POETIC SENSATIONS

I usually NEVER write a review about a store, bar or restaurant...it's just not type of blog. But when things start to connect & then there's a catalyst, then I have to put 'pen to paper'. Over the last weeks, as it comes runs up to the anniversary of independence, I have really valued the passion of people of independence. The theme of Poetic Sensations , is sparked by three diverse experiences & two amazing sense people I've met recently.

The first was Mona, the Nose from the perfumery, Mona di Orio. Take a look at her beautifully scripted website & look out for her new fragrance [one smelling of leather....huh? :)] coming out in July. "A beautiful perfume will surprise you before touching the heart deeply" such an inspirational woman with a great philosophy for her creations [& beautiful bottles she puts them in!]

The second is a film by the twin Brothers Quay about a fragrance by Comme des Garcons, called Wonderwood. I love the idea of a cinematic compilation that can define a scent. & the last is the experience I had tonight in a sneaky hideaway cocktail bar called Lounge Bohemia, where you can only get a table by appointment only. But it's worth it to experience the owner Paul's passion. he describes some of his cocktails "Manipulative Mixology...Cocktails made with imagination, creativity & a little bit of science". The cocktail I had was Holy Smoke, a leather [again!] infused courvoisier vsop exclusif, frankincense & myrrh smoke.

But what I found as the fascinating link between all of these examples is the mix between creativity, passion & science. Experimentation of this sort should be so & are so inspiring for risk takers to literally taste. Sensations like these are so poetic & leave me wanting more.