Lifestyle

November 14, 2014

Jennifer Hawkins sizzles for Mount Franklin Sparkling This summer, Australia’s darling Jennifer Hawkins brings a fizz of fashion to ‘Mount Franklin’ Lightly Sparkling with the release of the Summer...

GET YOUR ASIAN HAWKER MARKET EXPERIENCE AT THE NIGHT NOODLE MARKET

November 13, 2014

Friday marks the start of 16 days of food fun by the banks of the Yarra! Starting on the 14th of November, Melbournians will flock to the Night Noodle Market at its new home at Birrarung Marr, where...

PAUL LOUIS TURNS PINK THIS SPRING

November 12, 2014

It’s French. It’s Bubbly & now it’s PINK for a limited time only One of our favourite French bubblies has turned Pink, for a limited time only this Spring. The Paul Louis Limited Edition Pink...

GET IMMERSED IN LOCAL ART AT ART + MEL

November 10, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

Melbournians are invited to experience ART+MEL, an immersive two day art event without the white walls on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 November 2014. Presented by Redbubble, Australia’s finest online...

THE 3 THINGS EVERY WOMAN NEEDS IN HER WARDROBE

November 9, 2014

Features, Home, Interiors, Lifestyle

When curating the ultimate wardrobe, every woman needs an It-bag, It-dress and It piece of jewellery. They are the things that make you feel special every time you wear them or take them out. We have applied...

CELEBRATE SPRING WITH FEAST OF MERIT

November 7, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

There is no two ways about it. Melbourne is a food obsessed city. Diners are prepared to wait up to 2 hours to get their hands on a meal from some of the hottest places in town. Since it opened earlier this...

JOIE DE VIVRE AT THE PARIS TO PROVENCE FESTIVAL

November 7, 2014

Event, Features, Lifestyle

Experience a bit of France at the Président Cheese Paris to Provence Festival over three big days, 21-23 November 2014 at Como House and Gardens South Yarra. The extravagant Président Cheese Paris to...

SHAKE UP YOUR DIET WITH BOOST AND GRILL’D

November 6, 2014

BOOST JUICE SHAKES THINGS UP FOR CHARITY WITH CELEBRITY SMOOTHIE RANGE Boost Juice has partnered with four loved Australian celebrities to launch a limited edition range of smoothies and juices just in time...

WIN A TASTE OF MELBOURNE

November 3, 2014

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Fancy yourself a foodie? Then we have just the giveaway for you. We've got a double pass to giveaway to this year's Taste of Melbourne food festival which will be held from Thursday the 13th to Sunday the 16th...

WIN A TRIP TO DUBAI

October 31, 2014

Features, Lifestyle, Travel

We are excited to announce that Couturing will be traveling to Dubai in December as part of Nuffnang’s Bloggerati getaway to experience first-hand, the wonders of this dynamic city. Not only...

GET YOUR FLING ON AT FLEMINGTON

October 31, 2014

Heading to Flemington for Melbourne Cup Carnival? Make sure you make a pitstop at the ultimate trackside location, the Schweppes Flemington Fling Bar, for bespoke cocktails and music by Australia’s top...

NOT GOING TO THE RACES? OUR TOP FOOD & DRINK PICKS FOR THIS WEEKEND

October 31, 2014

Not going to the races this weekend? Don't fret, you can enjoy the fun atmosphere at our top picks this weekend. Italian favourites at La Svolta Authentic Italian favourite, La Svolta is getting into...

FIVE GO TO EVENTS FOR GOOD FOOD MONTH

Stephanie Mikkelsen

October 31, 2014

It’s that time of year again. Prepare to gorge, graze and guzzle Melbourne, The Age Good Food Month is kicking off. Following the success of last year’s gastronomic venture, November will see a...

MORE THAN JUST FASHION AND CELEBRITIES IN THE BIRDCAGE

October 30, 2014

The Birdcage. Synonymous with fashion, beauty and celebrities during Melbourne Cup Carnival, the various marquees in this sanctuary play host to not only those that are best dressed, but feature the best food...

VEUVE CLICQUOT AIRSTREAM POPS INTO SUMMER

October 29, 2014

Event, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

This month, the Veuve Clicquot Airstream rolls into summer, bringing with it Clicquot’s unique combination of luxury, food and design. The pop-up diner has kick-started parties all over the world, and, this...

MOSSGREEN CELEBRATES 10 YEARS WITH A SPRING PARTY

Jemma O'Connor

October 28, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, People & Parties

Mossgreen’s Spring Party, in celebration of the gallery and auction house’s 10 year anniversary promised to be a lavish affair and it certainly didn’t disappoint. Having spent the afternoon with a...

DO AS THE ROMANS DO – SOGNI d’ORO APERITIVO DANZANTE ACT I

October 27, 2014

Image by APL Photography Two Italian Boys launched their 2013 Vintage Prosecco at a stunning food event at Brunetti's in Carlton featuring beautiful Italian food and drink. The night, called Sogni d'Oro...

THE MUST VISIT EVENT FOR FOODIES

James Ross

October 27, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle

What is the taste of Melbourne? Whether it’s the tang of Pedro Ximenez Sherry in Movida’s signature Slow Braised Beef Cheeks, the sweet/salty combination of Burch & Purchese’s Salted Caramel Tartlet,...

PREPARATION AND RECOVERY, YOUR SPRING RACING MUST-HAVES

October 27, 2014

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

With only a few days to go until the Melbourne Cup Carnival, you might have your outfits planned but have you got your health sorted? We've pulled together a list of must-have items for your Spring Racing day...

9 TIPS TO TRAVEL LIKE A MODERN FASHIONISTA

Joanna Zhang

October 25, 2014

Features, Lifestyle, To-Do List, Travel, Where To Stay

Going travelling soon? Although some tips will have you dining at the best hidden spots in your favourite city, some tips for the modern age are rarely shared and can save your trip (and your wallet). If...

THE SPRING MENU YOU NEED TO TRY

October 24, 2014

Cecconi's is a name synonymous with beautiful food and it's no wonder why the restaurant continues to be one of Melbourne's best places to dine. Consistently beautiful dishes, using the finest ingredients, and...

HOW TO GET LEGS LIKE MARGOT

Stephanie Mikkelsen

October 24, 2014

Features, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Just because you’ve never dreamed of jeté-ing across a stage as Odette or Giselle, doesn’t mean you can’t look like you could. For her performance as a ballerina in Black Swan, Natalie Portman...

YOUR NEW FAVOURITE HIDDEN OASIS

Georgia Walsh

October 24, 2014

Event, Features, Food & Drink

Marlborough wine label, Stoneleigh, has launched a hidden oasis in the heart of Fitzroy Street St Kilda, just in time for the warmer weather. Bringing the spirit of New Zealand to inner Melbourne,...

HOW YOU CAN MAKE THE PERFECT COFFEE

October 21, 2014

Making the perfect coffee is more than just filling up a basket, placing it into a machine and adding milk. The refined art that baristas do on a day to day basis is something I never really appreciated until...

YELLOWGLEN BRINGS SPRING RACING TO SYDNEY

October 19, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Yellowglen are enlisting the help of ambassador Samantha Wills to bring a little Melbourne Spring Racing excitement to Sydney. To celebrate the race that stops a nation, the prestigious Melbourne Cup,...

INTRODUCING: YOUR NEW FAVOURITE GADGETS

Thom Whilton

October 15, 2014

Features, Home, Lifestyle

"These are the ultimate home entertainment devices." - Ashton Kutcher at the 2014 Lenovo Product Launch in London. Lenovo is the global #1 with over 20% market share, dominating the competition and selling...

ENJOY A TASTE OF ITALY AT LA DOMENICA ITALIANA

October 15, 2014

If you are a lover of Italian food, then you can't miss out on Itali.co's La Domenica Italiana. Italian for The Italy Sunday, La Domenica Italiana brings the spirit and culture of Italy to...

MOJO WINEMAKERS LAUNCH STUDIO MOJO AND CELEBRATE AT THE MELBOURNE FESTIVAL

October 13, 2014

MOJO Winemakers have launched its new look wines with the launch of Studio MOJO, a special collaboration with local Australian artists. MOJO Winemakers engaged artists Ghost Patrol, Kirra Jamison, Barbara...

NO TIME FOR A HOLIDAY? WHY NOT TAKE A STAYCATION

October 12, 2014

Features, Lifestyle, Where To Stay

During the first half of the year, the abundance of public holidays can help us make it through the seemingly never-ending work weeks. However, after the Queen's Birthday holiday in June, the public holidays...

THE KITCHEN COLLECTIVE POPS UP AT THE ADELPHI HOTEL

October 10, 2014

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

It's safe to say, Melbourne is a city of foodies. Willing to wait for up to two hours to eat at some of the hottest dining spots in town, whether it's Italian, Japanese or Spanish food, Melburnians love it...

LAST CHANCE TO ENTER THE 2015 GOLDEN PLAINS FESTIVAL BALLOT

Amanda Wong

October 10, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

DON'T MISS OUT! The Ballot for Golden Plains 2015 closes this Monday 13 October 2014 at 9.09am. Now in its ninth year, Golden Plains 2015 will be held on March 7-9 2015. Set up and run by “Aunty...

CELEBRATE SPRING RACING AT CIRCA

October 9, 2014

The running of the final horse at this year's Melbourne Cup and Oaks Day will not mark the end of the celebrations for the day, with the Spring Racing party set to kick on at the official Winners Circle Spring...

SNAPPLE HITS OUR SHORES FOR A DELICIOUS DRINK

October 8, 2014

For years we have seen this humble drink on our TV and Movie screens and only tasted it when overseas. Well no more Australia! Right now Snapple, the premium iced tea brand has arrived in...

ESCAPE ROOMS – THE NEW THRILL

Thom Whilton

October 7, 2014

Is this you? + Fan of horror movies, murder mysteries, crime fiction or puzzles? + You enjoy a challenge under pressure? + You want an experience unlike any other? If you said yes to one of the...

TARGET AUSTRALIA X MISSONI LAUNCHES THIS WEDNESDAY 8 OCTOBER

October 7, 2014

Fashion, Lifestyle

Target Australia has partnered with iconic Italian design house, Missoni, to deliver its biggest-ever designer collaboration to Australian stores on October 8, 2014. An iconic fashion and lifestyle brand,...

INDEPENDENT INDONESIA

October 7, 2014

As part of my travels over in the Southern Hemisphere and keen to get some sunshine before heading back to a UK winter (double winter yes) I booked a couple of bargain flights over to Bali for a ten week break...

GIVEAWAY: GET YOUR SUMMER BODY READY WITH NIKE

October 6, 2014

Features, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Let's face it, in the depths of winter, it's too easy to roll over and press snooze when your alarm goes off for that early morning workout. Now the weather has gotten warmer and beach season seems to be...

2014 MELBOURNE FESTIVAL FOOD & WINE

October 5, 2014

The Melbourne Festival kicks off this week and along with the various Arts and Music activities, foodies are also spoilt for choice when it comes to the festival. The Foxtel Festival Hub will be located...

JARDAN LAUNCHES IN MELBOURNE

October 3, 2014

Features, Home, Interiors, Lifestyle

Located in the heart of Melbourne’s chic interior district, Jardan has staked its claim on our city’s design loving community launching its first flagship store on 25 September 2014. Set over 800...

GOING TO THE DEEP SOUTH WITH BAR SCHWEPPES

October 3, 2014

Bar Schweppes returns to Flemington's Birdcage Enclosure for the Melbourne Cup Carnival on Saturday 1 November 2014, AAMI Victoria Derby Day. This year, Bar Schweppes takes its inspiration from one of the...

TOBY’S ESTATE HITS THE MELBOURNE FESTIVAL WITH A SHOT OR TWO OF COFFEE

October 3, 2014

Toby's Estate hits the Melbourne Festival as the exclusive coffee sponsor of the 29th annual Festival, to be held from October 10-26. As Melbourne's CBD transforms into a celebration of all things arts,...

TOP HEN’S PARTY IDEAS

October 3, 2014

Love is in the air in Spring and that means lots of weddings in Spring too! For many Brides, the focus (and stress) is on the big day, however for Bridesmaids and friends of the Bride, the focus is on the...

CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL COFFEE DAY

September 29, 2014

As you all might know by now, I love coffee and reading about it on dailyespresso.co.uk to keep up with its latest trends. But when I read that officially, Australians love coffee; it was hard to believe at...

THE EMERSON TURNS 1 WITH A BIG CELEBRATION

September 26, 2014

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, People & Parties

Melbourne's hotspot, The Emerson turned 1 last week and celebrated the momentous occasion with a huge birthday celebration across the multi-level complex. The celebrations featured delicious sparkling from...

BROWN BROTHERS SPARKLING MASTERCLASS AT FATTO BAR AND CANTINA

Georgia Walsh

September 26, 2014

There is a lot to learn about Sparkling wine. More than I had anticipated after spending a lovely Spring morning learning from the best at the Brown Brothers Sparkling Masterclass held at Fatto Bar and...

FOCUS ON FOOD AT THE CROWN GOLDEN ALE CAULFIELD CUP CARNIVAL

September 24, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Spring Racing

Beauties will line up for the fashion on the fields but foodies like myself will be lining up for some of the finest food in Melbourne during the Crown Golden Ale Caulfield Cup Carnival. I can attest that...

ESCAPE INTO BRILLIANT TRACES

Paige Richards

September 24, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

As part of the Melbourne Fringe Festival, new theatre group Humanitas Howl bring their debut play Cindy Lou Johnson’s Brilliant Traces to the stage. Straight from New York City, and enjoying a full...

TEA IS NOT JUST FOR DRINKING WITH TWININGS

September 23, 2014

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Twinings is hosting a dinner on Monday event (September 29) alongside Gourmet Traveller to launch two new blends as a part of their infusions range – Orange & Cinnamon and Camomile & Spiced...

THE 2014 LAVAZZA ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL BRINGS A TASTE OF MEDITERRANEAN TO OUR SCREENS

September 15, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

The 2014 Lavazza Italian Film Festival kicks of this week bringing a touch of the Mediterranean to your closest Palace Cinema screens until October. The Festival's 15th annual outing will screen 33...

NEWS: THE EMERSON TURNS 1, HAMMER & TONG’S FOOD TRUCK AND IL FORNO OPENS IN SOUTH YARRA

September 15, 2014

The Emerson turns 1 The Emerson is celebrating its 1st Birthday this Friday 19 September and is celebrating this momentous occasion with a big birthday bash. Starting at 6:30pm, the Birthday...

REKORDERLIG CIDES PRESENTS SOUNDS IN THE SNOW AT THREDBO

September 11, 2014

Rekorderlig Cider has announced that electro band PANAMA will be the headline act at Sounds in the Snow, an exclusive alpine music experience held in Thredbo from 2pm on Saturday September 13th,...

CELEBRATE WORLD CHOCOLATE DAY WITH CADBURY

September 11, 2014

In case you didn't know, September 13 is World Chocolate Day. A day for chocolate you say? Well everyday is chocolate day for me but a world wide celebration for chocolate seems appropriate given the joy it...

A WEEKEND IN THE TASMANIAN OUTDOORS

Maddison Capuano

September 11, 2014

A weekend in Hobart is best spent outside the city limits. Sure, MONA is fantastic and Salamanca Place well worth the trip. But if you have just two days to spend in this gem of Australia’s south, rent a...

WELCOME SUMMER WITH VODKA O

September 10, 2014

This season VODKA O introduces your newest summer companion, their latest range of naturally crafted, premixed Vodka cocktails. Combining pure VODKA O carbonated filtered water, real fruit juices, fruit purees...

BEAUTY TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Bianca Bartolo

September 10, 2014

Beauty, Features, Lifestyle, Products, Skincare and Haircare, Street Haus x Couturing, Travel

Anorkelling off the beach at Gili island, sailing the picturesque coastline of Croatia or tearing up the snow on the alps in northern Italy. For those of us lucky enough to be able to do some of these things...

VINO PARADISO – A WINE LOVER’S PARADISE

September 8, 2014

Calling all Sydney Wine Lovers! Vino Paradiso begins on 31 October with a three-day event taking place at the Australian Technology Park, providing an unparalleled opportunity for Australian wine and food...

ITALI.CO A HIDDEN ITALIAN GEM

September 7, 2014

I love Pizza and it gives me so much pleasure to eat it. So when I discover another place in Melbourne where I know I will get good pizza is something of a God send. Itali.Co is a beautiful restaurant...

LAST MINUTE GIFT IDEAS FOR FATHER’S DAY

September 5, 2014

Gift Guide, Lifestyle, Men

Haven't found a gift for Dad yet? We're here to help with our last minute gift ideas for Dad. Lavazza EspressGo machine $199 The compact and sleek device works with 12V power supply,...

JOHN WALKER AND SONS CELEBRATE THE DIAMOND JUBILEE SCOTCH WHISKY

September 4, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, People & Parties

In a world first, John Walker and Sons, unlocked the liquefied brilliance of its Diamond Jubilee Scotch Whisky at a special event last week, at the Sydney Opera House. No stone was left unturned in the...

TYRRELLS CRISPS HITS OUR SHORES WITH A BIT OF ENGLAND

September 2, 2014

Beauty Team Diary, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Tantalising tastebuds down under, Englishly good. The apt description of the new brand of chips that have hit our shores. Tyrrells Crisps are saying G'day to Australia by bringing their delicious...

FIND THE PERFECT GIFT FOR DAD THIS FATHER’S DAY

August 31, 2014

Gift Guide, Lifestyle

Father's Day is upon us again this year (it's next Sunday if you haven't received the memo) and if you're in a conundrum as to what to get Dad, we've made it easy for you and selected some of our favourite...

LOVE/HATE – THE DESTINATION BRAND FOR FASHION AND LIFESTYLE

August 29, 2014

Face Behind The Space, Lifestyle

Love/Hate, is a brand that is definitely more about Love than Hate. The Melbourne based design label was founded in 2003 originally producing jewellery and extending into homewares, clothing, shoes,...

QV BUILDS A FOREST SANCTUARY IN THE MELBOURNE CBD

August 29, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Events and Runways, Fashion, News, News, People & Parties

In a Melbourne first, QV Melbourne, has stayed true to its unique and eclectic style by building the QV Melbourne Hideaway – an enchanting woodland sanctuary complete with lofty trees, vibrant tulips, an...

MERCEDES-BENZ MELBOURNE LAUNCHES THE NEW C-CLASS WITH STYLE

August 27, 2014

Lifestyle, People & Parties

Mercedes-Benz Melbourne launched the new C-Class model in style with a soiree in the basement of Circa, The Prince to celebrate the new level of modern luxury. The new C-Class takes luxury cars to a new...

GET READY FOR SUMMER WITH REKORDERLIG

August 27, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, News, Recipes

The warmer weather is just around the corner, and Rekorderlig have their newest cider flavour just in time to help you celebrate. An Australian favourite, the pomegranate has become commonplace in many...

GOURMET JAMS NO LONGER FOR THE SWEET TOOTH WITH SPOONFED FOODS

August 25, 2014

Forget the usual condiments at a typical Australian bbq - tomato sauce, mustard and relish. Welcome to the new taste sensation of savoury jams that are now becoming popular additions to the Aussie dining...

CURTIS STONE X TARGET COLLABORATION

August 18, 2014

If you can't get enough of Australian celebrity chef, Curtis Stone, then make sure you check out the new range of affordable kitchenware he has designed as part of Target's 'Designers for Target' program....

WHAT DO YOU CALL SOMEONE WHO COLLECTS HOTEL STAYS?

August 14, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, In Your Hood, Lifestyle, Travel, Where To Stay

What do you call someone who collects hotel stays? "Very welcome" according to Art Series Hotel Group CEO Will Deague. The Art Series Hotels have developed a reputation as some of the most vibrant places to...

MAGIMIX IT WITH CHEF ADRIAN RICHARDSON

August 13, 2014

Celebrated Australian Chef, Adrian Richardson, recently helped to launch the new Patissier Multifunction Processor by Magimix with the help of TV food celebrity Maeve O'Mara in Sydney. The new Patissier...

RETRO RELAXING ON THE GOLD COAST

August 13, 2014

Recovery firmly under our belts, the next stop on our travels was the surf town of Coolangatta, a chilled out beach town brimming with surf beaches and upcoming cafes. The perfect spot to relax. Hotel Komune...

SPLENDOUR SHINES FOR 2014

August 12, 2014

Known as the Australian version of Glastonbury, heading to Byron Bay for Splendour in the Grass was the only option for this festival lovin’ gal. Escaping the cold of Melbourne, Splendour in the Grass...

WINTER SUN AND SURF – BYRON BAY

August 11, 2014

Byron Bay was originally a village until 1963 until surfers discovered the seven beachfronts along the most eastern stretch of Australia. Over the past few years Byron has become a hub for surfers, creatives...

YGAP PUT THE SPOTLIGHT ON CHILD ABUSE WITH THEIR POLISHED MAN CAMPAIGN

August 11, 2014

It can be distressing to hear that 1 in 5 children globally experience violence before the age of 18 and that’s why YGap have devised their “Polished Man” campaign to drive awareness and fundraising. In...

VEUVE CLICQUOT WINTER PARTY

August 11, 2014

Winter came alive last Friday at The Emerson rooftop with the Veuve Clicquot Winter Party, a party held to celebrate all things Veuve Clicquot and all things winter. Bringing a bit of glamour to Melbourne,...

THE FEEL GOOD FACTOR WITH PASSION AND SUPPORT AT KAYA HEALTH CLUB

August 8, 2014

Face Behind The Space, Lifestyle

Kaya Health Club guarantees the feel good factor giving visitors passion and support on their health and wellness journeys, through a combination of mind and body classes and therapies. Kaya was started...

PALM BEACH COLLECTION LAUNCHES LATEST COLLABORATIONS

August 8, 2014

Home, Interiors, Lifestyle

After the success of their recent collaboration with The Lust List, Palm Beach Collection have once again teamed up with talented illustrator Sally Spratt to launch their latest scented candle Black Rose. A...

MEET YOUR MAKER AT HAMMER & TONG

August 7, 2014

The Meet your Maker event is happening again at Hammer & Tong on Tuesday 12 August where food meets wine meets wine maker. The event features four of Victoria's finest winemakers who will host a four...

LIFE’S SHORT. EAT DESSERT FIRST (AT OM NOM)

August 5, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Travel, Where To Stay

When I’m considering where to eat, how good the dessert is, is often the deciding factor. When I heard that the Adelphi Hotel was home to a restaurant which focused on desserts, l couldn’t get my...

SPAIN’S REBEL REGIONS PART 2: CATALONIA

Aleczander Gamboa

August 4, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Travel, Where To Stay

I spent Spring travelling around the north and east coast of Spain. It was my first time in the country, and like many tourists, my romantic notions sprang from a combination of home-made sangria and close...

THE WORLD OF FRAGRANCES CAPTURED IN WAX – MAISON BALZAC ON THE ART OF CANDLES

August 4, 2014

Face Behind The Space, Home, Interiors, Lifestyle

Crème De La Crème is French for best of the best, which makes it a fitting name for Maison Balzac's latest venture, a luxurious cream, inspired by memories from the South of France. The brainchild of Elise...

ADVANCED STYLE AT MIFF

Maddison Capuano

July 29, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

The 2014 Melbourne International Film Festival kicks off on Thursday 31 July, and brings with it a swag of brilliant and beautiful features, documentaries and shorts from Australia and around the world. Among...

UNDER THE BIG TOP AT LE GRAND CIRQUE WITH RENAULT AMBASSADOR, MANU FEILDEL

July 28, 2014

It's not often I'm left speechless after meeting someone, but this is what happened to me when I met renowned chef and TV personality Manu Feildel at a special event held at his hot new Melbourne restaurant,...

SIMMONE LOGUE’S VANILLA CUPCAKES

July 24, 2014

We recently featured an interview with the wonderful and inspirational Simmone Logue, the founder of Simmone Logue Fine Foods . We asked Simmone to share one of her favourite recipes and here below is the...

GODS, HUMAN SACRIFICE AND ART – THE #AZTECSMELBOURNE EXHIBITION HAS IT ALL

July 22, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

Discover the exciting and tragic story of the Aztec civilisation at Melbourne Museum this Winter. The temporary exhibition is currently showcasing over 200 cultural treasures that have come from some of...

SPAIN’S REBEL REGIONS PART 1: BASQUE COUNTRY

Aleczander Gamboa

July 21, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Travel, Where To Stay

I spent Spring travelling around the north and east coast of Spain. It was my first time in the country, and like many tourists, my deluded romantic notions sprang from a combination of home-made sangria and...

FOOD INSPIRATION WITH SIMMONE LOGUE

July 18, 2014

Simmon Logue has been in the food industry for over 16 years and is the creator of Simmone Logue Fine Food Company, a company that has two stores in Sydney and provides exquisite catering for some of...

LOOKING AT THE GLASS HALF FULL

July 17, 2014

It's easy to get caught up in the daily grind, and let life's daily stresses get the better of you. When you feel overwhelmed or simply are just having a bad day, the National Mind Shift Self Esteem...

SUPPORTING SPRING FLING FESTIVAL

July 16, 2014

Spring Fling Festival is a highlight of North Melbourne's Spring/Summer calendar and this year looks set to be bigger than ever! Into it's 37th year, the Spring Fling runs on the support of the local...

A TASTE OF WINTER WE CAN ALL EMBRACE – LUNA NIGHT MARKET

July 15, 2014

Ok, hands up who hasn't quite got over the fact that summer seem to come and go in the blink of an eye, coupled with the fact we can no longer spend every Wednesday evening hanging out with friends and a...

MASTERING ITALIAN FOOD WITH OLIMPIA BORTOLOTTO FROM CECCONI’S FLINDERS LANE

July 14, 2014

When it comes to Italian cooking, it's good to learn from the best. And who better to learn from, than one of the best in the business, Olimpia Bortolotto, matriarch of one of Melbourne's best Italian...

A TOUCH OF EUROPEAN NIGHTLIFE AT MADAME BRUSSELS LANE

July 13, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, In Your Hood, Lifestyle, To-Do List

While a night in on the couch in front of the heater after a long week at work might sound like a tempting offer in the middle of winter, Madame Brussel's Lane is bringing the spirit of a European night market...

CELEBRATING BASTILLE DAY WITH OUR FAVOURITE CHAMPAGNES

July 11, 2014

Bastille Day is France's National Day that marks the day since the end of the French revolution. Around the world people celebrate this day with a bounty of French delights including one of France's...

MASTERCHEF STAR SAM GANT TALKS TRUFFLES AHEAD OF TRUFFLE MELBOURNE

July 11, 2014

This weekend, Melbourne truffle lovers will descend on Caulfield Racecourse to celebrate all things truffle related at the inaugural Truffle Melbourne. The two day event will showcase Truffle providores as...

GET YOUR PALETTE READY FOR THE ALBERT PARK HOTEL OYSTER FRENZY

July 10, 2014

Lovers of oysters rejoice. The Albert Park Hotel's annual Oyster Frenzy is back by popular demand. Prime oyster season means now's the perfect time to challenge yourself to see how many oysters you can...

LUCY LIU KITCHEN AND BAR – MELBOURNE’S NEWEST CULINARY DESTINATION

July 10, 2014

Melbourne! Get ready for another culinary destination with the launch of Lucy Liu Kitchen and Bar! The new restaurant is the brainchild of chefs Michael Lambie (The Smith), Zac Cribbes and Scott Borg and will...

YGAP CLOSES 5 CENT CAMPAIGN WITH A BANG

July 9, 2014

Event, Lifestyle, People & Parties

After attending the launch of Ygap’s 5 cent campaign Couturing have been closely following their progress and although final numbers are still being calculated, YGap announced on Thursday night that their 5...

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT TRUFFLES WITH TRUFFLE MELBOURNE FOUNDER NIGEL WOOD

July 9, 2014

Truffles are hot in the world of food this Winter. Many of us aren't au fait with the intricacies of this delicacy so we sat down with Nigel Wood, the founder and creator of Truffle Melbourne, happening...

WARM UP THIS WINTER AT MAX BRENNER

July 8, 2014

There is nothing better than a warm chocolate dessert or drink this Winter and you can get both a Australia's leading chocolate-based café, Max Brenner Chocolate Bar. This Winter, Max Brenner is...

CHAMPAGNE – LIFE’S SPARKLING!

July 7, 2014