Not smoked or injected, but absorbed sublingually & slowly, Scandalous Metropolitan is an undemanding fix of the coolest city in the world
- something to browse through, there on the shelf when you need it. This book is a collection of Tokyo 'stuff'. Street photography is the key ingredient, but it's not a photography book. The scrapbook concept comes close; we'd rather steer clear of the craft, memorabilia & PH-neutral paper image it brings to mind. It will cater to those with an interest in the city, & those with an obsession. It won't explain Japanese pop culture & fashion in pedantic detail because it's 2008 & the world already knows all it needs to about that. Text will be present, to add to the imagery, but for the most part it's entirely visual. The imagery is chronologically organised (loosely over a 24-hour period), & each spread is tightly themed around a topic. It captures that which makes Tokyo unique: glowing vending machines, quirky shops, whiskey bars & the streets after the night before are all in; cliches such as geisha, temples & Harajuku street fashion are out.
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Bronte Aurell, owner of the Scandi Kitchen Cafe in London, brings her famous flair to over 65 Scandinavian-style recipes that perfectly capture the joy of summer eating. In the warmer months we crave food that is often naturally lighter & nourishing. Scandinavians do summer food so well
- it is wholesome, flavoursome, simple to make & sumptuous to look at. In Scandinavian culture, eating well is all about `lagom` or balance
- everything in moderation. Try the tempting breakfast ideas such as Blueberry Porridge. Sharing plates such as Smoked Mackerel Rillettes with Rye Crisps are ideal for grazing, while satisfying larger plates include Herbed Pork Tenderloin with Hasselback Potatoes or Danish Plaice with Remoulade. The all-important cake & fika recipes include a Midsummer Strawberry Cake & Skinny Lemon Muffins. A classic Sourdough Rye Loaf & Seeded Crispbread with Dried Nettles are on offer in the breads chapter, & tempting desserts include a Swedish Mess with Cloudberries, plus there are some refreshing summer drinks to sip, such as a traditional aquavit cocktail. Also included are Bronte`s fascinating insights into Scandinavian summer traditions & celebrations.

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A follow-up to the successful ` The Scandi Kitchen` (published September 2015), this new book from Bronte Aurell features over 60 recipes for cakes, bakes & treats from all over Scandinavia. From indulgent cream confections to homely & comforting fruit cakes & traditional breads, sweet buns & pastries. FIKA is a Swedish word meaning to meet up for a cup of coffee or tea over something delicious. It is also the word for the delicious treats themselves. Swedes traditionally stop twice a day for fika: taking a much-needed break from the daily grind. People fika with family, colleagues, friends, children & even go on fika dates. HYGGE (pronounced hue-guh) is a word that originated in Norway but is now mainly used in Denmark. It means `a sublime state of cosiness you feel when you are with loved ones & nothing else matters`. Hygge can be enhanced by the addition of a log fire, a good film, a cup of something warm & a sweet treat...hence the ideal combination of the two terms. Chapters are divided into Biscuits & Cookies, Tray & No bakes, Everyday Fika, Little Fancy Cakes, Celebration Cakes & Bread & Batters. This beautifully illustrated, authentic guide is a celebration of Scandinavian baking in all its glory. It is evocative of cosy days shared with friends, slowing down & taking the time to enjoy simple, homemade, wholesome pleasures
- encouraging a lifestyle to aspire to. With features on special Scandi winter celebrations, their baking traditions & how to bring fika & hygge into your life.
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Discover the essence of hygge as revealed by Bronte Aurell, Danish owner of London`s Scandi Kitchen in this honest & thoughtful guide, which also features some of her favourite recipes from her books, The Scandi Kitchen & Fika & Hygge, to help you enjoy a `hyggelig` time. Hygge is in the zeitgeist, but what is it, how do we bring hygge in our lives & why are we so captivated with this Danish word? According to Bronte it is really not complicated & doesn`t involve spending vast amounts of money on candles or blankets...in its purest form it is simply about appreciating life. Explained in 12 entertaining chapters interspersed with recipes, you will learn first about the origins of the word hygge (old Norse) & then how to embrace it with essays on: Hygge & the Basics, Hygge & Happiness, Hygge & Sharing, Hygge & Baking, Hygge & Darkness, Hygge & Light, Hygge & Time, Hygge & Stress, Hygge & Soul, Hygge & Nature, Hygge & Stuff & Hygge & Your Home. Hygge is a completely psychological & emotional state of being. Whether it`s going for a long walk or baking & sharing a cake with friends, when you carve a pocket of time in your day, hygge can often be found. Remembering to appreciate & experience the moment will help you find your very own hygge. ...

We`ve long looked south for our food inspiration
- but what about our neighbours to the north? We share a climate, a history (those
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Clear & colourful 79x 99cm wallmap of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland & the Baltic States. Iceland & the Faeroes are shown in an inset. Towns, main roads & railways are marked, along with elevation colouring & provincial boundaries. Legend in English. The publishers, Norstedts Kartf ...

Double-sided road map of Scandinavia with the Northern half at 1:1, 500, 000 & the South at 1:800, 000 from AA, with cartography by Freytag & Berndt, providing enlargements of road access to Helsinki, Oslo, Copenhagen, Stockholm & Goteborg. On one side is Finland & most or Sweden & Norway up to Oslo, with the Faroe Islands shown as an inset at 1:800, 000. The reverse provides a good repeat that sees Oslo again & shows the southern part of the peninsula, Denmark & the German coast line, extending southward down to Hamburg & eastward up to Szczecin in Pol&. National boundaries & international border crossings are prominently highlighted. Lines of longitude & latitude are marked at 1 ...

Scandinavia in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...

Scandinavia in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

Whether you dream of cruising through Norway s majestic fjords or floating in Iceland s Blue Lagoon, sampling Copenhagen s finest New Nordic cuisine or gazing at the Northern Lights in a snowy Swedish wonderl&, this guide will make your fantasy reality. Getting you to the heart of a place. Amazing experiences Inspirational images, highlights, author recommendations & the best of local knowledge. Plan the perfect trip Planning features & top itineraries give you the freedom to create your ideal trip. Find hidden travel gems. Our authors uncover local secrets that will make your trip unique. Special Features, Tallinn chapter, Natural Wonders feature, Fully illustrated itineraries, Countries at a Glance. We tell it like it is. Our job is to make amazing travel experiences happen. We visit the places we write about each & every edition. We never take freebies for positive coverage, so you can always rely on us to tell it like it is. ...