Melbourne Film Festival 2017 (3-20 August) has some outstanding Premiere's. So far I have seen The Song Keepers which showcases the aboriginal heritage and German baroque songs that are being preserved by the Central Australian Women's Choir and highlights their tour to Germany singing in many Lutheran Churches. Other movie premiere's on my radar are:... Continue Reading →
North Queensland a tropical paradise
North Queensland has so much to offer, superb island stays, waterfalls, rainforest walks, adventure for adrenalin junkies and more.
Macedon Ranges Wine Tour
Wineries in the Macedon Ranges are an eye opener; many are boutique wineries that sing from the heart. They have passionate wine makers on hand to take you through their tasting menu and if you are like me -- it is impossible to walk away without a mixed case of your favourites! Many of these... Continue Reading →
Noodles, Noodles and yes more Noodles…..
Vietnam noodle dishes are extremely varied as I learnt over a cuppa with Chef Eric Fettke of the InterContinental Hotel, Asiana Saigon.
Young chefs competing in Melbourne
Young Chef Competition 2016 Concours International des Jeunes Commis Rotisseurs In April 2016 La Chaine des Rotisseurs hosted the Young Chef Competition at The Crown Culinarium. The standard being high there was a team of professional judges and amateur judges (of which I was one). The process of judging was extremely interesting --- the chefs... Continue Reading →
What’s happening in Melbourne in 2016
Please note the list below is our selection of what you can look forward to in the next quarter. I hope you like our top pics. May 7- June 12 Singing in the Rain – (Andam Garcia) @ Her Majesty’s Theatre May 13- July 17 The Sound of Music – (Cameron Daddo & Amy Lehpamer)... Continue Reading →
Cancer Council – Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea
Many of us are involved in Biggest Morning Tea's across Australia through the month of May. This is the largest fundraiser yearly for the Cancer Council and it not only is a great way to meet people and share the odd cake or two. It is a wonderful way to build awareness for lending our... Continue Reading →
Are you a food pincher whilst preparing meals?
Can you keep your hands off pinching food when preparing? --- It is tempting however it is important to STOP eating others food. ☺ I know I do it too but we have to STOP . This is where the hidden pounds turn into kilos and it escalates. My friends with children tell me that... Continue Reading →
Give in to your cravings
Dieting shouldn’t be endurance or survival of the fittest. We all lose weight at our own speed, however when we are inspired we can all do so much more. Inspiration is a wonderful thing to move forward with our lives. It will be interesting to hear from my virtual friends to learn how your diets... Continue Reading →
Feeling slimmer already! Here’s how
Ok here we are on my day 3 and your day 1. I have already lost over 1 kilo (3 ½ ibs) and I feel inspired and trust I can inspire you. With a little tenacity we can all enjoy being our ‘better’ self. My tummy is already looking less domed and I am feeling... Continue Reading →
