Reflection in a Konditorei

Vienna, 2003

This is the mirror in the Demel Konditorei. This rococo style bakery and pastry shop was Royal Patisserie to the Emperors of Austria a couple of centuries ago. Now it's merely the most famous and expensive shop of its kind in Vienna. But they still make everything from scratch and by hand - no machines in this kitchen.

Perhaps it is therefore tantamount to sacrilege for me to say that I did not enjoy my cake. Oops!

And in case you're curious, this is a(n unimpressive) view of the pastry shelf.

Posting this for James' Weekend Reflections.

Dressing Up

Every year in July the good people of Mongolia enjoy their biggest national event, the Naadam Festival of Manly Sports: wrestling, horse racing and archery. Whether they come to compete or to cheer, most come decked out in their traditional attire. I captured this woman checking herself out in a possible new jacket in the main market of Ulaanbaatar where days before the event the crowds in the clothing section were elbow-to-elbow.

Mongolia, 2007

This is posted for Weekend Reflections hosted by James where you can find links to many more takes on this fun theme. 

PS. I'll be posting more about this most wonderful festival in the months to come. Should you be curious, be sure to come back.  
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Art Deco Reflections

Ortigas, Manila, 2010

Rose invited me to join her tonight for the grand launch of Café 1771 owned by her longtime friend Ricky Gutierrez.

A slightly more relaxed version of the upscale Chateau 1771 restaurant I've patronized since the early '90s, this location offers different dining experiences in three rooms, each with its own pleasant decor and ambiance.

I couldn't resist taking a shot of this fabulous art deco mirror in The Winebar for meme Weekend Reflections. Click on the link to join the fun or discover more reflections.