Lifestyle

A few years ago I met a Sicilian girl who I lived with for a year. She was a true Italian in the sense of being super animated with her hands, passionate, expressive, warm and inviting but most of all she was...

WINTER WARMING COCKTAILS AT THE UGLY DUCKLING

June 3, 2016

Winter has officially arrived and one of Richmond's favourites The Ugly Duckling has revamped its repertoire of cocktails to warm up these cold nights. The bar’s new menu features an entire...

FOOD NEWS: CAKE BAKE AND SWEETS SHOW, FREDDIE WIMPOLES OPENS IN ST KILDA AND MISS SAIGON OPENS AT BOX HILL CENTRAL

May 30, 2016

CAKE BAKE SHOW IN SYDNEY 3-5 JUNE Sticky fingers, sugar highs and defying gravity bakes will be just a few of the highlights at the acclaimed Cake Bake and Sweets Show. Returning to Sydney’s Olympic...

VIVID SYDNEY LIGHTS UP THE CITY

May 30, 2016

Sydney, Australia is awash with colour until 18 June 2016 as the annual Vivid Sydney festival brightens things up. Projecting colourful art on the world-famous Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House...

NUTRI-BULLET GIVES FOR BREAST CANCER

May 29, 2016

Lifestyle

NutiBullet is making its mark this year by supporting life changing Breast Cancer research with a donation of $40,000 to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. To mark the occasion,...

SAKE FLINDERS LANE, YOUR NEW FAVOURITE NIGHT TIME HAUNT IN MELBOURNE

May 23, 2016

It might only be Monday but the countdown to the weekend has already started and we've got the latest and greatest place for you to head to once the clock ticks over to the end of your...

KEEPING YOUR EYES HEALTHY THIS WINTER WITH THE PERFECT SUNGLASSES

May 23, 2016

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Although we are approaching winter, it's important that we know that it's just as important to protect our eyes on a cold winter's day with the Best Daily Contact Lenses as much as those scorching sunny days...

NECTAR AND STONE POPS UP AT MELBA RESTAURANT AT THE LANGHAM FOR FOUR NIGHTS ONLY

May 16, 2016

Attention Sweet Lovers- Nectar and Stone Pops Up at Melba Restaurant at The Langham, Melbourne for just four nights only from Monday 23 May until Thursday 26 May. Over 320 000 loyal followers of Nectar and...

KMART LAUNCH THEIR NEW WINTER SEASONAL LIVING COLLECTION

May 15, 2016

Home, Interiors, Lifestyle

Kmart has launched their new Winter seasonal living collection bringing new designer living pieces for everyone. The carefully curated, locally designed collection of warm and textured winter living...

FOOD NEWS: SALLY’S GARDEN PARTY AT SAIGON SALLY AND A25 LAUNCHES SEXY PIZZA IN MELBOURNE’S CBD

May 11, 2016

SALLY'S GARDEN PARTY AT SAIGON SALLY Image by Simon Shiff Saigon Sally's head chef Adrian Li will host his very first vegetarian dinner, showcasing his passion for creativity, produce and Asian-inspired...

THE BEST OF GOOD BEER WEEK

May 10, 2016

Good Beer Week kicks off this Friday 13th of May celebrating all things Beer until Sunday 22nd of May. There are many events on but we've rounded up some highlights over the festival. HOTEL...

UNTZ UNTZ BRINGING 24 HOUR ENTERTAINMENT TO HAWTHORN

May 9, 2016

UNTZ UNTZ has hit Hawthorn bringing a new level of entertainment to Hawthorn. Formerly known as Cheers to Melbourne’s Gen X’s and Y’s) is now complete with Stage Two being HOLY MOLY (Pub...

KIEHL’S X GELATO MESSINA

April 29, 2016

Beauty, Beauty Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

New York skincare brand, Kiehl’s Since 1851, recently launched two new natured-powered masques: Turmeric & Cranberry Seed Energizing Radiance Masque for supercharging skin with instant radiance and,...

WHERE TO TAKE YOUR MUM THIS MOTHER’S DAY

April 29, 2016

Not sure where to take your mum this Mother's Day? Here are some of our favourites that might help! SAIGON SALLY This Mother's Day, Saigon Sally invites you to bring mum and the...

FOOD NEWS: MR CLAWS POPS UP AT 131 SMITH STREET, CAFE DE LA VILLE OPENS IN SOUTH YARRA, LOLA BERRY & SALVATORE MALATESTA TO OPEN HAPPY PLACE

April 28, 2016

MR CLAWS POPS UP AT HUXTABLE With the recent closure of Huxtable, the venue is being used for a one day pop-up event on Saturday, 30 April. Mr Claws will be taking over the Huxtable kitchen, serving...

WIN TICKETS TO THIS YEAR’S MELBOURNE DOG LOVERS SHOW

April 27, 2016

For the fourth time, the award winning Melbourne Dog Lovers Show returns to the Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton from Friday 29 April to Sunday 1 May 2016. Building on last year’s record breaking...

MADAME FLAVOUR X ALEXIA PETSINIS, A BEAUTIFUL BLEND OF FLAVOUR AND ART

April 22, 2016

To celebrate Mother’s Day, Madame Flavour has created something special by releasing her first ever range of gift teas. The two limited-edition custom blends, Beautiful Breakfast and Lady Grey...

BRINGING BALLET TO FASHION WITH TUTU DU MONDE, OUR CHAT WITH FOUNDER ANDREA REMBECK

April 22, 2016

Lifestyle

Tutu du monde is such a wonderful brand – turning every little girl’s dream of being a ballerina! Tell us a bit about how you started the brand? Tutu du Monde began with my quest for a tutu for my own...

FEAST OF MERIT ROOFTOP, A WELCOME ADDITION HIGH ABOUT RICHMOND

Jason Scully

April 15, 2016

Feast of Merit takes its name from Naga culture in far North-eastern India. There, when someone acquires wealth, they choose to hold a festival, a Feast of Merit. The whole community including the poor and...

FOOD NEWS: SAKE FLINDERS LANE OPENS, 8BIT LAUNCH THE GALAGA, ROYAL STACKS OPENS IN BRUNSWICK WITH HALAL MENU

April 13, 2016

Sake Flinders Lane Opens this Friday The latest addition to the famed Saké Restaurant & Bar family opens at 11am this Friday, 15 April and the launch weekend promises to be a blast....

CHANDON BRINGS A SPLASH OF THE COUNTRY TO THE CITY AT THE EMERSON ROOFTOP

April 12, 2016

Domain Chandon is synonymous with bubbles and a beautiful winery in the Yarra Valley. Whilst we enjoy the bottles at home or out, how often do we get a taste of the winery in the city? You can with the Chandon...

FOOD NEWS: FREE COFFEE AT THE BARISTA-LESS CAFE & CHANDON IN THE CITY AT THE EMERSON ROOFTOP

April 7, 2016

BARISTA-LESS CAFE HITS SYDNEY AND MELBOURNE TO GIVE EVERYONE FREE COFFEE Launching in Sydney and Melbourne, experience Australia’s first Barista-less Cafe where, although barista-quality coffee is...

FOOD NEWS: GOOD BEER WEEK, +39 OPENS IN TOORAK, NEW SHANGHAI LAUNCHES SPECIAL MENU

April 5, 2016

GOOD BEER WEEK Brew lovers can celebrate their love at beer with the sixth annual Good beer Week, happening from May 13-22. The program is now live and features 270 events that will run across 150...

‘TO PARIS WITH LOVE’ CRISTINA RE’S NEW LIMITED EDITION HIGH TEA COLLECTION

April 4, 2016

Home, Lifestyle

Australian artist and designer Cristina Re, has released her limited edition, High Tea Collection “To Paris with Love”, an ode to her one of her favourite cities in the world. The teacup and...

THE BEST PLACE TO BE GREEN THIS YEAR IS AT MATCHA MYLKBAR. OUR Q&A WITH MATCHA MAIDEN

March 29, 2016

It might not be easy being green according to Kermit, but for the team behind one of our favourite speciality tea brands, Matcha Maiden, everything is green. The wonderful team behind the organic matcha green...

SPOIL YOURSELF WITH HIGH TEA AT THE LANGHAM

Caitlin Hughes

March 24, 2016

Situated in the heart of Melbourne, The Langham Hotel is well known for their decadent High Teas. Served in the quiet surroundings of the hotel’s Aria Bar and Lounge, this renowned pastry kitchen serves up...

MJR TOM, TAKING DINING TO NEW HEIGHTS ON SMITH STREET

Jason Scully

March 23, 2016

There are day time places and there are night time places, then we have places like Mjr Tom, which effortlessly combines the two. Mjr Tom, whose name pays homage to David Bowie's fictional astronaut has been...

HUNKY DORY SUPPORTS THE GOOD FRIDAY APPEAL

March 22, 2016

Our favourite fish and chips business, Hunky Dory Fish and Chips are avid supports of the Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal, but this year they’re stepping up their support by...

HOP TO IT THIS EASTER WITH SOME OF OUR CADBURY FAVOURITES

March 21, 2016

Easter is almost here and this year we're excited about the wonderful range of treats from one of our favourite chocolate makers, Cadbury. This year, Cadbury will again spread irrepressible joy...

OM NOM LAUNCHES A POP UP SHOP FILLED WITH SWEET TREATS FOR EASTER

March 18, 2016

To celebrate the arrival of Easter this year, Om Nom Kitchen & Dessert Bar will be opening a pop-up shop filled with delicious take-home treats, perfect for sharing with family and friends this...

HOUSE OF HOME POPS UP THIS WEEKEND BRINGING INTERIOR INSPO TO MELBOURNE

March 17, 2016

Event, Home, Interiors, Lifestyle

House of Home – Australia’s leading online destination for the best in furniture, homewares, building and renovating products is coming to life for an exclusive Pop Up event in Melbourne. From...

CHANDON SPARKLES THIS 2016 FORMULA 1 AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX

March 16, 2016

Chandon is igniting the spark at the 2016 Formula 1™ Rolex Australian Grand Prix, with the race marking the official launch of its partnership with the McLaren Honda Formula 1™ team. Led by British F1™...

GLAMOUR ON THE GRID WITH BRIT DAVIS, THE FACE OF THE 2016 AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX

March 15, 2016

Beauty, Event, Fashion, Features, Interviews, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Lifestyle

The 2016 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix hits Melbourne again this Thursday and this year, the official launch party, “Glamour On The Grid” (formerly known as GP@23 at Crown) is taking trackside...

FOOD NEWS: THE HOTEL WINDSOR’S AFTERNOON TEA FOR ALZHEIMER’S AUSTRALIA, ST ALI LIVE, MOUNTAIN GOAT MEET THE MAKER

March 14, 2016

THE HOTEL WINDSOR AFTERNOON TEA EVENT WITH ALZHEIMER'S AUSTRALIA The Hotel Windsor's upcoming Afternoon Tea event is a collaboration with Alzheimer's Australia Vic and Australian icon Ita Buttrose AO...

OFF RUNWAY FUN AT VAMFF

March 11, 2016

Event, Lifestyle, VAMFF

Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival (VAMFF) has been kicking fashion goals this week with beautiful fashion on the runway. Off the runway, several of the sponsors of the Fashion Festival are...

HÄAGAN DAZS POPS UP IN FEDERATION SQUARE, THE FIRST STOP IN AUSTRALIA

March 10, 2016

Häagen-Dazs is coming to Australia, setting up house at Federation Square in Melbourne’s CBD for five weeks from Friday 11 March, 2016. Häagen-Dazs House will be the only place in Australia where...

YELLOWGLEN TERRACE ADELAIDE CUP AMBASSADOR KATE ANDERSON TALKS BEAUTY, FASHION AND RACING

March 9, 2016

Beauty, Event, Fashion, Interviews, Interviews and What's In My Makeup Bag, Lifestyle

Congratulations on being the Yellowglen Terrace Adelaide Cup ambassador! What has it been like so far and what are you most looking forward to being ambassador? Thank you so much. I’m so...

505 WINE ROOM, THE PERFECT PLACE FOR WINE, FOOD AND RELAXATION

March 9, 2016

Looking for a winning wine bar in Toorak? Look no further than the new 505 Wine Room located on the corner of Williams and Malvern Roads. A relaxed yet sophisticated space offering local and...

TALBOT AVENUE, THE NEW NAME IN ACTIVEWEAR

March 7, 2016

Fashion, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Melbourne based activewear label Talbot Avenue has launched their second season featuring model and influencer Brooke Hogan. The range utilises bold palettes with blocked colour ways and the garments have...

ROOFTOP BREAKFAST AT ITS BEST AT SANTONI

March 4, 2016

Our affinity for alfresco dining knows no bounds and our hunger to find the best place to dine outside in gardens, sidewalks and rooftops means we're always on the look out for the next best place. Well, look...

MELBOURNE FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL 2016

March 3, 2016

The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival (MFWF), presented by Bank of Melbourne, returns for its 24th year on 4 March, 2016, with a 10 day program of culinary activities and delights. Celebrating the culinary...

HOUSE OF CRABS HITS THE SHORES OF ST KILDA

March 3, 2016

House of Crabs, the brand new seafood eatery sails into the Newmarket Hotel this Friday 4 March. It is a bibs on, eat with your hands, share-between-friends affair that pays tribute to...

FOOD NEWS: FEAST OF MERIT ROOFTOP BAR OPENS, GARDEN’S BY TWILIGHT, WINDSOR & CO. BLOCK PARTY

March 2, 2016

FEAST OF MERIT ROOFTOP BAR OPENS Image by Renee Stamatis Photography Iconic Richmond restaurant Feast of Merit has launched the ‘Feast of Merit Rooftop’, an intimate and secluded bar which...

LIFESTYLE NEWS: SQUARE MARKET POP-UP MARKET PLACE AT FED SQUARE AND STITCHES & CRAFT SHOW

February 29, 2016

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

SQUARE MARKET POP-UP MARKET FEDERATION SQUARE, MELBOURNE Global payments technology company Square has invited Melbourne’s favourite small business heroes to join it for Square Market,...

FOOD NEWS: BIGGIE SMALLS’ ORDERING APP, TOKYO TINA CELEBRATES ITS 1ST BIRTHDAY WITH FREE POKE, MARTINI IN A JAR WITH MELBOURNE MARTINI

February 26, 2016

BIGGIE SMALLS' ORDERING APP Shane Delia's Biggie Smalls is now even more available with the launch of the app for in-store pick up! It means you can order your favourite Biggie Smalls kebab as well...

HOW THE DAILY EDITED TURNED A LAWYER INTO AN ENTREPRENEUR, OUR CHAT WITH ALYCE TRAN

February 26, 2016

Face Behind The Space, Features, Lifestyle, People & Parties, Uncategorized

It's hard to believe that The Daily Edited (tde) has been only been around for five years. What started as an idea turned two lawyers (go to this web-site to get more info. on how they started, or you...

FAB FRIDAY NIGHT’S AT ADELPHI’S ROOFTOP POOL

February 25, 2016

For four fabulous Fridays, head up ten floors to Adelphi Hotel’s rooftop and enjoy poolside drinks at the end of the working week. From 5-8pm each Friday Melburnians can chase the last...

PICNIC FUN WITH THE PENINSULAR PICNIC

February 24, 2016

Get ready to raise your glass! The Peninsula Picnic is on again for 2016 with a stellar line up of wine-makers and distillers including Circe, Crittenden Estate, Montalto, Paringa Estate, and...

AN ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT SHINES BRIGHTLY ON ENTREPRENEURS’ ORGANIZATION

February 22, 2016

Event, Lifestyle, People & Parties

There are many interpretations of success. Some would say that earning lots of money is a hallmark of success but I have to say that after a long career in the corporate sector, for me there is more than...

WIN A DOUBLE PASS TO THE FROMAGE A TROIS CHEESE AND CIDER FESTIVAL

February 22, 2016

Melbourne's premier cheese and cider festival is on again Sunday 6 March 2016. Explore, drink, taste and discover cheese and cider at Fromage a Trois. Returning to the grounds of the historic Werribee...

FOOD NEWS: DUTCHESS MELBOURNE’S WHITE NIGHT SUPPER, AMARU OPENS IN ARMADALE, MEATMOTHER RELAUNCHED

February 19, 2016

DUTCHESS MELBOURNE'S WHITE NIGHT SUPPER Dutchess Melbourne is celebrating White Night with a special Supper on 20 February. With 10 percent of all sales going to White Ribbon Australia, the à la...

LIFESTYLE NEWS: WHITE NIGHT MELBOURNE AND LIFE INSTYLE SYDNEY

February 17, 2016

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Home, Lifestyle

WHITE NIGHT MELBOURNE 20 FEBRUARY 2016 White Night is on again providing a unique night of music, film, food, art and light to the Melbourne CBD. Starting at 7pm and finishing at 7am, White Night is...

BODHI & RIDE, FITNESS AND WELLNESS IN A PREMIUM STUDIO

February 16, 2016

Features, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Bodhi & Ride is set to transform the wellness and fitness landscape, opening a premium boutique in Port Melbourne featuring a spin chamber with weights and offering unparalleled full-body workouts on...

FOOD NEWS: SAN SEBASTIAN SUMMER FIESTA AT BAR NACIONAL, MR M TACO PARTY AT ST. ALI, SAKE FLINDERS LANE SET TO OPEN SOON

February 15, 2016

SAN SEBASTIAN SUMMER FIESTA AT BAR NACIONAL ON 25 FEBRUARY The San Sebastian Summer Fiesta is the perfect way to say adios to the end of summer with Bar Nacional's endless paella, sangria and pintxos,...

LAST MINUTE VALENTINE’S DAY DINING

February 10, 2016

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

If you haven't booked anywhere to take your Valentine day for lunch or dinner, we've pulled together some suggestions for you and your Valentine! MR MIYAGI Mr. Miyagi Valentine’s Day Menu...

VALENTINE’S DAY BEAUTY & LIFESTYLE GIFTS FOR HER

Whitney Lian

February 8, 2016

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Gift Guide, Lifestyle

Finding the perfect present can be difficult if your significant other is a beauty lover but you can’t tell the difference between a lipstick and a lip-gloss. But don’t worry, because we’ve got you...

VALENTINE’S DAY BEAUTY GIFT IDEAS FOR HIM

Whitney Lian

February 8, 2016

Beauty, Beauty News, Features, Gift Guide, Lifestyle

When it comes to buying a Valentine's present for the main man in your life, a beauty-related gift may not be the first thing that comes to mind but that’s definitely not to say that he wouldn’t love one....

THE TEMPLE HOUSE X AGENT PROVOCATEUR IN CHENGDU

February 5, 2016

Lifestyle, Travel

Chengdu luxury urban hotel The Temple House has teamed up with Luxury British lingerie retailer Agent Provocateur to launch two new Romantic Stay Packages, effective from February 8 to March 8...

LIFESTYLE NEWS: LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS, NATIONAL PISCO SOUR DAY, THE GREAT BRITAIN HOTEL’S NEW LOOK AND MILKSHAKES

February 4, 2016

LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS The Chinese New Year starts on 8 February and to celebrate, Melbourne is turning up the festive spirit with a few events on to celebrate the new Year of the...

EXCLUSIVE: GASTRONOMY IS FREEDOM FEAT. DIEGO MUNOZ PART 2 (WATCH)

February 1, 2016

Arts & Entertainment, Couturing TV, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Follow one of the best chef's in the world, Diego Munoz as he joins Lady Carolina to prepare for one of the most exciting events on the Melbourne culinary calendar, Good Food Month. Click here to watch...

THE YAK ALES MELBOURNE BARBEQUE FESTIVAL THIS SATURDAY 6 FEBRUARY

February 1, 2016

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

After the huge success of its inaugural year, The Yaks Melbourne Barbecue Festival will be held at Flemington Racecourse on Saturday 6 February 2016 for visitors to to eat barbecue and watch competitive...

WIN TICKETS TO THE ADVANCED SCREENINGS OF ZOOLANDER 2 AT HOYTS ON 5-7 FEBRUARY 2016

January 29, 2016

It's been almost fifteen years since the world was introduced to Blue Steel and Magnum and since then these looks have been synonymous with the one and only Derek Zoolander. When we left Derek...

EXCLUSIVE: GASTRONOMY IS FREEDOM FEAT. DIEGO MUNOZ PART 1 (WATCH)

January 29, 2016

Arts & Entertainment, Couturing TV, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

We take you behind the scenes with one of the world's best chefs, Diego Muñoz. Follow his journey as he prepared for Good Food Month in Melbourne where he appeared exclusively for Latin American restaurant...

FOOD NEWS: UP IN SMOKE OPENS IN FOOTSCRAY, EATALIANO BY PINO OPENS IN WINDSOR AND TOKYO TINA BRINGS BACK THE THUNDERCAT BUN

January 28, 2016

UP IN SMOKE OPENS IN FOOTSCRAY Image by RENEE STAMATIS PHOTOGRAPHY Footscray foodies are getting set to celebrate new Americana-style “Smoke Joint”, retail deli and beer garden Up in Smoke,...

GG RESTAURANT, ONE OF MELBOURNE’S BEST KEPT SECRETS

January 25, 2016

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gg is one of those places you don't want to tell people because you want to keep it for yourself. A hidden gem in East Melbourne, gg has flown under the radar since its opening but that hasn't meant that...

HOYTS LUX, THE PERFECT THING TO DO THIS SUMMER

January 22, 2016

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle

If you're looking for a place to chill this Summer then it's always great to take the time out and pop into the cinema to see a film. The lovely team at HOYTS are making that experience more lux with HOYTS...

ROYAL STACKS – SHAKING UP MELBOURNE’S BURGER SCENE

Whitney Lian

January 21, 2016

Dani Zeini has done it again with the exciting launch of Royal Stacks, a new burger joint that focuses on delicious fast food that is made with fresh, quality ingredients in a modern environment. Dani, who has...

COUTURING x THE UNIMPOSSIBLES: SHARING BALI

Catalina Miguel

January 20, 2016

The Unimpossibles X Couturing, Travel, Where To Stay

If you have been following my series on Bali you would know I spent twenty days exploring the island and it’s nearby counterparts in search of all of the best adventures. After day fifteen, although I had...

INTERVIEW WITH FOOD ENTREPRENEUR JAKE SMYTH

January 19, 2016

He's the man credited with shaking up the food scene in Sydney, so naturally we wanted to catch up with the enigmatic Jake Smyth to find out about his latest projects and what makes him...

BANGKOK NIGHTS, FINDING THE PERFECT PLACE TO STAY

Leeyong Soo

January 18, 2016

Lifestyle, Travel, Where To Stay

Whether as a destination in itself or a stopover en route to elsewhere, Bangkok is a city which attracts travellers from all over the world. Its extensive array of accommodation options make it a jetsetter's...

DINNER EN BLANC, THE MOST BEAUTIFUL DINNER IN THE SOCIAL CALENDAR

January 15, 2016

Global phenomenon Dîner en Blanc returns to Melbourne, where 1,500 diners will descend upon a secret location on Saturday 27 February 2016. The annual affair for the second year running promises an...

WHAT’S ON OFF-COURT DURING THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN

January 15, 2016

Event, Lifestyle

The 2016 Australian Open starts next Monday 18 January 2016 bringing the world's best tennis players to Melbourne to play for the coveted Asia Pacific Grand Slam. We've got it covered with what's happening...

THE PERFECT THURSDAY NIGHT SUMMER EVENT – SOUTH MELBOURNE NIGHT MARKET

Suzanna Zhang

January 14, 2016

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Warm summer nights - we love them because of the warm weather, the long nights but now there is another reason to love them more with the start of the South Melbourne night markets every Thursday until 10...

SO FRENCHY SO CHIC PRESENTED BY RENAULT BRINGS A HINT OF FRANCE TO OUR SHORES

January 14, 2016

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

So Frenchy So Chic 2016 brought a touch of France to Melbourne last weekend with the first session held in the beautiful grounds of Werribee Mansion. The festival, sponsored by Renault, fused French...

ST CLOUD – HAWTHORN’S FRESHEST VIETNAMESE EATERY

Amanda Wong

January 11, 2016

Vietnamese eating-house St Cloud has arrived in Hawthorn, offering honest food with a focus on locally sourced seasonal produce and fresh, modern flavours. Located on Burwood Road in Hawthorn, St Cloud’s...

ZUMBO MAKING DESSERT DISCO THE PLACE TO BE THIS SUMMER AT FANCY NANCE

January 8, 2016

Milk, milk, milk & figs Macaron king Adriano Zumbo is kicking things off in 2016 with some noise! Commencing mid-January, on Friday and Saturday evenings Zumbo will transform his South Yarra high tea...

PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO TO HOST A STAR STUDDED MARQUEE AT THE PORTSEA POLO

January 8, 2016

For those heading to the Jeep Portsea Polo this weekend keep your eyes peeled at the Peroni Nastro Azzurro marquee for a line up of stars expected for the day. As a major partner of the Portsea Polo,...

SO FRENCHY SO CHIC FESTIVAL – POP UP BRAID BAR BY KÉRASTASE

January 6, 2016

Arts & Entertainment, Beauty, Beauty Event, Lifestyle

So Frenchy So Chic presented by Renault kicks off this weekend starting off in Melbourne on Sunday 10 January 2016 and then travelling to Sydney the following week on Saturday 16 January 2016. Bringing one of...

SUNSET SOUNDS 2016 PRESENTED BY THE CITY OF STONNINGTON BRINGING LIVE MUSIC THIS JANUARY

January 6, 2016

This January, the City of Stonnington presents Sunset Sounds, a series of live Sunday evening live music across the City’s beautiful parks and gardens. The three events are free and will combine...

MET LENNY, THE MOST STYLISH SPEAKER ON THE MARKET

December 23, 2015

When it comes to speakers, it's hard to beat Elipson's new Lenny for function and design as many a home theater speaker guide list them in their list of the best speakers. Created in collaboration with...

SPLASH INTO SUMMER AT THE ADELPHI ROOFTOP POOL

December 21, 2015

Event, Lifestyle

The Adelphi Hotel’s Flinders Lane rooftop will host a pop-up poolside bar on Sunday afternoons through summer for the second year running. Until the end of February, Melburnians can...

LAST MINUTE BEAUTY & LIFESTYLE GIFT GUIDE

December 18, 2015

Beauty, Features, Lifestyle

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LAST MINUTE SHOPPING? EMPORIUM MELBOURNE ARE GIVING AWAY FREE PARKING TO HELP!

December 18, 2015

Event, Lifestyle

Pre-Christmas sales is one of the busiest seasons for retailers. It is expected to hit $46.8 billion this Christmas according to The Australian Retailers Association and Roy Morgan Research and in...

FRANKIE SAYS, THE NEWEST KID ON THE BLOCK IN ABBOTSFORD

December 18, 2015

Frankie Says is the latest venture from the masterminds that have bought us Hoy Pinoy, The Meatball Company and Cafe Italia. Frankie Says is one of the new additions to the burgeoning food scene in...

MR MIYAGI PRESENTS YUKIE’S SNACK BAR

December 15, 2015

Mr. Miyagi’s highly anticipated expansion into its neighbouring Chapel Street space will be unveiled on Tuesday 15th December; aptly named after his mistress, Yukie’s Snack Bar. The...

BEST PLACES IN MELBOURNE FOR CHRISTMAS LUNCH

December 14, 2015

Not everyone has the time or the inclination to put on a feast on Christmas day so we've put together some helpful suggestions for those that are looking to have someone else cater their Christmas feast for...

8BIT OPENS IN MELBOURNE CBD

December 11, 2015

Footscray’s most iconic burger, shake, fries and hotdog haunt 8bit, will get it’s grill on at a new CBD location opening today at 231 Swanston Street Melbourne. Brought to you by notable chef...

BIGGIE SMALLS OPENS TODAY SERVING THE BEST KBABS IN TOWN, WE CHAT WITH FOUNDER SHANE DELIA

December 10, 2015

Chef Shane Delia is one very busy man. From fronting his fantastic food and cooking show on SBS, Spice Journey, to managing one of Melbourne's favourite restaurants, Maha, Shane has had the time to open up...

LEARN HOW TO DO BUSY BETTER WITH OFFICEWORKS

Paige Richards

December 10, 2015

Features, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

At this busy time of year, it's easy to become overwhelmed with the amount of work that needs to be completed before the holidays. Luckily, Productivity Expert Michelle McQuaid has partnered with Officeworks...

CLOUD ST POP UP – BRINGING ONLINE STORES TO LIFE

December 9, 2015

Beauty, Lifestyle, News

This Christmas, as retailers and consumers count down to one of the busiest times of the year, Cloud St store will pop-up on Little Collins St, Melbourne bringing small businesses to life. Powered...

SCHMUCKS BAGELS – DELIVERED WITH A CHEEKY SCHMIRK

Amanda Wong

December 8, 2015

For bagels that really take it to the next level, look no further than Melbourne’s Schmucks Bagels. Schmucks is a tribute to founder and owner Jeremy Marmur’s Jewish heritage, offering distinctly European...

THE PERFECT SUMMER EXPERIENCE – THE ROYAL CROQUET CLUB IS BACK IN MELBOURNE FROM 10 DECEMBER 2015

December 7, 2015

The Royal Croquet Club (RCC) is back this December bringing food, fun and croquet to Melbourne from 10 December until 20 December at Birrarung Marr by the banks of the Yarra! For anyone who went...

FOOD NEWS: ST KILDA BURGER BAR ICE CREAM SANDWICH, FEAST OF MERIT OPENS ROOFTOP DINING AND THE FLYING DUCK FLIES AGAIN

December 4, 2015

ST KILDA BURGER BAR ICE CREAM SANDWICH Transport yourself back to your childhood with Ice cream sandwiches. Ice-cream lathered between two chewy biscuits or heaped between a buttery brioche...

HONG KONG HIGHS AT CAFE GRAY DELUXE

December 3, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Travel

In every city there are always the "must do" and "must see" places. In Hong Kong, one of my "must do" places is Cafe Gray Deluxe at The Upper House hotel on Hong Kong island. Located on the top level of The...

FOOD NEWS: STH CENTRAL BY TOMMY COLLINS, SAIGON SALLY’S BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH AND LOT 1

December 2, 2015

STH CENTRAL SET TO OPEN IN SOUTH YARRA Trendy South Yarra is about to lay claim to a new hip local eatery, with the launch of dining and social venue, Sth Central, set to open in Yarra Street in...

HOT SAUCE HAS A NEW NAME – DIEMEN’S

December 1, 2015

Hot sauce has a new name. You can fire up your meal with Diemen, a new hot sauce range that will get the taste buds hopping! Spice up your life and take even the most basic dishes from mundane to...

NGV MELBOURNE WINTER MASTERPIECES 2016 ANNOUNCEMENT – DEGAS: A NEW VISION

Caitlin Hughes

November 29, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) this morning made the announcement for the Melbourne Winter Masterpieces 2016 collection. The upcoming exhibition entitled ‘Degas: A New Vision’ will feature over two...

THE AUBURN HOTEL – HAWTHORN’S NEWEST GASTROPUB

Amanda Wong

November 27, 2015