Vienna calling

I woke up tonight at 5am because I was so excited.  It is one of these mornings when I get up in less than five seconds, because I am just happy to start the day.

No, I am not flying to New York – I am (only) driving to Vienna. Nothing special. But I can’t wait to visit my little brother’s first flat.

I remember every time he visited me in New York and Shanghai. It was always lots of fun. And no it is the other way around.

Time flies so fast, it feels like yesterday when we were playing together, dreaming about building a tunnel between our rooms or fighting over small things.

And now?

He is grown up, sometimes I feel like he is more mature and settled than I am, five years older than him. He cooks better than me, knows how to bake and if I have a question about what’s going on in our world, either it is about politics, finance or economy – he knows the best. I am really proud of him.

So now I have to finish packing, eating breakfast and get my second caffeine boost– all at the same time. #chaosqueen

ON THE GO

@Ninawro

Spotted in Salzburg

Beanie: #cos
Cardigan: #zara
Jeans: #7fam 7 for all mankind
Shirt: #intissimi
Scarf: #liebeskind
Bag: #luisvuitton
Ankle Boots: from an Italian shoe boutique 

DE-STRESS GETAWAY

Tauern Spa

In a world where even our vacations have become hectic, I have chosen a slow mindful way for a weekend trip – combined with good wine, delicious food and beloved company!

A spa weekend at its finest – please take me back right now!

Nothing but relaxed! No computer, no work, no stress – just sun, sleep and lots of relaxation.

After 3 days spending at Tauern Spa, Salzburg, I feel rejuvenated and pure. The peaceful environment in the middle of the National Park Hohe Tauern and sight at the glacier Kitzsteinhorn were the best place to recharge.

Nothing like waking up to a view of the mountains and a dreamy nature scenery - well maybe nothing but waking up seeing the Empire State Building #NYClover.

Anyway, I miss jumping in the skyline pool for a short swim before having an amazing breakfast or to watch the sundown with its beautiful orange color nuances.

I love snow, winter and skiing, but I need to admit that I had enjoyed sunbathing in November. Last year at this time we had snow and temperatures below 0 degrees Celsius. And this weekend? We had a warm summer revival in November. Sun bathing in Winter? Yes! Cocktails and sunscreen instead of tea and steam sauna. Cheers!

Thank god it’s Friday

It’s been a stressful week and I am more happy than ever that it’s Friday.

Normally I had already eaten at least one whole package of Balisto or Raffaelo by now. But I stayed sober:  It’s been 10 days without sugar. As far as I can tell it’s not so hard as I thought.

Besides the daily 10 minutes of struggle with my inner temptation: “ah why am I even doing this? Just one cookie wouldn’t be so bad, …”, it works out fine. My skin gets better, I am fitter and my body feels already leaner and not so bloated.

Now I am ready for 3 days of De-Stress Deluxe. Tauernspa Kaprun I am coming!

After last minute packing and a Nespresso to-go for the drive I am ready for a relaxed weekend in the middle of Salzburg’s panoramic mountains “Hohe Tauern”.

Sugar breakup!

Last weekend in Italy was a lot of fun and the food delicious, but it was also the start of my kind of ‘diet’ thing.

I am not the diet person. However, I try to eat healthy but I am not calculating calories, carbs or whatever.

A lot of wine, pizza, pasta, tiramisu, candy, chocolate, less exercise just got me in a bad mood. That’s why I just thought it is time for a healthy cleanse.

Another main reason to go through a sugar break-up is my addiction to it. I wanted to prove myself that I can be happy without sugar. For some people this might sound stupid, but I already got the feeling that I couldn’t function without sugar or something sweet after lunch. So this is mostly about proving that I can survive the afternoon without a Balisto, a cookie or whatever I find in our office.

When I told my mum about my brilliant idea she kind of laughed at me and asked me what I am planning to eat now? And naïve as I was I answered well everything but candy, chocolate, sweets,… but fruit sugar, I need fresh fruits and chia seeds or oatmeal in the morning.

Then she brought me back to reality and told me that I should check the ingredient list of the foods in my fridge. I checked it and realized that almost everything contains sugar, even my beloved feta cheese, the plain greek yoghurt I eat for breakfast or balsamic vinegar.

Thinking how easy it would be banning sugar for a while, turned out no so cool anymore.

I started rethinking my healthy eating choice. In order to stick to my break-up and don’t get coughed rebounding with sugar, next week already. I decided to avoid only food that contains added sugar and lots of carbs like bread, pasta, rice, couscous, quinoa, etc.

My beloved Sunday brunch with bread, cereal, croissant, honey, Nutella or whatever turned into a chia pudding fruit bowl and I can tell you it is amazing! I love it! 

Brunch with bread and cereal

Chia pudding with oats and fruits

Chia seeds are not just a hyped superfood, well it might don’t make you automatically prettier, skinnier or healthier but the low carb seeds are high in omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and minerals.