September Favorites

Yes, I know that it’s not September anymore, but this post was impossible to finish earlier. It turned out a lot longer and more random than I’d expected. Already curious to see your reactions!

Achievements

As I’ve mentioned in a former post, I joined a platform called “bloggers.com”. Apart from getting to know other people and having a sneak peek at their blogs, it’s an abundant source of inspiration for everyone because you receive feedback, reviews or comments from other members and vice versa. Each day, the editors of the website pick three blogs which they think are worthy putting on the front page for this day. Luckily, I was chosen by them a few weeks ago. You cannot believe how thrilled I was!  

TV Series

As most of you probably know, there was a horrible long break for all TV series. That’s why I looked for a new one and stumbled over a hilarious show called “Episodes”.  Basically, it’s about a British couple who wrote a successful TV series in the UK and gets an offer to create an American version of it. However, the whole project turns out to be a nightmare as the two cultures clash. Lots of clichés, witty comments and swearing — a must-see!

Another TV show I am truly addicted to is “Masterchef (US version)” which is described best as a reality cooking contest. I just love seeing these people full with fiery passion. They have found their purpose in life and are willing to sacrifice everything for it. Needless to say that these shows are dramatized, but they still illustrate perfectly how important it is to have a goal worth fighting for. This year, the winner of the contest was a blind Asian woman which was probably a victorious day for all kinds of minorities.

Music

 Normally, I listen to lots of different artists, but there were two in particular whom I enjoyed in September. After seeing “The xx” and “Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds” live for the first time at this year’s Frequency festival, I kept pushing the repeat button like a retard when I heard their songs on my iPod.

YouTube

JustForLaughsTV is my favorite YouTube channel of the month! They show hidden camera pranks which really crack you up. You can’t help admiring the creative ideas and of course the impeccable execution of the talented actors. It would be impossible for me to stay serious for so long! Check it out when you’re having a miserable day.

Drinks

 Recently, there were some really funky and colorful bottles in the supermarkets which caught my attention. Arizona Iced Tea is a new brand which has spread quickly and is now available in almost all local supermarket chains. It’s a tad more expensive than other popular ice tea brands, but it does taste a hell of a lot better too, so I can live with that. They are produced in various flavors; personally I like pomegranate and blueberry the best. Give it a try!

Food

Not only do I love to cook, but also to eat (a lot). My absolute favorite dish of this month was lemon honey chicken. Who doesn’t love some crispy chicken skin? The acidic lemon adds a nice twist to the traditional recipe. For those of you with sensitive taste buds, don’t worry! The tartness is not overpowering as it is being neutralized with a few tablespoons of sweet honey. If you like to experiment a little, you can also add a few apple slices. It tastes heavenly!!! You will never want to eat your chicken a different way again, trust me.

An alternative dish for vegetarians (or great dessert) would be those awesomely decadent oreo chocolate cupcakes. A moist, rich chocolate muffin topped with a mountain of fluffy butter cream frosting and a scrumptious oreo cookie on its peak — is there a nicer way to give yourself a little treat?

Toiletries

In my eyes, the most succulent fruit in the world is mango. Maybe because I’m round and yellow? Jokes aside, but that’s why it shouldn’t surprise you that I got a mango shower gel from the Body Shop. Normally, the prices are too high for my taste, but luckily my greedy eyes saw the big, fat sales posters when I passed by. I’ve already used it before because some friends gave it to me. Yet, this was ages ago and I cannot believe that I forgot this pleasant smell. It’s SO good. At the moment I never want to use any other shower gel again. ever.

Accessories

 It seems like September was the month of the great panda madness! I came back from Hong Kong with a panda-shaped bag , a panda organizer and a panda case for my phone. No idea when this obsession started, but I couldn’t resist getting those things as you’d never find anything like that in Austria (especially for such a price!). I guess that’s a proof of how Asian I am.