 10, 2020
- 6 min
Design Crushes-Aesop, KL
And no surprise here! I am obsessed, I know, or shall I say-truly and unconditionally in love, rather than simply crushing... For those...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Oct 3, 2020
- 4 min
JB Favour-Eats
It seems like my go-to entertainment during and after the 2020 quarantine and in general Covid regime is... drum roll please-Eating! No...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Sep 29, 2020
- 2 min
September '20 Feels
The month of September has always been very special to me. I've grown to love the autumn season and September is the start of this...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Sep 26, 2020
- 3 min
Coffee O'Clock-Johor Bahru
Not gonna lie, the first thing I researched before coming to Malaysia and Johor Bahru in particular, were the coffee shops, because......
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Alexandra Venkova
- Aug 8, 2020
- 2 min
Travel Notes - Kukup National Park
This week, we will be exploring a new destination and a very interesting one. Interesting, because I have never seen anything like...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Aug 1, 2020
- 3 min
Travel Notes - Putuo Village
Another week, another adventure, another post of travel notes. Well, if I have to be honest this trip that, I'm going to share happened...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Jul 25, 2020
- 3 min
Healthy Sundays-Breakfast Smoothies 3 Ways
Ever since I moved to Malaysia my breakfast oatmeals or so known "Sunday kashka" became breakfast smoothies. Not sure, because of the...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Jul 19, 2020
- 4 min
Travel Notes - Desaru Fruit Farm
Recently, I've re-read two books by favourite and talented Bulgarian author that lived in my country in the 19th century-Aleko...
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Alexandra Venkova
- May 2, 2020
- 1 min
12 Podcasts to Keep You Sane in 2020
If you're anything like me, you're probably trying not to go completely insane during these strange pandemic times... well, actually it's...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Apr 4, 2020
- 9 min
JB Favour-Eats Flowers in the Window
today I decided to introduce you to a recent Favour-eat in the very city centre of Johor Bahru. I am talking about Flowers in the window.
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Alexandra Venkova
- Jan 26, 2020
- 5 min
Healthy Sundays-Exotic 'Kashka'
First recipe of the year! Delicious, fresh and packed with nutrients-Exotic Sunday Porridge!
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Alexandra Venkova
- Jan 5, 2020
- 6 min
Design Crushes-Aesop Bath
Designed by James Plumb, the store on Bath’s New Born Street has been created to honour materiality as well as the authentic architecture...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Dec 31, 2019
- 10 min
New Year, New Me 2020
I am sitting here in my newly rented apartment, but something is different...
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Alexandra Venkova
- Dec 29, 2019
- 15 min
A Year of Changes-Goodbye 2019!
2019 has been a year full of realisation and one for new beginnings, and not just for me, but I am sure for many of you reading these lines
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Alexandra Venkova
- Dec 1, 2019
- 4 min
Coffee O'Clock-Sofia
At last, some coffee coming your way, straight from Sofia. It has been a long wait and I assure you, I've tried almost all the "cool" places
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Alexandra Venkova
- Nov 24, 2019
- 3 min
Healthy Sundays-Pumpkin Spice Sunday Kashka
This week we give our farewell to the beautiful fall and say a massive "Thank you" to the queen of fall vegetables-the roasted pumpkin!
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Alexandra Venkova
- Nov 17, 2019
- 11 min
Design Crushes-Cafe Brunch 1920, Sofia
New brunch spot in Sofia-Cafe Brunch 1920! Interior design at its finest and mouth watering menu for even the most sophisticated taste!
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Alexandra Venkova
- Nov 2, 2019
- 6 min
Healthy Sundays-Carrot Cake Gluten-Free Muffins
Carrot cake good for you? These gluten free, dairy free carrot cake muffins sure are! Super delicious and nutricious food on the go!
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Alexandra Venkova
- Oct 27, 2019
- 10 min
Lost in Sofia-Signs of Autumn
Get lost in Sofia Bulgaria, explore and discover the city and its autumn magic! Travel Guide by a local.
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Alexandra Venkova
- Oct 20, 2019
- 7 min
London Favour-Eats Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings
We are visiting a very special place. Special because of its absolutely stunning interior,delicious food and... Bourne and Hollingsworth!
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Alexandra Venkova
- Oct 13, 2019
- 3 min
Coffee o'clock-London Hotels a.k.a Excellent Work Spots
Best Work Coffee Spots in London-Hotel edition. These are the places to consider in the big city!
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Alexandra Venkova
- Oct 6, 2019
- 4 min
Healthy Sundays-Easy Peasy Gluten-Free Buckwheat Pancakes
Easy gluten-free, dairy free buckwheat pancakes. Start your weekend off right with a delicious and nutritious breakfast!
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Alexandra Venkova
- Sep 29, 2019
- 4 min
Design Crushes-Benk+Bo London
Benk+Bo is a project inspired by the love of hosting and community.
Another creative co-working space in East London, must visit!
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Alexandra Venkova
- Sep 29, 2019
- 6 min
Lost in Bath-Travel Guide
Oh, Bath! You have been on my list with places to visit since forever... I am so glad to finally meet you! Here is a Bath Spa travel guide.
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Alexandra Venkova
- Sep 23, 2019
- 3 min
Healthy Sundays-Sunday Kashka-Seasonal Market Inspired
Let me share with you my newest porridge creation, inspired by the autumn days approaching, gluten free, dairy free, seasonal flavours!
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Alexandra Venkova
- Sep 8, 2019
- 3 min
London Favour-Eats Radio Alice Pizzeria Hoxton
Today we are talking London favour-eats. Radio Alice and specifically their Hoxton restaurant has to be one of my top three pizza venues.
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Alexandra Venkova
- Aug 17, 2019
- 6 min
Healthy Sundays-Sunday Kashka Summer Edition
Healthy Sunday porridge recipe. Nutritious, dairy and gluten free oatmeal alternative.
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Alexandra Venkova
- Aug 2, 2019
- 6 min
Design Crushes-Mare Street Market
Mare Street Market-a place that gathers the best of Hackney, the hip, gaining more and more popularity neighbourhood in East London.
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Alexandra Venkova
- Jul 28, 2019
- 7 min
Lost In Manchester-Travel Guide
Manchester, you are indeed quite the place... travelguide, what to see, where to eat and drink coffee.
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Alexandra Venkova
- Jun 29, 2019
- 6 min
Coffee o'clock-Fernadez and Wells
In today's 'Coffee o'clock' guide, I will introduce you to Fernandez and Wells. 4 independent coffee shops/bars in London.
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