A cafe with classic cars Consult your inner circle and there’s likely a friend, dad, partner or colleague that’s mad keen on cars or has dreamt of owning a classic. You know, the type who would appreciate (lust deliriously for) a 1973 Porsche 911 RS, E-Type Jaguar, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE, Austin Healy 300, Aston...
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Markets in the square
New Darlinghurst street markets Making highlights, adding embellishments – if anyone can do it spectacularly, the folks around Darlinghurst can. The most recent addition is a new Taylor Square Community Market; and a prelude to welcome this year’s Mardi Gras parade. All day footpath trading along Oxford Street and a transformed Taylor Square will see local retailers...
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No spoilers: french films
Alliance Francaise French Film FestivalThe opening was sluggish, but the flick picked up quickly after the lead had his melt-down. You expected the steady stream of conflict but didn’t understand why until Plot Point 2. The showdown was predictable but the resolution left a good feeling in your stomach. The epilogue had you laughing out...
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Bite size festival
Taste of Sydney food festival Like tapas, meze platters and yum cha, the appeal of a food festival is obvious. You’re faced with a variety of indulgent servings and little (or no) guilt when going back for seconds, thirds … and sevenths. At Taste of Sydney you can feast on a day of tastings and...
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In solidarity
Supporting the Victorian Bushfire Appeal Whether a small or generous gesture, help in donation or in kind, there’s many ways you can continue to help those who have been affected by the devastating Victoria bushfires. Deeply saddened by the tragedy, individuals and communities across the globe have banded together to help our fellow Australians. FASHION...
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Dare to be daring
Nokia City Chase challenge As the Nokia City Chase comes around for its 4th year, ask yourself. Could you … Abseil off the Harbour Bridge? Pros: You’d get the adrenaline pumping as you catch an amazing view of Sydney Harbour. Cons: Your dormant fear of heights may suddenly decide to manifest itself at this point. Eat a...
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Absolut party
10 Summer Sundays in an Absolut world It’s been a while since you’ve been patron at a day club (much of the battle is finding one that doesn’t need an Ibiza round-trip). But thanks to the stylish folks at Absolut Vodka your ‘Euro’-style experience is on the doorsteps of Bondi Beach. For ten consecutive Summer...
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Warm expectations inflation
Valentines Day addict guide We’ve been long time advocates for an eight-day week. Make it a three-day weekend, and dub the extra 24 hours Valentine’s Day; you get more time for loving, and alleviate the pressure to be ultra-creative just one day each year. Until the official week change, here are some inspired 14 February...
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March into merivale
Eat at the establishment, cellar, bar, pool … March is a good a month as any to go a little mad. Mad for fine gastronomy, topped with a generous serving of value from chefs such as Peter Doyle, Dan Hong, Chris Whitehead and Massimo Bianchi. Chef’s from nine of Merivale’s venues – including est, Sushi e, Ash...
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Thirst quenching
Sydney Twitter community helping charity: water You religiously drink your ‘six glasses a day’ (or at least know you should), and to satiate your thirst can take a few steps to a tap or water cooler. Such daily habits make it hard to believe that 1 in 6 people worldwide don’t have access to safe,...