SUMMERTIME SMILES WITH SOMETHING SWEET – OUR FAVOURITE GELATO AND ICE CREAM BARS

Katherine Ng

March 2, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first. - Ernestine Ulmer Summer isn't over just yet so with a few warm days to come there is still plenty of time to enjoy tasty delights from some of our favourite ice cream...

SCREEN MY SHORTS COMPETITION – PROJECT HOMELESS

Maddison Capuano

February 27, 2014

Event, Lifestyle

Project Homeless is a joint Screen My Shorts Australia and Parramatta City Council initiative designed to raise awareness of one of the most crippling issues plaguing society: homelessness. Homelessness is...

SUPERGRAPH – A GRAPHIC ART FAIR DEBUT

Heather Kipling

February 25, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

Five years in the making, the inaugural SUPERGRAPH launched in Melbourne with Australia’s newest Contemporary Graphic Art Fair taking place at the beautiful The Royal Exhibition Building,...

FIVE HEALTHY INSTAGRAMMERS YOU SHOULD BE FOLLOWING

Zoe Davies

February 24, 2014

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

We all know that Instagram gets a bad wrap for being awash with photos of cats and food, and on the surface it’s not far from the truth. However, if you’re embarking on a journey towards health, holistic...

FOODIES REJOICE THE MELBOURNE FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL IS HERE

Phong Tran

February 24, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, News

The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival (28 February to 16 March 2014) now in its twenty second year is considered the premier culinary event of the year with activities and events featuring some of...

WHITE NIGHT TO SHINE AGAIN THIS SATURDAY

Zoe Davies

February 21, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, In Your Hood, Lifestyle

Inspired by the Paris Nuit Blanche festival, White Night is by far Melbourne’s most stylish festival as it lights up the city and lets creativity run wild. On Saturday thousands will flock to the...

BEG, SCREAM AND SHOUT AT THE ABBOTSFORD CONVENT

Maddison Capuano

February 19, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

The city of Melbourne is nothing if not eclectic. It likes to think it provides a little something for everybody, and more often then not succeeds in catering for a wide range of diverse preferences. Take...

HELADOS JAUJA – ARGENTINIAN ICE CREAM MAKING ITS MARK ON LYGON STREET

Jason Scully

February 18, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

On a warm summer’s evening, Couturing had the pleasure of experiencing an ice cream degustation event held by Helados Jauja.  Calling Jauja ice cream is a bit like calling Beluga caviar, fish eggs - it's...

DRINK YOUR WAY TO HEALTH

Jordan Christodoulou

February 17, 2014

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Recipes

If somebody had mentioned the word green and smoothie in the same sentence to me a couple of years ago I would have screwed up my nose at them. Two years on and I am a converted green drinker and trust me they...

SPECTACLE – VIDEO KILLED THE RADIO STAR

Heather Kipling

February 17, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

A dizzying exploration of music video as an art form... The Australian Centre for the Moving Image presents Spectacle, an extensive collection of over 300 clips spanning from the 1920’s to the present...

FORKLIFT – CONTEMPORARY CHOREOGRAPHY OF BODY AND MACHINE

Heather Kipling

February 13, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

It’s the graveyard shift and three women find themselves in an industrial wasteland, willing to risk everything in their interplay with each other and a moving machine. Lyrical, intimate and dangerous,...

THE ZOO @ TRUNK – BRINGING STREET ART TO YOUR DOOR

Katherine Ng

February 12, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Looking for something interesting to see over the weekend and combine it with a tipple or two? Then make sure you check out The Zoo every Sunday afternoon at Trunk until end of March. Why you say?...

DAILY BLOOMS – CHANGING THE WAY WE BUY FLOWERS

Lisa Teh

February 12, 2014

Face Behind The Space, Lifestyle

I know I can't say no to a beautiful bunch of flowers and most girls I know aren't much different! Fresh flowers always brighten any room, and a surprise delivery of flowers always makes my day. So when I...

ALL THE FUN AT THE FAIR, ST KILDA FESTIVAL

Hande Cerkez

February 11, 2014

Event, Lifestyle

With a mesmerizing beach backdrop and palm trees scattered throughout, St Kilda came to life for its biggest event of the year. The St Kilda festival is one of Australia’s biggest beach celebrations and...

NOT INTO FLOWERS? THINK OUTSIDE THE SQUARE THIS VALENTINE’S DAY

Lisa Teh

February 11, 2014

Gift Guide, Lifestyle

While most girls wouldn't say no to a beautiful bunch of flowers, most men can be very practical and prefer to give their special someone a gift that will last on Valentine's Day. For women, men can often be...

NOT ALL THOSE WHO WANDER ARE LOST – CHANDON SECRET GARDEN PARTY

Katherine Ng

February 11, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, People & Parties

Not all those who wander are lost - JRR Tolkien Not a truer phrase said by those attending Domaine Chandon's annual Secret Garden Party.  With bubbles a plenty and delicious epicurean food, in the lush...

THE BEST WAY TO YOUR LOVED ONE’S HEART IS THROUGH ONE OF THESE RESTAURANTS

Phong Tran

February 10, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

So it’s that time of year again where boys and girls put their love to the test and try to impress their other halves. For those who are single, this is probably the worst day of the year. Trust me, trying...

SPOIL YOUR LOVED ONE WITH A STAY AT THE INTERCONTINENTIAL MELBOURNE THE RIALTO

Lisa Teh

February 9, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle, Where To Stay

What should be arguably the most romantic day of the year can also come with a lot of pressure. Valentine's Day can leave many stumped for ideas as to what to get their loved ones. This Valentine's...

ROLLING STONE’S NIGHT OF NIGHTS

Hande Cerkez

February 5, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

The 5th Annual Rolling Stone Awards took place last night, presented by Patron Tequila, one of the world’s highest-quality ultra premium tequilas. The renowned music industry event celebrated the best in...

RECONNECT WITH YOURSELF IN THE NEW YEAR WITH TOUCH OF SPIRIT TOURS

Hande Cerkez

February 5, 2014

Lifestyle, Travel

In 2006, a small group seeking a cultural change and spiritual transformation set out on an expedition throughout India, marking the beginning of the personal well being travel company which stands today....

WHERE FOOD & ART MEET: THE MOSSGREEN TEAROOMS

Katherine Ng

February 3, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Melbourne's iconic art gallery and Auction house, Mossgreen, has opened a stylish new eatery in its High Street location. The Tearooms are in a heritage space, formerly the old Armadale Picture Theatre, with...

THE SUN SHINES ON ST JEROMES LANEWAY FESTIVAL, MELBOURNE

Heather Kipling

February 3, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

Now in its 10th year, Laneway Festival was the brainchild of Jerome Borazio and Danny Rogers. Starting in 2004, they invested time and money into bringing new music to Melbourne’s summer time at the...

GO PRO HERO 3+ REVIEW

Jordan Christodoulou

January 31, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle, Travel

Has there been a moment when you’re on the back of a jet ski, surfing waves, snowboarding down mountains or scuba diving amongst a pool of fish and wish your friends could see what your seeing? Well now they...

MEDITATION IS NOT WHAT YOU THINK

Jordan Christodoulou

January 30, 2014

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Upon entering the Mind Body Spirit festival earlier this year I was swept up in a rush of people toting show bags and pushing through the crowds to stalls promoting crystals, health foods and palm readers. As...

PERONI AT THE ST GEORGE OPEN AIR CINEMA

Katherine Ng

January 29, 2014

Event, Lifestyle, People & Parties

Peroni Nastro Azzurro, the number one Italian beer, celebrated the brands fifth year as a major sponsor for Sydney's St.George Open Air Cinema last week by hosting an exclusive VIP screening of the 2014...

ROOFTOP CINEMA ANNOUNCE PART TWO OF THEIR PROGRAMME

Heather Kipling

January 28, 2014

Event, Lifestyle

This week the iconic Melbourne rooftop announced the second part of their summer film programme and it’s pretty spectacular. From classics such as Never Ending story, Ferris Buellers Day Off and...

QUICK RECIPE: VIETNAMESE BURRITOS

Phong Tran

January 28, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Recipes

Since moving out, I have had the ‘odd’ Vietnamese Food craving and the one thing I’ve missed the most is mum’s ‘Goi Cuon’. So every time it’s on the menu for family dinner, I am more than excited...

BROWN BROTHER’S SUMMER OF PROSECCO POP-UP BAR LAUNCH

Lisa Teh

January 25, 2014

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Thursday saw the launch of Brown Brother's Summer of Prosecco pop-up bar in Richmond. Melbourne personalities such as Scherri-Lee Biggs, Jo Stanley and Byron Cook from FoxFM, designer Toni Maticevski and...

DROP BY DRAWING WITH MELBOURNE NOW

Maddison Capuano

January 24, 2014

Event, Lifestyle

The National Gallery of Victoria’s ridiculously popular Drop by Drawing sessions will hold their finale (for now) this Sunday, 26 January. After attracting enormous crowds throughout the latter months of...

DISCOVER ONE HOT YOGA, SOUTH YARRA

Hande Cerkez

January 23, 2014

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

With the New Year well under way, we've all no doubt made some sort of a new years resolution to exercise more, eat better and stay fit. Though it’s often a common occurrence where these resolutions only...

JOE’S BAR AND DINING HALL – SMOKIN’ HOT

Katherine Ng

January 20, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Texas BBQ and burgers seem to be the food du jour as of late with food trucks devoted to burgers, restaurants claiming to have the best ribs, but where can you find one place that has all these foods together...

AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2014

Hande Cerkez

January 17, 2014

Event, Lifestyle

The Australian Open has officially kicked off for another year in 2014. Held in Melbourne's Olympic Park from the 13th to the 26th of January, the tournament is always a favourite for patrons over the...

MELBOURNE CENTRAL ROOFTOP TENNIS CLUB

Maddison Capuano

January 16, 2014

Event, Lifestyle

Melbournians have long made public their love affair with rooftops and things that are a wee bit different. With this in mind, Nike and Melbourne Central have joined forces this Australian Open summer...

BROWN BROTHERS’ SUMMER OF PROSECCO POP-UP BAR

Lisa Teh

January 15, 2014

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Summer is well and truly here in Melbourne. With consecutive 40 degrees plus weather, Melburnians are all looking for the perfect place to escape the heat. Whether you are looking for somewhere to catch up...

YOUR VEGAN NEW YEAR

Jordan Christodoulou

January 15, 2014

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

There was once a time when people were Vegan for political, religious or moral reasons, although in today’s society you may have noticed the increasing popularity in veganism purely for the health benefits....

FACE BEHIND THE SPACE: ADELE BATES DESIGN

Jordan Christodoulou

January 14, 2014

Face Behind The Space, Lifestyle

We all know the special few that light up a room when they walk in, their passion for what they do is uplifting and inspiring and they have a sense of poise and style that can’t be replicated. Adele Bates is...

2014 JEEP PORTSEA POLO – THE PERONI NASTRO AZZURRO VIP MARQUEE

Katherine Ng

January 14, 2014

Event, Fashion, People & Parties

The 2014 Jeep Portsea Polo lived up to its reputation as one of the most unique events on the Melbourne social calendar with action, sport and fun in the picturesque Port Nepean National park. The...

SO FRENCHY SO CHIC 2014

Lisa Teh

January 12, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

Music lovers flocked in their hundreds to Werribee Park, where Cartell Music and Renault presented this year's So Frenchy So Chic festival. Celebrating the best of French music, French food and French...

JEEP PORTSEA POLO

Katherine Ng

January 10, 2014

Event, Lifestyle, News

The social event of the summer is on again this weekend in the beautiful seaside city of Portsea. The 2014 Jeep Portsea Polo kicks off on Saturday 11 January 2014 with World class polo matches being the main...

NOT YOUR AVERAGE MONDAY – CRYSTAL FIGHTERS, THE CORNER

Heather Kipling

January 9, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

Calypso beats, seventies sequin threads and faux American accents; it could only be the return to Melbourne of London based band Crystal Fighters to The Corner Hotel, Richmond. Not what you expect from...

INTERVIEW WITH BOYEUR

Thara Vidyaratne

January 8, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

Melbourne boys Tim Ischia and Hugh Middleton blend classical music with modern hip-hop to bring you Boyeur. Couturing writer, Thara Vidyaratne, sits down with the pop-duo to find out what makes their music...

A TASTE OF THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD – LORNE

Hande Cerkez

January 7, 2014

Lifestyle, Travel

Situated on Louttit Bay, Lorne is a seaside town along Victoria’s well-known Great Ocean Road. Officially beginning in Torquay, The Great Ocean Road is a 243-kilometre winding stretch of road notoriously...

ALLEYWAY WONDERS: KRIMPER CAFE

Aleczander Gamboa

January 6, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

In a city that prides itself on fine dining and exquisite cafes and bars, it’s always hard for the optimistic newcomers to make their mark on Melbourne’s vibrant lifestyle. Located in a hidden alleyway...

WAR IS OVER (IF YOU WANT IT) – YOKO ONO AT THE MUSEUM FOR CONTEMPORARY ART

Heather Kipling

January 6, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle, Travel

Yoko Ono is a fascinating character in her own right. Wife of John Lennon, artist and musician, her latest exhibition at The Museum for Contemporary Art in Sydney features her work from over the last five...

KAYA HEALTH CLUB

Sarah Kensington

January 5, 2014

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

OK confession: I love to workout. I’m one of those crazy people who schedules in workouts into my planner and who lives to sweat! Recently, though, I had been losing my passion for fitness. I felt like I...

PIDAPIPO

Lisa Teh

December 31, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

A method spurred by history. A business inspired by family. Melbourne is well known for its love of gelato, so lovers of this authentic Italian dessert will be pleased to hear of the arrival of...

THIS IS WHOLESOME

Hande Cerkez

December 30, 2013

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

You’re stuck at work, despite not wanting to be there and coming to the conclusion that this is becoming a very bad habit. Not sure whether or not you should have the same friend dinner pack you had last...

YO-CHI CARLTON

Maddison Capuano

December 29, 2013

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Frozen yoghurt is steadily taking over Melbourne, with yoghurt bars popping up in practically every suburb to satisfy the health conscious with a sweet tooth. However, the undisputed fro-yo king of our...

THE RAILWAY MAN

Maddison Capuano

December 23, 2013

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

When films are touted as being ‘based on a true story’, there is naturally a touch of skepticism that follows. Too often, these films turn out to be simply a dramatized reworking of some minor...

THE EMERSON – DINING WITH A VIEW

Katherine Ng

December 23, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Melbourne's latest hot spot, The Emerson, has been setting tongues wagging as the latest must-visit place on the social scene. The multi-level Emerson plays host to a club, cocktail bar & lounge, and an...

SEB MONT AND THEE TAKE TO THE CORNER

Hande Cerkez

December 20, 2013

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

The Super Unsigned Music Festival took place over the weekend at Melbourne’s iconic Corner Hotel. Amongst the up and coming bands performing on the night was Melbourne’s very own Séb Mont and Thee....

EXPERIENCE THE VIP TREATMENT AT MOONLIGHT CINEMA, MELBOURNE

Heather Kipling

December 19, 2013

Lifestyle, To-Do List

Last night the Melbourne Maltesers Moonlight Cinema opened its gates in the Royal Botanical Gardens for the preview screening of comedy sequel Anchorman 2, the legend continues. Lucky enough to enjoy the...

EVERYBODY DANCE – MEREDITH FESTIVAL 2013

Heather Kipling

December 17, 2013

Event, Lifestyle

Festivals are pretty much up there as a favourite thing to do for me, dancing in a field with a group of like minded folk, enjoying music and life in general. For a first Melbourne camping festival, what...

SUPERBOWL – THE CHALLENGE

Phong Tran

December 16, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Super Bowl Challenge I The Super Bowl is one America’s greatest events, showcasing the finest athletes culminating in the most tactical, brutal, and bizarre (to a foreigner) sport that is American...

MR EARL TEA

Lisa Teh

December 14, 2013

Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Because life's too short for average tea. As a Melbournian, it might be an offence to admit that I don't drink coffee. The coffee culture in Melbourne is so strong, with many a self-confessed...

VEUVE CLICQUOT’S AIRSTREAM POP UP BAR

Katherine Ng

December 13, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Looking for a great drinking venue by the Yarra? Look no further than Veuve Clicquot's Airstream pop up bar by the banks of the Yarra. Veuve Clicquot starts  its country wide tour in the glamorous...

PRINTISM – REAL ART IN PRINT

Heather Kipling

December 12, 2013

Arts & Entertainment, Face Behind The Space, Home, Interiors, Lifestyle

With technology at our fingertips and almost having too much choice in every avenue of our lives, searching for ideas and concepts is always at the forefront of our minds. Interior design has become particular...

PIZZA MASTER CLASS AT 400 GRADI WITH PIAZOLLA JOHNNY DI FRANCESCO

Jason Scully

December 6, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

If you own a pizza oven or have a pizza stone tucked away at the back of your cupboard, do yourself a favour and attend a Pizza Master Class taught by Master Pizza Maker (or Piazollo) Johnny Di Francesco at...

LA BELLE MIETTE – MACARONS TO DIE FOR

Katherine Ng

December 4, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

No matter what people say, the Macaron craze isn't over, especially when you have deliciously beautiful macarons from La Belle Miette. I've been a great fan of the macarons from this little bakery since I...

THE OLSEN POOL CLUB

Lisa Teh

December 3, 2013

Event, Lifestyle

Summer is officially here, and to celebrate, The Olsen, one of Melbourne's top boutique hotels, has launched their very own Pool Club which is set to become this city's first urban retreat. This oasis is...

GET READY FOR SUMMER WITH REKORDERLIG

Katherine Ng

December 2, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Get ready for Summer, with Rekorderlig's specially created pack this season which is perfect for sharing! Inspired by the desire of discovery by lovers of the cider, the Beautifully Swedish Collection,...

CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS WITH LUXBITE

Phong Tran

November 28, 2013

Event, Food & Drink

Christmas definitely came early for some lucky guests who were invited to a very special occasion. Three years ago pastry chef Bernard Chu and entrepreneur Yenn Yee started their new dessert adventure in South...

FENIX EVENTS RELAUNCHED – RICHMOND’S RIVERSIDE EVENT SPACE

Jason Scully

November 27, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

You’ve probably already heard that Gary Mehigan, co-host of Masterchef, has sold his highly successful Fenix Restaurant in the inner city suburb of Richmond to concentrate on other ventures. Under the...

FENIX EVENTS LAUNCH

Lisa Teh

November 25, 2013

Event, Lifestyle

When it comes to buying and selling property, it's all about location, location, location. Arguably, the same can be said about restaurants, and when it comes to location, it doesn't get much better than...

MELBOURNE NOW AT NGV

Paige Richards

November 25, 2013

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

'Students in Dissent' 2013 Melbourne Now, the latest exhibition from the National Gallery of Victoria, explores the various ways in which artists see and contribute to our city, and to Melbourne as a city...

FESTIVAL HOPPING: TASTE, SPANISH AND NOODLES

Phong Tran

November 23, 2013

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Festival. Noun: An occasion for feasting or celebration, especially a day or time of religious significance that recurs at regular intervals. I’ve never been a religious person; however, I have always...

GALLIANO AT TASTE OF MELBOURNE

Michael Moens

November 19, 2013

Event, Lifestyle

I recently braved the cold to go along to the Taste of Melbourne at Albert Park. I was in for a treat when I heard that the likes of Paolo Masciopinto (Sarti), Andrew Logan (Mamasita), Benjamin Cooper (Chin...

RICE WORKSHOP: LAUNCH NIGHT

Phong Tran

November 13, 2013

Event, Food & Drink

As far as launches go, the opening of Rice Workshop resembled something more of a cosplay convention than a restaurant opening. The spectacle of Harajuku Girls (and Boys) originates from Harajuku district of...

MORE THAN JUST FASHION & FRIVOLITY: FOOD AT THE MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL

Katherine Ng

November 12, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Melbourne Cup Carnival is more than just fashion, frivolity and fun. It's also about the food, with many high profile Australian chefs putting on outstanding menus for guests in the various marquees in the...

FINISH THE YEAR WITH ‘A TOUCH OF….HIGH TEA’ BY BURSARIA

Katherine Ng

November 12, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Celebrate the last of 'A Touch Of...' High Tea with a twist, making this High Tea a very special one on Sunday 17 November at Abbotsford Convent. “A Touch Of…” by Bursaria is a uniquely new High Tea...

NOVEMBER IS FOR FOOD

Phong Tran

November 11, 2013

Event, Food & Drink, In Your Hood, To-Do List

November in Melbourne is usually associated with fashion and horses as the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival kicks off Spring fun, or Movember is also when men begin their journey to groom fantastical...

SPRING RACING: MELBOURNE CUP DAY

Katherine Ng

November 7, 2013

Fashion, Lifestyle, People & Parties, Spring Racing

Melbourne turned it up a notch with gloriously perfect weather for Melbourne Cup day, perfect for bright coloured dresses and headwear to grace the track. In the Birdcage, international guests sizzled in...

ART + SCIENCE = TIA MARIA

Phong Tran

November 5, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

In much the same way that you wouldn't expect a coffee liqueur and ginger beer to make much of a drink but end up pleasantly surprised, the re-branding of Tia Maria could be best described as a collaboration...

THE SONGS OF JAMES BOND

Lisa Teh

November 4, 2013

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

  The most successful franchises of all time, British spy James Bond has captured the hearts an imaginations of people around the world. To coincide with the newly launched James Bond exhibition at...

THE BLUE ROOM BY ABSOLUT

Katherine Ng

November 4, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Absolut put the 'Art' into party last week as it transformed new Melbourne hot spot, The Manhattan Lounge, for an Australian first initiative called The Blue Room by Absolut. The Blue Room saw influential...

BAR SCHWEPPES AT THE MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL

Katherine Ng

November 1, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Spring Racing

Schweppes is bringing a twist to the Birdcage during Melbourne Cup Carnival, with a unique marquee that will provide an experience reminiscent of the Melbourne's best bars and restaurants. The 2013...

STARRY STARRY NIGHT GALA BALL LAUNCH

Lisa Teh

October 31, 2013

Event, Lifestyle

The Starry Starry Night Gala is the main fundraising event for the Alannah and Madeline Foundation, a national charity protecting children from violence and its devastating impact. The Alannah and Madeline...

STATE OF GRACE

Lisa Teh

October 30, 2013

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

In a city where the bar and restaurant culture is among the best in the world, it is hard for a new comer to stand out. State of Grace, Melbourne's latest entry into the food and drink scene, left a...

LAVAZZA SERVES UP AUSTRALIAN’S FINEST ITALIAN CHEFS AT THE MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL

Katherine Ng

October 30, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Lavazza is serving up some fantastic Italian fare in the Birdcage during Melbourne Cup Carnival with some of Australia's best Italian chefs on hand creating their signature dish over the Melbourne Cup...

REVIEW: THEIC TEA BAR

Katherine Ng

October 28, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Tea lovers rejoice! The opening of Theic Tea Bar in Collingwood has brought speciality tea to the fore of Melbourne's cafe scene, with an establishment dedicated to the wonders of tea. Opened by Nathan...

SUPERGRAPH 2014 – AUSTRALIA’S CONTEMPORARY GRAPHIC ART FAIR – ROUND 2 SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW OPEN

Katherine Ng

October 28, 2013

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

SUPERGRAPH, Australia’s Contemporary Graphic Art Fair, is excited to take place for the first time at The Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton from 14 – 16 February 2014. SUPERGRAPH is a...

LAVAZZA SPRINGING INTO STYLE DURING THE MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL

Katherine Ng

October 25, 2013

Event, Fashion, People & Parties, Spring Racing

This year, it's not just the quality Italian coffee that Lavazza will be serving up during the Cup Carnival. Lavazza is also serving up a  range of hot stars across the Cup Carnival in the Lavazza...

REVIEW: 90 SECONDI. 400 GRADI. PERFECT ITALIAN

Katherine Ng

October 21, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

90 Secondi. 400 Gradi. These are Johnny Di Francesco’s two pizzeria e cucinas located in the Docklands and East Brunswick, respectively. However more significantly, they aptly represent di Francesco’s...

WHO’S YOUR SHANDONG MAMA?

Phong Tran

October 14, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Dumplings have become an institution in Melbourne for the young and old – from the cheap and “dirty” dumplings of Shanghai Dumplings which caters for the masses of hungry uni students, to the elegant...

REMOTE CONTROL TOURIST IN MELBOURNE

Thom Whilton

October 11, 2013

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

  Imagine being able to visit a location, before actually getting on a plane and jetsetting off. Sounds crazy right? Well, Tourism Victoria have made it possible to see every last part of Melbourne...

PINOT PALOOZA – TAKING PINOT NOIR TO A NEW LEVEL

Ash Maiyah

October 11, 2013

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Pinot-philes (defn: Those that love Pinot Noir wine) gathered en-masse on Saturday in Melbourne at the St Kilda Town Hall for the second annual Pinot Palooza, a celebration of all things Pinot Noir. The...

SUPERGRAPH – CONTEMPORARY GRAPHIC ART FAIR

Katherine Ng

October 10, 2013

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

SUPERGRAPH, Australia’s Contemporary Graphic Art Fair, is excited to take place for the first time at The Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton from 14– 16 February 2014, with Round One submissions for...

YELLOWGLEN COLLABORATES WITH SAMANTHA WILLS TO LAUNCH YELLOWGLEN HOUSE

Katherine Ng

October 8, 2013

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, People & Parties

New York based Jewellery designer, Samantha Wills, joined race-goers trackside at Flemington on Saturday for the Turnbull Stakes, as curator and host of Yellowglen house, one of the only public marquees for...

THE FLEMINGTON FLING COCKTAIL

Katherine Ng

October 8, 2013

Event, Food & Drink

An iconic cocktail that can be recreated at home, the signature Schweppes Flemington Fling is the perfect drink trackside this year during the Melbourne Cup Carnival. Created by Dave Kerr of Melbourne's The...

THE SCHWEPPES FLEMINGTON FLING BAR AT THE MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL

Katherine Ng

October 7, 2013

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Spring Racing

The one place you need to visit during the 2013 Melbourne Cup Carnival (aside from the betting arena) is the Schweppes Flemington Fling Bar on Level 1 of the Hill Stand, which was launched on Saturday at...

OPENING GALA NIGHT OF THE 2013 LAVAZZA ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL

Katherine Ng

October 3, 2013

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle, News, People & Parties

The 2013 Lavazza Italian film festival kicked off last night, with festival ambassador, Supermodel Nicole Trunfio, officially opening proceedings at the Opening Gala Evening at Palace Cinemas, Como. Featuring...

2013 LAVAZZA ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL

Katherine Ng

October 2, 2013

Event, Lifestyle

The 2013 Lavazza Italian Film Festival begins today with the Festival's Gala opening tonight in Melbourne and Sydney. Running from today until 27 October 2013, the festival, now in its 14th year, brings some...

GAZI – STYLISH STREET FOOD

Katherine Ng

September 30, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

There are two things you notice when you first walk into George Calombaris' new venture, Gazi. The first is the amazing ceiling - ceramic pots placed across the whole surface. The second are the aromas coming...

THE ULTIMAT EXPERIENCE SHORT FILM COMPETITION IS NOW OPEN SPONSORED BY ULTIMAT VODKA

Katherine Ng

September 23, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

ULTIMAT VODKA, one of the world’s leading and ultra-premium vodkas, is giving away over $5,000 and exclusive prizes in the Ultimat Vodka Short Film Competition. The competition invites all aspiring and...

THE EFTERSKI FESTIVAL AT THREDBO – WRAP UP

Katherine Ng

September 23, 2013

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The first-ever EFTERSKI FESTIVAL in Thredbo went off with a bang last weekend, with the sold out Big Air Big Beats event featuring three days of music, sport and film extravaganza. Sponsored by Rekorderlig...

WINE FUN AT PINOT PALOOZA

Katherine Ng

September 22, 2013

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Think Wine tastings are stuffy and boring? Well, think again as Pinot Palooza hits Melbourne-town on Saturday 5 October at St Kilda Town Hall for a wine tasting with a twist. Event organiser, Dan Sims,...

TO DO LIST: SEPTEMBER 9TH – SEPTEMBER 15TH

Illyria Nuredini

September 9, 2013

Lifestyle, To-Do List

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 9TH  Market Week Three of Melbourne's biggest markets are banding together for a week that gives stall owners a chance to display all their beautiful produce and products. In...

LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER CAMPAIGN

Lisa Teh

September 5, 2013

Charity, Lifestyle

Cancer is unfortunately a disease which has affected everyone in some shape or form. Whether you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, it is something which is having a real impact on...

INTERVIEW: WE THE PEOPLE

Thara Vidyaratne

September 4, 2013

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

Pictured left to right: Matthew Jennings (Lead Guitar, Vocals), Phillip Black (Bass, Vocals, Guitar), Jonathon Ferraro (Drums) and James Seymour (Lead Vocals) From their humble beginnings in January...

TO DO LIST: SEPTEMBER 2ND – SEPTEMBER 8TH

Illyria Nuredini

September 2, 2013

Lifestyle, To-Do List

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 2ND Broadway Unplugged Comprised of two segments, this performance starts with seasoned performers and finishes with open-mic opportunities. A chance to see theatre folk doing their best...