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JOU R NA L Everyday stories by Society of Lifestyle â&#x20AC;&#x201C; No. 03

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WELCOME TO THE THIRD ISSUE OF JOURNAL

Once again we are ready to share the latest everyday stories from Society of Lifestyle. Have a tour through a universe of design, dĂŠcor, office essentials, food and self-care. Get our tips on how to prepare your skin for the summer, and three mouth-watering tapas recipes that are as easy to cook as they are to eat. Moreover, our Senior Designer tells about how a new collection is created, and you can read about an admirable school library project in Kenya we support. For more editorials and inspiration, check out our website societyoflifestyle.com

We care. And we wish to keep everybody safe. That is why we have decided that this third issue of Journal will be published online only. But make no mistake. It is still full of inspiration.

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SP RI NG free your creativity

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Spring is here. A season full of blooming colours and the joy of expectation. While we look ahead towards all the exciting things that are to come, we spend our time being creative with colours indoors. Free your creativity. Make it fun.

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O NE TABL E three settings

Most of us are longing to invite people over for an easy and casual dinner. Hopefully it will be possible again soon. Until then, you can practice on mixing and matching your tableware to create a relaxed and laid-back dinner setting.

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A LIGHT SUMMER TABLE

It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take much to create a delightful and welcoming atmosphere. Let dried flowers and simple tableware create the perfect setting.

BEAUTIFUL DRIED FLOWERS S E TA R I A / A M A R A N T H U S / P A P AV E R / B R I Z A M E D I A

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TONE-ON-TONE

Create a table in beautiful harmony by using tone-on-tone colours. With the combination of rustic tableware and a soft and elegant tablecloth, you can easily create a sophisticated expression in your table setting.

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GOURMET MADE EASY E V E R Y D AY. F O R E V E R YO N E

In a busy everyday life, many of us still appreciate having the time to enjoy tasty food. But why compromise on what we eat, simply because time is short? At Nicolas Vahé, passion for great food is deeply rooted in everything we do. Which is why we want to make it easy for everyone to enjoy it and create their own unique gourmet experiences. Because cooking great food is no science project. With quality ingredients and simple recipes, anyone can enjoy delicious food that is as easy to cook as it is to eat. Gourm’easy is all about bringing flavour to your day and quality to your food. Without making it complicated. It’s about using surprising taste combinations and tasty shortcuts to create memorable moments at the table.

Find more recipes on the next pages

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MARINATED SHRIMPS SERVES 4 PEOPLE PREP 10 MINUTES 1 0 0 G N I C O L AS VA H É M A R I N A D E / TO M ATO & S P I C E S 8 P C S . N I C O L AS VA H É B R U S C H E T TA / G A R L I C 4 0 G N I C O L AS VA H É R O AS T E D C AS H E W N U T S / T R U F F L E 3 0 0 G F R E S H LY PEELED SHRIMPS

Drain water from shrimps and put them in a bowl. Add marinade and stir. Arrange shrimps on bruschetta and top with coarsely chopped cashew nuts. Garnish with fresh thyme.

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PATATAS BRAVAS

SERVES 4 PEOPLE PREP 25 MINUTES 2 5 0 M L N I C O L AS VA H É K E TC H U P / S A N M A R Z A N O TO M ATO 2 T B S P . N I C O L AS VA H É VINEGAR / CUCUMBER 1 G L AS S N I C O L AS VA H É M AYO N N A I S E / G A R L I C 1 . 5 T B S P . N I C O L AS VA H É F R E N C H S E A S A LT 1 K G S M A L L P O TATO E S NEUTRAL COOKING OIL

Cut potatoes into bite-size chunks and toss with sea salt and oil. Bake the potatoes in oven at 200° C until golden and crisp. Divide the potatoes into four portions. Mix ketchup with vinegar and spread over each portion. Add 1 tbsp. mayonnaise on top. Garnish with fresh parsley or pea shoots.

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SIDE DISH / GARNISH PREP 10 MINUTES

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PICKLED VEGETABLES 1 B O T T L E N I C O L AS VA H É V I N E G A R / M A N G O

1 T S P . N I C O L AS VA H É S P I C E S / F I S H 5 T B S P . N I C O L AS VA H É S U G A R / L E M O N 1 T B S P . N I C O L AS VA H É B L A C K P E P P E R M I X 4 RED ONIONS ¼ CAULIFLOWER ¼ ROMANESCO

Mix mango vinegar, plain vinegar, spices, sugar and pepper in a small pot and bring it to a boil until the sugar is dissolved. Cut cauliflower and romanesco into bite-sizes and onions into small slices. Mix vegetables with pickle and pour the entire mix into a jar. Let it cool and wait at least two hours before serving. Can be stored in fridge for up to three weeks.

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03/2020

100 ML PL AIN VINEGAR

KENYA BOOK BOX T H E F O U N D E R O F K E N YA B O O K B O X , I L S E C H R I S T E N S E N , B E L I E V E S R E A D I N G I S T H E F I R S T S T E P T O E D U C A T I O N A N D A WA Y O U T O F P O V E R T Y. T H AT ’ S W H Y S H E WA N T S T O H E L P M O R E C H I L D R E N L E A R N H O W TO R E A D .

Kenya Book Box’s mission is to establish small school libraries for children in Kibera – a very large slum with extreme poverty. This is made possible with the help of donations and by involvement from the local schools. The books donated by Kenya Book Box are in Swahili and English, primarily by African authors, to reflect a reality the children can relate to. For each library, the aim is to collect approximately 400 books that vary in difficulty. Kenya Book Box X Society of Lifestyle In an effort to establish more school libraries in Kibera, Society of Lifestyle stand with Ilse and Kenya Book Box by donating funds collected by our employees and by providing school supplies from Monograph.

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“BEING ABLE TO READ IS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS IN THE WORLD. IT GIVES US THE OPPORTUNITY TO FORM OUR OWN OPINIONS AND PROVIDE US WITH JOY.” The founder, Ilse Christensen

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The dedicated and admirable founder of Kenya Book Box, Ilse Christensen.

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KENYA BOOK BOX The teacher guides the children through the subjects of the day.

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READY FOR SUMMER TA K E C A R E O F YO U R S E L F AND EMBRACE THE SUMMERTIME WITH SOME OF OUR FAVO U R I T E S K I N C A R E T I P S .

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BODY EXFOLIATION

Exfoliation helps revitalise our skin and remove dead skin cells. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s particularly great to do before a vacation, as it will result in a more even and longer lasting tan.

ADD MOISTURE

Salt water, sand and sun can be rough on our skin. And despite humid weather, a nourishing and moisturising lotion is vital even during summer.

GET THE GLOW

Nothing says summer like a natural, sun-kissed glow. If you want to avoid too much sun, you can get a little help from some self-tanning drops or add a bit of sparkle with a luxurious shimmer oil.

STAY SAFE IN THE SUN

Take care of yourself when the sun is out. Sun lotion is the best protection against the sunâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ultraviolet rays, so remember to apply it often and generously.

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Designing a collection All year around, new products are brought to life and added to the existing universe of House Doctor. But before the products become available in the shops, an extensive process goes into creating these unique items. The first step of the creative process is inspiration: “When designing a new collection, finding inspiration for materials, structures and colours is key. Something as simple as a subtle detail can inspire the birth of a completely new item,” says Senior Designer, Bettina Jonsson. Like people, a brand has its own, unique DNA – a set of significant characteristics that are distinctive no matter what product is on the drawing board. “House Doctor’s DNA is fundamental when creating a new collection. When working in design, we know exactly what materials and colours will work. And for the spring summer 2020 collection, art and the handmade has been our main focus. From the overall concept to the details, it is visible in the colours, lines, patterns and structures of the products,” says Bettina.