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Monthly Archives: January 2013
A Park of Remembrance
A calm, peaceful escape from the endless traffic; an oasis sitting at the highest point in Fort Bonifacio, you will rarely find more than a handful of visitors at Manila’s American Cemetery and War Memorial. On a rainy day, it … Continue reading
Posted in Local Culture, Philippines
Tagged American War Memorial, chapel, hemicycle, manila, World War II
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The Art of Terry’s
Terry’s has become something of an institution in Manila for authentic, Spanish, tapas-style eating. This long-time favourite is owned and run by Juan Carlos de Terry, who now has three restaurants under the one banner: one in Salcedo; another in … Continue reading
Wining & Dining at The Depot
The Brett Tolhurst story began in the South Australian Riverland, where there is a strong family tradition of wine-making. Brett, however, chose to break the mould to study Finance. He started out in business development in Hong Kong in the … Continue reading
Posted in Food & Wine, Philippines
Tagged ANZA, Brett Tolhurst, manila, The Philippines, The Toast Club, The Wine Depot, Vittorios
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Of Fireworks and Aussie Icons…
Sydney Harbour is, without doubt, one of the most beautiful harbours in the world. Australian writer, Ruth Park, called it ‘beautiful as a dream, laid upon the map like a branch of blue coral.’ Taking full advantage of this enviable … Continue reading
Posted in Australia, Travel
Tagged Australia, Bobbin Head, Bondi, Botanic Gardens, Bronte, Fireworks, harbour, New Year, Opera House, Sydney, Sydney Harbour Bridge
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Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff
A deckchair on the lawn overlooking a calm, clear sea; a mug of tea squatting in the grass by my feet; a light breeze whisking through the palm trees; local kids playing among the fishing boats ; a couple of old men perched on an upturned boat, smoking, staring … Continue reading
Kingsbrook Wines and Moroccan Lamb
It was an intensely hot day in December complete with north wind. My sister-in-law had sweetly suggested taking us out to her favourite restaurant at Currency Creek, on the Fleurieu Peninsula. It was a Christmas treat, so I insisted on … Continue reading
Posted in Australia, Food & Wine
Tagged Chris Norris, Currency Creek, Goolwa, Kingsbrook
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