It seems that all too often we’re either too busy or too self-critical to stop for a moment and smell the roses we’ve planted. Just taking that moment to enjoy what you’ve cultivated – no matter what it is – is incredibly important and powerful. This Weekly Edition has provided a lot of those moments … Read more
With so much going on recently – compared to this time last year when nothing was really allowed to happen – we’ve got quite a bit to catch up on in this Edition. Not to mention it’s my birthday today! We’ve got a local brewery rebrand to tell you all about, great burger finds, movie … Read more
From the moment the ancient Maya began roasting fermented cacao beans, the world’s favourite confectionary has been on quite the journey. Adding to chocolate’s rich history, Remco Brigou – head chocolatier of Koko Black – gives us the lowdown on Australia’s favourite chocolate brand. For more than 4000 years, chocolate has evolved through many hands. … Read more
Australia is now a year on from being seriously affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. And while we watch the world continue to battle with this terrible threat, Christina and I find ourselves thankfully distracted by a few happy dates to celebrate. In this Edition, we have some important anniversaries – both our own and other … Read more
With March picking up the slack, Sydney has finally patted summer on the bum and sent it to bed. Some people are sad when this happens, but I welcome it. Autumn in Sydney is probably my favourite season. It’s still warm in the day, but evenings cool down enough to warrant duvets, jackets, comfort food … Read more
For well over a century, International Women’s Day has celebrated, empowered, informed and inspired, and above all has enforced change. And this March 8th, we’re raising a glass to the amazing women in winemaking and distilling. Christina and I are indelibly connected to International Women’s Day. March 8th is our wedding anniversary, but it’s not … Read more
Whenever Christina and I look for stories, we generally always try to create that mix of travel, food, culture, venues and lifestyle. I think we’ve hit the bullseye with this one. This Edition also has a lot of firsts for us. Our first (extended) visit to Wollongong, our first vegan yum cha, our first time … Read more
Filling the room with a beautiful scent while allowing the glow of a single candle to flicker light around the room – what better way is there to set the scene? These hand-poured candles by Clare Makes are the perfect mood-maker. Plus: win a Christina & Jim Martini candle and a cocktail on us! Read … Read more
A good friend of ours maintains that the year really begins on the 1st of February. And I think this year has shown that perfectly. I mean, where has January gone? To make sure we haven’t forgotten the best bits though, here’s a quick highlights reel of the last few weeks. The start to 2021 … Read more
Whether it’s Valentine’s Day, an anniversary or just a thoughtful gesture, choosing a romantic gift is quite tricky. To help you think outside the chocolate box, we’ve put together a shortlist of ideas to inspire you. It’s often hard not to go down the generic route when it comes to romantic gifts – flowers, cologne, … Read more