Things you should be reading instead: Sofia
A new column from Nobody is reading this featuring some of my favorite people.
When I launched Nobody is reading this, I had this idea of bringing other perspectives that are not my own. Although this is a deeply personal project, and everything you read here is a first-person experience, I always wanted to carve out some space for people who inspire me, who I look up to, who have amazing projects, who have incredible things to say, who have the most impeccable taste I know.
So welcome to Things you should be reading instead, a new column where you’ll get to meet some of my favorite people in the world.
For this first installment, I’m delighted to introduce you to my friend Sofia.
She is an extremely talented Lisbon-based Creative Consultant and Brand Strategist, a woman with flawless taste and style, and the person who always has the best recommendations for everything you may want and need. And of course, she’s an amazing, beautiful friend who I owe so much to—including a big part of the strength required to go on, not only in life, but with this newsletter as well.
An underrated ingredient
Black pepper.
Your go-to recipe when you only have 10 minutes to cook
We’re doing quick, quick, hot honey cottage cheese toast.
Your favorite meal in Lisbon
It's really hard to choose, but I always leave Tricky’s with a smile on my face.
The oldest thing in your closet
A beaten up leather jacket.
And the newest
This Eurotrash t-shirt from EYTYS.
A song you wish you could listen to for the first time
All Night by Jai Paul.
The last book you read
Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin.
Your favorite movie growing up
Pocahontas!
An object
This is hard because I love many objects, but I especially adore a curved stone I bought at the Beyeler Foundation many years ago.
A place you’re constantly dreaming of
Japan.
A hobby you still want to try
Wood carving.
A skill you’ve mastered
To observe.
A scent that reminds you of home
The smell of freshly cut grass.
A love language
I love them all, but especially love hugs and kisses.
A compliment you wish you received more often
“She’s kind!”
The nicest thing someone can do for you
Opening up to me.
Something you would write if nobody was reading
Stop making excuses and just do it.