I grew up during a time watching science fiction films, such as Star Wars and Star Trek where it was assumed mankind and extraterritorial life form co-existed side by side. There was rarely a question in these films of where Yoda, Wookie or Ewoks came from in Star Wars or how it came about that…
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10 comedians to see at the Sydney Comedy Festival | Sydney
Who is up for a good laugh this month and next? I picked up the brochure at the Hayden Orpheum Cinemas for the 10th Annual Sydney Comedy Festival to be held from 22 April to 17 May 2014 the other day. Flicking through it, I wondered how on earth anyone who hasn’t seen any of…
5 things I would buy again from Salt Meats Cheese | Shopping
In the heart of industrial Alexandria in Sydney lies a fine food deli, Salt Meats Cheese that is all about quality. I know it has been open to the public for awhile but it wasn’t until I tried one of their cooking classes that I actually had a proper look around and did my grocery…
6 Intriguing Films to Watch Out For
For this month and next, there are no shortage of new film releases – from main stream special effect flicks to brilliantly casted comedy dramas. Here are my picks. #1 The Grand Budapest Hotel The Grand Budapest Hotel recounts the adventures of Gustave H, a legendary concierge at a famous European hotel between the wars,…
Eating Healthy: 5 reasons why you must do Bridget Davis’ Cooking Class | Alexandria
I don’t know about you but I’m pretty time poor these days but at the same time I recognise the need to maintain good health to keep up with my pretty active lifestyle. Don’t wait until you get sick (or someone close to you gets sick) before you start paying attention to what you are…
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia 2014 | Eveleigh
What is it about fashion that draws our attention? I love fashion because of the way it can makes you feel. Fashion creates a visual illusion in a fleeting moment, a practical form of art, portraying the way you look in the best possible light. On the other hand, the versatility of fashion can also…
Adopt a Nomad from The Karton Group | Shopping
A nomad is a person with no settled home, who moves from place to place. That’s exactly the best word to describe The Karton Group’s recycled, double-wall cardboard modules – versatile enough to create permanent or temporary partitions for your home or office. An old school pal was offering a good home for the Nomads…
3 reasons to see 2001: A Space Odyssey this Friday | Cremorne
2001: A Space Odyssey, a 1968 classic was released well before I was born and has its own cult followers. My true obsession with science fiction only really began when I was at university and I proudly admit, a Trekky, but not the old stuff, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager and beyond…and anything involving…
Secret to the perfect steak with Chophouse Chef Scott Kim | Sydney CBD
As a city professional, I am always in search for establishments suitable for a business lunch in the Sydney CBD. The criteria I’m looking for is a discreet destination to eat while schmoozing and scheming that deal. Chophouse, a New York styled steakhouse on Bligh Street is a rustic yet classy establishment for clinching deals…
Top 3 lighted hearted French films to watch | Around Australia
The Alliance Francaise French Film Festival 2014 is now on and there is a good selection of great French flicks to keep you entertained. I’ve always found French films a little quirky than the normal mainstream flicks and these films always manage to make me smile or have a good laugh. Even the animated French films are interesting. I…