Lifestyle

January 26, 2019

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle, To-Do List

BONDI SANDS BEACH CLUB LAUNCHES FOR AUSTRALIA DAY RACES A trackside oasis will be revealed at Caulfield Racecourse today January 26 as Melbourne Racing Club unveils the Bondi Sands Beach Club. Inspired...

FOOD NEWS: HARLOW OPENS IN RICHMOND, PROSECCO FESTIVAL RETURNS IN 2019

January 22, 2019

HARLOW OPENS IN RICHMOND Harlow, Richmond’s flavour-packed, good-times charged pub is now open. Bringing new life to what was the old Great Britain Hotel, the 300pax Church Street property has been...

PETERS DRUMSTICKS x GELATO MESSINA

January 11, 2019

Two of Australia’s best-loved brands, PETERS DRUMSTICK and GELATO MESSINA, have joined forces bringing the ice cream parlour to the supermarket with a delicious new cone indulgence – Drumstick X...

STELLA ARTOIS HOSTS ITS ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION IN MELBOURNE

December 18, 2018

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, People & Parties

Stella Artois celebrates its festive heritage with an intimate Christmas celebration in Melbourne. Originally brewed for the holidays, Stella Artois was crafted as a gift for the people of Leuven, Belgium and...

ONE HOT YOGA – BEHIND THE STUDIO WITH FOUNDER LUCINDA MILLS

December 17, 2018

Tell us a bit about the premise of One Hot Yoga and how you started it? One is the marriage of a yogi and an architect – literally! I married one of the world’s most talented and passionate designers of...

FOOD NEWS: PIMM’S POP UP AT FATTO, THE ART’S CENTRE STOMPING GROUND LA BOCA POP UP, PICCOLINA X LUXBITE

December 6, 2018

IT’S PIMM’S O’CLOCK AT THE FATTO TERRACE A quintessential taste of summer has officially landed on the banks of the Yarra River as PIMM’S takes over the Fatto Terrace on Melbourne’s Southbank....

WHAT WINERIES TO VISIT IN THE CHAMPAGNE REGION

November 28, 2018

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, To-Do List, Travel

France's Champagne region is home to some of the most iconic and revered wineries in the world. Located around 100 miles east of Paris, EU laws and the laws of most countries state that only sparkling white...

DISCOVER THE MAGIC WITH KMART AUSTRALIA’S NEW CHRISTMAS RANGE

November 28, 2018

Features, Home, Interiors, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Discover the magic with Kmart Australia’s brand-new Christmas range Kmart Australia has launched its brand-new Christmas range and its sure to add some much-needed sparkle to your home this festive season....

THINGS TO DO IN NYC: MAKING CERAMICS AT CHOPLET CERAMIC STUDIO

November 23, 2018

Features, Travel

Founded by artist Nadeige Choplet in 2006, Choplet Ceramic Studio located in Brooklyn, New York has become a second home to many creatives who have not only learned the skill of pottery and ceramics there,...

FOOD NEWS: BAR SCHWEPPES, ALFRESCO DINING WITH NEPTUNE, LOVER WINDSOR’S NEW MENU

November 23, 2018

THE LAST WEEKEND OF BAR SCHWEPPES Schweppes has been bringing a bit of Schweppervescence to Melbourne, just in time for the Melbourne Cup Carnival and the advent of Spring, with the premium Bar...

GO HEALTHY X LAURA GEITZ TO ‘GO BE 100%’

November 20, 2018

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

GO Healthy has announced a partnership with former Queensland Firebirds Captain Laura Geitz, which will see the recently retired sportswoman and mother prove that balancing motherhood, a career and a healthy...

PICCOLINA GELATERIA TEAM UP WITH FUTURE FUTURE TO DISH UP TO-DIE-FOR GELATO MOCHI

November 14, 2018

Melbourne favourites Piccolina Gelateria and Future Future have teamed up to create an Italo-Japanese hybrid dessert, the gelato mocha, which launched at the 2018 Lexus Design Pavilion at The Spring...

STATE OF GRACE BRINGS A TOUCH OF ELEGANCE TO A NEW MELBOURNE LOCATION

November 13, 2018

Melbourne’s favourite State of Grace has been resurrected and has opened on King street. The nocturnal hangout previously found on the New York end of Collins Street has been MIA since November 2016 with...

REVIEW: ASADO MELBOURNE BRINGS A SPANISH TWIST ON ARGENTINIAN GRILL

November 11, 2018

Brought to you by the team behind some of Melbourne's favourite South American establishments, San Telmo, Pastuso and Palermo, Asado is the latest instalment from the team bringing delicious South American...

THE NEW FUN DESTINATION IN MELBOURNE, ARCHIE BROTHERS CIRQUE ELECTRIQ

October 26, 2018

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle

Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq Melbourne, a circus-themed leisure-tainment wonderland located at The District Docklands, opened its doors on Thursday 18 October 2018. Brought to you by the team at Funlab -...

THE GLEN LAUNCHES ITS NEW FASHION AND LIFESTYLE PRECINCT AND IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE

October 25, 2018

Lifestyle, Uncategorized

The Glen will launch its new fashion and lifestyle precinct, and the third stage of the shopping centre’s $460 million redevelopment, with a host of artfully curated experiences from 25 October to 4...

FOOD NEWS: 400 GRADI x ROCHFORD WINES, COCA-COLA BATCH BLENDS AND YAGIZ LAUNCHES LUNCH MENU

October 25, 2018

400 GRADI LAUNCHES AT ROCHFORD WINES In an exciting move, two celebrated brands, 400 Gradi and Rochford Wines, have come together to create a new offering in the Yarra Valley. Set to open in late...

STELLA ARTOIS LAUNCHES VICTORIA’S SPRING RACING SEASON WITH THE 2018 STELLA ARTOIS CAULFIELD CUP CARNIVAL

October 22, 2018

Lifestyle, People & Parties

On Saturday 20th October, Stella Artois brought ‘Joie de Biere’ to the trackside for the Caulfield Cup, its first as the major sponsor of the event. Stella Artois hosted customers, media and VIPs in a...

BOOKS PERFECT FOR SPRING

October 6, 2018

Features, Lifestyle

One of my favourite things is sitting outside, enjoying a cup of coffee and getting into a good book. And whether you’re wanting to relax by the pool on your holiday or delve into a storyline on a Sunday...

B&B ITALIA RELAUNCH AT SPACE FURNITURE

September 11, 2018

Home, Interiors, Lifestyle

Space Furniture welcomed key clients and media to their Sydney Showroom to share and celebrate their brand new interpretation of the iconic brand across the new B&B Italia floor. Space is known throughout...

WHERE TO STAY IN SYDNEY: RYDGES SYDNEY CENTRAL

September 10, 2018

Features, Lifestyle, Travel, Where To Stay

When it comes to picking a hotel, location is the key. Rydges Sydney Central is conveniently located only minutes away from the cafes, restaurants and bars of Oxford and Crown streets. With train stations...

TAP INTO YOUR ARTISTIC SIDE IN THE CREATIVE HUB

Paige Richards

August 27, 2018

Event, Features, Lifestyle

Ever wanted to flex your creative muscles and learn the art of fashion illustration, or want to get your social game sorted with some creative content? Creatives Mads Francis and Sarah Darby have joined...

INSIDE THE MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS LAUNCH

Paige Richards

August 24, 2018

Event, Features, Lifestyle

Just as the smartphone revolutionised the way we communicate, the smallest model in the Mercedes-Benz range – the new A-Class - is set to change the way we interact with our vehicles. At an immersive...

SOUTHBANK PROGRESSIVE DINNER, THE WINTER TRAIL PROGRAM

August 15, 2018

The Winter Trail program of the Southbank Progressive Dinner invites guests to venture out for a dinner experience worth sharing during August and September, where your tastebuds can travel between Germany,...

SUPPORT THE BREAST CANCER NETWORK OF AUSTRALIA WITH A PINK SHIMMER AT THE SPORTING GLOBE

August 9, 2018

Charity, Lifestyle

The Sporting Globe is supporting Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) in the lead up to the Field of Women Game by raising funds in all 11 venues nationwide. All profits from every newly created Pink Shimmer...

CRINITIS, ALL THAT YOUR ITALIAN HEART DESIRES

August 5, 2018

If you're looking a place where all your Italian food desires can be met then look no further than Crinitis. This Italian restaurant has one of the biggest menus I've ever seen which means you could easily...

THE ICONIC ESPY SET TO RETURN IN NOVEMBER BRINGING MUSIC, ART, DRINK AND FOOD TO ST KILDA

July 31, 2018

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

St Kilda’s beloved Hotel Esplanade will reopen this November, when leading hospitality group, Sand Hill Road, unveils its landmark development of the seaside icon. Restored to its former grandeur and...

FOOD NEWS: RUSTICA OPENS AT MELBOURNE CENTRAL, THE DUKE OPENS ITS ROOFTOP BAR AND WHISKY, WINE AND FIRE FESTIVAL

July 12, 2018

RUSTICA OPENS AT MELBOURNE CENTRAL Renowned bakery-café, Rustica, announces the opening of its latest humble abode located in the iconic Melbourne Central shopping centre. The Rustica empire, lead by...

MELBOURNE ARTIST LISA DINO TALKS ABOUT THE BOOK OF EVERYONE

July 5, 2018

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Lisa Dino is a renowned freelance designer based in Melbourne and is known for her dreamy ethereal visuals. Recently she collaborated on The Book Of Everyone – a fun, personalised book that taps in to the...

RUN MELBOURNE PRESENTED BY LULULEMON 2018 AMBASSADOR CHRIS CANNON TELLS US WHAT HE’S DOING TO PREPARE FOR THE RUN

June 24, 2018

Run Melbourne presented by lululemon is just over a month away on Sunday 29 July , taking runners throughout the streets of Melbourne. The event includes the Runners World Half-Marathon, the Bulk Nutrients...

TIPICO BRINGS UNTYPICAL, TYPICAL ITALIAN FARE TO WINDSOR

June 21, 2018

Windsor’s bar and restaurant playground along High Street has added Italian flair with Tipico now open for service. Joining the ever-growing precinct of dining destinations, Tipico will bring classic...

MASTER DEN’S POPPU UPPU POP UP – JAPANESE HOT POT

June 19, 2018

Master Den, the keeper of secrets at Melbourne’s Japanese dining and drinking destinations, Izakaya Den and Hihou, can finally reveal the hot secret he has been keeping a tight lid on. Master Den’s Poppu...

WORLD REFUGEE DAY WITH THE ASYLUM SEEKER RESOURCE CENTRE AT HIGHPOINT SHOPPING CENTRE

June 17, 2018

Charity, Event, Lifestyle

To mark World Refugee Day, Highpoint Shopping Centre will rally behind the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) to support its Telethon on Wednesday 20 June 2018. Highpoint is partnering with the ASRC to help...

Q&A WITH GEORGIA LOVE, RUN MELBOURNE PRESENTED BY LULULEMON 2018 AMBASSADOR

June 12, 2018

Features, Lifestyle

Run Melbourne presented by lululemon will take place through the city streets of Melbourne on Sunday 29 July and includes the Runners World Half-Marathon, the Bulk Nutrients 10km run and a 5km run. One of the...

IN: TRANSIT AT HIGHPOINT

May 25, 2018

Lifestyle

Highpoint Shopping Centre has officially welcomed three new exciting brands to its IN: TRANSIT precinct: an outdoor retail and casual dining hub formed by three shipping containers, taking inspiration from...

HOYTS LUX LAUNCH NEW MENU BY CELEBRITY CHEF MANU FEILDEL

May 21, 2018

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Guests of HOYTS LUX now have the chance to enjoy the culinary creations of much loved celebrity chef, Manu Feildel, as part of their premium cinematic experience. An avid movie goer, and recently announced...

WHAT’S ON IN MELBOURNE: SHOP THE CITY AND QV MELBOURNE’S VIRTUAL/CHILL

May 15, 2018

Event, In Your Hood, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

SHOP THE CITY 18 MAY 2018 The countdown is on for Australia’s first ever National Marshmallow Day, which will be celebrated next Friday 18 May, as part of the twelve-hour Shop the City extravaganza....

MORRIS JONES REVAMPED WITH A NEW CALIFORNIA-JAPANESE INSPIRED MENU AND BAR EXPERIENCE

May 10, 2018

Six years ago, Chapel Street institution Morris Jones changed the game in Windsor, setting the scene in a strip now populated by some of Melbourne’s hottest dining destinations. Redefining its...

IPPUDO ARRIVES IN MELBOURNE AND WE’RE RAMEN HAPPY

May 8, 2018

Melbournians need not cross the border for the famed IPPUDO ramen because now you can find it right in the heart of the city. The cult global chain, created by the ‘Ramen King’, Shigemi Kawahara, brings...

HOW TO BECOME AN INFLUENCER

Lee Douglas

April 30, 2018

Fashion, Features, Lifestyle

Social influencers seem to live the best lives, don’t they? Who knew a Youtube channel or a review blog could lead to jetsetting to the Maldives for product launches, being offered long term rentals on...

ONE NIGHT IN MELBOURNE…HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR STAY IN MELBOURNE

April 30, 2018

Lifestyle, Travel, Uncategorized

Location, location, location. It's what everyone looks for when they're looking for accommodation. So look no further than the Space Hotel if you're looking for the perfect base to explore one of the best...

CORE+ FITNESS MECCA

April 27, 2018

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

On a mission to create stronger and more resilient bodies and minds, unique training concept, CORE+ is adding to their growing network of studios and launching two new fitness meccas in Port Melbourne and...

FOOD NEWS: CADDIE RESTAURANT + BAR OPENS IN RICHMOND AND ARCHIE GREEN’S NEW MENU

April 17, 2018

CADDIE RESTAURANT + BAR IN SWAN STREET RICHMOND Chef Dylan Evans has opened his own bar and restaurant at 167 Swan Street, Richmond. Having worked at some of the best restaurants in the world including...

DAVID JONES FOOD LAUNCHES AT MALVERN CENTRAL

March 28, 2018

David Jones has launched its new premium food concept at Malvern Central unveiling an innovative food offering with an emphasis on freshness, convenience and exceptional quality. It is the department...

MERCEDES-BENZ ROLL OUT THE F1 CARPET FOR THE ANNUAL LADIES DAY LUNCH

March 25, 2018

Event, Lifestyle, People & Parties, Uncategorized

Mercedes-Benz continues to have a starring role at the Formula 1 2018 Rolex Australian Grand Prix as the Official Course Car supplier, in addition to hosting customers and special guests at the Mercedes-Benz...

THE 2018 MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW

March 22, 2018

The 2018 Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show is on with over 800 exhibitors showcasing the best in flowers and gardens! The activity takes place in a wonderful place decorated with many flowers,...

TGI FRIDAYS PROUDLY SUPPORTS THE GOOD FRIDAY APPEAL WITH $10K DONATION

March 22, 2018

This month, TGI Fridays Bar & Grill restaurants in Victoria will rally together to raise much-needed funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital, in conjunction with the annual Good Friday Appeal. TGI...

MELBOURNE FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL – WORLD’S LONGEST LUNCH

March 21, 2018

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Bank of Melbourne World’s Longest Lunch last Friday was the perfect way to kick off the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival (16-25 March, 2018). This year the event left the city for the banks of the...

HEINEKEN SATURDAY’S AMAZING MUSIC LINE UP AT THE AUSTRALIAN F1 GRAND PRIX

March 20, 2018

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Following a successful debut last year, HeinekenSaturday will return on Saturday 24 March at the Formula 1 2018 Rolex Australian Grand Prix with a stellar line up showcasing top Australian and...

WIN 1 OF 2 DOUBLE PASSES TO FROMAGE ET TROIS

March 20, 2018

Features, Lifestyle, To-Do List

If you are a lover of cheese, then get ready for the return of, Fromage a Trois, a cheese and picnic event like no other. Hosted on the beautiful grounds of Werribee Park Mansion, on Sunday, 8 April 2018, this...

LULULEMON X CENTRAL SAINT MARTINS MA FASHION LIMITED EDITION COLLECTION

March 19, 2018

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

lululemon joins forces once again with Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London’s renowned MA Fashion Course to introduce a limited-edition print collection that merges function and...

FORT GREEN LAUNCHES YOGA STUDIO

March 14, 2018

After the successful launch of their wellness cafe FORT GREEN late last year, nutritionist Bannie Williams and designer Nicholas Cooke have teamed up to launch a yoga studio in the beautiful space which...

FOOD NEWS: BURCH AND PURCHESE’S NEW DESSERT TO CELEBRATE AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX, BREAKFAST PIZZA AT HUNGRY BEAR AND GODIVA’S 2018 EASTER COLLECTION

March 14, 2018

BURCH AND PURCHESE LAUNCHES NEW LUXE DESSERT WITH THE CHANCE WIN DOUBLE PASS TO GLAMOUR ON THE GRID Burch Burch and Purchese’s new and most luxe dessert to date created by Darren Purchese is a new...

MELBOURNE FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL – ADELPHI FLINDERS LANE NEIGHBOURHOOD POOL PARTY

March 13, 2018

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Everybody loves good neighbours, and Adelphi Hotel is getting together with theirs to bring you a Flinders Lane Neighbourhood Pool Party for the 2018 Melbourne Food & Wine Festival. On Friday 23 March,...

WIN FREE NBN FOR 6 MONTHS THANKS TO AMAYSIM

March 2, 2018

Features, Home, Interiors, Lifestyle

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Want to win free Internet for 6 months? Sound too good to be true? We've teamed up with our friends at amaysim to give you the chance to get NBN in your home, for free, for 6 months! amaysim SIM-only,...

BENDER YOGA ON THE ROOFTOP AT QT MELBOURNE THIS MARCH

February 15, 2018

Asanas in the air and gravity defying downward dogs will be ascending on Melbourne’s famous skyline this Summer, as LA-loved immersive yoga brand, Bender, pop up for its one-of-a-kind series on The Rooftop...

QUICK WORKOUTS AT BODHI AND RIDE MELBOURNE CBD

February 12, 2018

Does your lunchtime need a little more action? Some banging tunes, perhaps? Welcome to a new spin on midday workouts, with boutique lifestyle studio Bodhi & Ride now offering express 40-minute classes...

NEED SOME HOLIDAY INSPIRATION? BOOKING.COM SHARES THE TOP DESTINATIONS FOR AUSSIES IN 2017

January 29, 2018

Lifestyle, Travel

Booking.com, global leader in connecting travellers with the widest choice of incredible places to stay, has revealed Australia’s top booked destinations both domestically and internationally in...

CELEBRATE AUSTRALIA DAY WITH A LAMINGTON LOG FROM PICCOLINA GELATERIA

January 24, 2018

Celebrate Australia Day with a true blue slice of Lamington but with a twist. Piccolina Gelateria is helping those with the sweet tooth celebrate Australia Day this 26th January with a limited edition single...

FOOD NEWS: AUSTRALIAN OPEN G&Ts AT LONA, RATIO COCOA ROASTERS AND TANQUERAY GIN BAR AT THE BRIDGE HOTEL

January 19, 2018

CELEBRATE THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN WITH A NICE GIN & TONIC AT LONA So, it’s that time of the year… the time where all of your inhibitions are lowered as you watch fit, successful and wealthy athletes...

FOOD & DRINK NEWS: VINOMOFO LAUNCHES CLICK’N’COLLECT

January 12, 2018

Melbourne’s favourite wine retailer, Vinomofo has launched Click & Collect! Gone are the days of waiting by your mailbox for your precious delivery of vino. Now all you need to do is: Step...

STELLA ARTOIS CELEBRATE THEIR FINAL SENSORIUM WITH AN EXTRA SPECIAL CHRISTMAS SENSORIUM

December 19, 2017

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The final Sensorium initiative from Stella Artois was held exclusively at Shannon Bennett’s private residence. Chef, Guillaume Brahimi and his team from Bistro Guillaume took over the chef (and long time...

SPORTING GLOBE, NOT JUST ABOUT SPORTS

December 6, 2017

Looking for a great casual place for a catch up with friends that has great food? Sporting Globe may not necessarily pop up in your list but maybe it should. Not necessarily your quintessential pub, but it...

SHOP THE CITY MELBOURNE WITH FREE EVENTS THIS WEDNESDAY

December 5, 2017

Event, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Shop the City is on again this Wednesday 6 December, 2017 in Melbourne's CBD. Shops and centres across Melbourne will be holding special events, just in time for those wanting to do some Christmas Shopping...

FOOD NEWS: HUNGRY BEAR PIZZA OPENS IN THE CBD AND PAFU APPLE PUFF LAUNCHES NEXT MONTH

November 28, 2017

HUNGRY BEAR OPENS IN MELBOURNE'S CBD Hungry Bear has opened in Menzies Alley, at Melbourne Central. Open 7 days a week from 11am until 9pm, Hungry Bear is set to be an exciting addition to...

CHANGE THE TASTE OF SUMMER WITH HEINEKEN, TRY IT FREE!

November 26, 2017

Get ready, Victoria. As the temperature rises across the state, Heineken is on a mission to cool everyone down with a refreshing campaign aimed at challenging VIC consumers to reconsider their drink of choice...

TAKE YOURSELF FROM PARIS TO PROVENCE THIS WEEKEND

November 23, 2017

Say Bonjour at the ninth year of celebrating French culture at Paris to Provence Festival this weekend. The yearly celebration of French culture starts Friday 23 November, 2017 at the grounds of...

THE HOLY WEEKENDER #2 THIS WEEKEND IN HAWTHORN

November 16, 2017

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

This public event returns for its second instalment on Saturday, 18th November outside Glenferrie Station in Hawthorn. The Holy Weekender 2 is a free event presented by Holy Moly, Ironlak and...

FOOD NEWS: HASH SPECIALTY COFFEE OPENS IN CAMBERWELL

November 13, 2017

After two years located in one of Melbourne’s hottest destinations, Hardware Street, Hash Specialty Coffee has expanded with a new café in Camberwell. With a dedicated following of customers...

MERCEDES ME LAUCNHES IN MELBOURNE

Suzanna Zhang

November 12, 2017

Author Name, Event, Face Behind The Space, Features, In Your Hood, Lifestyle, Lifestyle Team Diary

Melbourne, rated the most liveable city in the world for the 7th year running is now also the home of the 7th Mercedes me store in the world. A new concept of it's kind - Mercedes me Melbourne, opened...

GIVE GENEROUSLY THIS CHRISTMAS WITH CAREGIFTS

November 6, 2017

Charity, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Don’t waste the chance to give a goodwill gift this Christmas Australians are being urged to give goodwill gifts – not fill rubbish tips – in the lead-up to Christmas. The average Australian forks out...

SKIP THE QUEUES WITH MENULOG AT THE MELBOURNE NIGHT NOODLE MARKETS

November 3, 2017

The Melbourne Night Noodle Markets are back and better than ever, with the Menulog At Home Zone delivering some of Australia’s best street food straight to the seats of market-goers. Bringing...

FOOD NEWS: THE CRUX AND CO. DINE PINK INITIATIVE, YAGIZ BRINGS A TURKISH FLAIR TO SOUTH YARRA AND A NEW LEVEL OF MIXOLOGY AT OM NOM KITCHEN

October 30, 2017

THE CRUX AND CO. DINE PINK INITIATIVE TO SUPPORT THE BREAST CANCER NETWORK AUSTRALIA This November, renowned café and dessert connoisseurs , The Crux and Co. is hosting an intimate dinner in support...

IN TRANSIT AT HIGHPOINT

October 26, 2017

Event, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Highpoint Shopping Centre has created a new outdoor retail and casual dining precinct in Melbourne’s West, taking inspiration from food truck parks and capitalising on the interest in pop-up stores and...

JUST IN TIME FOR SUMMER PICCOLINA GELATERIA OPENS NEW FLAGSHIP STORE IN COLLINGWOOD

October 19, 2017

Piccolina Gelateria has opened the doors of its second location at 296 Smith Street, Collingwood just in time to satisfy all your gelato cravings this Summer. The new, purpose-built flagship store boasts a...

FOOD NEWS: L’HOTEL GITAN HOSTS ELGEE PARK & BALLIEU VINEYARD DINNER; DESSERT DISCO AT SYRACUSE RESTAURANT AND BOOZY BRUNCH AT LONA ST KILDA

October 18, 2017

ELGEE PARK AND BALLIEU VINEYARD DINNER AT L'HOTEL GITAN Prahran’s own French gastropub, L’Hôtel Gitan will host the Elgee Park and Baillieu Vineyard wine dinner on Tuesday 31st October with a...

MAKE ROOM FOR LIFE WITH IKEA X ACMI – AUGMENTED REALITY BRINGING HOME INSPIRATION TO YOUR LIVING ROOM

October 15, 2017

Home, Interiors, Lifestyle

In conjunction with the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI), IKEA have announced the Make Room for Life exhibition to showcase IKEA Place – an augmented reality (AR) application that will help...

A DAY IN THE LIFE AT MELBOURNE SQUARE – MELBOURNE’S NEWEST DEVELOPMENT

October 8, 2017

Lifestyle, People & Parties

Melbourne’s largest skyscraper project, Melbourne Square, officially launched this week, celebrating what will become a prominent gateway precinct - and new green heart for Southbank. The launch...

FESTIVAL DE LUXE AT CHADSTONE – THE FASHION CAPITAL, THIS OCTOBER

October 6, 2017

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

To continue the celebration of Chadstone's extended trading hours, The Fashion Capital is excited to launch Festival De Luxe, an activation that brings to life a series of professionally choreographed...

THE PERFECT DINNER FOR GIN LOVERS – THE GIN QUEEN: A ‘SPIRITED’ TASSIE DINNER

October 5, 2017

Pure South Dining is planning a night of Tasmanian ginspiration as they play to host to three premium artisan distillers from the pure south. Curated and presented by 'The Gin Queen' Caroline...

WHERE TO STAY IN PHUKET: VIJITT RESORT

Sarah Kensington

October 4, 2017

Features, Travel, Where To Stay

When paradise calls – you answer. From evergreen islands to breath-taking waters, Phuket has been known to be the place for many traveling Australians. While Phuket is filled with many hidden gems, Vijitt...

INTERVIEW WITH MELISSA MORPHET FROM BE WELLBEING BROTH

October 2, 2017

Features, Food & Drink, Health and Wellness

When it comes to superfoods, you don't often think of broth, but Melissa Morphet, founder of Be Wellbeing Broth has set out to change that. Congratulations on the launch of Be Wellbeing Broth! What inspired...

MELBOURNE TO DO: VINOMOFO’S WAREHOUSE WEEKENDER, HIGHPOINT SHOPPING DAY AND QV’S FRESH/TAKE PROGRAM

September 20, 2017

Lifestyle, Uncategorized

VINOMOFO'S WAREHOUSE WEEKENDER Vinomofo are popping bottles and are inviting Melburnian mofos to join them in their exclusive Warehouse Weekender. It’s like a weekender bender, but classier...

WHERE TO STAY IN THAILAND: ANANTARA LAYAN

Sarah Kensington

September 15, 2017

Features, Lifestyle, Travel

When in need of a restful and relaxing holiday, most Australians already think of Thailand. In particular, the southern tip of Phuket. Although economical, we don't often associate it with the comforts found...

FOOD NEWS: GLACE OPENS IN WINDSOR, SPORTING GLOBE’S CHARCOAL PARMA AND EMPIRE STEAK OPENS IN SOUTH YARRA

August 31, 2017

GLACE Internationally acclaimed pastry and dessert chef Christy Tania has opened her first permanent venue, Glacé, in Windsor. This stylish flagship store arrives in Melbourne off...

FOOD NEWS: BIGGIE SMALLS X FOUR PILLARS, A TASTE OF THE MIDDLE EAST AT HIGHPOINT, SUMO SALAD X MENULOG AND VINOMOFO’S THE CLUB

August 18, 2017

BIGGIE SMALLS FOOD TRUCK POPS UP AT FOUR PILLARS DISTILLERY TO CELEBRATE 'GIN AND JUICE COLLABORATION Biggie Smalls – Windsor is due to open its doors this September. Expect Windsor to be bigger and...

WHERE TO STAY IN HONG KONG: THE DORSETT WANCHAI HOTEL

Sarah Kensington

August 15, 2017

Features, Lifestyle, Travel, Where To Stay

Hong Kong is definitely a contender for New York's title of the city that doesn't sleep, with its bustling nightlife and amazing shopping distincts a major drawcard. But just because the city doesn't get...

FOOD NEWS: THE GROSVENOR HOTEL’S YEAR OF BEER AND PIZZA AND SASH JAPANESE OPENS IN WINDSOR

August 11, 2017

WIN A YEAR'S WORTH OF BEER AND PIZZA AT THE GROSVENOR HOTEL The Grosvenor Hotel is giving one very lucky guest the chance to win an entire year’s worth of beer and pizza, delivered straight to their...

BODHI & RIDE CARDIO LASER POP UP RIDES AT KINGPIN CROWN

August 10, 2017

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Port Melbourne’s cult cycle studio Bodhi & Ride will transform the Laser Tag Room at Kingpin Crown (8 Whiteman St, Southbank) into a pumping, high energy spin chamber on Monday August 14 and Tuesday...

STELLA ARTOIS SENSORIUM

August 4, 2017

Stella Artois launched the ‘Stella Artois Sensorium’ in Australia – a multi-sensorial, multi-course dining experience featuring food and beer pairings inspired by the spectrum of flavours in the...

WHERE TO STAY IN HONG KONG: CITADINES MERCER

August 2, 2017

Features, Lifestyle, Travel, Where To Stay

When it comes to real estate, they say the most important thing is location, location, location. When it comes to hotels, I would argue the same principles apply. Hong Kong is known as one of the world's top...

HEAD AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 COCKTAILS

Paige Richards

August 1, 2017

Sick of ordering the same vodka sodas or G&Ts? You're in luck. Around The World in 80 Cocktails gives you all the #inspo you need to spice up your drink order. Covering recipes from the...

CAFE QUALITY AND ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY COFFEE AT HOME WITH POD & PARCEL AND STREAT

August 1, 2017

Want to enjoy cafe quality at home whilst being environmentally friendly? Introducing Pod & Parcel the Melbourne-based start up that has introduced completely biodegradable and compostable coffee post...

FREE COFFEE DAY TO CELEBRATE THE LAUNCH OF SPECIALTY COFFEE MELBOURNE

July 27, 2017

To celebrate the launch of the "Specialty Coffee Melbourne" book from Smudge Eats, get a FREE coffee at participating venues on Friday 28th July until sold out. There are 30 participating venues across...

WINTER COMES ALIVE WITHE MADAME BRUSSELS LANE EUROPEAN NIGHT MARKET

July 27, 2017

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The wonder of winter arrives in Melbourne at the Madame Brussels Lane European Night Market so grab a woolly coat and get ready to embrace the chill! The Madame Brussels Lane European Night Market...

KATHMANDU CELEBRATES ITS 30TH ANNIVERSARY

July 26, 2017

Kathmandu celebrated its 30th anniversary with an adventure filled event worthy of the adventurers who rely on Kathmandu for their gear! The celebration was hosted by Jules Lund who shared his humorous story...

CAMPARI RED NIGHTS MELBOURNE

July 26, 2017

Campari is bringing a touch of Milan to Melbourne this winter. Campari’s latest experiential activation set to turn Melbourne CBD red for the month of July If Milan’s passion, style and...

ROSÉ FROM PROVENCE, THE PERFECT ALL YEAR TIPPLE

July 24, 2017

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Who says Rosé is just for the Summer? Rosé is growing in popularity across Australia and whilst we're lucky to have a great range of local Rosé wines, we're also seeing a growing range...

FOOD NEWS: MR. MIYAGI’S LIMITED EDITION MR.M’S GOON BOX, WORLD UNCLE DAY AT UNCLE & ENJOY LIFE, ALLERGY FRIENDLY SNACKS

July 21, 2017