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Taste bud pampering in Tasmania
March 30, 2010 – 9:07 am | 25 Comments
Taste bud pampering in Tasmania

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Tasmania. Tassie. Tazza. What an amazing state. Although, just a warning, beware of the wildlife on the roads. I noted down the amount of times I saw roadkill: 50 times.

Exactly one year ago, during a typical …

Opening the Yellow Door to Albert Park Part 2 + Pig
December 13, 2009 – 11:46 am | 12 Comments
Opening the Yellow Door to Albert Park Part 2 + Pig

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As mentioned in Part one of In Your Hood, my very helpful readers Dave and Mellisa, suggested I try out two of their local haunts- Andrews Hamburgers followed by Yellow Door. So on a hot …

Little Indulgences around the world, in 1 day
December 6, 2009 – 3:32 pm | 20 Comments
Little Indulgences around the world, in 1 day

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Eating my way around the world in one day. I’m clearly insane. Hmm. Is that even possible? Well, if lip-syncing throughout a whole concert is deemed fine these days, then hell yeah!
Some friends of …

In Your Hood: It’s not Andrew’s Hamburgers, it’s mine! Albert Park- Part One
November 22, 2009 – 1:13 pm | 12 Comments
In Your Hood: It’s not Andrew’s Hamburgers, it’s mine! Albert Park- Part One

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My readers Dave and Mellissa, a lovely couple residing in Albert Park, had emailed me suggesting that I pay their suburb a gastronomical visit, to check out two of their favourite local eateries- Andrew’s Hamburgers …

The Tastebud Travels- Green Eggs to the infamous Vanilla Slice in Sorrento
October 6, 2009 – 1:00 am | 3 Comments
The Tastebud Travels- Green Eggs to the infamous Vanilla Slice in Sorrento

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Where did I go?
This month, my taste buds took me to Sorrento. A hugely popular Victorian holiday destination on the Mornington Peninsula. Known for its beaches, cafes and historic buildings. The nearby beaches at …

The Tastebud Travels: Lake House to the Chocolate Mill
August 29, 2009 – 6:58 am | 4 Comments
The Tastebud Travels: Lake House to the Chocolate Mill

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Lake House

Intro: To think that it all began with a spa at Hepburn Springs…luckily, things don’t usually go to plan

The Story: So in between playing with my new kitten, skiing and eating at Mt Buller, …

Lindt Chocolat Cafe
March 26, 2009 – 11:31 pm | No Comment
Lindt Chocolat Cafe

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Intro: Chocolate cheesecake- why did they do this to me…pure evil.
Details: Reviewed: 53 Martin Place, Sydney 2000 (02) 8257 1600 and 271 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC 3000 (03) 9667 090

Surroundings: classy …

Zozo
March 26, 2009 – 11:12 pm | No Comment
Zozo

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Intro: Whole baby chicken in steamy broth, chases the flu away, kicks the tongue with five spice salt

Details: World Square, Liverpool St, Sydney 2000 (02) 9267 8040
Surroundings: Bright red walls and modern cubed chairs …

Chat Thai
March 25, 2009 – 2:18 pm | One Comment
Chat Thai

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Intro: Traditional yet modern infusion Thai cuisine making a big impact with window theater!

Details: 20 Campbell St, Haymarket, Sydney (02) 9211 1808

Surroundings: Rustic setting, two levels, feature wall adorned with a natural habitat styled …

Coming to Sydney
March 20, 2009 – 5:49 am | No Comment
Coming to Sydney

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Sydney you say?
Although I’m yet to post anything…. on a positive note, I’m heading to Sydney for a food tour. My taste bud exploration  itinerary begins at China town for a traditional Chinese breakfast. There’s …