3 Wise Monkeys, Mansfield Victoria Well, what a year 2020 was. Ups, downs, downs, ups, eating, sitting, watching series after series on Netflix, eating, drinking and well, more eating. No travelling overseas. None. Nada. Diddly squat. There was however, dreaming. Dreaming about all the amazing places we would go to when the borders reopened and … More 3 Wise Monkeys – Mansfield Victoria
Live jazz, belly warming whisky and delectable desserts are three things that scream to me ‘my kinda place’, and when I hear the word ‘Speakeasy’…… well you definitely have my attention. I envisage mood lighting, sipping cocktails out of vintage glasses, sophistication, style and smooth sounds of jazz. The whole idea is literally, music to … More The Signet Speakeasy
Melbourne Cup Carnival 2018 has nearly arrived. It’s so close I can almost hear it. The thunderous roar of the horses galloping past at record speed, in a quest to win the ultimate prize. The winner……. of the 2018 Melbourne Cup is ………. (usually not the one I back unfortunately). On that note, it’s time … More Melbourne Cup Carnival 2018
School holidays seem to come around fast and I find winter holidays can be a little challenging. Freezing cold weather often mean lots of time spent indoors, not ideal for active kids who love to run, jump and explore! This year, along with my cousin and her children, we decided to embrace the cold, rug … More Winter Wonderlights 2018 Sovereign Hill
Once upon a time, many moons ago it was the year 2000. I worked on Church St Richmond, land of the upmarket furniture stores and office blocks. A short stroll away was Swan Street, back then it was slightly grungy and sometimes a little seedy. Options for dining weren’t plentiful and entertainment consisted of a … More Fargo and Co.
The Caulfield Cup, a day on the calendar that sparks joy in the racing world. There is nothing quite like the buzz of a major racing event and the 2017 BMW Caulfield Cup was a day full of surprises, glitz, glamour and triumph. The air was electric with excitement. Racegoers immaculately dressed, looking very prim … More 2017 BMW Caulfield Cup Carnival
School holidays. A time of year that can spark moments of sheer panic and terror in parents. Logistics, trying to keep kids entertained, going through money like it’s burning a hole in your pocket and the best part, siblings annoying each other over the most ridiculous things (I once heard mine arguing over a rubber band, … More Road Trip to Sydney
Spring in Melbourne. Usually that would mean warmer days, defrosting, sunshine, and shorts. However this winter has felt like a long one, in fact as I wrote this, the wind is blowing so hard that birds are clinging for dear life onto branches and my pooch is curled up in a ball next to me, … More ICE ICE BABY – Olympic Ice Skating Centre
Travelling Soul Sister 