Category: Lifestyle
FOOD NEWS: GLACE OPENS IN WINDSOR, SPORTING GLOBE’S CHARCOAL PARMA AND EMPIRE STEAK OPENS IN SOUTH YARRA
GLACE Internationally acclaimed pastry and dessert chef Christy Tania has opened her first permanent venue, Glacé, in Windsor. This stylish flagship…
FOOD NEWS: BIGGIE SMALLS X FOUR PILLARS, A TASTE OF THE MIDDLE EAST AT HIGHPOINT, SUMO SALAD X MENULOG AND VINOMOFO’S THE CLUB
BIGGIE SMALLS FOOD TRUCK POPS UP AT FOUR PILLARS DISTILLERY TO CELEBRATE ‘GIN AND JUICE COLLABORATION …
WHERE TO STAY IN HONG KONG: THE DORSETT WANCHAI HOTEL
Hong Kong is definitely a contender for New York’s title of the city that doesn’t sleep,…
FOOD NEWS: THE GROSVENOR HOTEL’S YEAR OF BEER AND PIZZA AND SASH JAPANESE OPENS IN WINDSOR
WIN A YEAR’S WORTH OF BEER AND PIZZA AT THE GROSVENOR HOTEL The Grosvenor Hotel is giving one…
BODHI & RIDE CARDIO LASER POP UP RIDES AT KINGPIN CROWN
Port Melbourne’s cult cycle studio Bodhi & Ride will transform the Laser Tag Room at Kingpin…
STELLA ARTOIS SENSORIUM
Stella Artois launched the ‘Stella Artois Sensorium’ in Australia – a multi-sensorial, multi-course dining experience featuring food…
WHERE TO STAY IN HONG KONG: CITADINES MERCER
When it comes to real estate, they say the most important thing is location, location, location.…
HEAD AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 COCKTAILS
Sick of ordering the same vodka sodas or G&Ts? You’re in luck. Around The World in 80…
CAFE QUALITY AND ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY COFFEE AT HOME WITH POD & PARCEL AND STREAT
Want to enjoy cafe quality at home whilst being environmentally friendly? Introducing Pod & Parcel the Melbourne-based…
FREE COFFEE DAY TO CELEBRATE THE LAUNCH OF SPECIALTY COFFEE MELBOURNE
To celebrate the launch of the “Specialty Coffee Melbourne” book from Smudge Eats, get a FREE…
WINTER COMES ALIVE WITHE MADAME BRUSSELS LANE EUROPEAN NIGHT MARKET
The wonder of winter arrives in Melbourne at the Madame Brussels Lane European Night Market so…
KATHMANDU CELEBRATES ITS 30TH ANNIVERSARY
Kathmandu celebrated its 30th anniversary with an adventure filled event worthy of the adventurers who rely…
CAMPARI RED NIGHTS MELBOURNE
Campari is bringing a touch of Milan to Melbourne this winter. Campari’s latest experiential activation set…
ROSÉ FROM PROVENCE, THE PERFECT ALL YEAR TIPPLE
Who says Rosé is just for the Summer? Rosé is growing in popularity across Australia and whilst…
FOOD NEWS: MR. MIYAGI’S LIMITED EDITION MR.M’S GOON BOX, WORLD UNCLE DAY AT UNCLE & ENJOY LIFE, ALLERGY FRIENDLY SNACKS
MR. MIYAGI’S LIMITED EDITION MR. M’S GOON BOX Mr. Miyagi to launch a limited edition cask…
NANDO’S GLOBAL MUSIC EXCHANGE PROGRAM
Nando’s gives our brightest young stars a golden opportunity with six Melbourne music students from JMC…
MADE FOR STEAK, PEPPERJACK WINES
We all know the old adage that red wine goes with steak but what red wine?…
FILM: RUTH BORGOBELLO, THE AUSTRALIA DIRECTOR BEHIND ‘THE SPACE BETWEEN’ TALKS TO COUTURING ABOUT HER FIRST FEATURE FILM
The Space Between, a tale of love and loss set amongst the beautiful region of Friuli…
THE HOLY WEEKENDER STREET MARKET 22-23 JULY
This weekend, Ironlak, Alley Tunes, Coors Beer, Absolute Vodka, Holy Moly, The W.C.S.S. & Booroondara Winter…
FOOD NEWS: UNCLE’S UNIQUE TWIST FOR BASTILLE DAY & HOUSE OF LULU WHITE OPENS IN SOUTH YARRA
UNCLE GIVES A UNIQUE TWIST FOR BASTILLE DAY his Bastille Day (14 July), executive chef and…
LIFESTYLE NEWS: UNIVERSAL PRACTICE OPENS IN FITZROY AND HYATT PLACE OPENS AT ESSENDON FIELDS
UNIVERSAL PRACTICE Universal Practice has officially opened their second Melbourne studio, located on Johnston Street in…
WIN A LENOVO YOGA 900 VALUED AT $1,999
I’m not ashamed to say that I couldn’t live without my laptop. I’m one woman with…
LIFESTYLE NEWS: OPEN HOUSE MELBOURNE 201, RUN MELBOURNE’S FRIENDSHIP DASH AND ICE SKATING AT EASTLAND
OPEN HOUSE MELBOURNE 2017 On Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th July, over 200 buildings around Melbourne will open their doors to the public.…
FOOD NEWS: FANCY HANK’S MAJESTIC HAWKER POP UP, 360 COLLINS NEW EATS, THE UGLY DUCKLING WINTER COCKTAILS AND SYRACUSE’S BASTILLE DAY CELEBRATIONS
FANCY HANK’S MAJESTIC HAWKER POP UP The team behind Fancy Hank’s – Kent Bell, Mike Patrick,…
EASTRIDGE ENTERTAINMENT PRECINCT BRINGS CULINARY DELIGHTS TO THE GATEWAY TO THE YARRA VALLEY
Melbourne suburb of Chirnside Park welcomes Eastridge Entertainment Precinct (EEP), the first premium culinary hub for…
OM NOM KITCHEN’S DELIGHTFULLY INNOVATIVE COCKTAILS FOR THIS WINTER
Om Nom Kitchen have launched a remarkably innovative new set of cocktails for patrons to warm…
FOOD & DRINK NEWS: YOUNG GUN OF WINE PEOPLE’S CHOICE EVENT & HEINEKEN 3 WINS MAJOR AWARD
ELEVENTH ANNUAL YOUNG GUNS OF WINE AWARDS – PEOPLE’S CHOICE EVENT The annual Young Gun of…
HIGHPOINT SUPPORTS WORLD REFUGEE DAY TELETHON
Highpoint Shopping Centre is rallying behind the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) in support of its…
QUEEN VICTORIA MARKET WINTER NIGHT MARKET RETURNS 7 JUNE 2017
Melbourne’s wintery Wednesday nights are about to get warmer with the return of the iconic Queen…
HYPOXI, NOT JUST ANOTHER WEIGHT LOSS FAD
Weight has always been something that I’ve battled with over the years and with the inevitable…
DANDENONG MARKET DELIGHTS
As someone who grew up in the outer south-eastern suburbs, the Dandenong Market is inextricably linked…
A PARISIAN AFFAIR – HIGH TEA AT THE SHERATON MELBOURNE
Savoury or sweet? One or two? Champagne or sparkling? Questions that will cross your mind when…
FOOD NEWS: NEPTUNE WINDSOR, ST KILDA BURGER BAR AT THE ART’S CENTRE
NEPTUNE, WINDSOR Neptune, Windsor’s newest all-encompassing food, wine and cocktail venue is set to become a…
ST KILDA FILM FESTIVAL OPENING NIGHT
Opening its doors for the first time since ongoing refurbishment, the iconic Palais Theatre last…
Van Gogh and The Seasons Exhibition presented by Mazda
Attention art lovers in Australia – this is your chance to see Van Gogh up close.…
SALT&PEPPER HOMEWARES LAUNCHES ITS AUTUMN/WINTER 2017 RANGE
For over 21 years, Salt&Pepper have prided themselves in offering affordable homewares that allow consumers to…
MAKE YOUR OWN BROWN BROTHERS WINE AT THE HIGH COUNTRY HARVEST FESTIVAL
Ever wanted to make your very own blend of wine? Well, at this year’s High Country…
RUN MELBOURNE PRESENTED BY LULULEMON REVEALS ITS 2017 AMBASSADORS WITH A MINDFUL MORNING LAUNCH
Run Melbourne presented by lululemon announced its 2017 event ambassadors with a special Mindful Morning launch event…
YOUNG GUN OF WINE TOP 50 ANNOUNCEMENT
Young Gun of Wine, the world’s most rigorous young winemaker competition, is presenting a Top 50…
YOUR NEXT LUXURY WEEKEND IN DAYLESFORD WITH HEPBURN BATHHOUSE AND SPA
We’re always looking for new ways to spend our weekend, and luckily we have found your…
PUTT AND SING YOUR WAY THROUGH HOLEY MOLEY GOLF CLUB, MELBOURNE’S HOTTEST NEW VENUE
Introducing Melbourne’s newest mini-golf club – unlike any you’ve experienced before. It’s a putt-putt course crossed…
CREATE THE PERFECT PIECE OF FURNITURE WITH CRAFTER INTERIORS
The phrases ‘too big’, ‘too small’ and ‘wrong colour’ are replaced with ‘just right’ as Melbourne-…
2017 CHAMPION AUSTRALIAN DISTILLERS FROM THE WEST
Two of Western Australia’s most highly regarded distilleries tied for Champion Australian Distiller in a historical…
FOOD NEWS: WHITEHART, HOGGET, HOLY MOLY
WHITEHART Whitehart is a two-storey open container bar nestled at the end of Whitehart Lane in…
CHEERS TO EQUALITY WITH JOEL CREASEY
Comedian and TV presenter Joel Creasey has joined hands with SKYY Vodka to invite Australians to…
THROW THE BEST GRAND PRIX PARTY WITH SOME CHANDON COCKTAILS
The 2017 Rolex Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix is this weekend and it’s the perfect time…
SOUK, A MIDDLE EASTERN OASIS OPENS IN MELBOURNE’S CBD
Bligh Place’s new Middle Eastern restaurant and bar Souk has opened at the end of the…
INTERVIEW WITH FERNANDO ALONSO & STOFFEL VANDOORNE, FORMULA 1 SUPERSTARS
Chandon celebrated the launch of the 2017 F1 season with the McLaren-Honda Formula 1 team at an event…
THE FASHION HUNT AT HIGHPOINT
Melbourne fashion in March is heating up at Highpoint Shopping Centre with the Fashion Hunt that…
WHY THE RIGHT GLASS MATTERS FOR THE PERFECT GLASS OF WINE
Did you know that the style and shape of a wine glass makes a difference to…
HEINEKEN SATURDAY AT THE 2017 FORMULA 1 ROLEX GRAND PRIX
Heineken has announced details of an Australian-first innovative media activation, designed to connect with consumers in…
TAG HEUER LAUNCHES AT CHADSTONE
Swiss watchmaker TAG Heuer has opened its highly anticipated Chadstone Boutique within the luxury retail precinct…
WINE 1160, ARMADALE’S NEW LOCAL GEM
Armadale’s newest local gem, Wine 1160, brings a wine focused bar to High Street where locals…
FOOD NEWS: QUEEN OF THE SOUTH, MARKET ON MALVERN (MOM) CAFE, FRANK’S AND
QUEEN OF THE SOUTH Queen of the South is the new Prahran restaurant and bar headed…
REVIEW: PASCALE BAR AND GRILL AT QT
Sometimes hotel restaurants can be a bit average, but definitely not at the QT Melbourne. Pascale…
THE TOP TEN PLACES TO VISIT IN 2017
Already have the back to work blues? The best way to shake them off is to…
SINGAPORE STAYS
For years, Singapore had the reputation of being sterile and soulless, but those days are long…
FOOD NEWS: EMPIRE STEAK AUSTRALIA DAY GIVEAWAY AND PIMM’S SUMMER GARDEN POP UP
EMPIRE STEAK AUSTRALIA DAY GIVEAWAY Empire Steak is inspired by a true love of the…
KMART’S NEW GLOBALLY INSPIRED LIVING RANGE
Stop the press! Mark 2 February, 2017 in your calendar as Kmart Australia are releasing their…
STELLA ARTOIS CELEBRATES AUSTRALIAN TENNIS AT THE KOOYONG CLASSIC
Stella Artois celebrated their sponsorship of the 2017 Kooyong Classic, a tournament that has cemented its…
LOST IN ‘JOIE DE VIVRE’ WITH KRONEBOURG AT SFSC 2017
So Frenchy, So Chic is one of the warmer months can’t miss events, and last Sunday…
LA TROBE UNIVERSITY X NGV – LIVING LANDSCAPES AT NGV FRIDAY NIGHTS
Visitors to the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) are transforming their artistic flair into a greener…
HOT NEW OPENINGS THIS SUMMER: HOPSCOTCH AND GRANGE ROAD EGG SHOP
HOPSCOTCH MELBOURNE Hopscotch is the latest addition to Southbank and Melbourne’s burgeoning riverside scene. Hopscotch is…
THE PERFECT SUMMERTIME TIPPLE WITH MIST WOOD
Get your Gin on! There is nothing better on a warm Summer’s day than a nice…
ADELPHI’S PIMMS POP-UP POOL SESSIONS THIS JANUARY
Summer’s heating up: Adelphi’s pool sessions are back. Adelphi Hotel’s iconic rooftop will once again play…
WHERE TO STAY IN MELBOURNE: INTERCONTINENTAL MELBOURNE – THE RIALTO
Melbournians and tourists alike are spoilt for choice when it comes to hotel and dining options…
VINOMOFO POP UP SALE
Forget santa knowing whether you’ve been naughty or nice, the wine-loving gods at Vinomofo believe every…
OWN A THOUROUGHBRED RACEHORSE FROM $165 WITH MIRUNNERS
If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a premium thoroughbred, miRunners are now giving you the opportunity…
FOOD NEWS: HEINEKEN SATURDAYS AT ROYAL CROQUET CLUB, GOOD HEAVENS ROOFTOP BAR, BETTY’S BURGER MELBOURNE
HEINEKEN SATURDAY AT ROYAL CROQUET CLUB It’s Melbourne’s turn to take part in a truly iconic…
CELEBRATING THE BEST OF ITALIAN AT 48H PIZZA AND GNOCCHI BAR
48H Pizza and Gnocchi Bar is one of those secret places you don’t want to share with…
GET COASTAL AT THE RACV INVERLOCH RESORT
When I think of a local getaway that is not too far outside Melbourne, my mind often…
ROYAL CROQUET CLUB SET TO KICK OFF ANOTHER SEASON OF FOOD, MUSIC AND FUN
The Royal Croquet Club is set to kick off another summer season bringing food, art and…
FOOD NEWS: THE CRAFT & CO CHRISTMAS MARKET, POW SUNDAYS AT POW KITCHEN AND POINT BREAK POKE
THE CRAFT & CO (TC&C) CHRISTMAS MARKET ON 11 DECEMBER One of the most innovative food…
LAND ROVER POLO IN THE CITY KICK STARTS MELBOURNE’S SUMMER SEASON
On Saturday 26 November, Land Rover Polo in the City kick- started the Melbourne’s summer season in…
BLUE SPOON LAUNCHES AUSTRALIA’S FIRST BAKLAVA BAR
Baklava fans will be thrilled with the news that Port Melbourne Greek yogurt store, blu spoon,…
WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK: CHRISTMAS HITS HIGHPOINT & THE CREATORS MARKET
CHRISTMAS HITS HIGHPOINT One of Australia’s biggest retail destinations is making gift buying and planning…
LAVAZZA LAUNCHES PRONTISSIMO! INSTANT COFFEE 120 YEARS IN THE MAKING
Lavazza Australia launched Prontissimo! – the company’s first premium Italian style instant coffee range – in…
LAND ROVER POLO IN THE CITY
Last week, Land Rover Polo in the City kicked off the start of the summer season in style…
2016 PARIS TO PROVENCE – MELBOURNE’S FRENCH FESTIVAL
Paris to Provence celebrates its eighth year of je ne sais quoi of French culture this…
FOOD NEWS: LADUREE OPENS AT CHADSTONE, THE CORNER ROOFTOP REOPENS, #HIREMESIMON PICKS A WINNER,
LADUREE OPENS ITS FIRST MELBOURNE STORE AT CHADSTONE Ladurée has officially opened the brand’s first Melbourne…
WIN: 4 WEEKS AT RECHARGE MINDFULNESS STUDIO VALUED AT $295
With outward distractions and increasing reliance on technology in our daily lives, now more than ever it’s…
MINI AUSTRALIA CELEBRATES BRIGHT RAYS
On Wednesday night, 2016 MINI Australia celebrated the six BRIGHT RAYS finalists and announced the winner…
DAVID HOCKNEY: CURRENT PREVIEWS AT NGV
Last night, Horst von Sanden, Chief Executive Officer of Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific welcomed Mercedes-Benz customers and VIP’s…
THINK WEST FESTIVAL
Wisdom, resilience and social change are the guiding themes of THINK WEST, a new festival…
ENDULJ, A DIFFERENT WAY OF DINING
Melbourne’s highly competitive restaurant landscape will see MoVida (Frank Camorra), Pei Modern (Mark Best), Lee Ho…
TV PERSONALITY AND EXPERT TRAINER, TIFFANY HALL LAUNCHES TIFFXO, A PROGRAM TO KICK START YOUR SUMMER
Tiffiny Hall, Australian TV personality, expert trainer and Sixth Dan Black Belt Master Instructor is gearing…
LIFESTYLE NEWS: MELBOURNE DESIGN MARKET AND GARDEN DESIGN FEST, EQUITANA RETURNS
MELBOURNE DESIGN MARKET This curated event presents intelligent design by 50 of the best and brightest designers, handpicked for…
HOT SAUCE, LANEWAY COOL IN THE HEART OF MELBOURNE
QT Melbourne has created its very own late night hotspot with the launch of Hot Sauce…
LOOK BEHIND THE BIRDCAGE AT THE 2016 MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL
The Melbourne Cup Carnival begins in earnest this Saturday with Derby Day, a day that marks…
TOP THINGS TO DO AT THE MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL
The Melbourne Cup Carnival kicks off things this Saturday with Derby Day. During the Spring Carnival,…
QUICK AND EASY DINING, CHAN’S YUM CHA BRINGS YOUR FAVOURITE DELIGHTS HOME
Chan’s Yum Cha at Home – Swap your takeout for dumplings in Bao down to the…
Q&A: WE ARE ALL, TAKING CHILDRENSWEAR TO A NEW LEVEL
Clothing and lifestyle brand, We Are All, recently launched their debut collection. The brand’s first collection…
FOOD NEWS: AMARO MONTENEGRO COCKTAIL PARTY, NEW SHANGHAI TO OPEN AT CHADSTONE AND QT MELBOURNE OPENS ROOFTOP BAR
AMARO MONTENEGRO HOSTING A EXCLUSIVE COCKTAIL PARTY Italy’s favourite liqueur, Amaro Montenegro is hosting an exclusive…
QT MELBOURNE OPENS WITH A MEMORABLE LAUNCH PARTY
The highly anticipated QT Melbourne opened its doors to host a mix of Australia’s industry movers…
FOOD NEWS: MIDDLE BRIGHTON BATHS RELAUNCH, FRENCH PATISSERIE LADUREE TO OPEN IN MELBOURNE AND SCOTT PICKETT’S NEWEST VENTURE
MIDDLE BRIGHTON BATHS BRINGS THE BAY TO THE TABLE Enjoying one of the most breathtaking views…
THE LAVAZZA ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL BRINGS THE VERY BEST ITALIAN CINEMA TO AUSTRALIA
The Lavazza Italian Film Festival driven by Fiat offers 30 exquisite films from, by and about…
SPARKLE THIS RACING SEASON AT THE YELLOWGLEN TERRACE
Spring racing comes alive this season during the 2016 Spring Racing Carnival. Racegoers will be invited…
FASHION ILLUSTRATOR MEGAN HESS TEAMS UP WITH DISNEY FOR SPECIAL RANGE OF DISNEY PRINCESSES
Disney has teamed up with world-renowned fashion illustrator, Megan Hess, to celebrate life’s special and everyday…
QT MELBOURNE OPENS
Time to devour & indulge at Melbourne’s newest design hotel, the QT Melbourne. The hotly anticipated launch…
NATIONAL CHEESEBURGER DAY THIS SUNDAY 18 SEPTEMBER
The humble cheeseburger has come a long way in Australia and we’re celebrating National Cheeseburger day…