Matalan Malta opens its doors at CenterParc, Qormi!*

Matalan Malta opens its doors at CenterParc, Qormi!*

Sunday, 27 October 2019

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On 12th October, Matalan Malta opened its doors at CenterParc, Qormi!

This is their latest addition to the Matalan outlets, having shops in Valletta, Sliema, Fgura and at the Smart Shopping Complex in Birkirkara.

Matalan has to be one of my favourite shops on the island – you can find everything under one roof, from the latest collections of affordable women, men & kids fashion, to home décor and house necessities. The newly opened store at CenterParc is quite big, and they have loads of clothes, accessories and home wear making it the perfect place to pick up some new season pieces.

Within their stylish home décor section, I particularly love their cushions, throws & obviously their scented candles! I already have my eye on a couple of pieces for my study/office which is in the works. I also have a couple of frames in my bedroom which still need pictures but they’re a nice addition to any bed side table. 

Obviously, I have to talk to you about the fashion part of the shop! For one thing, they have a gorgeous Autumn/Winter ’19 Collection – I just want everything! I decided to spend my time trying on some autumn outfits though as I’m really trying to mix up my wardrobe a little bit this winter and add some more colour as I do have a tendency to always wear black in colder months. I was so surprised at how many cool pieces they had while also having clothes to suit a lot of different age ranges and sizes. From teddy coats to cosy knits, denim, and everything you may want this autumn to update your wardrobe.

I hope you liked this quick post, I thought Matalan had some really cute things and I’m definitely going to go back to the home section for some Christmas decorations soon!

Wishing you a wonderful week, 

Love, Thereseanne 

Review: Kandle - Handmade Scented Candles | Home Sweet Home*

Review: Kandle - Handmade Scented Candles | Home Sweet Home*

Sunday, 23 April 2017

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As you probably already seen, I've already spoken about the brand Kandle - Handmade Scented Candles (which is a local candle brand) in a previous post in which I reviewed a christmas candle. The candle I’ll be talking about today is Home Sweet Home. As you open and light the candle, you can pick up on the hint of spices like cinnamon and cloves whilst also having a hint of firewood scent and oranges. The scent also lingers throughout the house which is something I look for in a candle. It also comes in a nice neutral colour and in a very sturdy glass container which you can reuse after the candle finishes.

It’s more of an autumn/wintery candle but I just love putting it on as the scent just evokes home cosiness!  

You can follow Kandle – Handmade Scented Candles here. They also do personalized candles, candle hampers, candle souvenirs and candle melts. You can contact them either through a Facebook Message or through an email: mykandle@outlook.com.  

Until the next one!

Love, T

Review: Kandle - Handmade Scented Candles | Christmas Spice*

Review: Kandle - Handmade Scented Candles | Christmas Spice*

Thursday, 22 December 2016

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Since I’ve been nearing the end of my bedroom redecoration project, I’ve been very much into finding small items to make it feel more cosy and complete, so what better way (especially at this time of year) than a candle, or in this case Kandle?

Kandle – Handmade Scented Candles is a new local brand. As you’ve probably seen all over social media this company is becoming quite famous amongst us bloggers and therefore amongst the Maltese public. They have over 50 different scents to choose from!

The lovely owner of the brand herself was kind enough to offer me 2 candles and also helped me choose the 2 scents (I take quite a long time to choose, I must admit) however, she’s the sweetest lady and was very patient.

The candle I’ll be talking about today is Christmas Spice.  Now it is scientifically proven that everyone smells things differently (it’s all due to our genes) however for me this candle definitely smells Christmassy. There’s a hint of spices like cinnamon and cloves whilst also having a hint of firewood scent and freshly cut pine. The scent also lingers throughout the house which is something I look for in a candle. It also comes in a nice green colour and in a very sturdy glass container which you can reuse after the candle finishes.

I just love putting it on while I cosy up on the sofa or in bed while watching a Christmas movie! It just evokes holiday cheer!

You can follow Kandle – Handmade Scented Candles here. They also do personalized candles, candle hampers, candle souvenirs and candle melts. You can contact them either through a Facebook Message or through an email: mykandle@outlook.com.  

Until the next one!

Love, T

Sunday Morning | Buttermilk Pancakes

Sunday Morning | Buttermilk Pancakes

Sunday, 1 May 2016

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I do not have a go-to pancakes recipe however while many resort to ready-made pancake mix, I tend to lean more towards homemade pancakes because I find that it takes approximately the same amount of time to mix everything up and the best part of it all is that homemade pancakes are healthier since they do not contain additives and preservatives. 

I love searching for recipes on pinterest and pinning away a few recipes for when I'm in the mood to bake. I went through a multitude of pancake recipes however I narrowed down on this one and tried it out. Keep reading to find out what I used and some tips I learnt by trial and error. 

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 eggs

2 cups buttermilk

1/2 cup salted butter, melted and cooled slightly

Clarified butter or high-heat vegetable oil, for cooking

Optional toppings: Cream cheese, banana, chocolate flakes and crushed biscuits 

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk eggs. Whisk in buttermilk and melted butter. Stir flour mixture into buttermilk mixture until just combined (lumps are OK).
3. Heat the oven to 200°F and place an oven-safe plate or baking dish inside. Heat a large, nonstick skillet on the stove top over medium heat. Melt 1/4 teaspoon of butter on skillet. Dollop 1/2 cup batter onto skillet; depending on the size of the skillet, it may fit 2-3 pancakes. 
4. Cook pancakes until bubbles rise to the surface and pop, about 2 minutes. Carefully flip pancakes and cook another 2 minutes.
5. Transfer cooked pancakes to plate in the oven. Cover with foil. Repeat with more butter and remaining batter, until all pancakes are cooked.
6. Add your toppings of choice.                                             

Tips

• Do not over-mix the dry and wet ingredients. Some lumps are fine in the batter. Flour lumps will get cooked anyway.
• Do not get distracted while cakes are on the griddle. Do keep a watchful eye on the pancakes and adjust the heat as you're cooking to prevent them from burning.
• You can make your own buttermilk by adding 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice to milk and letting it sit to sour for 5-10 minutes. The longer the better.

Happy Sunday!

-T

A traditional Christmas + an idea for your turkey leftovers

A traditional Christmas + an idea for your turkey leftovers

Saturday, 26 December 2015

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First of all I hope you all had the most magical Christmas filled with joy, laughter, love and peace with your loved ones. 

Yesterday we rose early to prepare for our traditional family Christmas lunch which my mum always nails; as a starter she made pumpkin soup and then as the main course she cooked a turkey with grilled potatoes and onions, and steamed carrots, broccoli, and green beans. Once we were all well and truly satisfied we cosied into the living room next to the roaring fire to watch a movie and enjoy each others company.

After Christmas there are bound to be some leftovers and I don't think anyone would be in the mood to cook after such a big lunch. 

Some might say turkey and cranberry sandwiches are boring, but I don't believe that. And I'm going to give you an easy recipe so you too can see how yummy they can be. 

Steps:

First you need to toast your slices of bread. 

Then spread each slice of bread with cream cheese and a layer of cranberry sauce. 

Top with lettuce, turkey and remaining slice of bread. 

Plus up your sandwich : Add pomegranate, nuts and a little bit of pepper to your sandwich! 

As you can see these sandwiches are pretty enough to serve for a fancy brunch, but simple enough to enjoy for a lazy lunch.

Happy Holidays! 

-T

Afternoon Baking | Banana Oatmeal Cookies

Afternoon Baking | Banana Oatmeal Cookies

Saturday, 17 October 2015

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It’s been a while since I uploaded a new blogpost and I’m so sorry about that, but it has been a very hectic 2 weeks adjusting and getting used to university life. With that said. as you can see, I’m back with a new post; a new recipe which I tried out for the first time last Sunday. If you read my previous (baking) post, you might have noticed that I love baking. The reason behind it is not only because I love eating but it’s mostly because it’s very satisfying – from the magical transformation of ingredients to the amazing smell that makes everyone in the house looking forward to the final result. Now I should stop talking about me and tell you all about the recipe.

Late Night Baking | Nutella Stuffed Cookies

Late Night Baking | Nutella Stuffed Cookies

Friday, 19 June 2015

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Recently, I was going through one my favourite blogs called I Covet Thee written by the lovely Alix Coburn and I came across a recipe she did last Easter. It was late in the evening around 9.00pm and for me when it comes to baking, I either do it in the afternoon when the house is quiet or late in the evening – what can I say, I'm a night owl! This recipe is super easy, fun to do and the most important part - there is chocolate involved, so I thought I would give it a try. After all they’re Nutella stuffed cookies.. who wouldn't want to try them?

'Get to Know Me' Tag

'Get to Know Me' Tag

Monday, 8 June 2015

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I've been tagged by the lovely Fiona from Cruelty Free Malta (make sure to check out her blog) to answer 15 questions about myself so that everyone could get to know me a bit better. I thought it would be a nice idea to do this so you guys can know a little bit more about me! I think the more personal you get with your readers, the better :)

Here we go . . .