The Fabric Freshener Post

 

If there is one thing that really agitates me, is if my clothes are smelling not-so-fresh. *dumps clothes into the laundry basket* Not if, like me, you're constantly rushing out the house and you realise last minute. Perfume is the obvious answer, however that usually just masks the odour and is not very subtle. Fabric fresheners are (obviously) much more suitable. They can also used them to refresh bed linen, upholstery and curtains.
 

The Body Shop Sandalwood and Ginger Body/Room/Linen Spritz 100ml (£7.00)

I am useless at describing scents so I'll just input the description from the website:
 
Best if you want to: Sharpen your senses with a spicy, woody aroma in a scented spray that can be used in several ways to fragrance your home with immediate effect. Can even be used on the skin! 
How it works: Almond and cinnamon provide the initial scent of the fragrance. Ginger and sandalwood are the dominant notes of the fragrance. Musk and tonka bean tend to linger for longer than the other notes.

Yep. this scent is definitely up my street. Smells warm, spicy in a subtle, refreshing way and reminds me of autumn. This is also great as a room spray.
http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/fragrance/body-room-fragrance/sandalwood-ginger-body-room-linen-spritz.aspx


Marks & Spencer Green Fig Luxury Fabric Freshener 250ml
 
A sophisticated green fruity fragrance reminiscent of sun ripened Mediterranean figs complimented by sensual jasmine, creamy sandalwood and precious musks.
 
This is one of the most unique scents I've ever come across. Its very fresh and almost earthy. I think this has more lasting power than The Body Shop one.
I'm not completely sure about the price, but I can recall that it was under £5 in the sale when I got it.
 
http://www.marksandspencer.com/green-fig-fabric-freshener/p/p22293996

RECIPE: Coconut Chicken Curry

So Mother told me that I was in charge of cooking dinner for tonight. I needed something quick, simple and that could be prepared ahead of time. This dish is kind of restaurant-y and hence, easily impressive. I cannot take full credit for this recipe as it IS a twist of my mothers recipe which is adapted from a Shanaaz Parker recipe book. (If you are not familiar with her, I highly recommend checking out her recipe books/website)

This dish is obviously inspired by thai/indian flavours. It is balanced, spicy and fresh and the coconut milk lends a subtle sweetness.

INGREDIENTS
500g Chicken fillet, washed drained and cut into bite size chunks
1 medium onion, cubed
1 tsp crushed green chilli paste
1 1/2 tsp garlic paste
1 tsp Ginger garlic paste
Spices; 1 1/2 tsp salt (or according to taste)1 tsp ground black pepper. 1 tsp season all. 1/2 tsp ground cumin. 1 heaped tsp ground coriander powder. 1/2 ground turmeric. 1 tsp paprika, Chilli powder, if needed and according to taste
1 tbsp vinegar
1 lemon, zest grated and the juice of half a lemon
1 large bell pepper, cut into pieces (I used red and yellow)
I tin Coconut milk
3 tbsp natural/greek style yogurt
1/4 cup milk mixed with 1 tbsp cornflour
2 large handfuls of fresh coriander

METHOD
-Marinate the chicken in the garlic paste, vinegar and all the spices. Leave for a hour, or more, if time allows.
-Heat some oil in a pot. Add the onion and cook on medium-low heat until softened and very slightly golden. Add the ginger garlic paste and green chilli paste and sizzle until it releases an aroma
-Put the heat on high and add the chicken. Toss the chicken until it is coloured all over, about 2 minutes.
-Lower the heat and place the lid on the pan. Let it cook for 5 minutes.
-Add the peppers and lemon juice and let it cook for a further 2 minutes.   
-Meanwhile grind the milk, coriander, yougurt and coconut milk in a blender and add to the chicken along with the lemon zest.
-Simmer for about 10 minutes.
(If you are preparing this in advance, switch the heat off and simmer it later)
-Garnish with fresh coriander. Serve with rice or naan bread.

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PHOTOS: SUNSETS

I have always been interested in photography. And I think it has developed a lot through time to the point where I consider the photographers view point, contemplate on the lighting and composition and speculate as to how improve the quality of the picture.
Rambling aside, here are our collection of photos themed on 'SUNSETS'.
There's something about them that send me running for the camera. Easy to capture and naturally, always impressive in photos. It also helps that we live on a hill which never fails to provide us with a rewarding view.

From the Hill

Fiery

Mellow and sort of like blended chalk pastels



Ethereal. Taken after a British downpour

Tilt your head. (Bedroom view)

View from the hill

Something's brewing

Looks like a painting