Journal

Museums, Misty Rooftops & a Safari Into the Mountains
Museums, Misty Rooftops & a Safari Into the Mountains
Slow travel in Porto is full of happy accidents. From stumbling into a 13th‑century customs house to discovering misty rooftop bars, river cruises, and ancient mountain villages. With museums closed... Read more...
From São Bento to the Edge of the World: The Magic of Viana do Castelo
From São Bento to the Edge of the World: The Magic of Viana do Castelo
Our slow adventure north from Porto to Viana do Castelo was a beautiful blend of chaos and calm. Delayed trains, hidden wine gardens, artisan treasures, and a 4x4 safari to... Read more...
The Meanderlogue: Porto’s Hills, Trams, Markets & Happy Detours
The Meanderlogue: Porto’s Hills, Trams, Markets & Happy Detours
Part 2 of our slow adventure through Portugal. Porto turned into a joyful meander through serpentine alleyways, historic trams, artisan markets, immersive art and unexpected friendships. A story about curiosity-led... Read more...
Wandering & Wondering: Finding Porto's Alma, One Cobbled Street at a Time
Wandering & Wondering: Finding Porto's Alma, One Cobbled Street at a Time
Hen’s Tooth went on tour, spending three slow, sun‑soaked weeks travelling Portugal by train. Our journey begins in Porto. We settle into rooftop living, wander artisan markets, meet local makers,... Read more...
Slow Living Starts With Switching Off: How to Edit Out Noise & Reclaim Your Wellbeing
Slow Living Starts With Switching Off: How to Edit Out Noise & Reclaim Your Wellbeing
This season's biggest flex is going analogue. Slow living often begins with something beautifully simple: switching off. In a world full of pings, noise, and digital clutter, choosing to go... Read more...
Bougie on a Budget: Little Luxuries That Don’t Cost the Earth
Bougie on a Budget: Little Luxuries That Don’t Cost the Earth
Transform your home into a cosy, boutique‑feeling sanctuary with simple, sustainable swaps that feel luxurious without the luxury price tag. These frugal little upgrades boost your wellbeing, reduce waste, and... Read more...
Creating Mindfully in Canva: Designing with Calm, Clarity and Confidence
Creating Mindfully in Canva: Designing with Calm, Clarity and Confidence
Designing in Canva doesn’t have to feel rushed or overwhelming. In this guest blog, we explore how mindful creativity can transform the way you approach digital design -bringing calm, clarity... Read more...
Slow Living with Essential Oils: 5 Easy & Creative Everyday Uses
Slow Living with Essential Oils: 5 Easy & Creative Everyday Uses
Essential oils have been used for thousands of years to support wellbeing, fragrance the home, and bring simple, natural rituals into everyday life. In this guide, we explore creative, sustainable... Read more...
Prosperity Over Profit: Looking Beyond The Bottom Line
Prosperity Over Profit: Looking Beyond The Bottom Line
Making money as a business matters but that isn't the whole story. At Hen’s Tooth, choosing prosperity over profit means building a business that honours people, planet, and purpose. This... Read more...
The Slow Business Summer Reset
The Slow Business Summer Reset
We’re past the summer solstice, and the season is shifting. Long, lazy days, the allotment in full swing, and that gentle pull toward rest, travel, and slow mornings. Summer always... Read more...
Trading Places: How Markets Changed My Small‑Business Journey
Trading Places: How Markets Changed My Small‑Business Journey
Spring & summer took me far beyond my original business plan and straight into the colourful, chaotic world of market trading. From early‑morning setups and unexpected dramas to real‑time reactions,... Read more...
The Slow Summer Paradox: When There’s Everything To Do… and Nothing To Do
The Slow Summer Paradox: When There’s Everything To Do… and Nothing To Do
Summer has a way of stretching time. With days where you feel like you should be doing everything, yet somehow end up doing nothing at all. If your brain is... Read more...