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Whatever crosses your mind when you think of ‘German history’ is likely the same version that I learnt from textbooks and by spending time in Berlin as a teen. Learning about Berlin’s history is part of the reason that I kept coming back to visit. As shocking as the history is, even at a young... Continue Reading
I published one blog post a week for 104 consecutive weeks. You re probably wondering why I stopped. But the more insightful question is: Why did I start? I wanted to improve my writing skills. So, I began by writing London theatre and exhibition reviews. But when I moved to Germany, topics changed from stages and... Continue Reading
After a 7-hour train journey from Frankfurt, I arrived in Ruhpolding, ready for the Speakery Summit conference. This little town welcomed me with small fairytale-like houses that have rows of flowers sitting perfectly on their balconies. Accompanied by a backdrop of the Alps, this wasn t your typical location for a business conference. As with most... Continue Reading
Living in Frankfurt has become so normal that I actually forgot my nine-year Germanniversary! Is it sad that a date that was once such a big deal has now blended into my day-to-day? Maybe. On the other hand, it means that I m enjoying life in Frankfurt and am not counting down the days until I m... Continue Reading
I flew to London for the Black Ballad Weekender, a two-day festival to celebrate a decade of Black Ballad a platform that publishes articles, holds events and collects data for and by Black women. Whilst running the Work Careers room at the Black Ballad Weekender, I joined sessions including Investing, Black Women in... Continue Reading
Digitalisation and bureaucracy dragged Germany down to an embarrassing 49th out of 53 places for The Best Worst Places for Expats report in 2023. Despite Germany’s career security, people who move here just don’t have the easiest start when trying to settle. But instead of complaining, I’m writing because I want you to know... Continue Reading
I have never felt as good as I do when leaving a hair salon as I do when leaving House of Bluecherry. Why? Because Harmonie, the owner, cares. I didn t just walk out with a new hairdo. I walked out with a new appreciation of my magnificent afro hair. Located in central Frankfurt, I had... Continue Reading
I rocked up to a snug, living-room bar in Frankfurt’s Ostend on a Saturday evening. The mood was chilled; dimmed living room lamps reflecting the cosy shades of our city’s sunset and mismatched furniture offering a chilled and welcoming vibe. On my solo arrival to the first live Dreierlei podcast recording, I ordered a drink... Continue Reading
After living near Oederweg for nearly five years, I am convinced that it is the place to be for lovers of the city life who enjoy a consistent touch of community. Despite some people not being impressed with its recent developments, Oederweg and the surrounding streets are a great place to live, enjoy a coffee... Continue Reading
I’ve spent years telling you how great life in Frankfurt is. So when I read that my beloved home abroad was ranked second worst city to live for expats in a survey – better than Johannesburg but not as bad as Paris – I was shocked to say the least. Especially as the number of... Continue Reading