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Some recipes are so simple and full of flavor that you end up making them again and again — this yogurt-marinated chicken is exactly that kind of dish. It’s tender, perfectly spice…

Sometimes, the best meals are the ones that come together quickly, using just a few ingredients, but feel like something special. That’s exactly how I’d describe this dish — **glaz…

I recently had the chance to work with a new client that truly felt like a dream collaboration — a **small, family-owned organic farm that produces freeze-dried herbs and spices**.…

There’s something incredibly comforting about a bowl of warm, blended soup — especially when it’s bright green, creamy, and full of flavor. It’s quick to make, filled with goodness…

Some recipes are more than just food — they’re little souvenirs from places we've been. That’s exactly how I feel about this fresh and flavorful Caprese-style salad. The **first ti…

If you're looking for a salad that’s light, flavorful, and just a little different – this is the one to try. It’s got everything: creamy, crispy, sweet, fresh, and nutty. It’s the …

There’s something special about warm, roasted vegetables that instantly makes a meal feel more comforting and nourishing. And when it comes to easy side dishes that look good, tast…

Some recipes feel like they’ve always been part of your kitchen, even if you just came up with them last week. These soft oat cookies are exactly that kind of recipe for me – somet…

There’s something incredibly satisfying about making your own ice cream from just a handful of natural ingredients. Especially when you don’t need an ice cream machine, added sugar…

If you’ve seen my previous post, you’ll know that I recently had the chance to photograph a **two-day event celebrating Kaunas District’s 70th anniversary and Lithuania’s Statehood…

This past weekend, I had the incredible opportunity to photograph a large-scale celebration in Lithuania—the 70th anniversary of Kaunas District. As someone who’s passionate about …

This summer, I had the chance to photograph my first fully paid event assignment – and it was something close to my heart. The international **conference “Religion, Migration, and …

I officially finished my photography studies – and I'm so happy to share this small milestone! ✨ For our final exam, we had to do a simple portrait session: each of us was given 30…

A few days ago, I attended and photographed a public event here in Kaunas, Lithuania, called **March for Jesus**. It was organized by local Christian communities, mostly from small…

When you walk outside and realize that **nature is offering you food for free**, it’s kind of magical. That’s exactly how I feel every time I cook with wild herbs. Nettles and sorr…

There are some days when you just want to create something sweet, delicious, and comforting—without spending hours in the kitchen or turning on the oven. That’s exactly how I felt …

Each year, around the summer solstice, people across the Northern Hemisphere celebrate the longest day and shortest night of the year. Known as Midsummer, Litha in the Pagan Wheel …

<p style="text-align: justify" dir="justify">Depending on where you are in the world, June 21st marks either the longest day or the longest night of the year. Since I live in Europ…

<p style="text-align: justify" dir="justify">Salads don’t have to be boring, and this simple tuna salad with toasted almonds proves it. Sometimes, just one small element—like roast…

This week, as part of the Žaliakalnis (Kaunas' city district, Lithuania) community festivities, I had the chance to visit and photograph a beautiful, heartwarming event – the Žalia…