Sunday, June 3, 2018

Little Cafe in Copenhagen

I didn't read fiction in ages. I've been snuggled with non fiction and self help books lately, until this book jumped over me on an unbearable crowded train in my daily commuting life to the office. It just showed up on my recommended books list. I read its short description, there was "hygge" word, and the next thing I knew I gave away some of my account balance to purchase this ebook.


Welcome to the little cafe in Copenhagen where the smell of cinnamon fills the air and the hot chocolate is as smooth as silk.

Publicist Kate Sinclair’s life in London is everything she thought she wanted: success, glamour and a charming boyfriend. Until that boyfriend goes behind her back and snatches a much sought-after promotion from her. Heartbroken and questioning everything, Kate needs to escape.

Leaving behind rush hour and late nights in the office for a city break in beautiful Copenhagen, Kate discovers how to live life ‘the Danish way’. From candles and cosy nights in to the easy smiles of tall, gorgeous Vikings and eating your body weight in pastries (ok, that’s just her), the city offers her a new perspective.

Can the secrets of hygge and happiness lead her to her own happily-ever-after?

This was a warm read. I enjoyed reading it. It was a book that loaded with lots foodie hygge things (of course, that's why they name it City Bakes), especially Wienerbrøds (Danish pastry). Reading it made me suddenly drooling. Like kanelsnegle. Who can resist from that awesome rolls? After finishing the book, I rushed to coffeeshop near my home just to grab a cinnamon bun.

In desperate for being betrayed by her ex in job promotion, Kate went to Copenhagen for business trip and took six journalists with her to discover the Danish culture: hygge. Among the journalists, there was Ben who started his first meeting with Kate in a harsh way, but in another occassion the two had the magical chemistry each other. Each of the journalists just as Kate, has their own problems, hiding inside their "look well" appearance. 

In Copenhagen, Kate befriended Eva, owner of "Varme" (in English means "warm"), a cozy little Danish cafe. Eva played important role in helping them knowing what to do to fix their life, she had that "white witch thing", kind of people who love to take care of others. Even when things got messy, everytime Kate stepped into Varme, I had this peaceful feeling that things are gonna be okay. As they went through the trip, they learned that hygge is not only about expensive lamp, candles, high end furniture, or even a cashmere socks. It is more about family, where making a celebration of the rainy day, prioritising to be with your special people,  emphasising togetherness, all add up to a happier way of life. 

If you’re looking for a warm read to snuggle down in sofa at weekend, this book might be for you. 4 stars for it. Now lets get a cup of coffee and kanelsnegle. 


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