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Part 2 (Part One was published here) ‘Wait, hey, wait,’ the young girl raced off after him, neither of them remembering to pay. Not that the waitress was inclined to rectify the matter, she observed the drama unfolding like the rest of those entranced by the spectacle, with a broad, dopey grin plastered on her … Read more
About me… I grew up in a house where wine came from a box. What I liked was on the relatively rare occasion this box was produced, my parents would behave slightly differently. My father’s cheeks would glow and he would play “Sailing up the Clyde” (his favourite record), and my mother would laugh a … Read more
“I have wonderful memories of the Army.” The old man said to the youth. “Some of them now sound quite barmy, But some have a basis in truth. We had adventures in many far places, And maybe the odd pint of ale. We endured lots of friendly embraces,But that is the best of the tale.” … Read more
Part One Malcolm surveyed the lay of the land, studious and stoic, face betraying nothing, ignoring the heat toasting his shoulders from the sun overhead. The crowd lumbered around him, babies bawling in prams, geriatrics wheezing what could be their last, kids haphazardly weaving paths through the gaps, jostling with nonplussed adults. The heads of … Read more
He sat on the end of the pier. An old man now, he wore a long gabardine overcoat and a red scarf to keep the wind at bay. His black brogues were slightly scuffed. After Gillian died he didn’t see the point in keeping them shiny, a life-long habit broken. Her lingering death from cancer … Read more
Sharing a Culture of Food Ben and Nick Chiu, the brothers behind Ben’s Burgers in the Valley, Brisbane have no real background in food – aside from loving it! Working in the retail industry with his high-end streetwear store, Apartment, but having a real knack for home cooking, Ben Chiu decided to make the transition … Read more
Australia has a growing number of boutique breweries popping up right around the country, all who create a different range of beers. I put my taste buds to the test to see how a select few breweries from TAS, VIC, NSW, QLD & WA differ when it comes to their Pilsner. In no way do … Read more
Should Australian establishments allow dogs inside? Throughout the UK dogs are permitted in cafes, pubs and restaurants. Although the decision lays with the proprietor of these establishments, many cafes, pubs and restaurants are dog friendly! This is also the case throughout the majority of Europe! However, in Australia you would find it hard to find … Read more
I don’t know about you, but some of my favourite things in life are pastry and cheese. I wanted a way to combine these two delicious foods and given the idea from my South Cape Cheese recipe book, I thought I’d put my spin on it. Ingredients: • Camembert or brie cheese cut into slices … Read more
Woolumbi Farm on the Mornington Peninsula is home to a variety of amazing fresh produce and products. They farm their own pigs, which are then turned into a range of delicious pork and salami products as well as producing a unique cider from local fruit they have on offer. Trading Plates spoke to Kenneth Neff, … Read more
Let’s get out, wander about and go on an adventure. I’ve noticed that a fair chunk of regular Boomer Events have tended to focus on Wining, Dining and Bands. Nothing whatsoever wrong with that, l personally luv going on Wine Tours (just as long as l don’t lose those bloody keys again that is). Then … Read more