This place came highly recommended. And given my affinity with Squires Loft and Rare, I was dubious as to whether this place could actually knock these other restaurants off the top of the rankings. One sentence: Meat cooked in Meat. Holy Moly! Continue reading
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Melbourne: Aashiana
Nestled in the leafy suburbs of Balwyn, you’ll find this quiet and unassuming but STELLAR Indian restaurant. I came with my family and dined like a king, opting for one of their banquet selections. And boy was I in for a treat!
You see, I trained with the owner’s son, VR, in Kung Fu Continue reading
Bits and Bobs: I’m back
My troubled computer issues have now passed. But it will take me a little while to get all my programs up and running again on the new computer. But I’m back! And boy-oh-boy am I glad to be back.
Thanks to the wonderful people that did email me to ask me how things were progressing. This thanks is for YOU!
Time to teach this old dog new tricks!
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Port Douglas: 4 Mile Beach
4 Mile Beach
This is definitely one of nature’s untouched beauties in the tropical far north. And a definite highlight for anyone visiting Port Douglas. Continue reading
Banoi
It’s been a while since I headed down to Docklands. And you know what, the area has really livened up! There are quite a few new restaurants apart from Pok Pok and I’m definitely going to have some good fun reviewing them. And that’s when I ran into Banoi.
Banoi Entrance
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The Lab
The Lab
After going to Shandong Mama twice in one week, my work colleagues and I were wandering around for something sweet to blunt whatever was left of the appetite. (Read as, we just wanted something sweet). And that’s when we stumbled across The Lab. Continue reading
Port Douglas: Island Point Lookout
Island Point Lookout
This is the highest point in Port Douglas and the view is spectacular. Especially if you go see it first thing in the morning. Continue reading
Mamak
2025 Update: Still going strong!
One word: amazing. Here’s why.
Mamak is a chain of restaurants, but you’d never be able to tell when you enter. Continue reading
White Night Melbourne
Now in it’s second year, White Night is an all night event from 7pm-7am filled with lights, colour and roaming street performers. This year, they surpassed their attendee expectations and I’ll give you my top tips on how you can get around all of the sudden issues that might pop up. But what is it? Well, read on to find out more. Continue reading
Melbourne: Red Silks Restaurant
If after 2 years, you need to catch up with close friends, who have helped shape you career, then you need a restaurant that will be worth the wait – great food, good prices and ambient enough to have a decent conversation. Enter Red Silks. Continue reading
The Domestic Traveller 