Things to do – at home or outside
THINGS TO DO AND ENJOY – AT HOME OR OUTSIDE
1 Green THE shoots SKILL CLASS
In The Vegetarian Kitchen: A Guide to Modern Cooking, a new online course from Create Academy, pioneering cook and writer Anna Jones invites you into her kitchen to learn the secrets of vegetarian and vegan food. The course covers the fundamentals, including building flavour and texture. She also shares delicious new recipes in step-by-step videos including Quick Cucumber and Tofu Noodles with Cashews, Grapefruit Nam Jim and Herbs, and Sweet Potato and Peanut Massaman Curry with Roast Squash.
The Vegetarian Kitchen, £127, createacademy.com
2 THE MUST READ Modern love
A sure-fire contender for multiple buys and gifting to pals – Conversations on Love by Natasha
Lunn (£14.99, Viking) is a celebration and investigation of love in all its forms. It will honestly change how you think about love, in romantic relationships or otherwise, and has the power to overhaul your life in all manner of positive ways. A bold claim, but one we’re very happy to stand by.
3 THE INSTA ACCOUNT Mysterious girl
We are mesmerised by the work of Brooklyn ceramist Michelle Quan, who creates mystical pieces decorated with colourful Eastern symbols. Dishes, bowls, vases and wind chimes are hand-built or wheel-thrown in stoneware or porcelain and feature striking moons, half moons, eclipses and lace-like constellations painted by Michelle. Her astrological bells (pictured) are a firm favourite. @mquanstudio, mquan.com
4 BOOK CLUB Interior design master
A jewel of a tome from one of the UK’S most celebrated designers and founder of Firmdale Hotels, Design Secrets by Kit Kemp (£25, Hardie Grant) is a lavishly detailed decorating guide. The book outlines tips and tricks to add character and charm to your home with lively captioned chapters like ‘The Rules of Magic’ and sections dedicated to artisans and designers, from embroiderers to collage artists, who have helped create Kit’s distinctive interiors. It is a feast for the eyes and perfect if you’re looking to bring a personal touch to your living space.
5 THE STAYCATION Serviced apartment
Domus Stay is a short-term rental service that offers guests access to some outstanding London homes, from an apartment designed by Sir David Chipperfield to a townhouse furnished by Fran Hickman. The company’s concierge service can help with everything from booking dinner to helicopter hire. domusstay.com