Lisette’s is named after me, and even though it is no longer my restaurant, the name has somehow become part of everyday life. That in itself is fascinating. A name turning into a household name. I am still very close to the family behind it, and it remains a space that is deeply close to my heart.

The logo was made a long time ago, drawn entirely by hand by me, and I still love it. It is a quiet reminder that when you pour real love and energy into a design, it has a way of lasting. The same goes for the tiles. Designed years ago, they are still beautiful today, timeless rather than dated. They were also the starting point of our very first print, Willow Wishes, which makes seeing them now even more meaningful.

We will be working together again in the future. But for now, if you love Nala, Lisette’s in 163 is very much the place to go. And for those who know, I am vegetarian with a dash of fish once in a while. The big vegan breakfast is still as good as ever.

Some places do not shout. They whisper. They welcome you with warmth, soft charm, and an easy kind of beauty that feels almost handwritten. Liten Cafe is exactly that kind of place.

Just around the corner from my house, it has become one of my favourite spots in the neighbourhood. My sister even said it was the best coffee she had during her entire stay in Malaysia, which tells you everything you need to know. One sip and you understand why people fall in love with it.

Liten is beautifully designed in the most humble way. Nothing loud, nothing trying too hard. The people are lovely, the space is cosy, and the atmosphere has that gentle balance of calm and creativity. On weekends, this is where I love to sit and work. Something about the light and the quiet hum gives me clarity.

It is also one of those walking distance treasures. When you need a reset or a tiny escape, you can simply wander over, take a breath, and enjoy an excellent coffee before stepping back into your day.

In many ways, Liten feels like the younger sibling of Ghost Bird, our beloved coffee corner at home. Both places carry soul, sincerity, and a kind of simple beauty that makes you want to stay a little longer.

A small cafe with a big heart. A perfect pause. A little universe of its own.

One of my new favorite spots at The Campus is a restaurant called Pizza Duo. It’s beautifully designed, especially the outdoor seating area that looks out over the football field. The whole place has a wonderful relaxed vibe that feels instantly welcoming. The pizza was genuinely delicious, and the design was just as impressive. Every detail feels thoughtful, from the furniture to the colors to the way the space flows.

It’s refreshing to see more and more beautifully designed places appearing. You can feel the creative energy in the air. For someone like me, currently under a self-imposed travel ban, finding a place like this feels like a small holiday. It reminds me of Milan, good pizza, good atmosphere, and that perfect balance between style and comfort.

If anyone knows who the interior designer of Pizza Duo is, please tell me. Whoever did it deserves a round of applause. It’s elegant, warm, and perfectly executed, the kind of place that makes you want to linger just a little longer.

In our universe flowers will always be in fashion.

Rethinking food, fasting, and feeling good

I’ve been on quite the journey with food lately. From Dr. Stacey Sims’ “Women are not little men”, which firmly dismissed fasting, to Dr. Mindy Pelz’s ‘Eat Like a Girl’, which says fasting, even for three days, can actually reset your entire system.

Dr. Mindy Pelz is a leading voice in women’s health and fasting. She’s a doctor of chiropractic, a nutrition and wellness expert, and the author of several bestsellers including Fast Like a Girl. Her work focuses on helping women understand how hormones affect metabolism, energy, and overall wellbeing, and how syncing food and fasting with your cycle can transform how you feel.

I’m still somewhere in the middle. I haven’t tried the full three-day water fast yet, but I’m intrigued by the idea of giving my body a complete reboot.

The book itself is an absolute winner. The writing is honest and intelligent, and the recipes are surprisingly good. I made the first protein bar recipe and it was amazing, truly delicious. A few others were hit or miss, but that’s part of the fun.

If you’re curious about how women’s bodies really respond to food, hormones, and rest, and you like experimenting in the kitchen, this one’s worth picking up.

Eat Like a Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz is available now at Kinokuniya.