Malika Franzo, Author at The Warm Street Journal.

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Very Peri is the colour of the year 2022

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Each year, the world of interior design eagerly awaits the election of Pantone’s Color of the Year, capable of interpreting contemporary taste and at the same time dictating trends for months to come. So what should we expect from 2022? The answer is Very Peri! Curious and intriguing, this new shade of blue with a purple-red undertone becomes an expression of a time of great change, with lifestyles in constant flux, between isolations, re-openings and new digital realities to explore. An unusual colour, therefore brave, ready to stimulate creativity to see the world with different eyes, as explained by Leatrice…

30 December 2021

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All the magic of Christmas in five different trends

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Malika Franzo

Here we go again! The most magical time of the year is back, with all its lights, decorations and songs. Xmas is all this and much more. It’s a reassuring certainty that comes back year after year, similar yet slightly different each and every time. That’s because, just like fashion, tastes and habits, Xmas celebration trends change as well. What can we expect this year? Let’s explore the 5 trends for Xmas 2021 together! 1. Focus on ecological decorations and gifts Eco-sustainability never goes on holiday, especially at Xmas. The festive season is the ideal opportunity to make even more…

10 December 2021

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Guides, Palazzetti's world

How to choose the best pellets: the ENplus® seal

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Malika Franzo

You’ve never bought pellets before and are at a loss about how to choose? Don’t worry, given the numerous products on the market it’s not easy to know how to make the right choice to get the most out of your Palazzetti stove. We’re here to help you, starting from a fundamental question. What are pellets? What we normally call pellet fuel is obtained by mechanically pressing wood sawdust which stays together thanks to lignin, a substance naturally contained in wood that behaves like natural glue. The result is the typical small cylindrical pellets that are sold by weight, usually…

15 September 2021

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Environment

Biomasses and deforestation: false myths about wood and pellet-fuelled heating

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Malika Franzo

We often hear about deforestation and environmental sustainability problems but this terminology is often used improperly, generating confusion and leading to the wrong conclusions. Let’s try then to disprove some false myths and understand why heating with biomasses is a totally sustainable choice, both from a social-economic viewpoint and for the environment. Does burning wood and pellets for warmth destroy our forests? There is just one, simple answer to this question: it absolutely does NOT! On the contrary, choosing wood or pellet-burning stoves and fireplaces sourced from sustainably managed forests favours the conservation and protection of our forests as well as contributing to limiting climate change to the…

17 June 2021

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Kitchen, Non categorizzato

How to cook on lava stone

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Malika Franzo

Way beyond just grilled food: the Palazzetti barbecue offers you the opportunity of cooking on lava stone as well! This is one of the oldest and healthiest cooking methods there is. This stone is an excellent heat conductor and you can put it directly on an open flame. The end result is healthy because it doesn’t require the addition of condiments or fats. It’s also a versatile technique that can be used with any food. Fish, meat, vegetables, cheese or eggs: let’s look at all the advantages and tips to achieve perfect results. The advantages of cooking on lava stone…

11 June 2021

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Guides, Outdoor, Palazzetti's world

How to cook pizza in a wood oven

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Malika Franzo

Are you a real pizza lover? Did you try to make all kinds of dough during the lockdown and are now starting to feel like a professional pizza chef? In that case it’s high time to start really surprising relatives and friends: a barbecue using a wood oven is exactly what you need! Why choose a wood oven? Your personal barbecue is a bit like a member of the family you are particularly fond of or a special friend: it’s always there on important occasions and during the most memorable days of the year. Each model has its specific features and assets…

13 May 2021

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Panzerotti with mushrooms

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Malika Franzo

The panzerotto is a great classic of central-southern Italy cuisine. Like pizza, it has the power to agree with everyone because it is good both cold and hot, in a gourmet version or as street food, and at any time of day: for lunch, dinner or as a snack.

10 September 2019

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Environment

Extinction of plants, a problem not to be underestimated

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Malika Franzo

If I say “extinction”, what comes to mind? Certainly one of the first images you think of is that of a panda or, going a little further back in history, you might think of dinosaurs. Yes, because if the risk of losing a living species makes the headlines, it’s because that species usually belongs to the animal kingdom. Yet, according to a recent study, what we really risk is the extinction of plants.

3 September 2019

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Kitchen, Kitchen, Kitchen, Outdoor

Barbequed corn on the cob with butter and chilli pepper

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Malika Franzo

Considered perhaps one of the original kinds of street food, corn on the cob is found in many different cultures. Chances are you’ve already tasted barbequed corn on the cob, but today we’re offering you a version with a strong Mexican influence: are you ready to try them with butter and chilli pepper?

16 August 2019

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Bricolage, Home, Outdoor

Decorazioni fai da te per le feste estive

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Malika Franzo

Tra ferragosto, vacanze, compleanni e incontri con gli amici, nella stagione più calda dell’anno si moltiplicano le occasioni per festeggiare. Se anche tu stai organizzando un party e cerchi qualche idea per completare l’atmosfera con un pizzico di originalità, allora puoi trovare il giusto spunto da queste decorazioni fai da te per le feste estive.

13 August 2019

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