Pure Energy & Traditional Beauty
Pragmatic and frequent travelers, Mongolians have adapted their attire to the harsh weather of the high plateau. As nomadic horse riders, Mongolians wear clothing that reflects their love of the grasslands, while also protecting them from the elements. Snug hats and sleeveless padded jackets, called khaantaz, are essential. Pants are tucked into sturdy leather boots […]
“The Three Musicians” by Diego Velázquez. Public Domain Music masters like Bach, Schubert, Schumann, and Strauss infused this esoteric ingredient to create their profound musical works. The things that are dearest and most real to us are beyond words. Who can define or describe life, love, or beauty, but who can deny their existence? Most […]
The Galette des Rois, or “King’s Cake,” is a beloved pastry in the French-speaking world, traditionally enjoyed during the celebration of Epiphany in Europe. (Image: Manos Angelakis/LuxuryWeb Magazine) Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine A galette is a French round, flat, and crusty cake — sometimes even a type of flatbread. The Galette des Rois, […]
“By the Piano” by Delphin Enjolra. The love of music and other arts can be very subjective. Public Domain Criticism of music and poetry can’t be distilled into a science; its very nature comes from the changeability found in the human soul. Many things we thought we knew have been found to be false. Things […]
Susan Paterson meticulously creates her still-life paintings, sometimes spending 35 to 50 hours on the drawing alone. She’s pictured here in her studio painting “Eggs With Lace Tablecloth.” Oil on panel; 12 inches by 18 inches. Susan Paterson In January, many of us plan our year ahead. Each year, I try to make time for […]
Illustration by The Epoch Times, Shutterstock The healing power of music has been recognized since the times of ancient Greece and ancient China. These days we have clinical studies and systematic reviews to affirm these insights. According to science, music acts on the body in at least two ways, but I suspect other factors are […]
Fegato alla Veneziana, a Venetian specialty of sautéed calf’s liver with onions, is one of the most iconic dishes served throughout the city. (Image: Manos Angelakis/LuxuryWeb Magazine) Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine Fegato alla Veneziana, a Venetian specialty of sautéed calf’s liver with onions, is one of the most iconic dishes of La Serenissima, […]
The right kind of music has been proven to alleviate stress and scientists have used it to heal a young girl’s brain. Beautiful music can move an audience to tears while a high-pitched sound can shatter glass. The vibrations and frequencies that make up the sounds have a powerful effect on the human mind—and body, […]
Chinese yam is a key component in many traditional remedies, and it is also a staple food in China. (Image: Chinese Medicine Podcast via pexels) Part of the allure with Chinese herbal remedies is the fascinating names allotted to the material. Take Chinese yams (shan yao 山药), for instance. This translates literally to the much-more-intriguing […]
Explore the world of knitting, and you’ll find it has a lot to offer! (Image by Sophie Janotta from Pixabay) Life is full of challenges — some of them more stressful than others. Whether you are a banker or a brick-layer, you are bound to have moments when you simply need a break. Knitting may […]
