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Conflict Resolution and Healthy Relationships

I recently wrote this after taking a webinar on Making Difficult Conversations Easy by the Effectiveness Institute. It was first published in my workplace newsletter. I've put the techniques into action a couple of times this month and they work! If conflict stresses you out, give it a whirl - you have nothing to ...

Abyssinia: My Introduction to Ethiopian Food

Last night, after I made some muffins (wow! I am getting so domestic), I met my friend and co-worker Ferial and her sister Noren for dinner at Abyssinia. This is their favourite Ethiopian restaurant in Nairobi. Actually, I think it is their favourite restaurant handsdown. The atmosphere was lovely with a nice patio and ...

My name is Meredith and I am a juice addict.

One of my favourite things about Kenya is Juice. All sorts of fresh juices are available here, some that I have never even heard of! Tree Tomato, Mango, Passionfruit, Pineapple + Mint... the flavours are numerous and the combinations are endless. I love going to Diamond Plaza and sitting in the food court enjoying a fresh ...

Thanksgiving in Nairobi

This weekend Jessica, Sam and I decided to throw a big Thanksgiving dinner. Monday morning at work and I am still exhausted from this weekend. It was very busy but mega-fun. Since this is all about food and friends the best way to blog about this is photos! So here is goes... Saturday - Off to the Market! We have finally ...