A look at life, food, travel and more
Well some days they go down more than others...don't get disheartened tomorrow is another day. Remember the super large avocado's are higher in calories as they are bigger than the small variety...so only have a quarter and not a half (as I did yesterday) also probably why I only lost 1/4 Ib --- still it... Continue Reading →
Another 1Ib down (and a total of 2 kilos lost). Definitely something to celebrate. You might ask why 'Hold the Margarita'??? Well yesterday saw me walking around my beloved docklands (approx 1.5k) with a stop off at DFO to assist my extended family -- lots of great-nephews and a niece with their desired purchases ---... Continue Reading →
Yeah oh yeah I can hear those sleigh bells calling! Isn't it great to lose weight and feel healthy? It is just awesome seeing the scales reduce -- many say don't get on the scales everyday ---forget that --- celebrate the small wins even if they are only a pound. The hunger pangs hit around... Continue Reading →
Oh yes we have all looked at our scales and the disappointment certainly shows on our faces when looking in the mirror. I thought it only fair to share my knowledge of weight loss to the many as my Christmas present to you all. It is simple as long as you pay attention to what... Continue Reading →
There is nothing dainty about the morsels here by appearance or the bursts of flavour in your mouth. There are a few in this family of restaurants now in Melbourne --- in the city there is a food court style in Bourke Street, another in Box Hill that specialises in Chinese hot pots and the... Continue Reading →
April 20, 2015 at Crown Towers, Southbank, Melbourne. This spectacular evening was just as one would expect full of ‘pomp & vigour.’ Regional dignitaries of La Chaine des Rotisseurs & L’Ordre Mondial were present and involved in the evening’s proceedings of Le Chapitre de Melbourne. The scene was set in the garden room where the... Continue Reading →
The 5th annual Melbourne ‘Put Your Foot Down Walk’ will take place on Sunday 3 May @ 9am to register 10:30am the walk starts. Location: Alexandra Gardens on the banks of the Yarra River. Mission: 5km scenic river walk Dress code: wear purple Vision: To help raise awareness and fundraise for Pancreatic Cancer Research and... Continue Reading →
I recently had an excellent experience with an online directory called One Flare they are a facilitator to obtain traders in your area to supply you with quotes for whatever your requirements are. For my request I was looking for a tax accountant in the Docklands area and within 24 hours I was approached via... Continue Reading →
Nestled in the middle of South Yarra’s busy Toorak Road lays a wine enthusiast’s haven. Grand Millesime is a French wine specialist. Darren Harris, Wine buyer and Managing Director has a wealth of over 25 years experience in this industry. In December 2014 Grand Millesime threw open their doors welcoming their clients with a glass... Continue Reading →
Our specially designed degustation was not only varied but there were definitely some of my favourites, which I encountered whilst tantalizing my tastebuds on this superb Asian fusion journey. Chef Brendan McQueen (ex Ezard) did it again his blend of Japanese / Asian fusion gave a superb twist on what would have been classic dishes.... Continue Reading →
Hold the Prosecco 