Everything for Boomers and 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
To say I spent a pleasant, sunny, spring day beneath the city of Rome, surrounded by dirt, dust and history doesn’t sound particularly pleasing. You would assume that I, a first time tourist to the famous city, would have spent every moment above ground, soaking up the sights, wandering the Colosseum or climbing the Spanish … Read more
Rhythms are resounding through the Otavalo Market, one of the largest and oldest indigenous markets in the world. There are handmade goods everywhere: hammocks and mantas, funky wool hats and gloves, brilliantly embroidered belts. A rainbow threaded into each piece. I look up and feel the drums pounding like cold sweats. We’re in the Ecuadorian … Read more
The Devil’s Marbles are one of Australia’s most fascinating geological wonders. This incredible site is nestled in the Northern Territory, almost in the middle of nowhere, allowing tourists to bask in the wonder of nature in one of its purest forms. Where the Devil are those marbles? Technically speaking, the Devils Marbles are located in … Read more
Question 1: With the dawn of the Twentieth Century and new technology such as oil fired engines and improved building techniques passenger liners became bigger and faster. The major trans-Atlantic shipping companies engaged in a ship-building war similar to that of the great navies with their focus on dreadnought battleships. The competition between the passenger … Read more
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