YIAYIA'S BAKLAVA MINI ROOM SPRAY // [The room spray with a cult following] The prequel to and partner in crime of PAPPOU'S GARDEN. A syrup-soaked concoction of honey, spices, nuts and of course, crisp filo pastry - almost as warm as a hug from Yiayia herself. The deep [both figuratively and literally] accord is a dedication to Grandmother's alike and a warm nod to generational philoxenia. Equal parts sweet and spicy which of course, sits in stark contrast to her green and earthy spouse [and room spray counterpart]. Top // Caramelised sugar, cinnamon dust Mid // Nutmeg, clove Base // Vanilla, honey 10ml of fragrant room spray. INSPIRATION I had been to Greece before [you know, the trip everybody does in their early 20s- island hopping and drinking to the point of dreading the next day's ferry] but I never fully experienced Greece for what it was until 2018. A mechanical fault meant my ferry made an unexpected stop on the island of Tinos for a night - a quaint Cycladic Island known for its churches. I sat at this small Kafenio [café] near the port to Facetime back home and complain about my unexpected [and unwanted] lay over. As I finished complaining, I looked up to see the Kafenio's Yiayia walk straight towards me. She looked me dead in the eyes and said - "I should be offended that you sit our family's shop and complain but instead, I will change your mind about our island". Yiayia [who insisted I call her that by the way - Yiayia], brought plates and plates of food and we shared stories. The best dish was the one at the end - her Baklava. Equal parts spicy and sweet - a bit like her really. Tinos and Yiayia taught me 'Philoxenia' - a sort of sacred bond between a host and guest. Something there is no direct English translation for that would serve as a fair equivalent. I now try to be a little more like Yiayia. REFILL? Empty? CONTACT US to arrange a reload. INSTRUCTIONS - Spray the desired amount of fragrance throughout your space; - Keep your spray at least 30-40cm away from all furniture and fabrics; and - The fragrance will last for hours and hours. ROOM SPRAY CARE Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire, hazard or injury. - Do not spray close to flames;- Keep of reach of children and animals; - Do not spray close to things that can catch fire;- Do not spray near on or near varnished surfaces;- Large spills should be cleaned up immediately to avoid staining or stripping of finishes;- Avoid contact with eyes and skin; - Do not ingest fragrance;- In case of accidental consumption, please contact Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26.
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