Author: Renata Rucka
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Shall I become a minimalist? What does it mean at all?
Minimalism. I have been hearing this word for quite a long time from all different directions and started to examine it more. I found out I actually had some minimalism traces in me already and wanted to further develop them because it is super interesting and makes a lot of sense. For me, being a…
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The yoga chocolate bar
Yoga and chocolate are big friends. They both have power to make us feel ecstatic! If you have read more recipes on this site you probably already know that I am talking about the chocolate which nurtures your body and soul because of the ingredients it contains. Cacao powder, coconut oil, maple sirup or dates.…
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Let there be light!
Naturally, we incline to light. We go where light is, the plants turn towards light, photographers chase after light as the magic ingredient for their work. Light brings joy and positivity. Light supports life. Imagine a morning, the rising sun, a new day beginning. Everything is still, fresh and bright. This little spark of something great,…
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Smoothie ice cream
Believe it or not, this raspberry smoothie ice cream is made in 5 minutes, tastes like if summer and winter are getting married, and is actually very healthy! Whaat? Yes, it’s true! Here is how you can make it: What do I need? 1 cup frozen raspberries 1 frozen banana cut in pieces 1 cup…
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New York, New York!
The Big Apple. Home to many movies, celebrities, chilled coffeeshops, organic whole foods stores, exciting people, big brands and endless possibilities. Also the STRALA YOGA headquarter! Coming to Strala, participating at yoga trainings, workshops, taking classes, leading classes and hanging with Strala people felt so very special to me. The place is like a warm, friendly,…
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The intuitive sourdough bread
Making sourdough bread is very satisfying. It’s easy, fun and the result tastes delicious. I call this bread for intuitive, because I don’t really measure anything when making it. I just use my intuition, creativity and common sense. Everyone can do it!:) You want to end up with a dough which is not too runny…
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Oat yogurt – the sour addiction
I love yogurt and I love oats, so when I found out that I can make oat yogurt which is delicious, creamy and vegan, and which can also be used as a sourdough starter to make bread, I became very excited and ready to experiment. Making oat yogurt is actually much easier then I thought and once…
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Raw chocolate truffles
Everything about these chocolate truffles is raw. The ingredients, the taste, the look and the health benefits. The idea of making them came from visiting Sellanraa, my favourite coffee & book place in Trondheim. They were selling these big chocolate truffles and when I saw them I wanted to make them as soon as I get back…
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A tribute to nature
Dear Nature Beautiful and powerful You give us comfort when no one else can You give us joy and clear mind You bring us back into our power You make us see new perspectives You teach us to stay present You nourish our bodies with the most delightful treats You nourish our hearts with your…
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Coffeeshop – the magic space?
One of the first things which interest me in a city are the coffeeshops. Somehow they help me understand the city and its folks better. I love when opening the door feels like entering a different world. A sensual world of uplifting music, freshly brewed coffee and buzzling vibes. SELLANRAA book & bar cafe in Trondheim is…
Renata Rucka. Bohemian in the North. 