A look at life, food, travel and more
Yes you heard right, it is doable or at least half of the East coast of Tassie is. We covered over 800km of insanely beautiful countryside, with beautiful sunsets and beautiful people! We set off from Melbourne in a KEA 6 berth luxury campervan on our day sail to Tassie on the ‘Spirit of Tasmania',... Continue Reading →
If you are looking for a truly authentic tasting Argentinian night out then head to Melbourne’s CBD and walk between Bourke and Little Collins Street. You will find 14 Meyers Place caught in a little laneway of café’s and cocktail bars. Upon entering San Telmo your eyes initially go left to the array of sides... Continue Reading →
It’s that time of year again and this year it is bigger and better, with a big touch of wow! Head down to the banks of the Yarra River to Birrarung Marr. If you would like to have your tastebuds blown away then do wander around and try out some of the many fusion bites... Continue Reading →
The name Wilsons Promontory conjures up promenading…however this is not the case in this ‘back to nature’ environment. This is one of the southern most park areas of Victoria with the Tidal River inlet and lots of wonderfully named beaches such as Squeaky beach, Whisky Beach and Picnic Bay. Squeaky beach however takes the squeak... Continue Reading →
Now for those new to Melbourne or transients Prahran hosts some contemporary hot spots. There is certainly something for everyone whether you are shopping for your special salt block or new cook book (their selection is superb and I purchased two for family members) in The Essential Ingredient (next to Prahran market). Or, if you... Continue Reading →
The Macedon Ranges The Macedon Ranges are superb in Spring, located about 50 minutes outside of Melbourne CBD. This is definitely worth a day trip ---currently the flowers are out in bloom and everywhere you turn there are cascades of yellow roses and gorgeous hues of colours on all the trees and bushes. The Stokes... Continue Reading →
Well yes this is correct but aren’t we supposed to be wrapped up in a beautiful package looking the best that we can be??? With 70 sleeps until Christmas we need to get cracking …and on the days that we aren’t going out for dinner or being invited out for a celebratory lunch we need... Continue Reading →
From the old to the new…Trams, Trams, Trams with the occasional clip clop of horse-drawn carriages thrown in! --You can enjoy a ride in a horse-drawn carriage for 20 mins for $100. In the city circle it is free for Melbournians and tourists to get around just hop on and hop off the trams to... Continue Reading →
Pastiso /Pastuso…Let’s call the whole thing off…or not! This Peruvian restaurant is hidden away at the base of unassuming AC/DC lane filled with graffiti and alternative bars, this is certainly one of Melbourne’s hidden treasures. Last night we were a small group of 32 Chaine des Rotisseurs members packed like sardines into the rear wine... Continue Reading →
Cecconi's is without a doubt a vision. Just the ticket for a rather special date night with your loved one.... There are two sides to this restaurant a brasserie on your left and on your right the rather gorgeous fine-dining area which is where we last dined. The restaurant is cleverly situated in the basement... Continue Reading →
Hold the Prosecco 