Stories
In Conversation with Celeste Wong: The Top Coffee Barista Behind The Girl in the Cafe
Throughout my journey with The Girl in the Cafe, I’ve learned that I’m much faster and more capable than I often believe. The idea that I’m slow or incapable is simply untrue when it is the right project, and I have the right support and mindset. I’ve realized that I can tackle almost anything I set my mind to. I’m pretty sure this is a common feeling amongst other women too.
Read MoreBalancing Legacy and Modernity. Bárbara Monteiro’s Journey with Mainova
Starting Mainova has taught me that I’m capable of far more than I ever imagined, and it’s been incredibly empowering to see what I can achieve when I set my mind to it. I’ve always considered myself determined and driven, but navigating the challenges of establishing a brand in the competitive wine and olive oil industry has pushed me to new limits.
Read MoreIn Conversation with Philippa Mahnel and Lucca Schopmeyer, the Women Behind Artperitivo
We have always had a profound affinity for art, a passion that has been a part of our lives since childhood. The inception of Artperitivo early last year was driven by our motivation to create a new and innovative way of making art more accessible, thus creating an inclusive atmosphere that transcends the limitations of the traditional art market.
Read MoreWomen at the Helm of Major Museums
As the art and museum sectors continue to evolve, a notable shift has taken place in leadership roles within these cultural institutions. Historically, while many women have held significant positions particularly among curators, it is only recently that we’ve seen an increasing number assuming top directorial roles.
Read MoreWomen Who Transformed the World of Architecture
In the world of architecture, traditionally dominated by men, a handful of women have stood out, their journeys blending passion, perseverance, and a desire to redefine boundaries. These visionaries, through sheer dedication and overcoming countless obstacles, besides building groundbreaking spaces, have also paved the way for future generations.
Read MoreReflections on Hospitality. Oana Toma of Hadar Chalet
When I graduated from university, little did I know that Hospitality would become my career. After a tumultuous two years in which nothing was certain and everything I had planned turned to dust, here I was: reluctantly agreeing with my sister, Adriana, to turn a 14-room chalet in an off-the-grid forest in Romania into a hotel.
Read MoreManifesto on getting your creativity flowing by Lucie Claudia Podrabska
My work as a sculptor and designer sprouted from a place of wanting and yearning to connect to the little Lucie version of myself many years ago or as you might also call it the inner child. Being playful, being messy and genuinely having fun.
Read MoreHow to love yourself & other womanhood stories
Few things I find more beautiful than a compliment paid by a woman to another woman, so when I admire a woman, I choose to tell her. And I feed myself with her reaction, a little bit shy here and there. The way the light floods her face and gaze is also ineffable.
Read MoreBridging science and self-care. Laura Simonow’s vision for This Place
I have always been fascinated with healing plants and their historical significance. Especially in the medical field, so much was based on the foundations that nature provided. Following this scientific approach, we spend a lot of time in the laboratory looking for synergies between ingredients.
Read MoreMy journey as a poet by Anca Dumitrescu
When you need a shift in orientation, a reminder of what you already know but have forgotten, when you want to discover something new, when you feel dull and need a little sparkle, you just go back to poetry. Or at least I do, as poetry has been for me a form of epiphany, a manifestation of the sacred and of the relationships between all things.
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