Find bayside bliss in Parkdale, Melbourne
Most tourists make a beeline for Brighton, but it’s not the last word on bayside brilliance in Melbourne. Parkdale is a peaceful residential suburb 40 minutes from the city, but it feels like a world away. Moving to Melbourne, I was secretly a bit sad about moving so far away from beautiful beaches. Growing up in Brisbane, between the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast, I loved … Continue reading Find bayside bliss in Parkdale, Melbourne
Sunday Stories 08.11.15
It’s been a busy, mostly sunny week here in Melbourne! Melbourne Cup Tuesday was a public holiday in Victoria for Melbourne Cup. We didn’t go to the cup, but I was a little jealous when we went out to get a coffee and were surrounded by cup-goers in their race day best. I was not so jealous later that evening when the streets were full … Continue reading Sunday Stories 08.11.15
Why visit Versailles? Exploring France’s last royal residence
Three million people visit the Chateau de Versailles every year. A successful visit will include an early start even in winter, patience in queues and battling the inevitable, year-round crowds. The zoo-like atmosphere inside the palace dampens the magic and it will take up one of your precious holiday days in Paris. So why bother with Versailles? Even if you’re not a history buff, the … Continue reading Why visit Versailles? Exploring France’s last royal residence
Dinner at Balthazar, SoHo
You’re spoilt for choice for dinner in New York City, but of all the places I ate, Balthazar took the cake. Strawberry short cake, to be precise. Keith McNally’s Paris-in-New-York restaurant in SoHo has a brassy, old-world elegance that sets it apart. I seriously love this place, and I recommend it to all of my friends visiting the city – dinner at Balthazar is one … Continue reading Dinner at Balthazar, SoHo
Celebrating the in-betweeners on Waterfall Way
Last year I went on a road trip with my family through Waterfall Way, the most beautiful drive in New South Wales. I have been in awe of the beauty of Queensland for years, but before this trip I’d never given regional New South Wales too much thought. I’ve done a few posts about the highlights of the trip, the Queensland section of the trip … Continue reading Celebrating the in-betweeners on Waterfall Way
Blink & You’ll Miss It: Melbourne’s pop up floating bar
It is shaping up to be a summer spent on the water. Well, at bars on the water, anyway. A few weeks ago I was tucking into fresh oysters and lobster rolls in Hell’s Kitchen on NYC’s Floating Lobster Shack, and back in Melbourne last weekend I was sipping on sparkling and rose on Melbourne’s first floating bar. Melbournians love a good trend, love a pop-up … Continue reading Blink & You’ll Miss It: Melbourne’s pop up floating bar
Sunday Stories 01.11.15
Spring Racing Carnival has arrived! Melbourne’s biggest event of the year consists of several horse racing events where the fashion is easily more important than the races themselves. Derby Day, Oaks Day and Stakes Day all have different dress codes, but the real showstopper is Melbourne Cup – AKA “the race that stops the nation.” Across Australia on Tuesday, office lunchrooms and school auditoriums will … Continue reading Sunday Stories 01.11.15
37 Photos that will inspire you to explore Queensland
Queensland has more than its fair share of natural beauty. It’s famous for UNESCO World Heritage List heavyweights like the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest but it doesn’t stop there. There are scores of lesser-known islands and beaches just as worthy of your time. There are endless options for driving and hiking trails through rainforests and up mountains. The stark beauty of the … Continue reading 37 Photos that will inspire you to explore Queensland
Sunday Stories 25.10.15
I didn’t realise how useful this series was until I arrived home in Melbourne this week and had a complete mental blank about my favourite restaurants, bars and cafes. I browsed through some old Sunday Stories posts while making a mental note to eat more omega-3s, and not only was I pleasantly surprised by the yummy, lovely places I used to love, but by the … Continue reading Sunday Stories 25.10.15
Highlights from 2 Months in the USA
I’m just got back to Australia after spending the the last 2 months in the USA. I didn’t post too much while I was away, mostly because I was too busy exploring, gawking and eating to spend too much time glued to a screen. I took notes most days, but didn’t get much further than that! In the coming weeks I’ll be sharing my experiences from … Continue reading Highlights from 2 Months in the USA