Do you have a morning ritual that helps you start your day?
I am a huge advocate of morning lemon water. It is the one practice I try to never compromise on, so I have begun to prep my fresh lemon juice by freezing it into ice cubes so that I never go without.
How do your surroundings influence your style?
More than my surroundings, it the temperature that influences my style. Summer really brings out my feminine side and inspires me to be more creative, while when it is colder I just want to be as comfortable as possible, going for more functional and more masculine clothing. This said, I spent an entire week dressed very much like Frida Kahlo when I recently travelled to Oaxaca in Mexico. The city had a huge effect on me!
Do you have a favourite ingredient?
Possibly salt…
What is so special about preserved lemons?
Preserving lemons, just like with tomatoes, means that you can take a lemon at the height of its season and safeguard it’s flavour for whenever you need it. Lemons preserved in salt develop the most unbelievable nuances in flavour, something between salted caramel and
the purest citrus bomb. It’s magic! I also make a paste out of the flesh and use it as a secret ingredient in many of my dishes.
What is on your Lucy Folk wishlist?
I’m in love with everything Lucy Folk, especially the jewellery! The Vis a Vis ring and bracelet are on top of my Christmas list this year.