Mr Romance 
And we’re off! Finally the day of departure has come and we’ve winged our way to South East Asia at last. It’s been an adventurous week for the both of us and while our poor hometown of Sydney soaks and gurgles under a terrible deluge that’s hit the east coast of Australia very hard, we’re … Read more
Venice is famous for its gondolas, its canals and its ancient crumbling buildings. But after you’ve seen St Marks Square, walked over the Rialto Bridge and floated along the Grand Canal, what else is there to do? Here are our 5 must-do tips for Venice, Italy. Whatever you do, don’t go to Venice. That’s what … Read more
I honestly can’t believe it’s the end of May already. Even the weather only now seems to be coming to terms with it – this week’s been chilly in Sydney. Friends back home would laugh, shrug off their T-shirts and be glowing red in 5 minutes, but to my thinned out blood, 13°C is cold! … Read more
A good burger is a truly wonderful thing – a real delight. Far from the atrocities many a fast food joint throws at us, a well-made burger full of high quality ingredients makes for one of the best meals. Here’s our recipe to celebrate the International Burger Month of May. It warms my heart to see … Read more
Sydney markets have become one of the best parts of the city in recent years. There have been a few that have been going for decades that everyone knows about, but here are 9 local Sydney markets that you should definitely not miss! From London’s Borough Markets to a hawker’s village stall in Thailand, the … Read more
It’s weird to think that this will be our last week in the country for a couple of weeks! That’s right, we’re packing our bags and heading for the skies. And about time, right? It’s been a while since we’ve been overseas – especially for Mrs Romance – so we’re really really excited about June! … Read more
Everyone knows Bondi. It’s one of the most famous beaches in the world, and certainly one of the most beautiful too. But once you’ve taken in the sights, had a dip and brushed off the sand, what else is there to do? Here’s our guide to 24 hours in Bondi. A key element to life … Read more
The Cottage Restaurant in Scone, NSW is one of those places that take you by surprise. With service, food and ambience that would be right at home in the capital cities, this restaurant sets the bar for the Upper Hunter Region. And for you city slickers expecting nothing but hay bails for seats and ute … Read more
It’s been the best week this week. Apart from this amazing sunset, we’ve been busy celebrating birthdays (mine included), attending an excellent conference in Bondi, and exploring some of Sydney’s hidden spots and fun food festivals. And for my sins, I’ve just joined Snapchat. I’m at @jim.butcher if you’re into this kind of thing. I’m … Read more
Every year, in early May, the little town of Scone in New South Wales lights up. As the horse capital of Australia, the Scone Horse Festival is one of the best times of year to come and discover how things are done in the country. We love visiting rural areas of Australia. Finding that lost … Read more