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5 Easy Indian Classics You Should Master — And Make Your Own!

If you're Intimidated by Indian cooking, here’s a set of five recipes to get you started. Each recipe will introduce you to key steps and once y...

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Matar Paneer

Matar Paneer is an Indian classic, a curry that’s buttery, indulgent and rich. This version is no less tasty, but much healthier—the flavour comes from allowing the onion and tomato base to cook down slowly, and the spices to assimilate in it. It’s the perfect a dish for a Saturday night, and tastes more decadent than the effort that actually goes into it—all you need is an hour max!

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In Conversation: Viola Beuscher

In Conversation is a new series of talks with women we find fascinating: We want to hear their take on business, femininity & feminism, fashion, body image and the things that move them.

Just three years after setting up her ceramic studio, Viola Beuscher is an established name in Frankfurt and beyond. Her beautiful handmade pieces are everywhere you look: in discerning homes, Frankfurt's nicest cafes, restaurants and design stores. As a self-taught artist and young business woman her journey has been anything but breezy, so there's much she can be proud of.

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In Conversation: Eva Kim

In Conversation is a new series of talks with women we find fascinating: We want to hear their take on business, femininity & feminism, fashion, body image and the things that move them.

Eva Kim, who goes by the nickname Kim, creates beautifully poetic pieces from clay under her brand kimceramics. Her glazes are reminiscent of watercolours, and she shares the joys of the unpredictability of working with colour and heat through her Instagram posts. She invited us to her brand-new studio where she’s busy dreaming up an online store for her creations.

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3 breakfast recipes perfect for the weekend

Three breakfast ideas that will be real highlights of your weekend. They're easy to make, yet delicious enough that they feel like a great treat. Light and nutritious, all are vegan, some are gluten free (and the rest are easily adaptable). Which ones will you be making this weekend?

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In Conversation: Sara Ellinger

In Conversation is a new series of talks with women we find fascinating: We want to hear their take on business, femininity & feminism, fashion, body image and the things that move them.

Sara Ellinger is a graphic designer and mother of two little girls, Tilda and Java. She shares a beautifully designed apartment with her husband, his son and an adorable black poodle.

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Mushroom döner kebabs with coleslaw and sumac yoghurt

This recipe brings together a whole variety of favours and textures, layered one on top of the other. It’s inspired by the classic Turkish döner kebab, and has mushrooms marinated in an aromatic spice base playing the main role, layered with tangy coleslaw and a fresh, sumac-inflected yoghurt. A soft chapatti serves as the base holding everything together.

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In Conversation: Rachel Dodoo-Mehl

In Conversation is a new series of talks with women we find fascinating: We want to hear their take on business, femininity & feminism, fashion, body image and the things that move them.

Rachel Dodoo-Mehl wanted to introduce Frankfurt to an element of Sydney chic, and her gelateria Antipodean is certainly one of the most beautiful spots you can queue for ice cream. Regulars know to get there on time to taste Rachel’s fabulous offerings, made in-store using carefully selected ingredients.

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In Conversation: The Lindenberg Edit

In Conversation is a new series of talks with women we find fascinating: We want to hear their take on business, femininity & feminism, fashion, body image and the things that move them.

In this edition, Julia, Nina and Ubin from the Lindenberg team picked their favourite looks from our collection, perfect for summer and beyond.

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In Conversation: KeHa Sun & Ms. Romanow

In Conversation is a new series of talks with women we find fascinating: We want to hear their take on business, femininity & feminism, fashion, body image and the things that move them.

DJ duo KeHa Sun and Ms. Romanow don’t like being categorised by genre. “We want every gig to be amazing, with you having a really great time”, they say. They’ve created music for experiences as diverse as art exhibitions and experimental dining concepts, and have played at some of the coolest feel-good locations in Frankfurt.

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In Conversation: The Frankfurt Edit

In Conversation is a new series of talks with women we find fascinating: We want to hear their take on femininity & feminism, fashion, body image and things that move them.

Janice Henry and Kelly Ekardt started cool-stuff blog The Frankfurt Edit out of necessity: The move to Frankfurt left them feeling a little lost, as did the absence of English-language content about cool things to do in the city.

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Poha — A breakfast dish with steamed rice flakes

Poha is a golden bowl of sunshine that packs a delicious punch. Each bite is a revelation: tender flakes of beaten rice studded with crunchy peanuts, grated coconut, fresh coriander and squares of soft potato, all tied together with a squeeze of fresh citrus. Usually eaten as a quick breakfast or a snack, it is simple to make and very addictive.

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In Conversation: Beatriz Monteiro

In Conversation is a new series of talks with women we find fascinating: We want to hear their take on femininity & feminism, fashion & body image, work, play and things that move them.

First up is Beatriz Monteiro, stylist & personal shopper. Born and brought up in São Paulo, Brazil to a German mother and Brazilian father, she moved to Frankfurt as a teenager and has lived here since then.