Last-minute gifts for men
People say being spontaneous is very romantic… and that’s what you’re doing if you’ve left buying presents till the last minute. It’s got nothing to do with being disorganised or … Read more
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An incredible storm, a date with Oprah and some serious #foodporn
Our week this week started out feeling very tranquil. This always worries me – especially around this time of year – as it usually means there’s a shitstorm coming. Sure … Read more
Burgers, brunches and a day trip to Adelaide
It’s finally here – the final month of the year. December. It’s expensive, it’s busy, it’s totally nuts. As the year winds up, we’re all running around trying to organise … Read more
The season’s first Christmas party, my first speaking gig and the coolest dinner venue in Sydney
Ok. Who said it was all right for November to up and bugger off? It’s not right, you know. I certainly wouldn’t have signed off on it. And there’s no … Read more
Sydney’s heatwave, a brand new small bar and the last Little Blog Big of 2015
You can always tell when the Sydney summer’s really underway when sunsets start looking like this one. It’s the start of a week billed to have the second hottest November … Read more
5 reasons why breakfast in bed sucks and 3 meals that make it better
I hate breakfast in bed. There. I said it. Mrs Romance and many, many others like her love it though. So in an effort to change my mind, Mrs Romance … Read more
Brisbane, a distillery road trip and the capital of Australia
As you probably know, we love travelling. It’s the best. So when Mrs Romance turned to me the other day looking all wistful and pointed out we hadn’t been anywhere … Read more
A choc dinner, San Diego rooftop bars and a fishing party with a difference
The week’s really zipped by to the point where I’ve only just realised – 2 days late – that it’s November already! I’ve got a feeling it’s going to be … Read more
A storm, lunch out west and Sydney Craft Beer Week
What a week! The sun’s been out a lot more, which spells the beginning of summer proper, but then so have the storms. And if you’re like us, you’ll love … Read more
A power cut, a night in and our trip to Tasmania
In the past, I relished the thought of having the run of the house while Mrs Romance was away on a work trip. But this time – when she was away … Read more