Author Archives: melbourne

Liminal Treats at Melbourne Fringe Festival

Half-naked cavemen bathing in radioactive goop, techno wizards worshipping an unheard beat and a witchdoctor draped in power cords are all characters you will ‘scientifically monitor’ on your journey to the future in Scratch Arts new show Liminal Treats at…

Oysters and champagne

Stella Dazzles on Chapel Street

“Oh they are finally open!” exclaimed my plus one with a genuine look of excitement in his eyes. I had just let him know that we were about to check out Chapel Street’s newest dining destination, Stella. Later that night over…

Double the fun at Tia Maria’s Two of a Kind Party

Tia Maria turned on the charm at Nick and Nora’s retro glam bar. Lucky competition winners brought their bestie for a Two of a Kind themed party, with free cocktails, canapés and Client Liaison. The guests’ dress code matched the…

Halloween Ends

This is Laurie Strode’s last stand. Nearly 45 years after first terrorising audiences in cinemas across the world, Halloween Ends is the horror franchise’s terrifying conclusion as Laurie Strode faces off for the last time against the embodiment of evil,…

Hidden Bars & Creepy Tales: Drinking History Tours

Fancy a fright with your pint (or piña colada)? On a very cold and rainy winter night in Melbourne, my plus one and I ventured down a laneway off Melbourne’s iconic Queen Victoria Market. While it was chilly outside, we…

Ticket to Paradise

Is there a better on-screen couple than George and Julia? Ticket to Paradise sees Academy Award winners George Clooney and Julia Roberts reunite on the big screen as exes who find themselves on a shared mission to stop their lovestruck daughter…

Octopus cooked with bean sauce

Danny Russo cooks up a storm at Zagame’s House

Chickpeas and other legumes traditionally don’t sound like they would make for a good event, but last night my Plus One and I got a pleasant surprise. We were asked to visit Lygon Street’s lovely hotel & bar, Zagame’s House,…

Stay Healthy with Marley Spoon and Dinnerly

For many of us, it’s felt harder than ever to stay healthy and happy. COVID, the flu, and increasing supply chain disruptions have impacted many of us. Combine that with the winter blues, and it’s a recipe for disaster. As…