Open air flicks 1. Moonlight CinemaAdd a picnic rug, a scenic backdrop of Melbourne’s skyline, some gourmet food, a giant screen showcasing a carefully edited mix of films and you have the iconic and quintessential outdoor cinema experience. So popular it’s caught on in all capital cities. You can even have a “gold grass” experience...
A lot of cool cinematic moments occur on rooftops. First kisses with semi-arachnids, edge-of-your-seat helicopter escapes, meaningful eye contact with giant gorillas and general bad guy evasion. Whatever genre you subscribe to, you can get your piece of the action this summer with Melbourne Rooftop Cinema. Watch the sun set over the CBD, kick back...
If you’re a fan of the Mad Men style like us, you might be dreaming of a full 50’s floral dress, liquid eyeliner and bold red lips or perhaps the three piece suit and dapper hat for the gentleman? It’s this exact mentality of appreciating the details and having an outfit tailor made that will...
Up amongst the clouds on the 27th floor lies a secret sanctuary. Forget about flying or driving to experience retreat tranquillity, it’s here right on your doorstep at Isika Spa. Simply valet park and within moments you’re immersed in the breathtaking views of the city skyline and (deep breath) the serenity. Isika offers reflexology, yoga...
A Greenhouse is typically a glass-like space where plants are grown so they can benefit from the sun; a hot house if you will. Fashion has similar roots as it needs to be nurtured and loved and really heats up in summer. Just take a peek at the Bermuda shorts and bright digital prints from...
When shopping for a gift (particularly near Christmas time) it’s nice to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and head to your local shopping strip. You don’t have to worry about parking, you won’t be harassed by the crowds and you can enjoy the calmer pace of life. You can grab a coffee,...
If you answer yes to any of the below questions, you’ll want to get along to The Age Harvest Picnic at Werribee Park. 1. Do you love a good picnic experience shared by other foodies? 2. Have you always wanted to have an American “4th of July” style picnic? 3. Do you like grape grazing...
Some people can’t stand idly by and let the status quo rule their creative sensibilities (or ruin them for that matter). Sydney Photographer Peter Bainbridge is one such man, on a quest to change the print game with his new quarterly mag – Superfoto. You’ll easily spot Superfoto’s 52-page launch issue. Not only because there’s...
It’s a little bit Scandinavian, has a touch of Pastis, and oh so French, yes it’s The Millswyn and what a far cry it is from its predecessor Lynch’s. The once renowned Melbourne dining institution is as new, and while it still retains an elevated sense of style, class and Domain Road sophistication it’s lost...
Prepare your chopsticks in anticipation, Neil Perry’s exotic Asian abode; Spice Temple has finally opened in Melbourne. After nearly two successful years in Sydney, it’s arrived at Crown where Bistro Guillaume once stood, and is the latest addition to Perry’s fast growing Melbourne brood (T.W.R and Rockpool Bar & Grill). Over two levels, dangling beads...
