“A dash of champagne, a flourish of canapés, a handful of stores, a pinch of pampering and a whole heap of freebies.” That’s the vision statement of the company behind the Ladies Night Out (LNO) pop-up events. LNO Australia offers…
Engulfed by the subtle harrows of the ocean — unswayed by the gusting, chilled winds — stood the the majestic UNESCO National heritage listed island, by the name Cockatoo. This island stood erect with pride in the current day, still managing to maintain…
In the lead-up to The Coffee Experience, BeanScene magazine went out to for a round of taste-test and let the residents decide which coffee they thought took the crown. Watch to find out who came out on top.
On Monday night, Australian performers from contemporary and classical stages in comedy, dance, plays and musicals came together to celebrate the annual Helpmann Awards night. Glittering stars graced the red carpet allowing just enough time for photographers to capture their…
In week five of my journey into french cuisine, the Julia Childs in me lay dead as my team and I navigated through a few disasters. First, one of us (Pravin, really?? – we’re friends by now!) folded all of…
On Tuesday night The Plus Ones gleefully attended the launch party of the Morrison Oyster Festival, a terrific event whereby the champagne was fizzing, the whisky was flowing and the oysters were absolutely spectacular The event took place at The…
Provence’s culinary landscape remains virtually unspoilt through the centuries. It is said that France’s gastronomy practice is slow moving; recipes don’t evolve much over time. Technique as well as method is very much preserved. This week, Ann’s first choice of…
To the French, Bastille Day seems to be about freedom. The storming of the Bastille took place on 14 July 1789 and marked the beginning of the French Revolution. The Bastille was a prison and a symbol of the absolute…
Like any good performance, an opera will transport you to another place. The scene, setting, costumes, and music should hold and absorb you in a fantasy. Opera Australia’s production of ‘Don Carlos’ does just that. Many regard ‘Don Carlos’ to…
Even the mightiest of wills give way when you realize Bastille Day is half-way through your attempt at “Dry July.” This was further accentuated with the incredible BBR (Bleu Blanc Rouge) French World Festival, in the lead-up last weekend, which…