Category: LIFESTYLE

Good watches for good times: EverSwiss from Watch Shop

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Posted: 19/06/2019

For the times in life you need something a bit nicer for that work meeting, dinner date, night at the opera or just to coordinate well with your non-around-the-house clothes, then maybe EverSwiss is the brand for you. From the people at the Watch Shop – one of the UK’s leading retailers of brand name designer watches that prides themselves on having one of the most efficient shopping systems available – EverSwiss fits the bill A Swiss made line of watches, they’re for the casual, the moderately stylish and the full-blown corporate amongst us, offering traditional leather bands, through to the more classic like a two-tone steel and brass range for men and women. Find more about the Watch Shop Official range at their website.

Category: LIFESTYLE, RETAIL, STYLE, TECH & GADGETS

Men’s barber in Sydney: Adilla does it right

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Updated: 18/06/2019

If there’s one thing Sydney has a lot of it’s beaches, cafes and barbers, but unlike the former two, finding a good barber can be a real challenge for men: that’s where Adilla comes in. Nestled down a quiet little laneway in Sydney’s Double Bay, it’s a hole-in-the-wall barber for blokes that is as practical as it is stylish. Think leather barber chairs, blonde wood finishings, mirrored walls to give the illusion of space and enough spots available to keep it feeling exclusive and you’re set. It caters to the Sydney dude who needs to keep on top of his grooming game, pumping out the regular offerings of back and sides, retexturing and complete overhauls; all with style. And because no one just cares about their hair anymore, Adilla’s also doing men’s facials and care to keep your face in-check, too. Think, traditional hot towel shaves, mini facials and the regular shampoo and condition sessions and you’ll walk in one guy; walk out another. For more of what Adilla offers and to make your own booking, check the Adilla website.

Category: CITIES, GROOMING, LIFESTYLE, SYDNEY

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Google Home JOT lets you take it with you

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Updated: 19/06/2019

Because cords suck and do nothing but get in the way, Google has some good news if you’re a fan of the Home. Whether you’ve got the full or mini version of the Google Home, the new wireless docks add another boost of power to your own personal assistant, letting you take it anywhere you go. Called the LOFT (for the full version) and JOT (for the mini), they’re handy portable battery bases that you can unplug and enjoy the freedom to move your device around your home or office, cord free. From the legends at Ninety7, each unit gives you another eight hours of juice to let you move from room to room without interrupting your podcast, audio book or favourite playlist – or anything else you’d do with your own mobile PA. Get either of the unit you need from leading retailers. Get a LOFT for Google Home for $69.95, a JOT for Google Home Mini for $59.95. From JB HiFi, Kogan, Dick Smith, Officeworks, David Jones and Amazon.com.au.

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Chef Paul Iskov from The New Vanguard on Melbourne Good Food Month

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Posted: 18/06/2019

Melbourne Good Food Month is back in town now, so we spoke to one kitchen man in the know who’s got some exciting things on the go. Name’s Paul Iskov from The New Vanguard in Melbourne and he’s leading the charge on what the restaurant’s name legacy will be in the southern food scene. Iskov will be cooking alongside Matt Stone in their Good Food Month event, which needless to say, he’s pretty stoked for. “I’m really looking forward to getting over to the East Coast and cooking for Melbourne Good Food Month. Matt is a great chef, really leading the way in Australia and changing the way people think, cook and eat, it’s going to be a really fun event and look forward to checking out the rest of the Festival,” said Iskov. We had a chat to him about what to expect and how it’s all going to go down. Why is food so good in Melbourne?  Melbourne has some of the best restaurants in Australia and the world, it is so multicultural and you have a huge amount of choices, when it comes to dining out. There is a huge amount of talented cook’s and when you pair that with great produce from the region, you get to experience some great food. How do you think what you do sets you apart from the rest of the Australian food scene? I would say Fervor is different in a few ways, but the main thing would be we don’t have a permanent restaurant,… Read More

Category: CITIES, FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE, MELBOURNE

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LONDON: Pop-up mixology classes to get you loose

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Posted: 16/06/2019

Cocktails aren’t just for drinking, they’re for making, and there’s no one better to make your favourite libations with than Mixology Events. They’re putting on a summer affair this year if that’s your bag, across London, which involves flash classes in an eclectic selection of venues, from a Shoreditch rooftop to an art gallery in the heart of Fitzrovia. Each pop-up will place a distinct emphasis on learning how to master cocktail classics within a fun and unusual setting. The series kicks off on Friday 21 June with an al fresco ‘Summer Solstice Rooftop Masterclass’ that will focus on the art of perfecting classic summertime cocktails. It’ll go down at TT Liquor in Shoreditch and comes complete with views stretching across East London. Event number two is on Wednesday 24 July at the Rebecca Hossack Gallery in Fitzrovia. It’s all about rum for rum month and will focus on good bevs for the London summer. And the best part is, these two summer events are just the start of what Mixology has to offer. From 7-11 August, there’s an espresso martini fest to educate drinkers about one of the world’ favourite cocktails. And then, they’re tacking on a food-focused instalment with supper clubs, joined by celebrated chefs that will focus on food and cocktail pairings in some swanky London venues. Tickets are priced at £70 per two-hour class, which includes 5 cocktails. Get your tickets here.

Category: CITIES, FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE, LONDON

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Dark Mofo exhibition in Hobart: Mines; from the mind of Simon Denny

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Posted: 15/06/2019

An unnervingly vibrant dystopia opened on the eve of the madness that is Dark MOFO 2019. Curated by Jarrod Rawling and Emma Pike and taking two and half years from conception to exhibition, Mines will leave you feeling helpless. In the bowels of MONA is a colourful sign, “Mines”. Fittingly its physical location is buried beneath the earth.  But this is less about our traditional mineral past and more about the collection and manipulation of what we may see as intangible. Data. Our data. Metric monitoring of our behaviours and patterns. Allowing corporate entities to manipulate what we love, what we hate, what we must have. Using the bones of the classic boardgame, Squatter, Denny has amended its gameplay and thematics to reflect our era, our data.  Denny lulls us with space. He gives us room to move and the freedom to interact. With intelligent use of “The O”, augmented reality, designed by the MONA boffins, we are able to see how our interactions with the exhibit are collated and displayed real time. This speaks to the reality of our digital presence being commoditised and with the information space changing around us thanks to surveillance capitalism, one thing is clear, we are the resource. Come and see. Don’t be helpless, all alone. Mines is open until the 13th April 2020. Remember to download “The O”, from the iTunes App Store before you arrive, or collect a device from the lovely crew at MONA. Entry is $28, $25 concession, Tasmanians and under 18s get in for free.

Category: ART, ARTS & CULTURE, CITIES, HOBART, LIFESTYLE

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What to look forward to from Victorinox this year

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Posted: 14/06/2019

Seasoned travellers generally have a list of essentials they take with them and more often than not, that includes a Victorinox Swiss Army Knife. And now Victorinox has upped the ante with their new design SwissCard – an in-wallet multitasker now available in rose and lilac-hued botanical print, with 10 clever functions incorporated in its credit-card-sized frame. Tools include a nail file, tweezers, scissors, tooth-pick, ballpoint pen and letter opener. Stylish yet super practical, it’s so compact you can pop it in your wallet or handbag for convenience. If chic luggage is your thing, Victorinox has also added more colours to the Connex Hardside range that will have heads turning at the baggage carousel. Colours includes rose gold, lilac and the same rose and lilac-hued botanical print that features in the new design SwissCard. In the Lexicon Hardside range, there is now a stunning gold version available, which is also going to be hard to miss when collecting this highly functional bag at the other end of your journey. And yes, you can enjoy style-matching your new gold case with the Alox Swiss Army Knife Limited Collection 2019, which also features this gorgeous shade. For a stylish, lightweight option for those outdoor adventurer types, Victorinox has also launched a large range of new backpacks including a roll-top, compact and duffle version in teal, red and black. Office goers needn’t feel left out, with a broad range of slimline laptop backpacks on offer, including the hip, flap over version. Going to work just became fun, with… Read More

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Colicci opens The Serpentine Coffee House in Hyde Park London this summer

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Posted: 14/06/2019

There’s a new cafe coming to London, right in the middle of Hyde Park. Colicci has partnered with architecture and design practice Mizzi Studio and The Royal Parks to open The Serpentine Coffee House this summer; what will be an all-day eatery on the banks of The Serpentine Lake in Hyde Park London.  On the menu is such gastronomic magic to make your visit to the park that much nicer; morning bites through to afternoon treats and freshly churned gelato. And if that’s not enough, take your pick from a deli-style menu which will feature the likes of chicken avocado piadina wraps; sourdough baguettes generously filled with either tuna, egg mayo, or salami and brie, and Puligese ciabattas.  The countertop will showcase a selection of artisanal bakery products such as gluten-free brownies, white chocolate and cranberry muffins, almond shortbread slices, carrot cake and blueberry crumble cake. There’s a tonne going on in a setting befitting even the Queen herself – she does live backing onto it, after all – so you know it’s going to be top notch. The new set up even comes complete with stunning views of the Serpentine Lake and the Princess Diana Memorial Fountain, so if good views and good food are your thing, this might be worth checking out. Find Colicci in Hyde Park.

Category: CITIES, FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE, LONDON

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New Zealand’s month-long food festival is coming to Wellington

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Posted: 13/06/2019

New Zealand’s capital, Wellington, is about to say hello again to its favourite food festival, Wellington on a Plate. For the first time, they’re taking it out to a new and improved format and extending it to the whole month of August. Think 31 days, 5 weekends and loads of foodie goodness. Bars, bistros, food trucks and fine dining will pump out hundreds of dishes through heaps of foodie events alongside creative menus, burgers, cocktails and food pop-ups for die-hard bingers. It even comes complete with over 20 top international and local chefs from all over the world to the shores of Wellington to cook right here in the culinary capital. These names are synonymous with exciting and innovative cuisine, often only available in far-off places, and will be sure to excite both foodies and newbies alike. See more at the Wellington on a Plate website.

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LONDON: Big Screen on the Green is back with its summer festival

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Posted: 13/06/2019

Big Screen on the Green is back in London for summer and over 4500 people are expected to pack it out. So, it’s time for tickets, if that’s your bag. It takes over southwest London, putting on a showcase of sport, film and live music at Morden Hall Park and Fulham Palace Private Garden from 13-14 July. The whole thing will feature an extensive line-up of live music, pop-up film, combined with a range of summer sporting action, like the Wimbledon Tennis Championships Finals, highlights of the Cricket World Cup Final and F1 British Grand Prix.  And let’s be real, you’re going there to primarily drink, so, summertime cocktails will be pumped out of a dedicated Champagne lounge, complete with experiential entertainment, gourmet food, an elegant picnic area and bask-worthy sunlight. Hopefully. Oh, also, they’re more sustainable than ever, committing to a plastic-free 2019 by way of cleaning up 1,000 ocean-bound plastic bottles per item purchased on site or online.  See more at the Big Screen website.

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