Just what Sydney always needed, and a viking whisky bar come restaurant appears. Mjolner is one of the coolest openings of 2017. Situated on Cleveland St on the border of Surry Hills and Redfern, the bar is a little hard to find. Keep an eye out for the over 18 sign. Walk down some stairs … Continue reading A Viking restaurant @Mjolner
Month: December 2017
A new location @The Grumpy Barista
The Grumpy Barista, previously of the inner west suburb of Petersham, has found its way to a new location in Alexandria. The café occupies the corner of Garden st and Henderson Road and is industriously styled with cool marble and pink interior and hanging gardens throughout. There’s plenty of space inside and out, so you won’t … Continue reading A new location @The Grumpy Barista
A café of colour @Mas.que – St Leonards
This café is called Mas.que, or Masque may be more familiar. When you see this word, you immediately think of a masquerade ball and mirrors. That’s exactly what you find upon entering, as it is decorated with wall papered walls, a number of mirrors and French style masks fit for a masquerade ball. It’s not … Continue reading A café of colour @Mas.que – St Leonards
Service in action @Camps International – Camp Tsavo Kenya. Part 1
Camps International is an organisation running in the UK and Australia, offering ethical service programs. This social enterprise runs trips in Africa, South America and South East Asia and trips are available for schools, gap students, families and individuals. What appealed to me initially was the ethical mindset of the company. I’m extremely passionate about … Continue reading Service in action @Camps International – Camp Tsavo Kenya. Part 1
Beer off the Wood @The Oaks Neutral Bay
The Oaks Hotel in Netural Bay is iconic in the area and is our favourite pub venue for 2017. It is an expansive Hotel with numerous bars and dining spaces and you can also enjoy a drink or bite to eat in the beer garden under the famous oak tree. They also put on a … Continue reading Beer off the Wood @The Oaks Neutral Bay
A wonderful day on the sea @Ocean Spirit Cruise
Ocean Spirit Cruise We arrived at the reef terminal and checked in received our ticket to board the ship. A large boat, you can sit indoors on lounges, outside or on the deck. As you arrive, tea, coffee, muffins and focaccia are available. As the boat departs, we are given a safety briefing and collect … Continue reading A wonderful day on the sea @Ocean Spirit Cruise
A retreat in Queensland @Palm Cove
Palm Cove is located in tropical North of Queensland, Australia and is about 25 minutes north of the airport. You can get a taxi, an Uber or airport transfer, though we found Uber was the cheapest. Palm Cove is south of Port Douglas and a smaller location. It has a boutique feel, with hotels, apartments … Continue reading A retreat in Queensland @Palm Cove
Out and About @Cairns
Where to eat? Waterbar and Restaurant Located at the Marina Pier, this is a steakhouse selling different varieties and sizes of streaks. Its selling ribs and seafood, it is perfect if you're hungry! I went for a 200g steak with baked potato and salad. You have to pay an extra $3.00 for sauce. The meat … Continue reading Out and About @Cairns
Adventure time @Cairns Adventure Group
Active Tropics Explorer - Tour Guide Karl We were in Cairns for a holiday away and decided that a tour was the best way to sea the wonders of the North Coast of Queensland. Before heading up to Mossman Gorge we participated in a welcome to country smoking ceremony, led by an Aboriginal guide, of the … Continue reading Adventure time @Cairns Adventure Group
Fighting for a cause @Corporate Fighter
I (Sarah) took a short hiatus from eating out, drinking and blogging to train for 12 weeks in a boxing program called Corporate Fighter. I had been seeing pics and posts pop up on Instagram and Facebook for a while now about Corporate Fighter, possibly because it is the internet’s way of connecting you randomly … Continue reading Fighting for a cause @Corporate Fighter