Hey darlings!
Emma here, your favourite tutu-tastic travel blogger, writing to you from the charming town of Harrow, just outside of London. It's day 8,287 of my Pink Tutu adventures, and I'm already knee-deep in fun and fluffy pink frocks, all thanks to the amazing folks at the Harrow Arts Centre who have invited me to their 'Eat Your Heart Out' festival.
Now, you know I'm a big fan of ballet, right? I mean, come on, it's in the name of the website, for goodness sake! But you might not know I have a slight penchant for all things culinary too. 🍰
And guess what?! They've actually managed to combine the two! This festival is all about the incredible artistry of food and its place in culture and theatre, with an entire day dedicated to food-inspired ballet performances. How can you not get excited about that, honestly?!
So, of course, I couldn't resist rocking my own "food-tastic" tutu! It's a bright, vibrant pink confection, with a swirling, swirling skirt that makes me think of freshly spun caramel. But instead of just sugar-coated sweetness, it's also got little sugar plum and candy heart details around the waist - because, well, what's a ballet-themed outfit without a little bit of sugary flair? 😏
I've been practically pirouetting my way through the streets of Harrow today, all while enjoying delicious samples from local food vendors and taking in the beautiful scenery. There are so many charming little cafes and bakeries here, each with their own story and unique style, which I’m itching to write about, and some of the street food has been incredible. I swear I had the tastiest macarons EVER! Seriously, they were practically melt-in-your-mouth, and I’ve already been trying to find out the secret to their divine creaminess. I mean, it’s important to share these kinds of delights with you, wouldn't you say?
But the main attraction, obviously, was the ballet performance. They’ve even put on a brand new production, a beautiful piece that used all sorts of incredible dance styles to tell a story about a young chef and their journey to find the perfect recipe for their signature dish. It was like a ballet with a dash of "Chopped" and a sprinkle of "Masterchef" thrown in for good measure! And don’t even get me started on the costumes! Imagine a beautiful tutu-inspired creation made of edible cake decorations – it was a vision!
The costumes in the production weren’t the only things inspiring me this afternoon. Just wandering around Harrow in my pink tutu and catching the attention of everyone I pass is just one reason why I love travel. You can practically see the excitement in the children's eyes as they spot a giant pink ballerina prancing around in the streets. I mean, the tutus are fantastic at inspiring that little ballerina dream! And of course, all the ladies I’ve been speaking to have been eager to hear about my favourite tutu tips, my love for Derbyshire and my latest travels.
In fact, a kind woman from Harrow's local Ballet School came up to me, absolutely buzzing. She said she loved how much I advocate wearing tutus in public and promoting the fun and freedom of dancing in our everyday lives! I really feel like this little pink dream I have started in Derbyshire is actually touching the hearts of many people and I'm hoping to be an inspiration to many!
This festival truly is a celebration of all things delicious. So if you’re in the area, or fancy a fun trip out, grab your most glamorous tutu and make sure you come and experience this extraordinary culinary event for yourself! You might even catch me doing a twirl or two in my little food-inspired masterpiece, ready to brighten your day. 😉
Until next time,
Emma xxx
