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--- open_sauces:solitary_immersion [2013-12-12 15:30] – [Herbal water] maja
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 ==== Cobblestones in fragrant steam ====
+//Reminiscent of unknotting warmth in a fragrant steam bath, water evaporating off hot rocks cannot but invite a deep sense of relaxation. We made this part of the evening explicitly quite ritualistic, with men bringing the rocks and the women slowly pouring scented water, comforting the archetypal subconscious to let go of fear and insecurity. The water was mixed with two essential oils, a grounding, woody cedar and aromatic, invigorating rosemary.//
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 ==== Warm pebbles ====
+//Warm pebbles can relax sinews and stimulate circulation in cold hands, providing a snug sensation of visceral reassurance. The stones we chose were collected by Maja Kuzmanovic on her travels to the seas and mountains of Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand, ranging from smooth while limestone of the Adriatic to the black  volcanic rock from the Himalayas.//
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 Heat small round stones (from different parts of the world) for ~5 minutes in the oven with the cobblestones. Try them out for temperature before serving. Give one to each guest to warm their hands.