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January LIFESTYLE
Text by ZANE NIKODEMUSA
Photos courtesy of
JURIS ZĪĢELIS and from
publicity materials
Ultimate
JANUARY checklist
Backcountry skiing expedition
Cross-country skiing is an exciting winter sport
that can be practiced by people of all ages,
regardless of their level of fitness. The sport
also lets one see familiar places from a different
perspective. Those who don’t fancy gliding along
specially made cross-country ski trails (of which
there are several in Riga) might consider going
out on organised expeditions to Latvia’s forests,
meadows, bogs and frozen lakes on special
backcountry skis. A number of entities, including
the Lūzumpunkts adventure organisation, offer
interesting backcountry ski trips, complete with
equipment rentals. Make your winter holiday an
unforgettable experience.
luzumpunkts.lv
FASHION
Handmade luxury
Both product designers and consumers
are increasingly spurning machine-made
goods for hand-crafted items, which are
seen to be more authentic and sincere.
Latvian designer Elīna Dobele has gained
renown both at home and abroad
for luxury footwear and bags that are
handmade in her Riga atelier.
elinadobele.com
MUSIC
Sensual playfulness
Linda Leen is one of Latvia’s best-known pop
singers, and this month she is releasing her third
solo album, Digital Church. The video clip of the
album’s first single, “Beyond Velvet Skin”, caused
a minor scandal at the end of last year because
some erotically themed scenes intermingled with
church organ-playing episodes. Leen will embark
on a nationwide concert tour in March.
lindaleen.com
DRINK
Self-serve wine
Self-serve wine dispensers in bars and restaurants are
popping up like mushrooms all over Europe. These
automated wine-tasting systems are more than a mere
style statement. Wine bar clients say that they gain
the opportunity to try out several wines in one visit
and learn more about them. Now the Milti bistro in
Riga is also offering such a service. The family-friendly
establishment houses a large playroom for children.
facebook.com/miltibistro
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