A letter to my pre-Kokoda self
It is a wet, rainy, Sunday afternoon in Brisbane as I write this. Tomorrow I am off on one of the biggest adventures of my life, with my husband and son beside me, along with my best friend from school, her husband […]
Opinion
The Sailor by Carole Horne
Carole HorneAs a writer, news reporter, documentary maker and lifestyle television producer, Carole’s professional raison d’etre for more than 30 years has been uncovering Brisbane’s secrets (both dodgy and delightful). Happily, the latter are in far greater supply! Carole lives in Brisbane’s […]
Mark Cupples: the business of being slim
The weight loss industry is big business. Chances are if you’ve spent money joining a program to lose weight, you’ve probably tried a couple of other methods too. You’ve probably eaten low fat, no fat, gluten free, dairy free, paleo, high protein, […]
Mitoki: get carried away
Driving southward over the Story Bridge, you are very likely to notice the khaki green Il Mundo Hotel to your left. This high visibility hotel is the home of Mitoki – a Japanese tapas restaurant. Highlights: Deep fried lotus root chips Agedashi […]
In the pink!
This past week we’ve put the pink on for Mater Chicks in Pink; we’ve put our pinkies out while we sipped tea at the She High Tea and we were in the pink at the Country Music Muster chatting to James Blundell. […]
Normalness and the power of imperfection
The Odd Bunch, it says on the pack. But what they are, in fact, (along with clever marketing) is the anomalies of the carrot industry, bagged up and sold cheap: the equal opportunity of the vegetable world – ensuring even the bumpiest, […]
Pretty in Pink, Sizzling in Red
There was so much going on in South East Queensland in the last week, but we did our best to get around. Here are two of our highlights: the very sweet Molly Ringwald and the sizzling Prestige’s Fire and Ice night! Life […]
Tug of War by Madison Manning
Madison ManningMadison Manning grew up in Brisbane, and is currently studying English and History within an Education degree. She likes to distract herself with all things artsy as much as she can; reading, writing, drawing, and playing music (violin, guitar and singing). […]
You woke me by Madison Manning
Madison ManningMadison Manning grew up in Brisbane, and is currently studying English and History within an Education degree. She likes to distract herself with all things artsy as much as she can; reading, writing, drawing, and playing music (violin, guitar and singing). […]
Emma’s Healthy Chicken Schnitzel & Sweet Potato Mash
This recipe was the result of a hunt for a healthy recipe that would satiate my comfort food cravings. Most searches for quick, healthy dinner ideas produce a wealth of salad options, but in this blanket-wearing weather, salad just doesn’t hit the […]
What the Wallabies have taught my sons
As a mother of three sons I have spent a large portion of my life standing beside a rugby field: in torrential rain, searing heat and gale force winds. My rugby handbag contains all necessary essentials – sunscreen , spare mouthguards, a […]
Logies and Latin lovers
On the red carpet at the Logies Sorry to name drop, but of course we were there! It was an experience of a lifetime for us to walk the red carpet and be amongst the glitz and glamour of the 58th TV […]
Hawthorne Garage: the joy of food
Dan and Andy’s Hawthorne Garage lured me in with its free WiFi but truly earned my love with a wholesome-grocer-meets-café vibe. Highlights: Salmon and cream cheese bagel Almond milk flat white Coffee served with a mini gingerbread man Gourmet cheeses and cured […]
All at sea
Brisbane was bursting with activities this week and we struggled to pick the best two to bring you. But we definitely could smell the salt air at the Polo by the Sea and Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea with a nautical-theme! Land ho! […]
To kiss or not to kiss? The work pucker-up!
What are your thoughts on corporate kissing? On cheek-kissing colleagues? On ‘x’ sign-offs in work-related emails? Back in my previous life as a solicitor, I never encountered any form of corporate kissing (well, excluding, of course, the lip-on-lip variety that may occur […]
Felix for Goodness: Bar and Café
Felix for Goodness: Bar and Café I found this little gem on a hunt for a café in the CBD that served almond milk coffee. It’s tucked in down Burnett Lane off Albert Street, right near the centre of Queen Street Mall. […]
From Greece to Spain and we never left Brisbane!
It’s been a big week and we’ve been busy… we’ve travelled to two great locations but never left Brisbane! Champagne Club Spanish Fusion Champagne called and so we headed off to the Champagne Club’s Spanish Fusion night at the Prestige Bar in […]
In the clouds at the Camilla Soiree
We were delighted to be part of the Camilla Soiree On Sunday 15 May with a group of like minded Camilla lovers! Organised by the fabulous Giselle Latta, there were flower crowns adorning every head at the gorgeous “Madame Hedges” at Cloudland […]
Inala and me
I haven’t seen the SBS series Struggle Street, but I have seen the news lately and the hype/furore (depending on which side of the fence you sit) regarding the much talked about series and it’s apparent intentions to film the second season […]
For every woman who has a hammer and is afraid to use it …
To every woman out there who has a hammer and is afraid to use it, I’ve got the workshop for you. Let me explain … Founder, Creative Director and Chief Ideas Girl, Meg Solly, is used to being the only woman on […]