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Truffle Takes Centre Stage at RAFI URBNSURF This Winter
RAFI URBNSURF Black truffle lovers have a new reason to visit Sydney Olympic Park this winter, with RAFI URBNSURF unveiling a limited-edition dining experience dedicated to one of the season's most sought-after ingredients. Available throughout July, the four-course banquet showcases black truffle across every course, pairing premium Australian produce with refined seasonal flavours. The experience begins with scampi tartare, cured Wagyu and black truffle before moving to por

Deb Carr
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Forrester's Surry Hills Famous Winter Yorkie
Forrester's iconic Winter Yorkie is once again taking centre stage throughout July, transforming the traditional Yorkshire pudding into a hearty winter feast that has become something of a seasonal tradition. Priced at $38, the oversized Yorkshire pudding is generously filled with free-range roast turkey, creamy mashed potato, peas, honey-glazed carrots, cranberry sauce and rich gravy, creating the ultimate cold-weather comfort meal. Fans of the Winter Yorkie will also be ple

Deb Carr
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Tuesday Table at The Butler Potts Point Brings a New Winter Dining Tradition
The Butler Potts Point has introduced a delicious new reason to dine out during winter, launching Tuesday Table – a weekly celebration of one of the restaurant's signature dishes. The Butler Potts Point Chef Amber Doig The limited winter offering showcases Chef Amber Doig's much-loved Lamb Barbacoa, inspired by the traditional flavours of Oaxaca in southern Mexico. Slow-cooked for twelve hours until beautifully tender, the lamb is served taco-style with warm corn tortillas, c

Deb Carr
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Homebush's New Dumpling Destination: Missy K Brings Bold Pan-Asian Flavours to Horse & Jockey Hotel
One of Sydney's best-known pan-Asian chefs has arrived in Homebush, bringing a fresh new dining experience to the historic Horse & Jockey Hotel. Chef Kim Udomdj, better known as Missy K, has launched a vibrant menu inspired by the bold flavours of Asia, transforming the much-loved local pub into a destination for handmade dumplings, comforting noodle dishes and wok-fired favourites. With more than three decades of culinary experience and a loyal following from her popular Pad

Deb Carr
1 min read


Train Like Australia's Top Athletes This Winter | Red Bull Elevate Your Fitness Challenge
Reece Walsh - Image Credit: Dino Renda / Red Bull Content Pool As the cooler months make it tempting to stay indoors, Australians are being encouraged to keep moving with the free Red Bull Elevate Your Fitness Challenge. The nationwide initiative gives participants the opportunity to follow training methods inspired by some of Australia's leading sporting stars, including Olympic canoe champion Jess Fox, NRL player Reece Walsh, rising tennis talent Maya Joint, parkour athlete

Deb Carr
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Theatre Review | Louder
Louder Producers Brandenburger Symponiker and Gravity & Other Myths Brandenburger Theater and Chamäleon Berlin Joan Sutherland Theatre Sydney Opera House Photo credit Daniel Boud Reviewed by Ron Lee, CSP It’s interesting when two elements that might not normally combine are placed in a creative marriage. Sometimes it works, and sometimes not so much. Louder is a collaboration between Brandenburger Symponiker and Gravity & Other Myths in which eight ex

Ron Lee, CSP, MAICD
2 min read


Sink Your Teeth Into the Australian Museum's Bloodsuckers: Nature's Vampires
If you're looking for something a little different these winter school holidays, the Australian Museum has unveiled a fun-filled program centred around its latest exhibition, Bloodsuckers: Nature's Vampires. To celebrate, families can take advantage of a special two-for-one ticket offer to the interactive exhibition, where visitors can discover the fascinating science behind mosquitoes, leeches, ticks and other creatures that survive by feeding on blood. Through hands-on exhi

Deb Carr
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Melbourne's Almost French Patisserie Crowned Australia's Best Baker at National Small Business Awards
Melbourne's love affair with French pastries has earned national recognition, with Almost French Patisserie taking out the Champion Baker title at the 2026 Australian Trades Small Business Champion Awards. Presented at a gala ceremony at Sydney's Sofitel Wentworth, the prestigious award recognises excellence in Australia's small business sector, with winners assessed across business performance, innovation, customer service, sustainability, financial management and community

Deb Carr
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Theatre Review - Les Femmes
Les Femmes Performers: Emma Mylott, Jacinta Gulicano and Tia Gigliotti The Grand Electric Reviewed by Ron Lee, CSP What happens when some of the greatest songs that were made famous by male artists are placed in the hands of three female performers who have different backgrounds? Emma Mylott (rock), Jacinta Gulicano (pop) and Tia Gigliotti (R&B) have come together to belt out some of the classics, opening with That's Life. The show celebrates the men — fathers, brothers, me

Ron Lee, CSP, MAICD
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Escape Sydney These Winter School Holidays with a North Coast National Parks Adventure
Dorrigo National Park If you're planning a family getaway these winter school holidays, the NSW North Coast offers far more than beautiful beaches. Stretching from ancient rainforests to dramatic headlands and historic landmarks, the region is home to a collection of ranger-guided experiences that invite families to reconnect with nature while discovering places many visitors simply drive past. Hosted by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, these guided activities combine

Deb Carr
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Hair The Tribal Love-Rock Musical
Book and Lyrics by James Rado and Gerome Ragni Music by Galt MacDermot Producer/Director Glenn Elston Choreographer Sue-Ellen Shook Theatre Royal Sydney until July 12 Reviewed by Ron Lee, CSP Hair The Tribal Love-Rock Musical Prior to 1969, a stage musical meant The Sound of Music, Carousel, The King and I, Music Man, Show Boat, Annie Get Your Gun, Brigadoon, Kiss Me Kate, Oklahoma! and the like. They provided clean, family entertainment that reflected the wholesome values of

Ron Lee, CSP, MAICD
3 min read


How to Master the Effortless Boho-Chic Jewellery Layering Trend
Bohemian style never truly goes out of fashion; it simply evolves. In a bustling city like Sydney, the modern "boho-chic" look bridges the gap between relaxed coastal freedom and polished urban sophistication. Here's how to accessorise using the jewellery layering trend. The absolute cornerstone of this look? The perfect necklace stack. Layering your jewellery is an art form. Done wrong, it becomes a tangled mess; done right, it frames your outfit and expresses your personal

Deb Carr
2 min read
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