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Freya Ingva works internationally as a diviner. She specialises in dowsing, leads workshops, offers

01/03/2026

Contemplate is my ongoing project, an open invitation to pause, turn inward, and discover more about yourself.

At the start of each month, I choose a quote to sit with. The idea is simple: carry it with you, reflect on it over time, and notice what thoughts, feelings, or insights quietly emerge along the way.

It’s a deeply rewarding personal practice for me, and I’d love to share that experience with you.

What do these words stir in you? What do they make you reflect on?

27/02/2026

I'm afraid it's not a Camellia Sinensis but a Camellia Japonica.
Still beautiful, just not for our teacup.
With spring coming though, tea season is always in bloom.

Thinking of celebrating with a tea party and a spot of tea leaf reading? Get in touch in advance to book.

24/02/2026

Welcome back to our series celebrating the rich vocabulary of tea.
Today, we turn our attention to Masala Chai.

Comforting, aromatic, and deeply rooted in everyday life, masala chai is far more than a spiced tea. The term itself simply means “spiced tea,” yet what fills the cup is a rich blend of black tea brewed with warming spices, milk, and sugar, simmered together into something far greater than the sum of its parts.

Traditionally prepared across India and neighbouring regions, masala chai has no single fixed recipe. Ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, and fennel are common companions, but every household, street vendor, and family carries its own version. Some are fiery and bold, others gentle and sweet. The balance is personal.

Unlike infused teas, masala chai is cooked. The tea leaves and spices are boiled together, allowing the flavours to deepen and mingle before milk and sugar are added. The result is a robust, creamy brew that warms the body and steadies the spirit, often served in small glasses and shared in moments of conversation and pause.

In many parts of the world, chai tea has become shorthand for a spiced latte-style drink, sometimes far removed from its origins. Yet traditional masala chai remains humble & everyday: a tea of kitchens, railway platforms, early mornings, and late afternoons.

Masala chai reminds us that tea is not always delicate or restrained. Sometimes it is bold, generous, and meant to be shared.

Have you tasted masala chai before? Was it a carefully simmered pot, or a modern café interpretation?

Exploring the language of tea helps us appreciate the stories, spices, and shared rituals found in every cup. Curious about tea leaf reading or looking to bring something memorable to your next celebration?
Book a personalised tea leaf reading, perfect for quiet reflection or lively company, and discover the wisdom steeped within your teacup.

Do you have a favourite tea word or tradition? Share it below, and follow along.

17/02/2026

A new chance to think new year, new fire, new fortune.

The year of the red fire horse, a double fire year, is going to be a dynamic, high-energy, transformative time favouring bold actions.
Expect shift and chaotic events, pretences being swept away, evolution, and passion.
In the midst of all this, keep grounding yourself and act decisively.

14/02/2026

Happy Valentine's Day.
Wishing for harmony, peace, happiness in the world for us all.

10/02/2026

I’ve decided I’m officially a fan of grey herons. This magnificent specimen seals the deal. Perched as if it owns the whole of Portofino Bay (boat included), it looks every inch the ruler of its domain.

Thoroughly elegant in its grey, white and black livery, the heron carries itself with effortless poise. Whether surveying the water or simply standing still, it appears completely at ease, calm and assured, as though it knows the world will patiently wait while it takes its time.

There’s something quietly joyful about watching such confidence wrapped in grace. We can do little more than stop, smile, and admire it.
A reminder that true majesty doesn’t need to shout.

04/02/2026

Little reminder: please book your tea leaf reading well in advance.

Recently I had four last-minute bookings all clashing, and as magical as I try to be, I can’t be in different corners of the country at the same time.

These readings take care, preparation and a good sprinkle of proper intention. My diary fills up faster than a teacup at a party.
If you’re feeling the nudge, trust it and secure your spot early. I’d hate for you to miss out.

01/02/2026

Contemplate is a monthly space to pause together, connect with our inner selves, and share a gentle journey of self-discovery.

At the start of each month, I offer a thoughtful quote for us to contemplate and reflect on as life unfolds. It’s a simple practice rooted in kindness, curiosity, and the belief that we grow best when we walk alongside one another.

I’d love you to join me and see how it feels to explore, this time with a sense of love and friendship at the heart of it.

Are you your best friend?

27/01/2026

The bewitching beauty of castle Brown and the Moon in Portofino.
Book your tea leaf reading while here.

20/01/2026

Welcome back to our series celebrating the rich vocabulary of tea.
Today, we turn our attention to Matcha.

Often spoken about, frequently photographed, and sometimes misunderstood, matcha is far more than a trendy green drink. At its heart, matcha is a finely ground powder made from specially grown and carefully stone-milled green tea leaves, traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremony.

Unlike most teas, where the leaves are infused and discarded, matcha is whisked directly into water. This means the whole leaf is consumed, bringing with it a depth of flavour that can range from sweet and creamy to grassy, vegetal, and powerfully umami.

Its cultural roots lie in Zen Buddhism, where matcha was valued for its ability to promote calm focus during meditation. Over centuries, it became central to the Japanese tea ceremony, a ritual shaped by harmony, respect, purity, and tranquillity. Every movement, tool, and gesture carries meaning.

Today, matcha appears everywhere: lattes, desserts, cocktails, and skincare. While these modern interpretations have their place, they often blur the distinction between ceremonial-grade matcha, intended for traditional preparation, and culinary-grade matcha, designed for cooking and blending.

Matcha invites us to slow down. To whisk, to pause, to notice colour, texture, breath. Like all tea traditions, it offers more than refreshment: it offers presence.

Have you encountered matcha before? Was it a quiet bowl prepared with care, or a modern twist on an ancient tea?

Exploring the language of tea helps us appreciate the rituals, histories, and meanings. Curious about tea leaf reading or wishing to add something thoughtful to your next gathering?
Book a personalised tea leaf reading, ideal for intimate moments or shared experiences, and discover the wisdom waiting within your teacup.

Do you have a favourite word or tradition from tea culture? Share it below, and follow along.

13/01/2026

An angel's trumpets announcing our entrance in 2026: a space and a time of change and marvel.
Their delicate, creamy beauty give me a sense of comfort and anticipation. It's a reminder we need to listen with our whole body and senses.

09/01/2026

Some NYE shenanigans 😆 😂

decorella.co Evidence we are the same height and look like twins.. all in my dreams!

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Freya Ingva is an award-winning international diviner. She works with discretion, helping people from all walks of life, from private customers to corporate.

She gets the answers for you as a dowser, tea leaf reader, and oracle. She can work remotely and in person.

Freya leads workshops, hosts afternoon tea with a difference, gives talks and demonstrations in her subjects of expertise.

Get in touch if you have any questions or want to book her services