Some love stories begin when you least expect them, in places you never imagined. Lili was living in Los Angeles, exploring new passions, while Silviu was travelling the world, modelling and writing. Their paths crossed in Istanbul, and eleven years later, life looks a little different. From raising their son, Thomas Jay, to building their own businesses, MTCHA LAB, they share stories about love, childhood memories, food, family rituals and the everyday moments that bring the

A WHAT IF THINGS GO WELL × OHANA VET editorial series Meet Șerban — rally driver, part of the family business behind Petswell, and proud brother to Kai, his eight-year-old Rhodesian Ridgeback. Between motorsports, work, and everyday life, Kai has always been part of the adventure.

A WHAT IF THINGS GO WELL × OHANA VET editorial series For our first edition, meet Laura Chiriac, sommelier, cook and wine entrepreneur, and Baggie, her almost 10-year-old black Labrador and longtime companion. Forest walks, stolen socks, restaurant visits and afternoons on the couch. Almost a decade of shared routines, small adventures and a language of their own.

Co-founder of Michael's Bagel. He grew up watching his grandparents cook, has a thing for fried chicken, and believes good bread is half the work.

Anne and Jérôme — the couple behind Villa Magnan, a remarkable house in Biarritz that feels less like a hotel and more like stepping into someone else’s world. For this Couple Edition of Reality on a Plate, we talk about their life together, the beauty of crowded tables, dancing in the kitchen, working as a couple, their four grandchildren, and how, after all these years, love remains the one thing that hasn’t changed.

Chef at L’Atelier, Epoque Hotel, Bucharest — we get to know Flaviu through the childhood flavours that shaped him, what’s always in his fridge, his everyday rituals and inspirations, the way he cooks when no one is watching — and life as a newly minted husband.

Poet, Illustrator & Researcher Growing up close to the mountains, surrounded by nature, plants, and the quiet influence of his mother and grandmother, Emilian developed a world of his own, somewhere between poetry, illustration, faith, and curiosity.

Actress and Substack writer, she gives us a glimpse into her everyday life, from memories of her grandmother’s cooking to coffee-fuelled mornings, crosswords with her boyfriend, and everything in between.

Actor, storyteller, and a drummer at heart, he moves between film, theatre, and music, with a particular love for the unpredictability of the stage. From childhood treasure hunts and his mother’s everything-fries to black coffee and baking cookies to Wu-Tang Clan, a little bit of everything that makes him tick.

Actress across film and theatre, Ada Condeescu moves between screen, stage and family life. From her mother’s dumpling soup to winning Best Actress in Sarajevo and slow afternoons at her house in the countryside, we talked about the roles that stay with her, the people she always returns to, and the small things that make life feel like her own.

Designer by instinct, entrepreneur by nature, and always drawn to beautiful things, Irina Pogonaru talks to us about The EDIT, takeout on proper plates, homes that echo the past, and building what comes next.

Luca is a tattoo artist based in Bucharest. His world moves between Boat Tattoos — his studio — sketches, music, painting and the people who find their way through his door, each leaving with something of his made permanent. Beyond tattooing, he’s exploring painting and sculpture and making more room for what he calls human connection and keeping his friends close — preferably around a big dinner table, or somewhere on a boat with nowhere particular to be.

Meet the sisters behind OHANA VET. We talk about coming home, family and roots, building a business together — and the life that unfolds around it: the animals they care for, the people they meet, mornings and meals, and the friends they hope will still be around their dinner table in 2050.

For him, architecture begins long before the first line is drawn. It starts with understanding people, creating places that endure, and imagining a future worth building. Whether designing airports, restoring a classic car, searching for the perfect bowl of ramen, or documenting one of the world’s most fascinating cities through his Venice Under Construction project, Claudiu Ionescu approaches everything with the same belief: meaningful things take time.

A classically trained actor who moves effortlessly between Shakespeare and Albee, from the Odeon stage to independent productions, he treats intuition as his compass and craft as his discipline. In conversation, he brings the same honesty he brings to the stage — clear, attentive, and always searching for what feels real.

Ioana discovered UX by asking: what do people need, and how can technology help? That curiosity led her into AI-powered product design — from shaping Miro’s AI experience to co-creating Clipboard AI, named one of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2023. She teaches “AI for Designers,” speaks at SXSW and TED AI, and nurtures a 300K+ community — all while navigating her most meaningful role: being a mother.

Lawyer by day, cyclist by heart, and self-proclaimed summer romantic, he speaks with us about the delicate balance between career and joy, the simple pleasures of food, and the soulful art of embracing life as it comes.

reality on a plate is a new publishing feature series that, in response to member requests, allows individuals to dive deeper into the experiences of others before attending our events, fostering a sense of familiarity and connection. Executive Editor at Igloo Magazine and half of AÉ02 Architects, she embraces a fluid and thoughtful approach to her work. In the conversation, she shares that there was never a 'Plan B' — architecture is the only thing she ever wanted to do. She

reality on a plate is a new publishing feature series that, in response to member requests, allows individuals to dive deeper into the experiences of others before attending our events, fostering a sense of familiarity and connection. Anda Dinu – a model, mother, wife, and the pillar of her home. Her remarkable ability to balance multiple roles with elegance speaks to her unwavering dedication to both her family and personal dreams. Born in the historic region of Western Mold

reality on a plate is a new publishing feature series that, in response to member requests, allows individuals to dive deeper into the experiences of others before attending our events, fostering a sense of familiarity and connection. background & inspiration/ daily life & work environment Alinz grew up in a family where craftsmanship, creativity, and meaningful connections were celebrated, which fueled her passion for jewelry. In 2014, Alinz founded IMALINZ Fine Jewelry, whi