Murray’s Brewery, Port Stephens
Why would you want to go to a brewery? Why would you even bother? It’s just a smelly old building full of blokes talking about beer, drinking beer and making … Read more
Mr Romance
Sydney Staycation – Establishment Hotel, Sydney
If it’s old-world charm combined with the luxury of top-class Sydney accommodation you’re after, Merivale’s Establishment Hotel ticks some serious boxes. And if it’s location you want, you can’t get … Read more
4×4 driving, gluten-free cooking and a very rare scotch
Poor Mrs Romance is still struggling along with her broken toe. She’s got such a busy month ahead. In the next three weeks, she’s got trips to two different states … Read more
Peekaboo Bar, Woolloomooloo, Sydney
Tucked away in a Bourke Street terrace, Peekaboo Bar* captures the heart and soul of what small bars should be. It’s cozy, welcoming and articulate; its style is upbeat and … Read more
Ultimate pub food – totchos
For years there’s been a void between the humble pub chip and it’s south-of-the-border cousin, nachos. Thanks to our recent trip to San Francisco, the missing link has now been … Read more
Midweek dining – Chinaman Dumpling
I think I’ve just got why finding a midweek feed is so tough. It’s because it’s a total balancing act. As you’re thinking of somewhere to go, your mind is … Read more
Our Instagram Diary – a new gin, a new bar and a new bloggers’ workshop
I love this time of year in Sydney. Yes, it’s the end of summer, but the nights are still long – but much cooler, the humidity’s much lower and the … Read more
Wine of the month – would you buy dessert wine?
Dessert wine is a funny drink. It quite often has a polarizing effect on people – they either hate it or love it. Perhaps that’s because it’s been poorly represented … Read more
Things to do in Vegas – our Elvis wedding
Bright light city gonna set my soul Gonna set my soul on fire. All you need’s a strong heart and a nerve of steel Viva Las Vegas! Viva Las Vegas! … Read more
Little Blog Big – learn how to blog like a pro
Getting started on your blog and developing it into a community can be tough. But Little Blog Big will turn you into a blogging Jedi master! Mrs Romance and Carly … Read more