What’s so good about Rick Stein at Bannisters?
When it comes to seafood, it doesn’t get much better than at famous chef Rick Stein’s restaurant in Bannisters by the Sea on the South Coast of New South Wales. … Read more
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Where to stay on the NSW South Coast – Bannisters by the Sea hotel review
All the romance of a nostalgic old-school motel and the theatre of a luxury boutique with every comfort at your fingertips. Bannisters by the Sea – just three hours south … Read more
A South Coast trip, a new kind of coffee and a brave book giveaway
Farewell March, hello April! I don’t know about you, but this year seems to be going at two different speeds for us. It’s zooming by on one hand, and yet … Read more
How to make traditional seafood paella
Probably Spain’s most recognisable dish, paella is a delicious mix of saffron-infused rice and any range of ingredients, but especially seafood. Here’s how to make the perfect seafood paella inspired … Read more
Jets and Sharks but no fat lady – Opera Australia’s West Side Story
With all the finger-clicking swing and swagger of Broadway and Hollywood, the romance and tragedy of Shakespeare and the gusto of opera, Opera Australia’s West Side Story is a trifecta … Read more
A Brisbane visit, a paella lesson and a Harbourside Story
After last week’s trip to Melbourne, Christina is back on the road on another hair odyssey with Samsung and Optus – this time in Brisbane. Not only was the launch … Read more
Where to stay in Naples, Italy – Hotel Piazza Bellini
The Hotel Piazza Bellini tells Naples’ story with a sense of fun and place. Within the walls of a 16th Century Neapolitan palace in the very heart of Naples, this … Read more
10 things you should know about the Amalfi Coast before you go
Italy’s Amalfi Coast is one of the most beautiful parts of the world. Golden red towns nestled amongst steep cliffs flow down to the shimmering blue sea. But before you … Read more
Tales of two cities, whiskey pioneers and wine couture
This week is a tale of two cities – Jim is in Sydney and I’m in Melbourne. As part of my work with Hair Romance, I’m down here working with … Read more
Food with a view – The Ternary, Sydney
Imagine you’re in the sweet spot of a Venn diagram of dining. You sit at the central meeting point of three elements of food and drink, and cherry pick the … Read more