Henry Holland is as known for his clique of London cool girls as he is for his irreverent design aesthetic and his signature quiff. But now he’s bringing those last two things to a new coterie of kooky characters – the fictional characters of Mr Men. The Roger Hargreaves children’s books you grew up with...
Year: 2014
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The Chai Walli is Brewing
Chai Tea has been a staple to the Sydney and Melbourne scene for a while now. But cafes have been getting away with sticking a ‘chai’ tea bag in hot water, adding some honey, and selling it as the real deal. Uppma the Chai Walli (aka Tea Lady) is bringing authentic Indian chai tea to...
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The Lemon Tree Springs Up
When life gives you lemons, you use them for the inspiration behind a casual chic eatery in Australia Square. Or at least, that’s what Sydney’s new The Lemon Tree did. Tucked into a corner behind the boozy crowds congregating at Ryan’s Bar is this gem. Just look for the bright white awnings and of course, the lemon...
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Body Cycle Working Our Buns for Summer
Summer is seriously just around the corner. Before we feel bikini body ready most of us like to go for a run or stop eating so many deep-fried chips. Some of us don’t. But, for those who do, Body Cycle is the new spin studio in South Yarra and your place to burn some serious calories....
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Cheese Delivered to Your Door, Remain Calm
Cheese is one of life’s greatest discoveries. But sometimes having to put pants on to go get it can be a pain in the backside. Well, now we don’t have to, thanks to Matt Steele from Cornelius Cheesemongers. Steele, who used to own Cornelius Cheese, Wine & Coffee in Canterbury has a serious love for...
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Your Guide to Picnic Season in Melbourne
In winter we hibernate and curl up on the couch or hole up in a bar, but it ain’t winter no more. The sun is shining and the great outdoors are calling our names. Picnic season is upon us so pack your hampers and make the most of this gorgeous weather. Here’s where you need...
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Sydney’s Best Places to Celebrate Melbourne Cup Day 2014
The October long weekend seems like a lifetime ago and the Christmas holidays are weeks away (we’re going to pretend that’s a long time because we still haven’t even started about our Christmas shopping list!). That’s when we realised November is just moments away and so is the Race That Stops a Nation. A nation and the office....
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Ajo Fine Dining is Welcomed at Rozelle’s Award Winning Pub
Putting your stylish best on for the pub might seem a bit extravagant but you can never be too careful these days. Swap your thongs and sunnies for Missoni, Cavalli and Pucci. You’re going to need to know your Sardinian from your Italian with one of Sydney’s most awarded pubs having received the full Ferrari makeover...
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Providence Cafe Has a Thing for Fresh Produce
Farmers markets are good things. Fresh produce straight from the horses mouth, so to speak. And a café that embraces this is a good café. Providence on Rathdowne Street in Carlton stems from a love of farmers markets. The sense of community, the freshly harvested produce, the farmers who know your name and your order,...
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When Seaside Sculptures, The Grounds & Summer Come Together
The Bondi to Bronte coastal walk is brilliant all year round – whether you’re running, walking, talking, picnicking or reading a book, its nooks and crannies, sandstone rock ledges and grassy knolls are so Sydney. But for a few short weeks on the cusp of summer, that walk gets even better. Yes, it’s that time of...