Mr Romance 
Last week was pretty food heavy, so we were intending to have a slightly ‘lighter’ week this week, but things often don’t happen the way you plan them! My good intentions are doomed from the start really, as I’ve agreed to take up an eating challenge on Saturday. Let’s just say the ‘steaks’ are high. … Read more
This week’s Friday Drinks says hola to May and Cinco de Mayo – a Mexican day of celebration countries all over the world have taken to. And to drink, we’ll be serving the ‘Michelada’ Mexican Bloody Mary – a fiery beer-based cocktail that shoves its gringo cousin to the floor! As 5th May is a … Read more
When did the request for ‘a quick shoulder rub’ become such a chore? When we first got together, I’d regularly offer – yes, offer – to give Mrs Romance a whole body massage! These days, far from a remedial rub-down, and even further from the romantic oil massage of old, the thumbs-in-the-back prodding that often … Read more
I love cooking curries – especially for Mrs Romance. Over the next few Wednesdays I’ll be telling you how I cook my favourite Indian dishes in our curry series. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do! When I go out for a curry, I love the little sundry side dishes you can … Read more
The most colourful island of Venice’s archipelago, Burano is the unsung diamond in the Venetian crown. Venice, Italy is one of the most extraordinary places on Earth. Romance flows down its canals like the many little boats, gondolas and vaporetti that float along its waterways. The whole city is a living, floating museum, but there’s … Read more
It’s strange starting the week on a Tuesday, but thanks to Easter, we get to miss out on the usual Monday-itis. It’s also the ANZAC Day public holiday this Friday, so this week is going to be very short indeed! Mrs Romance starts off this little week with a morning run down by the Harbour. … Read more
Anzac Day is a very special day for Australians and New Zealanders. It’s the day we take to remember and reflect on the sad losses our armed forces have suffered in conflicts in WWI and since. It’s also a day to remember the old ways and to celebrate our culture. There’s nothing much more Australian … Read more
The Cottage Bar and Kitchen on Darling Street, Balmain feels just like home. Or at least like Grandma’s. We sat in what would probably be Granny’s front room, round the corner from the main bar and just near the kitchen. It was a comfortable little spot surrounded by old kitchen tools and odd little pictures. … Read more
I love cooking curries – especially for Mrs Romance. Over the next few Wednesdays I’ll be telling you how I cook my favourite Indian dishes in our curry series. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do! This is one of my very favourite curries. The way the eggplant absorbs all the curry … Read more
It’s probably true to say it’s not healthy to spend all week thinking about when it’ll end. But this time, I don’t think we’re alone – after all, it’s Easter long weekend! Mrs Romance kicks off this week’s Instagram Diary with a beautiful shot of the Sydney skies between rain storms. It’s been a wet … Read more