Category: LIFESTYLE

Keep love in the air with these Valentine’s Day drinks

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The day of love is almost upon us. Valentine’s Day is this 14 February so if you’re in need of a few beverage ideas for the menu, consider yourself on the right track with some of these winning cocktail ideas. Patron, Starlight Sangria This easy to make cocktail is best as a pre-dinner romantic punch enjoyed under the stars. Simply combine Citronge orange liqueur, Sauvignon Blanc, grapefruit juice, sparkling water, then pour Patron Silver into a pitcher add large chunks of ice, then garnish with grapefruit wheels and sprig of rosemary.  How to make your Sangria: ·                240 ml Patron Silver ·                240 ml Citronge Orange Liqueur ·                1 Bottle Sauvignon Blanc ·                120 ml Grapefruit Juice ·                120 ml Sparkling water ·                90 ml Simple syrup ·                Grapefruit wheels for garnish ·                Rosemary sprig for garnish Patron Silver is available in selected Dan Murphy’s, BWS, Liquorland, First Choice Liquor Market and Independent retailers for $89.95. The Ultimate Romantic Night Cap   GREY GOOSE, espresso martini coffee cocktail This easy to make cocktail will provide the perfect night cap to your romantic night at-home. Simply combine GREY GOOSE® Vodka, Single Origin espresso, coffee liqueur a pinch of salt and 3 coffee beans to garnish. Simply combine all ingredients into cocktail shaker and shake until icy-cold, then garnish with coffee beans.  How to make your GREY GOOSE® Vodka Espresso Martini: ·                50 ml GREY GOOSE® Vodka ·                30 ml Single Origin Espresso ·                20 ml Coffee Liqueur ·                + Pinch of Salt ·                3 Coffee Beans for Garnish GREY GOOSE® Vodka is available in selected Dan Murphy’s, BWS, Liquorland, First Choice Liquor Market and Independent retailers for $72.99. A… Read More

Skullcandy’s New Skull- iQ Earbuds have one big advantage over AirPods

Skullcandy earbuds

If ever you wanted an in-ear music experience that didn’t suck, then listen-up. Skullcandy’s all-new, intuitive voice-driven platform, Skull-iQ Smart Feature Technology is providing users with the ability to go completely hands-free, Skull-iQ debuts on both the Push Active Sport True Wireless and Grind True Wireless Earbuds. Unlike earbuds with Siri and Google Assistant built-in, the Hey Skullcandy command works entirely offline and alongside ANY phone operating system. As long as the earbuds are connected to a phone and paired with the Skullcandy companion app, the ‘Hey Skullcandy’ command works even without an active data/Wi-Fi connection. So for the iPhone users out there, you can officially kiss your AirPods goodbye. Or even if you’re yet to make your way into the world of wireless, voice activated sound and musical ecstasy, then these make for a good kick-off. Push Active is for those seeking an adventure-ready, durable fit, designed specifically for high-intensity activities. Push Active True Wireless Sport Earbuds are the ultimate audio partner, offering flexible over-ear hooks and water/sweat resistance. Alternatively, the Grind, aptly named, is your go-to for everyday errands and work-life routine. Grind True Wireless Earbuds are your strong and stable in-ear solution to doing it all, water/sweat/dust resistant with a truly premium sound.  For more and to get yourself a pair, head to the Skullcandy website

Top 5 reasons to invest in a real estate industry now

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Buying real estate properties is among the complex and lucrative forms of investment. To most, real estate investment has a great potential for success. Whether it is about generating wealth or earning some passive income, investment in real estate properties can be helpful in different ways. While many search online, read books, ask a friend to get the answers they need, many people still pinpoint the real reasons for investing in real estate. And the location’s not limited, either. People are looking globally for investment options, from as broad as Australia to as specific as real estate in Florida. So to help you, some experts have gathered enough reasons why you need to consider investing in real estate today: Investing in real estate properties will come with some tax advantages. You may deduct a few expenses linked to owning Wallan real estate property, including mortgage interest, cost of repairs, property insurance, property taxes, and property management fees, just to mention a few. If you are selling properties for more than you paid for them, the profit you get cannot be taxed as the income. Rather, it can be taxed as a capital gain that comes with lower tax rates. If you hold and buy real estate properties, you may get cash flow for renting them out. This increases the gains from owning a real estate property because you will depend on the appreciation and monthly rental income. While it might seem overwhelming to invest in real estate and get good tenants and manage your properties, there are… Read More

The 10 top countries to start an online casino

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A lot of money is being made in online casinos. Gambling has been permitted in many countries throughout the globe, and the business is multiplying. Even still, breaking into this sector isn’t simple. A thorough investigation of the finest sites to start your online casino business is a must if you’re considering it. Within this article, we are going to show you some tips to start your own online casino.   Online iGaming or online casinos The web-based platforms, termed online casinos, provide the basis of online gambling. Every game is presented in this area, where you may compete against either the casinos or other players. If you have a working internet connection and enough money, you can utilize them. If you want to gamble on a sporting event or game, you may do so via online betting platforms, which is referred to as “iGaming.” Betting on sporting events, gambling sites, and other games of chance or skill. An ideal online casino “Starting an online gambling is the finest business idea ever,” others have said. What are you waiting for?”  Even if that’s true to some degree, most individuals don’t comprehend the complexities of beginning an iGaming company. Humans believe that the advantages outweigh the disadvantages, but if you want to succeed in the gaming industry, you must have a long-term strategy. Choosing a location Choosing where to incorporate your firm is the first step. Online casino is permitted in several nations, but not all have the same tax rules and regulations.  Compare the various possibilities… Read More

7 tips to help you discover the best online casino to play

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There is no doubt that gambling in online casinos is fun and exciting. Choosing the right casino can, however, be tricky. The best place to start is always by setting your own expectations. What games do you enjoy, and are the bonus offers important to you? If you choose to do the research yourself, you can focus on a range of different factors. Some are more obvious than others – for example, making sure that the casino has a valid license. Customer support, range of games and payment methods are also things that you need to consider. How to find a great online casino It all begins with research, comparing interesting casino sites and what they offer. You can do it yourself by reading a lot of reviews. Another way is to make use of trusted sites like Aus casino. They usually list the best casino bonuses, VIP programs and other useful information at a glance. In addition, they often feature casino reviews that delve deeper into the pros and cons, testing out the support speed and availability, bonus terms and conditions and other factors. Below, Kim Pascoe, an expert in the industry, explains seven useful casino online tips that can help guide you when you decide if the casino you want to visit is worth it. 1. Set a budget Many of the online casino tips and advice for gambling are the same as for land-based casinos, knowing your budget limit is one of them. Gambling without deciding on a set amount of money… Read More

Meet your skin’s new workout thanks to Ole Henriksen’s latest moisturiser

Ole Henriksen’s Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturiser

Meet the new personal trainer for your skin – Ole Henriksen’s Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturiser. Packed with peptides, ceramides, collagen, & hyaluronic acid, this vegan, nutrient-rich moisturiser deeply hydrates and strengthens your moisture barrier all day, helping skin hold onto moisture better. Want to know more about the ‘moisture barrier’? It’s the outermost layer of your skin, otherwise known as the first line of defence. When your moisture barrier is strong, it keeps the good in, and the bad out. However, life stressors such as ageing, sun and pollution can weaken it, causing moisture to escape, leaving you with dull, dry, itchy or irritated skin. Strength Trainer works its magic with powerful ingredients your skin craves—amino acids, peptides, ceramides, collagen and hyaluronic acid—to bring moisture, bounce and resiliency back to all skin types, including sensitive and blemish-prone.  It’s a daily moisturiser that will fit into every skincare routine, with results.  The melting, balm-to-gel texture delivers rich hydration with an unexpectedly lightweight feel. And, with no added colourants (the pink tint comes from ingredients like vitamin B12) and naturally derived, refreshingly light scent, you’ll love your skin’s workout session even more. The important bits in short:   Vegan  Noncomedogenic  Anti-Pollution  Strengthens the moisture barrier all day  Instantly doubles hydration, boost elasticity & improves the look of fine lines & wrinkles  Recyclable glass jar Where to get it: Ole Henriksen Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturiser is available at sephora.com.au ($68) 

Ways to stay close to friends during quarantine

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During the pandemic, many people miss their friends, families, and partners. With the current situation requiring many of us to isolate at home and stay put as much as possible, meeting up for drinks or dinner is suddenly available only through social media and screens. The good news is that nowadays we’re lucky enough to have advanced technology at our disposal and can communicate without the need to spend extra money and waste time on long-distance calls or sending letters. Phones and computers allow us to call, text, and video chat at a moment’s notice. However, some people might still feel like something is missing. If that’s your experience, you can try a few ideas, from starting a book club on Zoom to playing remote board games or picking up a few new hobbies to occupy your time. Here are a few ideas that go beyond just a phone or video call, so you can stay close and connected with your friends during quarantine. Join an online class Taking classes online is one of the best ways to meet new people and make new friends. There are many options out there, and one of the most popular ones seems to be Skillshare. You can choose from over 10,000 classes, so there are plenty of options when it comes to picking an interesting course and staying connected to other people who share your interests. You can choose to join online art classes, take a photography course, or even go for something connected to personal development. For… Read More

3 ways to make travel more eco-friendly

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Everyone wants and needs the planet to be not just ‘okay’, but really, really thrive. We saw a lot of nature reclaim our polluted spaces over lockdowns around the world, remember? But the thing is, keeping the planet the paradise it is will take work. And everyone knows that popular places are not as clean as they could or should be, with the re-ignition of global travel contributing more than its fair share of pollution. What can we do about it? Here are the main ways of making your traveling better for the environment. Modernising airlines For decades, scientists have been thinking about how to make flying more environmentally friendly and reduce its impact on the environment. One way is to modernize the airline fleet. Of course, this way costs more than a National Casino jackpot, but it’s definitely worth it.  In December 2009, the Boeing Dreamliner 787 flew for the first time. And two years later it started commercial flights. The Dreamliner was the first airliner in history to be made of 50% carbon composite. Its predecessor (Boeing 777) had only 9%. The Boeing 787 is stronger and lighter than airplanes with aluminum fuselage. But most importantly, the engineers were able to reduce the fuel consumption of the airliner by 20% and with it the amount of harmful emissions. Engineers used even more advanced materials (52% of the weight of the aircraft) in the design of the Airbus A350. It was the first airliner of the concern, the fuselage and wings of which were… Read More

NFTs, cars and how a vehicle designer’s combining the two + WIN your own NFT

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Before about a year ago, the term ‘NFT’ had almost never been head before. But combine the highest recorded price of Bitcoin ever, the emergence of countless trading platforms for Crypto and the emergence of equally as countless artists and designers discovering what it means to create and sell NFTs, there’s been a BOOM in activity in the space. But what is it and why should you care? NFTs (non-fungible tokens) are pieces of digital collateral that can really be anything (such as drawings, music, your brain downloaded and turned into an AI), but a lot of the current excitement is around using the tech to sell digital art. The Verge explains what they are and how they work really well. They matter because of a few different reasons, but none so much as that they’re fast becoming a new store of value and collectible item, namely in art. Which is where Mike Turner comes into it. He’s the designer we’re referring to in the headline and his speciality is cars – or we should say Crypto-Carz specifically. A vehicle designer with over 25 years’ experience, Mike has started producing clunky-but-cute stylised CAD versions of iconic road and race cars – inspired by early Low Poly (low polygon count) video game graphics from his youth. His work is light-hearted Automotive escapism – but harnesses the same professional skills and techniques he uses daily as a professional designer and digital image creator. What he create comes from the heart – inspired by vehicles, eras and legends… Read More

Superstars in Sydney for Opera Australia’s ‘The Marriage of Figaro’

Marriage of Figaro Sydney Opera

It was in 2019 when Melbourne-born superstar soprano Stacey Alleaume took to the stage in Opera Australia’s The Marriage of Figaro as Susanna alongside Paolo Bordogna, tenor. It’s now in 2022 that the illustrious Australian opera company is bringing back the legendary tale – with Stacey in the role she performed all-too-well – that brought us its renowned overture from 27 January to 18 February 2022 at the Joan Sutherland Theatre, Sydney Opera House. With three vocal talents that comprise some of the world’s finest singers, the production this summer won’t be one to miss. A regular on the stage of Milan’s Teatro alla Scala and opera houses around Europe, impressive Italian baritone Mario Cassi will debut as the Count, a role he has perfected in Liege and Dresden. Stellar Russian soprano Ekaterina Morozova will debut as the Countess, a role she performed at the Bolshoi in late 2021, and rising star Venetian bass-baritone Tommaso Barea debuts, as Figaro himself, opposite celebrated Australian soprano Stacey Alleaume as clever servant Susanna. Based on a play that was initially banned for its anti-aristocratic undertones, this sharp cat-and-mouse comedy that heroes the underclass will delight and entertain audiences as it has done since its 1786 debut in Vienna. The Marriage of Figaro is a lovable tale that has brought us such recognisable tunes as the one above and the beautiful, floaty Sull’Aria, sung by two characters Countess Almaviva who dictates to Susanna (Stacey Alleaume) the invitation to a tryst addressed to the countess’ husband in a plot to expose his… Read More