Travel, life, loves and laughs.
It has been a rough few years. COVID, jobs lost, friends leaving and lives changing without really moving forwards. Such is the nature of an expat life at the best of times. Yet despite all of it, there is still life and friendship to celebrate.… Read the rest
Atlantis does things properly and Suhoor, presented in the Asateer tent, is no exception. The tent, decoration and location are nothing if not remarkable. In fact, ‘tent’ doesn’t really conjure the right images if one is hoping to set expectations.… Read the rest
Lunch at Mimi Kakushi’s is the best I have ever had.
Some meals are memorable for different reasons. It might be the atmosphere, the service, view, a particular ingredient or indeed an entire dish that stands out. Mimi Kakushi brings all of these elements together to provide a very, very memorable meal for all the right reasons.… Read the rest
Tucked in behind the little town of Murrumbateman is Shaw Vineyard, an award winning vineyard where you can ”expect the unexpected”.
This is a family owned, cool climate vineyard producing Riesling, Semillon, Merlot, Malbec, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon with around 70 acres of vines.… Read the rest
The Four Winds Vineyard is an easy drive from Canberra and yet a world away. We are in the area for a mid-week getaway, however, the proximity to the capital makes this a great day trip destination for a weekend family lunch or date with a difference.… Read the rest
Murrumbateman Winery is the first stop of our Murrumbateman Escape.
We have cycled here from our Abode accommodation in town and arrive hot and thirsty. Thankfully the friendly staff, accompanied by Mollie the wine dog, greet and refresh us with some water before we begin our wine tasting in earnest.… Read the rest
Why choose just 5 best restaurants when one could, and to some extent I have (literally), eaten my way around Crete? One of the delights of travel is the opportunity to discover new things and flavors could very well be at the top of this list.… Read the rest
After a chilled morning and a snorkel tour this afternoon, we are looking for something with a good menu as well as that special cuteness factor for an intimate evening meal. It is finally Ela Taverna that wins out.… Read the rest
It is a golden day if not yet a golden sunset. We have spent the morning at Ancient Falasarna and are now ready for some lunch and a rest in the shade. Golden Sunset Taverna catches our eye – with spectacular views and a great menu.… Read the rest
We discover Almyriki, Stavros Beach, after a morning exploring monasteries on the Akrotiri Peninsula east of Chania. Hot and hungry we stumble in and are instantly cooled and calmed by this little beachside gem of a restaurant.
The view is stunning.… Read the rest