Natalia Proops: “The French have a word for lightness, légèreté. They use the expression la légèreté in so many ways. Living here in France for over 20 years, I’m quite used to hearing it and of course using it myself. When they compliment a dessert for example, they say, “Oh, c'est léger” (oh, it's light).

Originally in French cuisine, they preferred herbs to spices. Now international spices are being used. I do have a manual from my Ayurvedic training, which has just about every spice for every type of food and what kind of properties each one has.

Ayurvedic cooking for me is any cuisine of the world, which is balanced by different ingredients, according to a person's requirements. Surprisingly, this can be passed on very easily. 

Freedom to me means discovering the world and having new experiences. Meeting new people, discovering their beauty, and hearing their stories inspires me. Being in new places, seeing the colors, and smelling the fragrances brings a certain sparkle to my life. Taking it all in makes me feel alive.

I enjoy making even the mundane things of life beautiful and perfect, without stepping into perfectionism. Creating beauty for me is about creating uninterrupted flow.”

Have a listen as I interview my special guest, Natalia Proops. Find out how creating beauty can enhance your life.