Getting to know the cool bars in Richmond is made easy by the Urban Wine Walk.
Urban Wine Walk is a triumph!
The corks were popping and the champagne flowing…
Learning from the best about Champagne and their personal tastes. This interview depicts why Tyson Stelzer is at the top of his game having recently launched his new book 'Taste Champagne Australia 2021 Series V11.
Diversity is life
Check-out this recent VIP tour led by Bree McKilligan, Pride Giving Adviser She/Her of The Victorian Pride Centre, Melbourne and Cr Steve Stefanopoulos, Deputy Chair of the Pride Fund with Andrew Chamberlain and Steve Dimopoulos MP.
USA trip Part 3 – Marthas Vineyard & Cape Cod here we come!
People ask me is Marthas Vineyard the playground for the rich and famous? Is this their hideaway for their summer escapes? Is this a place where they can be themselves away from the watchful eye of the media? The answer is simple — this part of New England is a fabulous bolt hole for peace... Continue Reading →
USA Trip Part 2 – Boston, New England
Boston is a remarkable city, steeped in history, walking trails, monuments superb Cannoli's, pizza and not forgetting Harvard.
USA trip – Part 1 – Los Angeles – Hollywood baby!
This trip to LA, USA was taken pre Covid. Just wanted to create a little escapism for the many in lock-down around the world.
Duck delight with Philippe Mouchel
Philippe is a French gem owned and run by celebrity chef Philippe Mouchel. It was a no brainer for La Chaine des Rotisseurs, Victoria to choose this wonderful French restaurant to hold their AGM and dinner. Having trained with Paul Bocuse, Philippe worked for him in Japan and Melbourne running his operations. Then he set... Continue Reading →
Day of the Dead themes at Mejico – Melbourne
So why is it that some Mexican restaurants highlight 'Dia de Muertos'? Well the Day of the Dead is a national holiday at the beginning of November in Mexico. In ancient Mexican cultures it is a time of celebration - the good and evil were not separated and everything is part of a cycle, and... Continue Reading →
Worlds longest lunch – Melbourne is back!
Set-in Treasury Gardens, Melbourne Food and Wine Festival finally returns — after a lengthy set-back due to pandemic restrictions it was wonderful to participate in this superb annual event. This year celebrity chefs Philippe Mouchel, Jacques Raymond and Stephanie Alexander took a course each and created something inspirational. Kicking off with Philippe Mouchel’s Beetroot-cured king... Continue Reading →
Hold the Prosecco 