Lifestyle

October 8, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Fashion, thoroughbreds, social history, and the irresistible lure of the race that stops a nation are just some of the fascinating elements contained within an exhibition of historic cover art celebrating...

2015 MELBOURNE FESTIVAL BRINGS ARTS AND FEASTING TO MELBOURNE

October 8, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Melbourne Festival starts today, celebrating 30 years as a festival that brings international arts to Melbourne. The festival is one of Australia's flagship international arts festivals and one of the...

WIN: TASTE OF MELBOURNE TICKETS

October 7, 2015

It’s time to start exercising your tastebuds in preparation for the greatest restaurant line up Taste of Melbourne in partnership with Electrolux has ever seen this November. This year's line up...

YOUR OCTOBER COUTURING PLAYLIST (LISTEN)

October 5, 2015

Features, Lifestyle, Playlist

WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE! The footy season is done and dusted, its getting warmer, party season is kicking off and yes, rappers Drake and Future have dropped their highly anticipated mixtape titled after...

NEWS: UGLY DUCKLING OPENS IN RICHMOND, REMEDY KOMBUCHA, CAFEPAY LAUNCHES

October 5, 2015

UGLY DUCKLING OPENS ON SWAN STREET The newest addition to the bourgeoning dining and bar scene on Swan Street is Ugly Duckling. The Hecker Guthrie designed wine bar is the culmination of years of...

LUANG PRABANG, LAOS – OLD WORLD CHARM AND HERITAGE

Leeyong Soo

October 2, 2015

Lifestyle, Travel, Uncategorized

Tried Thailand? Already visited Vietnam? If you’re looking for somewhere new to explore in Asia, head over to Laos. The country’s ancient royal capital, Luang Prabang, celebrates 20 years of World Heritage...

BATLOW CIDER – YOUR SUMMER STAPLE

September 28, 2015

There really is nothing better than sitting back with a cold cider on a sunny deck in summer. With the spring sunshine finally creeping through the clouds, the big question looms: which cider brand will be...

HELLO ENGLAND! EMIRATES LAUNCHES ENGLISH-THEMED MARQUEE FOR THE 2015 EMIRATES MELBOURNE CUP CARNIVAL

September 25, 2015

Event, Lifestyle, Spring Racing

It's Spring which can only mean one thing, it's Spring Racing season! Principal Partner of the 2015 Emirates Melbourne Cup Carnival, Emirates launched their much anticipated marquee on Wednesday night...

SUNSHINE AND POLO – LAND ROVER POLO IN THE CITY TRAVELS AROUND AUSTRALIA THIS NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER

September 22, 2015

Event, Lifestyle

Image by Jack Bennett Land Rover Polo in the City celebrates its 10th anniversary as one of the largest national polo series in the world this November and December around...

FOOD NEWS: ARBORY BAR & EATERY YARRA VALLEY LONG LUNCH, FEAST OF MERIT SHOWCASE, BREWMANITY AT BEER DELUXE & LOVE&DYSFUNCTION ST KILDA

September 22, 2015

ARBORY BAR & EATERY - YARRA VALLEY LONG LUNCH 27 SEPTEMBER On Sunday 27th September, Arbory Bar & Eatery will host a long lunch featuring: Napoleone Ciderhouse, Tarrawarra Estate and Mount...

NEWS: BRIGHT LIPSTICK DAY 25 SEPTEMBER, KIT FOR CANCER, CHILDREN’S CANCER FOUNDATION LUNCH

September 22, 2015

Charity, Lifestyle

BRIGHT LIPSTICK DAY - FRIDAY 25 SEPTEMBER Australia’s only preventative health charity, Pink Hope, is asking women and some brave men around the country to wear Bright Pink Lipstick on Friday,...

WIN: MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL

September 21, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle

The Melbourne Fringe Festival kicked off on Friday and sees over 400 events by 6000 artists in over 160 venues across Melbourne and regional Victoria until 4 October. This year the Melbourne Fringe Festival...

THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND: ARBORY BAR & EATERY’S NEW COCKTAIL LIST, CELEBRATE JACK DANIELS’ BIRTHDAY AT FED SQUARE, LAVAZZA ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL

September 18, 2015

ARBORY BAR & EATERY'S NEW COCKTAIL LIST INCLUDING ESPRESSO MARTINI ON TAP Image by Simon Shiff photography To mark the anniversary of the first train that left the Sandridge line, Arbory Bar...

INTERVIEW WITH IMPRESSED JUICES AMBASSADOR RACHAEL FINCH

Caitlin Hughes

September 17, 2015

Features, Health and Wellness, Insider, Interviews, Lifestyle

She has one of the most enviable bods in the business, making former beauty queen Rachael Finch the perfect ambassador for Impressed Juices, an exciting new range of cold pressed juices. We caught up with...

FOOD & DRINK NEWS: CADBURY BRINGS JOY O’CLOCK TO MELBOURNE, THE MILL HOUSE AND COCO RUM

September 16, 2015

CADBURY BRINGS JOY O'CLOCK TO MELBOURNE 16-18 SEPTEMBER Federation Square will be the place to be from 16-18 September as Cadbury takes over one of Melbourne's centre and much loved attraction to bring...

YELLOWGLEN TERRACE BRINGS THE HAMPTONS TO SPRING RACING

September 15, 2015

Event, Lifestyle, Spring Racing

Yellowglen Terrace is back for the 2015 Spring Racing Carnival, launching last Saturday at Flemington’s Sofitel Girls’ Day Out. The Terrace has been given a ‘Hamptons-style’ makeover, bringing the...

WIN: TWO DAY-LIFT PASSES FOR FALLS CREEK THANKS TO RENAULT

September 14, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle

Heading up to Falls Creek this school holidays? Renault Australia glides into school holidays on the slopes at Falls Creek with an opportunity to win one of two one day-lift passes. Renault Australia was...

Q&A: THE TEAM BEHIND KX YOGA MALVERN TALK YOGA, TRAVEL AND COMMUNITY

September 11, 2015

Features, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Sometimes the journey to find out what you want to do with your life can come about in an unexpected way. Everyone's journey is different and some people are lucky enough to find out what their passion...

LIVE LA DOLCE VITA WITH LAVAZZA ITALIAN FESTIVAL

September 10, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

The 16th Lavazza Italian Film Festival presented by Palace, will be launched by Megan Gale on Tuesday 15th September in Sydney and Wednesday 16th September in Melbourne, followed by 36 days of...

IZAKAYA DINING AT TOKO MELBOURNE

September 10, 2015

Toko Melbourne is set to open tomorrow, Friday 11 September, 2015, bringing izakaya dining to Melbourne. Located at 142 Greville Street Prahran, Toko Melbourne is founder Matt Yazbek’s fourth venture...

FOOD NEWS: MADAME FLAVOUR, LIEFJE CHOCOLATE, MR MIYAGI EXPANDS, NIGHT TRIPPING AT THE ST. HOTEL

September 7, 2015

MADAME FLAVOUR RELEASES Transport yourself to Paris, Monte Carlo, or Provence with the beautiful new range of French style loose leaf teas from Madame Flavour. The new blends...

POLISHED MAN 2015: INTERVIEW WITH MICHAEL KLIM & ELLIOT COSTELLO (WATCH)

September 6, 2015

Charity, Couturing TV, Features, Lifestyle

Globally 1 in 5 children are affected by violence before the age of 18. It's a scary statistic and one that is hard to ignore. We sat down with YGAP co-founder Elliot Costello and former Olympian and...

LAST MINUTE GIFT IDEAS FOR FATHER’S DAY

September 4, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Gift Guide, Lifestyle, Men

With only two days to go, Father's Day is almost here! If you haven't picked up a gift yet, we've put together a last minute list of gift ideas that will please your dad! IN THE...

FATHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE

September 2, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Gift Guide, Lifestyle, Men

We take the hassle out of picking the perfect gift for dad this Father's Day with our exclusive curated gift guide just for...

YOUR SEPTEMBER COUTURING PLAYLIST (LISTEN)

September 1, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, Playlist

Spring is my favourite time of year and all the new music going around is making it that much sweeter. If AFL finals, the Spring Racing Carnival and sundresses weren’t enough, there’s some great new...

HOW TO FEEL YOUR BEST DURING MSFW

August 31, 2015

Fashion, Home, Interiors, Lifestyle, News

Melbourne is currently in the midst of Melbourne Spring Fashion Week, one of the most exciting times on this city's social calendar. To survive fashion week, it not only means looking your best, but feeling...

WIN: KX YOGA AND CYCLE’S FRIDAY NIGHT HIP HOP RIDE & FLOW CLASS

August 28, 2015

Competition, Features, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

KX Cycle & Yoga Richmond have added an exciting class to their mix of classes. The Hip Hop Ride & Flow Friday night class run fortnightly and combine a 30 minute exhilarating and fun hip-hop...

VEUVE CLICQUOT AND LEADING AUSTRALIAN DESIGNER UNVEIL THE RIDDLING STOOL

August 28, 2015

Food & Drink, Home, Lifestyle

This week, Wednesday shone bright in Melbourne with the launch of a special collaboration between Veuve Clicquot and leading Australian designer Adam Goodrum. The collaboration has created a...

SOMETHING OLD, SOMETHING NEW AT ARCHIE ROSE DISTILLING CO.

August 24, 2015

In a world of mass production and commercial products, specialty items are often a breath of fresh air. With manufacturers competing neck to neck, people welcome something locally produced and different....

TALES FROM THE TEAPOT: TÊTE-À-TÊTE ON TEA FORTE

August 24, 2015

In this world, there are coffee lovers and there are tea lovers. I am of the latter. Mention the words warm beverage, and my hand automatically reaches out for a cup of tea. With a penchant for such, the words...

TOP 5 REASONS WHY YOU NEED WIRELESS SPEAKERS

August 24, 2015

Features, Home, Interiors, Lifestyle

With streaming services such as Soundcloud, Spotify and Tidal becoming increasingly popular on the market, your favourite music is at your fingertips. To make the most of these new services, wireless speakers...

FASHION CHIC IN ANTWERP

August 24, 2015

Antwerp is not typically a travel hot spot, and unless you’re on the hunt for diamonds, you may never think to venture there. But this quirky, little known, fashion forward city has defied its ‘boring’...

WHERE TO STAY IN CHIANG MAI: THE ANANTARA

Leeyong Soo

August 21, 2015

Prime location? Check. Huge swimming pool? Check. Faultless service with a smile? Check. Secret agent-themed restaurant and bar for indulging spy-like fantasies? Well, it may not have been on your must-have...

CREATE YOUR HOLLYWOOD MOMENT WITH CROWN

Paige Richards

August 21, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Lifestyle

Crown Melbourne is not a stranger to some wow moments, and all this month they have been celebrating the glitz and glamour of Hollywood with star-studded entertainment and interactive attractions....

PACHA MAMA LANEWAY FIESTA HITS MELBOURNE ON 24 AUGUST

August 20, 2015

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Pacha Mama Laneway fiesta hits Melbourne next Monday 24 August 2015 for a fun night of food, wine, entertainment and music. Pacha Mama, a South American inspired wine label launches their new...

NO #FOODREGRET HERE: #HASH SPECIALTY COFFEE & ROASTERS

August 19, 2015

In Melbourne, we love our cafes. There’s one in every corner and every laneway, but eventually, they really all start to blend into one tired, homogenous lump of coffee and avocado. It’s increasingly...

WHAT IS YOUR DREAM INDUSTRY?

August 17, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle

If your personal preferences were the only factors that mattered in choosing a career, where would you be working right now? What kind of job would you have? What would your typical day look like? These...

BELLROY: THE BEST TRAVEL COMPANION FOR HOME OR HOLIDAY

August 13, 2015

When it comes to travelling, having your belongings organised, accessible and secure is an absolute must. Fortunately for us, Bellroy specialises in just that, offering a range of slimline leather accessories...

MAKE EVERY BEAT COUNT WITH FITBIT CHARGE HR

August 11, 2015

The FitBit hits new highs with the Charge HR, the latest addition to the range of wireless activity trackers. The FitBit Charge HR is an advanced tracking wristband that gives you...

WHY EVERY FOODIE NEEDS TO EAT AT THE HIGHLINE HOTEL

August 11, 2015

The reasons why every foodie need to eat at the Highline Restaurant in Windsor's Railway Hotel is not because of the food, although the award winning paddock to plate menu will more than satisfy even the...

Q&A WITH WAYNE BROWN, EXECUTIVE CHEF AT SAKE

August 10, 2015

Sake Restaurant and Bar at Hamer Hall has become synonymous with great Japanese food with just a bit of a twist. Sake Executive Chef, Wayne Brown has created a menu that embraces the best of Japanese culture...

Q&A – NIMBLE ACTIVEWEAR FOUNDERS TALK ABOUT ON-TREND AND AFFORDABLE ACTIVEWEAR

August 7, 2015

Fashion, Features, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, News

Driven by a desire to create affordable, technical and stylish activewear options, Nimble Activewear was founded by Katia Santilli and Vera Yan in iconic Bondi Beach. The brand aims to empower...

WIN: TICKETS TO THE GLOW WINTER ARTS FESTIVAL COMEDY CLUB

August 5, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle

glow comedy The streets of Stonnington will lighten up after dark, when Glow Winter Arts Festival returns for its second year, showcasing a diverse and contemporary line-up of comedy, cinema,...

WHY LADY CAROLINA IS ONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED RESTAURANT OPENINGS OF THE YEAR

August 3, 2015

As one of the brains behind successful Melbourne institutions Feast of Merit and Banff, Alby Tomassi certainly knows how to create a stand out eatery. When we heard he was working on a new restaurant, Lady...

YOUR AUGUST COUTURING PLAYLIST (LISTEN)

August 3, 2015

Features, Lifestyle, Playlist

Hip-Hop still reigns supreme this month with Drake on the reggae tip for Hotline Bling; producers Skrillex and Flux Pavilion feature Pusha T and Riff Raff, respectively, on Burial and Who Wants To Rock;...

TRAVEL NEWS: THE UPPER HOUSE HK X CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN, BELLROY TRAVEL WALLETS AND CORDIS OPENS IN HK

August 1, 2015

Lifestyle, Travel, Uncategorized

THE UPPER HOUSE IN HONG KONG COLLABORATES WITH CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN The Upper House, in collaboration with renowned French luxury fashion house, Christian Louboutin, has announced a unique and...

THE TECH CHANGE THAT WILL GIVE YOU MORE MONEY TO SPEND ON SHOES

August 1, 2015

Features, Lifestyle, Technology

Let's face it, who isn't on their phones pretty much every minute of their waking day. Whether you are scrolling through your Instagram feed, online shopping, or watching viral videos on YouTube. I know I...

FOOD NEWS: PIZZA IS SEXY AT A25, BEER DELUXE AND MOO BREW DEGUSTATION, LIVORNESE SEAFOOD FEAST AT LA SVOLTA

July 31, 2015

PIZZA IS SEXY AT A25 The words ‘sexy’ and ‘pizza’ may not conventionally be used in the same sentence. But Remo Nicolini’s Italian creation, A25, delivers just that. Since opening...

SWEET DELIGHTS AT SAKE’S DESSERT MASTERCLASS

July 29, 2015

Making desserts is something that I've always shied away from. Unlike savoury dishes where I can generally throw things together, desserts require precise quantities and technique. So when I was invited to...

TOP 4 THINGS TO DO IN SYDNEY

July 27, 2015

Sydney is only a short hour or two away from Australia's largest cities. Whether you are flying from Melbourne, Brisbane or feel like making the trek from Adelaide, Sydney is one of Australia's favourite...

SAINT REMY PART 2: ART AND HISTORY AMONGST THE OLIVE GROVES

July 27, 2015

Last year my mother moved to the South of France; In a mad mid-life revelation she shipped off the dog, opened her Melbourne house to an artist-in-residence, and settled in a provincial town named...

WHERE TO EAT IN SYDNEY: SPICE TEMPLE

July 27, 2015

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Travel

As one of Australia's most celebrated chefs, everything Neil Perry touches turns to food gold. He is behind some of the most celebrated restaurants in Australia, not to mention he works closely with iconic...

BIG IDEAS FOR LITTLE ROOMS WITH TINITRADER POP UP MARKETPLACE

July 26, 2015

Lifestyle

Australia’s favourite online destination for babies and kids products is coming to life from 30 July to 2 August, with a special TiniTrader shopping event in Melbourne. Called the TiniTrader...

FOOD NEWS: HUXTABURGER HEADS NORTH TO SYDNEY, TRUFFLES AT THE ESTELLE, LE CREUSET OPENS AT CHADSTONE

July 23, 2015

HUXTABURGER POP UP AT HARPOON HARRY IN SYDNEY Get ready for the next “Friends of Harry’s” event! Hot off the heals of the most successful Belle’s Hot Chicken pop event, Harry’s have invited...

[STOKE] BAR & KITCHEN WHERE CITY MEETS GREAT FOOD

July 23, 2015

Following the move to the city last year, Stokehouse City has become a popular venue for enjoying a long lunch, dinner or special occasion. After being in the city location for the past year, Frank...

GET YOUR TASTE OF ASIA WITH A VISIT TO SAIGON SALLY

July 20, 2015

Sneakily hidden in Duke street just off Chapel street, Saigon Sally might not be the most obvious place to visit if you're just walking down Chapel Street but it's definitely a destination of choice for...

NOT ALL STEAKS WERE CREATED EQUAL – Q&A WITH HOPKINS RIVER BEEF AND ENTRECOTE OWNER ADAM NORTH

July 15, 2015

Congratulations on the success of Entrecôte! It has become one of Melbourne's hottest new restaurants. Why do you think Melbournians have embraced Entrecôte? Thanks very much. I think the building has...

CREATE YOUR TASTE WITH MCDONALDS (WATCH)

Paige Richards

July 14, 2015

Couturing trialed the ‘Create Your Taste’ concept as guests of McDonald’s. This post is sponsored by Nuffnang and...

TOP THINGS TO DO IN BALI

Joanna Zhang

July 14, 2015

With so many things to do on the beautiful island of Bali, it can sometimes be overwhelming trying to plan your trip. We've picked 6 of our favourites we think you can't miss! FIND OUT HOW JEWELLERY GETS...

HOW TO KEEP YOUR FLOWERS FRESHER FOR LONGER

July 13, 2015

Features, Home, Interiors, Lifestyle

Who doesn't love receiving a delivery of beautiful blooms? They instantly brighten your day and any room. We've teamed up with the fantastic team at Fresh Flowers to bring you our top tips to help your blooms...

FOOD NEWS: PERONI GOES PICCOLA, MONKEY KING BAR, BIBELOT HIGH TEA SALON OPENS, BASTILLE DAY & CHEZ DRE BAKERY

July 13, 2015

PERONI NASTRO AZZURO INTRODUCES THE ‘PERONI PICCOLA’ Smaller in size, yet equal in taste, the Peroni Piccola has arrived in Australia from Italy. The Peroni Piccola is the perfect size to enjoy...

WHERE TO STAY IN TOKYO: THE PENINSULA

July 12, 2015

Located within walking distance of Japan's premium shopping district Ginza, The Peninsula offers luxury accommodation complete with sweeping views of Japan's bustling CBD. Famed for its world-class service,...

SAINT REMY PART 1: SLEEPING AND EATING AMONGST THE OLIVE GROVES

July 10, 2015

Last year my mother moved to the South of France. In a mad mid-life revelation she shipped off the dog, opened her Melbourne house to an artist-in-residence, and settled in a provincial town named...

Q&A – THOSE GIRLS, WARMING WINTER WITH BEAUTIFUL BEVERAGES

July 8, 2015

Congratulations on the success of Those Girls. Tell us a bit about how it all started? Thank you! We have always had a passion for tea and American inspired beverages. But our idea to turn our passion into...

YOUR JULY COUTURING PLAYLIST (LISTEN)

July 8, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Lifestyle, Playlist

The influence from my trip to the US at the end of May is still apparent in what I’m listening to this month. Maybe a bit too apparent with all the hip hop/RnB and ex-Disney channel personalities.. I...

WHERE TO STAY IN THE MORNINGTON PENINSULA: AQUABELLE APARTMENTS

July 7, 2015

Features, Lifestyle, Travel, Where To Stay

Nestled above the main street of Rye, Aquabelle Apartments is the perfect escape from busy, city life. Only an hour out of Melbourne, Aquabelle Apartments offers the ultimate hidden oasis in the heart of the...

WHERE TO STAY IN TOKYO: MILLENIUM MITSUI GARDENS HOTEL

Joanna Zhang

July 6, 2015

Lifestyle, Travel, Where To Stay

As one of the hottest precincts in Tokyo, Ginza is the perfect blend of old and new Japan. This makes it the ideal home for Millenium Mitsui Garden Hotel Tokyo, one of the country’s newest hotels which...

WIN: BAKER’S DELIGHT LEMON AND BLUEBERRY SCONES

July 3, 2015

Competition, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

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Baker's Delight are celebrating winter with new limited edition Lemon & Blueberry Scones that will be available in bakeries nationally from 2 -29 July. A delicious treat, the new Lemon & Blueberry...

FOOD NEWS: WINTER AND JULY 4 AT ARBORY, CLOUDY BAY PINOT & DUCK TRAIL

July 3, 2015

WINTER AT ARBORY INCLUDING 4 JULY CELEBRATIONS This winter Arbory Bar & Eatery will warm the cockles of Melbournians hearts, amping up its heating facilities and introducing a new, warming menu....

2015 PEPPERJACK BATTLE OF THE STEAKS

July 1, 2015

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Food battles don't come any bigger than this. The 2015 Pepperjack Battle of the Steaks is happening from July 6 that will restaurants around Australia battle it out to become the best...

DENIS THE MENACE OPENS IN CREMORNE

June 30, 2015

Shaking up the cafe scene is the new kid on the cafe block, Denis the Menace brining a playful persona and cheeky charm, paired with serious hospitality to Cremorne. Tucked away in a...

YGAP ART FOR CHANGE

June 30, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Charity, Event, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

YGAP's newest venture is Art For Change, an exhibition that showcases the works of Australian artists, including six-time Archibald finalist David Bromley, Demian Gibbins, jewellery designer Ele Miško, and...

SINGAPORE: UNCOVERING CULTURAL GEMS IN A BUSY CITY

June 29, 2015

It’s no secret, Singapore is a Dionysian food orgy; a city-state intent on satisfying every Eastern-food fantasy and hunger fetish. The perfectly manicured streets are littered with restaurants and hawker...

MATCHA MAIDEN, THE GREENEST BRAND YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

June 26, 2015

If you haven't heard about matcha, then listen up. This wonderful green tea product is the latest and greatest to hit our radar because of its amazing health properties and its ease for which we can...

T2 CHAI CHAMPIONSHIPS NAMES SECOND WINNER

June 25, 2015

T2 Chai Championship (L-R) - Runner up Daniel Dick, esteemed chef Christine Mansfield, Winner Michael Allen, T2 founder Maryanne Shearer and 2014 winner Chris Odrowaz On a chilly Melbourne evening on...

WIN A DOUBLE PASS TO TRUFFLE MELBOURNE

June 25, 2015

Competition, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Get ready Melbourne. Truffle Melbourne is back for another delicious weekend of truffles and fun on 11-12 July 2015 at The Centre in Ivanhoe. If you love truffles or if you just love food then head...

MAKE A DATE WITH MR MIYAGI

June 24, 2015

One of the hottest places in Melbourne for foodies is Windsor. More specifically, Chapel Street in Windsor where some of Melbourne's hottest restaurants are located. If you haven't been here for a while then...

WHERE TO STAY IN TOKYO: PARK HOTEL

June 22, 2015

Like many other hotels in the heart of Tokyo, the Park Hotel is situated on the top floors of one of Japan’s mammoth skyscrapers. Located in the Shiodome Media Tower, the Park Hotel stands out from other...

FOOD NEWS: T2 CHAI FESTIVAL, HANOI HANNAH AND BEER DELUXE

June 18, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

T2 INAUGURAL CHAI FESTIVAL Chai lovers will love the inaugural Chai Festival by our favourite tea brand, T2 this Sunday 21 June from 11am-3pm at T2's HQ. The festival, which is open to the public...

HOT SALES THIS WEEKEND WITH DINOSAUR DESIGNS AND 2XU

June 18, 2015

Lifestyle, Sale

We're in the midst of half yearly sales and this weekend two of our favourite brands have hot sales where you can find great buys! Here are two on this weekend. DINOSAUR DESIGNS...

FOOD NEWS: GELATO MESSINA OPENS IN RICHMOND, THE ROVING MARROW, ST KILDA BURGER BAR

June 15, 2015

GELATO MESSINA OPENS IN RICHMOND One of Australia's favourite Gelateria's Gelato Messina opened its second Melbourne store in Richmond on 11 June. Located on Swan street, next to the new Dimmey's...

WHERE TO STAY IN SHANGHAI: MANDARIN ORIENTAL

June 11, 2015

When it comes to luxurious accommodation in Shanghai, you won’t find anything more high-end than the Mandarin Oriental. Located on the banks of the Hungpu River and tucked away in the heart of the city’s...

WHERE TO STAY IN BEIJING: ROSEWOOD HOTEL

June 10, 2015

Rosewood Hotels around the world are based around the concept of “a sense of place.” Each location is tailored to suit the city it is based in and designed to add a touch of home while offering travellers...

PARTY FOR KIDS WITH CANCER THIS JUNE

June 8, 2015

Charity, Lifestyle

Lorraine Lea is inviting everyone to party for a cause this June during their month-long Party for Kids with Cancer® fundraising appeal. The money raised through Lorraine Lea’s home styling...

WHERE TO STAY IN BEIJING: RAFFLES HOTEL

June 4, 2015

As one of the oldest hotels in Beijing, the Raffles Hotel is steeped in tradition. For those looking for accommodation in luxurious, classic surrounds, then this is the hotel for you. The hotel is located...

YOUR JUNE COUTURING PLAYLIST (LISTEN)

June 4, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Lifestyle, Playlist

Artist: Childish Gambino Song: Telegraph Ave (“Oakland by Lloyd”) Album: because the internet (2013) Telegraph Ave sets the scene for this month’s playlist, full of RnB, Hip Hop and a bit of...

STUDIO PP OPENS IN SOUTH YARRA

June 4, 2015

Studio PP, a new health and fitness mecca has opened in South Yarra, Melbourne, the second opened by former Australian Winter Olympian and influential fitness coach, Stephanie Prem. Studio PP...

FOOD NEWS: FREE 1ST BIRTHDAY PAN FRIED BUNS AT NEW SHANGHAI, ITALI.CO YOUNG CHEF’S DINNER AND LUME PREVIEWS ITS MENU OFFSITE

June 4, 2015

FREE PAN FRIED BUN WEEK AT NEW SHANGHAI Melbourne’s best dumpling house is turning one! New Shanghai, located in Melbourne’s prestigious Emporium is celebrating its first birthday in Australia’s...

TASTE THE FLAVOURS OF JAPAN AT SAKE

June 2, 2015

One of the best things about the change in seasons is that menus across the city change their lineup to take advantage of the best seasonal produce available. This means we're lucky enough to get a new suite...

TOP 5 GADGETS YOU NEED FROM LENOVO TECH WORLD

June 2, 2015

Lifestyle, Technology

Couturing headed to Beijing to attend Lenovo's Tech World conference. As one of the biggest tech conferences in the world, Tech World presented an array of new and concept design technology products. We've...

FOOD NEWS: NEGRONI WEEK, BROTHER BURGER OPENS IN SOUTH YARRA, THE ROAST COLLECTION AND ALL GOOD ORGANICS DRINKS

May 29, 2015

NEGRONI WEEK 1-7 JUNE, 2015 Running from 1st through to 7th June, 2015, Negroni Week will see bars and restaurants across Australia take part by taking $1 from each Negroni cocktail or Negroni...

PILATES AND BARRE COLLIDE WITH FUSION

Holly Asker

May 27, 2015

KX Pilates and Barre studios are slowly taking over many peoples lives, and suburbs throughout Melbourne and Sydney and if you are like me, I am guessing you are super excited about this. We at Couturing are...

TRUFFLE MANIA TAKES OVER PRAHRAN MARKET 20-21 JUNE

May 25, 2015

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Over two days in June, Prahran Market is set to experience truffle-mania when prestigious Australian food festival, Truffle Melbourne, transforms the food lover’s market into a fungi haven, complete...

THE JADO. THE PERFECT DRINK BOTTLE FOR ALL SEASONS

May 25, 2015

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If you haven't heard of the Jado then listen up. It's the bottle you can use in all seasons. All seasons, you say? Of course I can use a bottle in all seasons! But what makes the Jado special is that...

A CONSCIOUS COLLECTION BRINGS A HEALTHY TWIST TO CHOCOHOLICS

May 22, 2015

Food & Drink, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

Brooke from popular health and well-being blog A Conscious Collection, has launched her first e-book, Chocoholics. Not only including healthy recipes revolving around chocolate (yes, it is possible after...

EXPERIENCING THE FOOTSCRAY FRESH FOOD MARKETS WITH MELBOURNE’S TOP CHEFS

May 21, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Recipes

Visiting the Footscray Fresh Food Markets is a market experience like no other. It bursts with a chaotic jumble of the most incredible sights, sounds and smells, with fresh produce just waiting to be whipped...

FOOD NEWS: KERRIE HESS X LADUREE, FETTLE FLECKS, WOODY.P AND T2 MATCHA

May 20, 2015

KERRIE HESS X LADUREE Celebrated Australian illustrator Kerrie Hess has lent her hand to this sweet project for luxury French macaron house, Ladurée. Available now, a unique Kerrie...

LESSONS IN TEA AT THE T2 AUTUMN EDITION TEA WORKSHOPS

May 19, 2015