Surry Hills gets a groundbreaking new Japanese with an Italian twist. Could Ito be the next 2024 Chef’s Hat?
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Crown Street, restaurateur Ibby Moubadder has wielded his magic wand to. Continue reading
Karen Lawson
Karen’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). Currently 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 finally 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).
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Hotel Review: 20th Birthday celebrations as Swissotel Sydney welcomes a new era in the CBD
Happy Birthday Swissotel! You are no longer a teenager. But then, what’s age or a number anyway? The. Continue reading
Hey there, hot stuff! QT Sydney is turning up the heat with a sensational seafood inspired new summer menu at Gowings
At the recent GQ awards QT Sydney proudly claimed the coveted title of ‘Boutique Hotel of the Year’ for. Continue reading
Ijen, Potato Head – the first certifed climate neutral seafood restaurant and resort in Indonesia
It's been nearly ten years since I last walked into the space that is Potato Head. So much has changed, it's huge! It is the first hospitality company in Indonesia to be credited as climate neutral by the UN—the club and its ever growing complex of boutiques, restaurants, coffee bars and now Potato Head Suites is setting the standard of what should be tourism. This is Desa Potato Head village. We are here to check out Ijen seafood restaurant.
Shopping Guide to the hottest new products for summer
Summer is here, so get your sunnies, prep the BBQ and get set to enjoy the latest tried and tested new launches. Continue reading
Iconic Redfern local favourite, First Drop opens its second cafe after 20 years
What makes an iconic local gem? Not many places can say they have been around for two decades. Family founded. Continue reading
Best restaurant in Sydney?AALIA goes from Middle East to global with a Collaborative Chef Dinner Series
When we first walked through glass doors at Aalia over a year ago something changed. Our fine dining. Continue reading
Hotel Review: Banyan Tree Escape – Buahan, Bali. Sleep in the jungle in a luxury villa without walls or windows
this is what they call a 'naked escape'. Banyan Tree has launched a new brand called ‘Escape’ which promises intimacy with local culture and to the origins of the land in a way where we can tread more lightly and thoughtfully. You stay in a villa with no walls or windows.
Hotel Review: Rockstar’s Soulshine Bali resort is the ultimate playground for the soul. Music, yoga and happiness
“Honey, we are going to a yoga retreat in Bali". Now whilst Mr G loves going to the gym and his downhill. Continue reading
Hotel Review – Intercontinental Hayman Island Resort. Luxury paradise in the Whitsundays
“Where are you off to next week?”, “Oh Hayman Island”, “ooh wow, have a lovely. Continue reading
Guide to the Yarra Valley – The best wineries for lunch
Nestled in the heart of Victoria's picturesque countryside is the Yarra Valley famed for Chardonnay and Pinot. Continue reading