Tag: Winter

Hot by December: 5 Winter fix-ups to get you summer-ready

While everyone’s hibernating in puffer jackets and pretending mulled wine counts as a health drink, you could be quietly levelling up. Because being hot in Summer isn’t just about sweating through your linen shirts – it starts now, when the heaters are blasting and nobody’s watching. Here’s your Winter hit list to make sure you emerge from the cold season hotter, cooler, and just a little bit smugger than the rest of ’em. 1. Fix your gross feet Use Bathefex Softsole Express Heel Peel or Foot Peel to sort out those dry, cracked footsies. The shedding process takes up to a week, so this isn’t something you want to do in Summer when everyone can see the dogs. Take the time to look after your feet now while they’re covered up! Pro tip: follow up your peel with a thick moisturiser on your feet, locked in by a pair of socks, when you go to bed each night. We promise by Summer you’ll have the most divine feet. 2. Learn to make a signature dessert It’s prime baking season and if you want to entertain (or be entertained) this Summer, you better know what you’re bringing to the table. Practice making something that is simple, crowd-pleasing and fast. We suggest Maggie Beer’s Lemon Possets levelled up to be served in the lemon rinds (very Summery) or Butternut Bakery’s Brown Butter and Miso Choc Chip Cookies (you’ll want to add miso to everything!) 3. Sort out your skin mate Summer skin starts in Winter. You can’t… Read More

Forage the Rocks this August in Sydney’s harbourside playground

This August, your winter blues don’t stand a chance at The Rocks. With Forage the Rocks kicking off, it’s time to dust off those wallets and head down to Sydney’s historic harbourside village for a month-long celebration of food, drink, and downright good times—all without breaking the bank. Cocktails and Canapés, Anyone?The Cocktail Trail is back, and it’s juicier than ever. With 13 top-notch bars, including new favourites like Le Foote and The Glenmore, offering limited-edition cocktail and canapé pairings for just $25, your after-work drinks just got an upgrade. Sip on a two-sip martini paired with marinated olives or a refreshing yuzu gin spritz with tuna tartare. You’ll want to try them all. Wine Lovers, Rejoice!The newly-announced NSW Wine Cellar Door at The Rocks Markets is your chance to swirl, sip, and savour wines from some of the state’s best boutique producers. Happening bi-monthly, the next event on 3-4 August is your ticket to tasting cool-climate gems, from Tamburlaine’s organic offerings to Mount Majura’s famous Tempranillo. More Than Just DrinksThe Rocks isn’t just about sipping. With easy eats like 10-cent dumplings at The Argyle and $18 lunch specials across the precinct, your foodie dreams are covered. Want to learn a new skill? Dive into cocktail and dumpling masterclasses, or take a guided distillery tour at Hickson House Distilling Co. Live It Up with Free Jazz and Social EventsFor those who love a good vibe, the Jazz Sessions in The Rocks are a must. Every Thursday night, you can unwind under the stars with live… Read More