Fitzroy Street, St Kilda Melbourne Saturday 28 October – 4pm to 7pm The Halloween season is almost upon us and what better way to celebrate than at the spook-tacular Fitzroy Street Halloween Festival on Saturday 28 October on Fitzroy Street in St Kilda, featuring roving entertainment and fun-filled activities for everyone! Set to be a … Read more
FASHION+AID held their first ever FASHION+AID Sydney event at the exclusive Hyatt Regency last Saturday 14th October, hosted by renowned media icon James Mathison and Real Housewives of Sydney star Melissa Tkautz.
The night was an infusion of incredible live music and entertainment, alongside show stopping fashion creations making their statement on the runway.
Guests dined on a luxurious three-course meal, paired with some of the finest wines available, with the Leukaemia Foundation being this year’s charity beneficiary.
After dinner guests were invited to the official ‘after party’ to continue celebrating fashion’s ‘night of nights’.
FASHION+AID’s first year on Sydney’s shores proved to be an historically unforgettable occasion.
**Information & Images Supplied Courtesy of Helen Reizer hrpr
The Argyle and El Camino Cantina celebrate Halloween and Day of the Dead Sydney – The Argyle – Friday 27th October to Saturday 28th October Sydney – El Camino Cantina – Tuesday 31st October to Saturday 4th November Gather at the alters of hedonism at neighbouring late-night destinations The Argyle and El Camino Cantina as … Read more
‘ENJOY A DROP IN THE HARBOUR THIS NOVEMBER WHEN WINE ISLAND RETURNS TO DROP ANCHOR’ Now in its third year, Australia’s most tropical and unique wine festival, Wine Island, returns to Clark Island, Sydney Harbour from Friday 10 November – Sunday 12 November, 2017. This is the place where you can feel like you’re leaving … Read more
Images Courtesy of ZS Design- additonal images Keti Kezunovic & Sam Tabone
Nena & Pasadena launched their Flagship Melbourne store last week in the fine company of flowing champagne, pacy tunes and of course their labelled NXP streetwear, a nod to their philosophy of freedom and chasing life adventures.
The launch of the Melbourne store featured their new collection, along with their famous flight pant, which has gained cult-like status amongst its wearers.
This innovative fashion label, created by a group of best friends in 2010, is now appreciated by a range of iconic retailers both in Australia and around the globe.
Nena and Pasadena.Streetwear ‘created for freedom’.
Dandenong Market will host its second Diwali Family Day on Sunday 22October as part of the annual Hindu festival that celebrates good fortune, family, friendships and the belief that good will triumph evil.
The free community event is one of Dandenong Market’s most popular – with attendance figures expected to reach over 27,000. The festival will offer a pop-up food bazaar, vibrant entertainment and plenty of kid’s activities making it the ultimate family day out.
An additional 12 Indian street-food vendors and food trucks have been added to the existing 200-strong market stall line-up, including Babaji’s Kitchen (South Indian Pancakes), Bombay Bitez (Mumbai Street Food), Delhi Bites (Tandoori Chicken and Biryani), Taka Taka (Sri Lankan Street Food) and Tibetan Momo Kitchen (Authentic Tibetan).
Entertainment will include live performances all day from market favourites Bollydazzlers, Sikander and The Fifths. Free henna hand art and turban styling will also be on offer.
Jennifer Hibbs, General Manager of Dandenong Market, says the Diwali Family Day is a key highlight in the market’s extensive calendar and showcases the diversity of the community who shop and work at Dandenong Market.
“Being the most multicultural market in Melbourne, we love celebrating important cultural events including our Diwali Day Festival. This year we have really stepped it up a notch.
“Diwali Family Day one of our most popular events and we invite food lovers and families to pay us a visit during the festivities and discover the Market’s unique offering in Indian, Sri Lankan and Tibetan and Asian cuisine,” said Hibbs.
Event information
What: Diwali Family Day at Dandenong Market Date: Sunday 22 October, 2017 Time: 10am – 4pm Where: Market Square, Dandenong Market, Corner Clow and Cleeland Streets, Dandenong
Melbourne’s newest CBD Bar, Diesel, is as ‘Melbourne’ as it gets; that is, an inconspicuous facade with plenty of action on the inside.
Located at 202 Little Lonsdale St and part of Melbourne Central, the new Diesel Bar and Eatery is a spacious three level venue which could be dismissed as another heritage brick building should you miss the sign. Diesel boasts a stylish fit out; a classy bar perfect for after work drinks, or a lively night out.
The entry door opens to the middle floor, revealing a long room and open kitchen where you can watch the chefs in action. There’s a friendly vibe, with both reasonably priced and fine wine options. It’s not too often ‘friendly and stylish’ go together, but the middle floor at Diesel bar makes it work. Couldn’t get enough of the tenderised beef bites and tasty spring rolls, topped off with a drop or two of sparkling!
The sleek downstairs powder room hosts both girls and guys…yes they’re unisex toilets! Apparently this is an increasing trend in inner city bars, and if you thought this was due to lack of space, that’s not the case at Diesel.
Upstairs you’ll hear city beats pumping across a chic, industrial space. There’s a sizeable central island bar with booths on one side, great for socialising, or perhaps you’d prefer to slink into a private space. The romantic lighting and warm atmosphere make this an excellent date night choice, or a great spot for an intimate catch-up with the girls.
The outdoor area is part of the rear laneway, offering a smoking area only. This is fine given all that’s happening inside, typically Melbourne once again.
With a slick interior of various dynamic spaces, along with fine food and wine, Diesel Bar and Eatery has quickly earned the reputation as one of Melbourne’s most sought after bars.
“Written on the pages of Storyville are tales of spirits stirred and shaken.”
With these words we stepped through the pages of a storybook and were transported away from Melbourne’s bustling laneways into a fantasy land. Magic mushrooms hung low over tables as love birds canoodled in the golden cage, at the launch of StoryVille, the latest addition to vibrant Lonsdale Street.
StoryVille is a themed bar that draws inspiration from classic books. Avid readers will love the feature wall on the upper floor (a giant’s dream library), and the signature cocktails with references to stories that will take you back to childhood. The aptly named ‘Drink me’ list has nods to tales as diverse as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and A Clockwork Orange, each served with a fantastical twist!
Potterheads, such as myself, can choose to brew their own polyjuice potion at their table, combining gin, ginger liqueur, kiwi, basil, and lime to taste. Or perhaps you’d rather a taste of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, in which case you might order Through the Looking Glass. It combines vanilla tea, Havana 3 Year Rum with a side of cream, and comes served under a veil of fog, inviting you to peek through the looking glass like Alice.
I’m a big fan of Roald Dahl, so I chose to try the New York Peach, a fruity concoction inspired by James and the Giant Peach. The mix of Cognac, Kirsch, cherry, peach, and lemon make for a sweet and tangy treat, but it comes topped with a surprising nod to James’ creepy crawly friends! It’s definitely one for the more adventurous.
Don’t worry if you’re feeling a little peckish after the hard work of choosing a cocktail, the ‘Eat me’ list boasts more than your average bar snacks. Charcuterie by Savour & Grace is on offer, as well as bespoke Jaffles by Om Nom, with themed flavours such as Green Eggs and Ham and Little Red Hen. My absolute favourite is the Three Blind Mice, a three cheese jaffle that’s tangy, mustardy, creamy, and morish. I may have had seconds.
So if you’re feeling a little adventurous this spring, be sure to take a peek inside.
Storyville may well set the scene for your next magical night out.
Images Courtesy of APL PHOTOGRAPHY & Thomas Bindley
Owned by Steve and Keti Thomas – the team behind Pawn & Co. and 29th apartment– StoryVillehonours childhood fables and fairytales in an exquisite fit-out that evokes nostalgia and ignites imagination.
Melburnians love White Mojo, so when Helen Reizer hrpr invited us to the VIP Launch of new White Mojo Plus+ in Glen Waverley, @we8melbourne were counting the sleeps! White Mojo is a Speciality Coffee Roaster with a unique, breakfast, brunch and dinner menu, alongside hand-roasted speciality coffee, ‘guaranteed to lift your spirits any morning of the week.’
Words by we8melbourne
The latest addition to the booming Glen Waverley food scene is the amazing White Mojo! We had the pleasure of attending theirVIP launch last week and what a pleasure it was. The front of the venue is pared back with wide windows revealing a view to the rear. We were more than excited as we walked the red carpet to to be greeted on entry by two lovely ladies! Floral installations hanging from a white panelled ceiling, are particularly eye-catching, adding to the visual appeal of this beautiful new haven for Melbourne food lovers.
The place was buzzing with a DJ rocking some great tunes, while guests in*B+W chatted away sipping on their champers, as we took a sneak peek to the left momentarily thinking we were in heaven! A dessert table…yes!!! Think…chunks of chocolate, macaroons and other sweet delicacies! Further along we noted what could only be described as the ‘ultimate cheese platter table’… nothing could have prepared us for such a delectable spread. We savoured pretty well everything, however voted the smoked salmon as the ‘perfect palate pleaser’.
There’s a first for everything and the donut wall was a first for us! I mean a whole wall full of donuts? Who could say ‘no’, especially when they happened to be from **Bistro Morgan? Donut overindulgence seemed completely appropriate to fit the occasion!
We eventually found ourselves in the dining room, where a stunning suspended floral feature was demanding a considerable amount of attention, with guests taking advantage of such a photogenic backdrop.
Meanwhile it was hard to ignore the large dining table overflowing with gift bags for home. Mmmmm…coffee beans, croissants, juice and more…perfect for those with sore heads the next morning.
*black + white
**@bistromorgan set up the Donut Wall and Installation
2 SHOWS LEFT – FRIDAY 8th & SATURDAY 9th SEPTEMBER!
Review by Roswitha Schleicher – Sydney Events writer for The Australia Times News
Producer Lauren Eisinger and samba sensation Amy Mills take their audience on an emotional journey as they invite them behind the scenes of the glamorous world of samba, in their bold new show Feathered and Fierce.
Stage One at the HPG Festival Hub lays bare, with black curtains usually shielding curious eyes, drawn, blending with the infinite darkness of this vast space, in contrast with the blaze of stage lights.
As the eight performers enter the stage in what appears to be Amazonian inspired ensembles, anticipation rises and the crowd falls silent. Just a few beats into animated samba tunes and the Amy Mills Samba Pro Team bust out a few of their signature dance moves, raising cheers from the audience. And thus, our hour long journey through the dazzling world of samba begins.
Thoughtfully choreographed by World Solo Samba Champion Amy Mills, Feathered & Fierce reveals a story of passion and dedication through the world of Latin dance. With multiple on-stage costume changes and numerous moving performances accompanied by a contemporary playlist, Amy and her team lead their audience on a journey, unveiling the various aspects and emotional ups and downs of preparing for the big samba stage.
This unique show is every bit as personal and mesmerising as producer Lauren Eisinger intended, and has proven to be one of the ‘must-see’ performances of this year’s Sydney Fringe Festival.
Get your tickets now.
What: Feathered and Fierce, theatrical dance show at Sydney Fringe Festival 2017
Where: HPG Festival Hub Stage One, 225 Euston Rd, Alexandria, Sydney
When: 7:30pm, 5 – 9 September 2017
Tickets: Adult $25, Concession or Under 12 $22, Group 6+ $22.
