Karen Lawson’s corporate job back in the UK had included entertaining clients in some of the best restaurants. This ultimately sparked a curiosity ‘Just how do they do that?’ (she confesses she was brought up on meat and vegetables, so this was all very exciting). She’s the ex MD of Spotify, Peloton and has been a Mr & Mrs Smith ‘Tastemaker’, she’s flashpacked around the world, learning about wine, experiencing different cultures and cuisines and had a two- year love affair with it all. Originally from England, she’s settled in Australia and continues to be besotted by food, wine and travel preferring to focus on the luxury end of town (thread count does matter).
Location You wouldn’t normally expect a brewery to be located in a shopping centre amongst a range of home designer stores. But come to…
Well she’s certainly got history. In fact this old girl is bursting with character. It shows what you can do with a lotta love,…
Zephyr Bar – The Arrival “Arghhh, I forgot my sunglasses.” If the sun is shining and it’s 5pm, don’t leave home without them –…
The Location A top tip is to “look for the gold Vespa” which can be found flashing her, Italian vibes round the corner from…
Eat, drink and be Merry! With our Christmas Gift Guide well underway we have you covered for what to buy. Now we bring you…
The arrival “Hey darl… Where is this place, I can’t find it?”. I imagine this is how many-an-evening could start with one or more…
Yarra Valley winery Innocent Bystander is known for its unconventional and playful approach to wine, having established its Healesville cellar door as a top…
Pan Divino opens on a busy stretch of Crown Street. We’ve met these faces before – Chef Stefano Mondonico, (ex Bondi Fish, Pialligo Estate) led QT’s Gowings winning a Hat in the SMH Good awards 2023. The mood is romantic and casual, there are groups of friends and couples chatting and drinking. White tablecloths grace tables whilst music from a gramophone era lends an air of nostalgia and elegance.
What’s New & Notable? The Esca group contains some of my favourite restaurants, including Aalia and Ito. Nour has been around for 5 years…
It’s time to put those ugg boots away, the electric blankie we loved so much from our last guide and embrace new product launches for the season.