Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Anna Ruohonen has good news


First one: her crowdfunding campaign in Mesenaatti.me was a success.

Second one: so she was able to start her Anna Ruohonen – AR Blue line, a new timeless clothing line for women and men, made in Orivesi and Hattula in Finland.

Third one: her new shop Anna Ruohonen Paris Concept Store is now open in Annankatu 13, 00120 Helsinki.

In the new shop you find her trademark made to measure collection and these new prêt-à-porter clothes, and realize what ecology and ethics, quality and versatility in fashion really mean.

And do not forget to try on her magical ”10 seconds of miracle” dress!


Photo© Paula Hietaranta

Wednesday, April 15, 2015

In the main role: the champagne


This May is the month of champagne on Viking Line ships, and there is a lot to choose from.
Our dear Master of Wine Essi Avellan is an amazing lady who probably knows more about champagne than about her own relatives. Now she has selected a new, super fine collection of champagnes to be enjoyed and bought on board.
During the bubbling weeks there are also two champagne menus by the chef Michael Björklund with the wine selection by Essi.


And the icing of the cake – if you are REALLY interested in champagne – is a special Viking Grace cruise on 9th May with food and joy, Essi Avellan giving a Master Class lectures about this fascinating subject. The guest of honour at festive dinner is Mister Clovis Taittinger from the famous champagne house.

Photos © Paula Hietaranta