Mr Romance 
An Englishman, a vegan and a vegetarian walk into the best pork restaurant in town… sounds like the start of a bad joke, doesn’t it? Well, it’s not. It’s a true story. The other day I was talking to a couple of my mates about their dietary choices. One of them – Steve – is a … Read more
It’s been a pretty darn fine week here at Romance HQ. I’m still enjoying the fall-out from my birthday last week, Mrs R has set up a social media master class for next month and we’ve both had time to reflect on a few of the awesome places we’ve been recently. Read on for our reviews of … Read more
It’s surprising that Sydney hasn’t had her own distillery for so long. Thankfully, the guys at Archie Rose have more than made up for the 162-year drought. Their set-up is beautifully styled, their ingredients are as Australian as can be and the bar is exquisite. Archie Rose is one of those companies that non-believers would … Read more
The Fraser Coast has everything, from the dunes and rainforest of the world’s largest sand island with its wild, purebred dingo population and crystal blue lakes to the ocean abound with migrating humpbacks and a coastline of the purest natural beauty. Only a place like Australia could combine so many oddities of nature in one … Read more
Isn’t the idea of having high tea lovely? A tower of plates, each one full of tiny delectables, a choice of tea, perhaps a sneaky glass of sparkling… see: lovely. But at the Hydro Majestic in the Blue Mountains, NSW, they take this quaint little meal very seriously. Here it’s an experience. Coming late to … Read more
This has been a great week for us. Birthdays, parties, feasts, roadtrips, hanging out with amazing friends… you can’t really ask for much more than that, can you? Here’s how it all unfolded… Today’s my birthday! That’s right, I can now legally buy alcohol in the USA. Hey! I heard that snort! I personally think … Read more
When I think of Bali, my mind fills up with images of paradise. Sunsets over pristine beaches, cocktails by a gleaming pool, open-air dining in the warm evening air and my only worry is what I’m going to drink next. Potato Head Beach Club ticks all these boxes. Potato Head Beach Club is the kind … Read more
It’s clear from the moment that you walk through its doors that Charlotte Café is the hub of Birchgrove; a homely, creative suburb on the Balmain Peninsular, Sydney. And with its recent renovations, Charlotte feels even more like a home away from home. To say that we felt welcome when we walked in sells Charlotte … Read more
The view of the Harbour City from this angle could never get boring, could it? And after all the rain, we’re looking forward to a considerably drier Sydney – at least for a little while. It’s been a busy week here at Romance HQ – though things aren’t looking like quietening down. Watch our feed … Read more
When I think of the word mocktail, I usually have the image of something full of sweet fruit juice and over-compensating garnishes. Not something I could happily swap for a full-fat drink. However, this espresso caipirinha mocktail really hits the spot. Whether you’re driving, pregnant or on a detox, finding an alternative alco-free tipple can … Read more