I’ve got a few posts to write on cooking/baking in the past month, but that can wait. For now, let’s cover the more recent news. I had quite a productive weekend (my favourite kind), I finally managed to send T a letter and the vanilla pods I promised to send ages ago, spent a lot of time walking around central London, catching up with friends in numerous cafes, visiting the CSM MA Communication Design and BA(Hons) Graphic Design exhibition shows and played with my newest toy, which shall remain a secret until the next post.

Firstly, the exhibition shows. In short, they were really good. I hadn’t been to an exhibition is a really long time and it was really inspiring. It made me want to be a student again. I really want to be able to make books and do some self-initiated projects and research like you’re able to when you’re a student. Not to say that you can’t do it after graduating, but I suppose you don’t really have the luxury of time like you do when you’re in uni (but somehow you never realise this when you’re in uni).

I loved The Success Publication by Andreas Christie Ryalen. Maybe because it’s such a relevant topic between me and my friends. Anyway, it was lovely to read.

Love the 3D windows/popups, the overlaying of the cards and the resulting shadows on the wall. Don’t think I actually bothered to understand what it was about at the exhibition, but it’s a physical installation by Will Quirk, based on his web-based attempt to slow down the reader and force them to take in each sentence, as seen here.

This screenprinted table cloth made me think of A and would probably be the kind of thing we’d have on our dining table if we lived together. Can’t recall who it’s by though. *Update* Lovely tablecloth designed by Irene Omodeo Zorini.

A feminist map of London that caught my eye. F MAP: HERSTORY LONDON by Laura Varzgalyte Nicely done.

Secondly, cafes. How lovely it is when you find a cafe that you like. Shino introduced me to Foxcroft and Ginger in Soho and The Vintage Emporium near Brick Lane. I really like The Vintage Emporium, with its rustic antique style and ultra-friendly staff.

I also went to The Nordic Bakery in Golden Square on Sunday with Silvia. Always good to have pastries+tea/coffee. I had the cinnamon bun, which I’ve been wanting to make ever since I got the cookbook. So maybe this weekend?