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40 years of the rich, famous and fabulous: Robert Rosen’s exhibition at the Powerhouse Museum Sydney

Paul McCartney

Coming this August, the work of renowned, polirte paparazzi, Robert Rosen, is on display at Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum in Ultimo. Over the course of his 40-plus year career, Robert Rosen documented glittering parties, concerts, fashion events and nightclubs across Australia, London and Europe. He captured the rich, famous and fabulous for the fashion and social pages for leading newspapers and magazines. He defied the perceived image of the pushy, intrusive paparazzi, instead approaching with a polite and discreet approach that earned him the respect and trust of his subjects. Carrying two or three cameras around his neck, with a glass of champagne in hand, he became a fixture in the social scene, capturing intimate portraits that conveyed the mood and energy of the times.  With huge names in his spread, his work’s some to be seen! Think Paul McCartney, Bryan Ferry CBE, Elle McPherson, Peter Morrissey, Divine, Paul Capsis, Nina Simone, Boy George, Yves Saint Laurent, Andy Warhol, Grace Jones, Kylie Minogue, Nicole Kidman, Luciano Pavarotti, Barry Humphries, Lady Sonia McMahon, Elton John and Michael Hutchence. See the ‘Glitterati’ exhibition at the Powerhouse Museum, 500 Harris St, Ultimo from 6 August 2021 – 25 April 2022. Free entry. See more at the Powerhouse Museum site

New modern Chinese restaurant, Lucky Kwong opens in Eveleigh

Lucky Kwong Sydney

From Potts Point to Eveleigh, you can’t escape Kylie. Lucky Kwong is a casual Australian-Cantonese cafeteria-style eatery, featuring some of Kylie’s best-known dishes for dine in or takeaway. This is the first time since Kylie’s beloved Carriageworks Farmers Market stall, that her food will be so accessible. Named after a child she and her husband lost, Lucky’s got some emotional roots, helping Kylie on a personal journey of rediscovery and the benefit’s in the output. he menu will be small, with daily specials showcasing producers and fellow chef collaborators and will feature some Kylie Kwong favourites – from prawn dumplings and Uncle Jimmy’s noodles to caramelised pork belly with Davidson’s plum, stir-fried Boon Luck Farm vegetables with tofu, and steamed savoury pancakes with toppings like Fish Butchery’s yellowfin tuna and XO. Kylie will continue to work with small, sustainable producers, many of whom she has long-standing relationships with, and will incorporate native edible plants as she has done for the past 10 years. Find out more and make a booking at the Lucky Kwong website. Lucky Kwong  2 Locomotive Street, Eveleigh, 2015 NSW  02 8377 1878 Open: Monday- Friday lunchtime 11am- 2.30pm for walk-ins and takeaway

The Ivy Sydney reinvents itself after dark, becomes the city’s first super club

ivy Sydney club

Think a huge dance floor and a world-class super club space, fostering the energy and freedom of a festival every weekend. Thsi is the new ivy. Supercharged with outstanding production and diverse music curation, ivy’s main building is now an adaptable live music event space that reflects the evolution of Sydney’s nightlife at large. From big room house to disco and drag, no two nights will look, feel or sound the same.  The ivy’s always been a staple go-to in the heart of Sydney’s city, but now, it’s a no-brainer. Complete with Sunday offerings for those who love a session, Lost Paradise and Lost Sundays will launch at ivy on 30 May as a weekly Sunday party. Embracing the fun and freedom of dance music, Lost Sundays takes its inspiration from the playful world of music festivals in both its aesthetic and spirit. In keeping with its music festival ethos, the colourful weekly day party will encourage eclecticism from its DJs, with a focus on house, disco and techno.  For more info and excitement, head to the Merivale nightlife website.

The Winter Village returns to Fed Square, Melbourne this Thursday!

Melbourne Fed Square

Melbourne is officially back to life! The Winter Village is returning to Federation Square, right in the heart of the city, this Thursday. The alpine-inspired winter wonderland will be open daily and will run for three months, from 13th May – 29th August. The overhaul of the space will see The Skyline Terrace at Federation Square transformed into a 1635m2 winter wonderland, complete with an ice skating rink, an igloo village, daily snow showers and food & drink pop ups serving the ultimate cosy comfort food. Book now, get a private igloo and while away an afternoon or evening. For more information and more info about what’s on, head to thewintervillage.com.au

5 must-do Melbourne Good Food Month events this June

Food Month

Life’s basically normal again and with the annual Melbourne Good Food Month back on this year – safely – it’s time to plan what you’re going to hit up. Here are five feature events to add to the diary. Flower Drum x Neil Perry Where? Flower Drum | 6pm, 6:30pm & 7pm, Tuesday, 1 June | $220 Good Food Month couldn’t think of a better way to kick off Melbourne Good Food Month than with Flower Drum x Neil Perry. We wanted to go big – so we asked the country’s most hatted chef (149 at last count), Neil Perry, to collaborate with Melbourne’s culinary institution, Flower Drum for something truly exclusive. Neil has curated a one-off special menu filled with his favourite Flower Drum dishes – some of which are on the menu and some of which are the secret off-menu dishes made especially for Neil when he visits. Tickets include multiple courses plus a Q&A with the chefs.  Get tickets here Esmay Pop-up with Bar Liberty Where? Bar Liberty | 5:30pm, 6pm, 8pm & 8:30pm, Tuesday 15 June | $140 Good things happen when you pair Alanna Sapwell’s travelling restaurant, Esmay, with Melbourne’s hatted wine and dine masterpiece, Bar Liberty. Both have a focus on seasonal produce, and both live on that axis where creativity meets comfort.  Alanna’s touring Esmay around the country with Good Food Month, with all events in Brisbane, Canberra & Perth selling out in a flash, so we recommend snapping up tickets early as tickets are limited to this Melbourne… Read More

What to do in Perth this Mother’s Day

Catering food

It’s Mother’s Day in Australia soon and if you’re not getting her gift – like any gift ideas from our Mother’s Day gift guide for 2021 – then lunch is where it’s at. And if you’re in Perth; we’ve got your sorted. Here are three picks of where to take her. The Ritz-Carlton, Perth: Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea Delight mum this Mother’s Day with a special Afternoon Tea celebration at Hearth Restaurant on Sunday 9 May. Savour in a 3-course culinary journey of the finest WA produce. Experience the Chilled Western Australian Seafood Station, featuring freshly shucked Albany rock oysters, scallop ceviche and Exmouth king prawns, before moving on to dessert at the Chocolate Fountain Station. See the full menu here. Details: Date and time: 12pm – 4pm, Sunday 9 May (two hour seating times) Venue: Hearth Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Perth Package: Adults are $198 per person and children (3-17 years) are $98 per person, with $2 from every ticket being donated to Breast Cancer Care WA Bookings: Essential via email to hearth.perth@ritzcarlton.com W Brisbane: The Mother of All High Teas Celebrate this Mother’s Day in true W Style with ‘The Mother Of All High Teas’ atW Brisbane’s Living Room Bar. Indulge in three tiers of Aussie inspired sweet and savory treats, from Fraser Island Crab sandwiches, Marble Score 8+ Meat Pies, Buttermilk Panna Cota, and L’Artisan Mountain Man cheese. Be sure that mum will be spoilt with a class of Veuve Clicquot Champagne on arrival, and a fabulous W gift to take home.  Details: Date and time: Sunday 9 May 2021… Read More

The best of Shanghai in Sydney: Shanghai Nights with Merivale

Shangahi Nights

Take a trip to Bridge Lane Sydney from 6-7 May and you’ll see it in a new light. Taking over the space for a special occasion, all things Shanghainese will be put on show, in celebration of the Shanghai Nights festival; a dazzling laneway showcase of live entertainment, street-food and cocktails. It’ll transform the laneway into an aromatic Shanghai experience, injecting colour, vibrant energy, rich flavour and originality into the heart of the city.  There will be three food stalls, al produce of which will be complemented by Glenlivet cocktails and music from DJs. Here’s a guide: Dim Sum Scallop and prawn shumai (3 pieces) $12 Poached prawn wontons with Sichuan chilli sauce $12 Wild mushroom dumpling (3 pieces) $12 Work Station Stir-fried Shanghai noodles with roast duck and black pepper $12 Stir-fried rice cakes with prawns, mushrooms and fragrant chilli oil $12 Wok-fried Shanghai noodles with shiitake mushrooms, gailan, garlic and black pepper $12 Grill Station BBQ lamb skewers with fennel and cumin salt $6each BBQ chicken skewers with garlic, chilli, flower pepper $6each And the best thing? It’s free to go. Get your ticket at the Merivale website.

Cruise the Brown Snake – GoBoat Brisbane is taking bookings

GoBoat-brisbane

Coming to a pop-up location at Dockside Marina Kangaroo Point for a limited time only, GoBoat’s taking bookings for their floating picnic set-ups on water. Sail the Brisbane River in one of six boats, taking in the city’s views and staying super dry in Danish-designed trendiness. For only $109 per hour – the longer you book, the more you save – each GoBoat features a communal recycled timber picnic table for easy cheese platters or picnic set ups, with all boats featuring a sunshade for protection. For an ideal sunny day out without the excess travel, GoBaot’s a solid choice for a date, friends or generally something to do that doesn’t involve staying at home! For more and to book, go here.

The Melbourne Night Noodle Markets are on in 2021 – just not as you might think

Asian noodles food

Forget Birrarung Maar. This year’s all about the Night Noodle Markets at home! We couldn’t celebrate because of everyone’s favourite global health pandemic in 2020, so this year in 2021, the Citi-sponsored food event of the calendar year is coming to you, at home. It’ll bring together the signature dishes and innovative tastes of eight sizzling vendors, offering a vibrant journey through Asia, just without the crowds, insanely-long queues and June weather. Night Noodle Markets at Home runs every night from 1 – 30 June, and is available for home delivery with the DoorDash delivery app.  Restaurants to feed from are the likes of Hoy Pinoy, Wonderbao, Flying Noodles/ Twistto, Puffle, Indomie Mi-Goreng, Thai Tide, Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tart and Kariton Sorbetes, who’ll deliver straight to their front door in one flavour-packed order.  Tickets on sale 9am Thursday, 6 May and you can subscribe to the Good Food Month mailing list to be sent a reminder when tickets go on sale.

Hong Kong Guide to Sydney: join the discovery with travel vloggers Nick and Helmi

Helmi Hong Kong cake

This is the year we turn more of our travel focus inward, looking in our own backyard rather than our favourite ‘overseas’. But that’s not a bad thing! The Hong Kong Tourism Board has teamed up with Aussie travel vloggers and passionate foodies, Nick and Helmi, to recreate a Hong Kong experience without leaving Sydney. We caught up with them to reveal Nick and Helmi’s top spots for readers to enjoy a taste of Hong Kong. Kowloon Cafe Located in Sydney’s Chinatown the Kowloon Café brings authentic Hong Kong cuisine to Sydneysiders. Delivering a “cha chaan teng” (Hong Kong style) vibe to diners, you’ll be transported to Hong Kong while consuming local favourites including curry fish balls, spam & egg sandwiches, and Hong Kong Style milk tea. Instagram: @kowlooncafe.com.au Location: Shop 7A-9A 421-429, Sussex St, Haymarket NSW, 2000 Hong Kong Bing Sutt If you don’t want to travel into the CBD, Hong Kong Bing Sutt in Burwood also has a “cha chaan teng” ambience and is described by Nick & Helmi as “a foodie heaven”. With flavours to ignite the senses, enjoy a wide range of curries, crispy creations, and French-inspired treats. Instagram: @hongkongbingsutt Location: Shop 8/11-15 Deane St, Burwood NSW 2134 Kowloon Stir Fry King Missing “dong pai dong” (open-air food stalls) from your previous travels? Located in Sydney’s CBD, Kowloon Stir Fry King brings the flavours of Hong Kong’s street stalls to your plate. Open until late, it’s the perfect location for friends and family to reconnect. Instagram: @kowloonstirfryking.com.au Location: Level 1/249 Castlereagh… Read More