New years eve is a special occasion and after the horrendous 2020 we have all suffered through, it seemed more important than ever to celebrate the coming of 2021 in style. [...]
In a move that has set Melburnians’ tastebuds aflutter, fine Chinese cuisine hotspot, Yu Kitchen, has just announced a spruce-up in time for spring, with a new menu and [...]
I often write about my love of the Marysville area and the memories I have from my childhood and ones I am making now with each and every visit. One of the highlights for me [...]
Nashville was on our agenda for our most recent trip to the USA. In a way you could call us ‘explorers’, we love the touristy things, but we love exploring small town [...]
I’ve recently been tasked with the job of creating a cheese wheel cake for a wedding. For those who don’t know, a cheese wheel cake quite often replaces a traditional [...]
LOS ANGELES, CA – Oscar producer Donna Gigliotti, and co-producer and director Glenn Weiss, have announced the first round of presenters for the Academy Awards. The show [...]
Milan, January 28, 2019 – Giorgio Armani dressed select nominees, presenters and attendees of the 25th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards. The show took place Sunday, [...]
Having just celebrated Australia Day my mind is full of how fortunate Australians truly are. I don’t think there is one food item that we can’t grow or raise on our [...]
Start spreadin’ the news, I’m leaving today I want to be a part of it, New York, New York ….. Those opening words from the very famous song, written by Fred Ebb and [...]
Discovering long forgotten parts of Victoria is one of my passions and for me, there is nothing like being the passenger in a comfortable car visiting towns that I [...]
Every day around 80 Victorians develop diabetes. The latest figures show that 323,000 Victorians have been diagnosed with diabetes. In addition, Diabetes Victoria estimates [...]
The other night I had the pleasure of tasting Thai delicacies at Miss Ping’s, a new Thai eatery in Doncaster. Launched late March, this enticing venture has been created [...]
Shopping – do you ever give it much thought? Of course, you see an item of clothing you want – you go in, try it on, see if you can afford to buy it (doesn’t really [...]
Get ready for beach days and sizzling summer nights, as Bras N Things turn up the heat with the launch of the Blue Ruby SS17 Swim collection. Designed in Australia by Josie [...]
Leaving the suburbs of Salt Lake City we are now heading towards our next major stop, Reno, with an overnight stay along the way at Battle Mountain. Our route takes us [...]
Victoria Beckham’s second limited edition makeup collection with Estée Lauder will be available at the beginning of September. “I am so excited to be expanding my makeup [...]
Over 10 days from 1 September, the Channels 2017: Futures of festival will present some of the best new contemporary moving image from over 90 Australian and international [...]
by Carol Sheridan. For Jamie Marfell, wine making was an inevitable career choice as he grew up on a farm overlooking a valley of grapevines in Marlborough, New Zealand. His [...]
We’ve landed, collected our bags, picked up our rental car and are now heading off to Salinas, CA. According to historic information, Salinas’ earliest inhabitants [...]
I have to say, I really do love Gucci – the unique style, fabrics and jewellery, but I also have to admit to having had a bit of a giggle when I tried to imagine the men [...]
We smell because we sweat. But not just any sweat. The milky sweat secreted by our apocrine glands. Found in hairy areas like our groin and armpits, these glands are a [...]
An enthusiastic reaction to the first Greenshowroom ‘Salonshow’ in the new location – the setting in the ‘Funkhaus’ and an exciting style mix ensured great applause [...]
I have said it before, and I say it again, the best way for children to learn is when they are having fun. I dare to say, that nobody knows this better than the people at [...]
Sweet celebrations are underway at Savour Chocolate and Patisserie School as Kirsten Tibballs and her team celebrate not only the school’s 15 year anniversary, but also the [...]
I will be the first to admit that I am not much of a drinker – there are times when as little as half a glass of wine can have me suddenly becoming the life of the party OR [...]
FRANKLIN EUGENE SUNLIT, a menswear collection inspired and illuminated by direct light from the sun, made its undisputed mark when it was showcased during Milan Fashion Week [...]
Before landing in Australia this morning, Prince Harry took to the field for the Sentebale Royal Salute Polo Cup to raise funds for his charity, Sentebale. In front of over [...]
Glamorous Rome came to chic Frankfurt for a red-carpet affair, as Bulgari revealed its new boutique in the design concept by Peter Marino to clients and celebrities. The [...]
Stoned Crystals is the world’s first Natural Crystal Décor line, for the home and work place. With their inaugural Collection GEO GEMS, launched in 2015, Stoned Crystals [...]
If you have ever tried your hand at growing fruit and vegetables at home, you will know the sense of achievement and excitement when you see that plant develop into something [...]
When it comes to a party, Mardi Gras in New Orleans can’t be beaten. To New Orleanians, “Mardi Gras” specifically refers to the Tuesday before lent, the [...]
From the creator of Paris to Provence comes Melbourne’s first dedicated French Food Market which launches at the opening weekend of River Graze at the 2017 Melbourne [...]
On a visit to the USA a few years ago I decided to take a bus tour of the city of Chicago. The tour guide was excitedly pointing out some of the highlights of this amazing [...]
On the heels of its successes of recent years and record exhibitor and visitor attendance, this year’s MIDO in Milan is fully booked again and continues to get bigger and [...]
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Tella Balls Dessert Bar turns one next week and to celebrate, the guys behind the over-the-top Nutella-inspired dessert-eria is giving away free Tella [...]
So, the Christmas and New Year festivities are over and most of us who were lucky enough to have some time off are back at the daily grind. Ho Hum. Not that I am complaining [...]
When local resident Simone ordered a takeaway from local Turkish restaurant, Taksim Meze, using the Just Eat app, little did she know she was going to be the first person in [...]
Last night the PRODIJEE team was invited to attend the launch of new menu specials at Meatworks Co in South Melbourne, it was also a new venue for me. Located at 28 Ross [...]
I guess it’s no secret that Botox and similar products are being used by just about every celebrity, high flyer, socialite, television personality and the like, but more [...]
If you love having that bronzed glow throughout the summer months but prefer to stay out of the sun, then Physicians Formula has the answer. Physicians Formula Bronze Booster [...]
Over 70 fashion designers from Russia, Georgia, Ukraine and other countries are presenting their collections at Mercedes-Benz Fashion week Russia. Most of the designers and [...]
Desigual, is a Barcelona based fashion and textile company that is characterised by its distinct, optimistic and colourful designs. The company began operating under the [...]
I will admit that I am a USA junkie – it’s undeniably true. I take any opportunity to jump on-board a plane and travel the 14 hours it takes to get there. From Australia [...]
It was a time of big hair, bad moustaches, massive crowds chanting “Lill-eeeeeee, Lill-eeeeeee, and the sight of a blond-haired bloke known as Thommo threatening to knock [...]
By now you will all know that I love a product that smells great, but the product has to work well too. I admit that I am a bit slow to get onto the A’kin and A’kin by [...]
Heading to somewhere a little bit further than ‘off the beaten track’, such as the Antarctic, requires lots of professional help and information, and that’s exactly [...]
We live on a beautiful planet – planet Earth. Every country, every mountain, every ocean, every river and every creature on this planet is beautiful in its own right. [...]
Middle of the day? Afternoon mental block? Tired of sitting at that desk? It happens to all of us from time to time, but you don’t always need to reach for the coffee to [...]
According to the latest Australian Health Survey, over 93 per cent of Australians are not receiving their daily-recommended intake of nutrients from every day food. More and [...]
Educational entertainment is rising to a whole new level with the launch of the Busy Izzy series in Australia. This exciting children’s ‘edutainment’ series encourages [...]
There is an old saying ‘oils aint oils’ and this saying remains true today. Bring nature indoors and envelop yourself with the aromas of Natio’s new 100% pure and [...]
Two Celtic girls, working in London, travel the USA in search of the best BBQs. It sounds like the start of a joke, but it’s not. Samantha Evans and Shauna Guinn ditched [...]
It was with great pleasure that I accepted an invitation to attend the relaunch of Amaro Montenegro – WOW – what a fun night! Firstly, the invitation stated that the [...]
When it comes to delightful digits many of us rely on colourful finger and toe nails. We opt for bright, dark, soft and natural colours to suit our mood, our outfit or even [...]
It’s time to set the record straight to ensure you’re giving your skin the care it needs this winter. It’s the same story year in, year out –with winter well on its [...]
The time has come around again to celebrate the one completely irreplaceable woman in your life… your Mother! Sunday 8th May is rolling around fast and staff at Munich [...]
I am a cook book fanatic. I have hundreds of them and I am always flicking through the colourful pages for inspiration and I smile to myself when I come across a page that is [...]
Sydney, Australia: The skies over Shellharbour and Wollongong will play host to one of Australia’s largest and most spectacular air shows, Wings Over Illawarra, on Saturday [...]
Zero Gradi Melbourne, Australia: After numerous pizzerias, Italian restaurants, world award winning pizzas, a cicchetti and now a gelataria – Zero Gradi – you would [...]
When it comes to home decorating I absolutely love blue and white. It is calming, crisp and clean looking, bright and happy. It lifts my spirits. And just like a pair of old [...]
Do you feel like you work day and night, never spend your income on anything but bills and often think you are in a pit of quicksand going down, down and further down? If you [...]
We often turn to quick and simple meals when we are time poor or when we have lack of inspiration, but there are times those quick and simple meals are just plain boring. [...]
by Holly Scaunich. Everyone likes mixing up their look and changing your hairstyle is no different to trying new fashions in clothing. Keeping this in mind Wella has launched [...]
Lunch time can become really humdrum when you have limited time. You tend to leave your office, go to the usual coffee shop downstairs, rush down your food, then back to [...]
by Carol Sheridan. Photos: Las Vegas News Bureau. People travel to Las Vegas for many reasons – boys trips, chick trips, hens parties, lovers’ romantic getaway, [...]
Not all skin care products need to cost a fortune as proven by Skin Theory with their range of very affordable products. Skin Theory uses a range of nourishing ingredients [...]
South Yarra, Australia: The City of Stonnington skyline has changed forever – and for the better – after a property developer turned the wall of a South Yarra [...]
Geneva, Switzerland: At the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) watch show, IWC celebrated the launch of its new Pilot’s Watches collection. The Pepe [...]
Berlin, GERMANY: “Velvet Affairs” is the theme of Marc Cain’s exclusive showcased looks for the upcoming Fall/Winter 2016 collections at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in [...]
Probably all of us have heard of the ‘war’ between north and south of the border – that’s north and south of the Murray River! Which is the best state? Victoria? New [...]
by Carol Sheridan Paris is often referred to as the most romantic city in the world – and while I have no personal experience of the city, I absolutely love it. Place de la [...]
The natural world never fails to amaze, with its beauty, ingenuity and magnificence. Over a million wildebeest migrating across the plains of the Serengeti in pursuit of [...]
Gerard Houllier will lead the official Liverpool FC Legends side including Steven Gerrard, Jamie Carragher and Ian Rush in a clash with the Australian Legends at ANZ Stadium [...]
London, England: Nov 26 The Idris Elba + Superdry Collection has landed – a collaboration between the British hero brand and the Golden Globe-winning actor. [...]
That amazing little ball of chocolate – bite through the smooth chocolate and into an even smoother and almost gooey filling – yummmmm ‘Tis the season where we start to [...]
Luxury launches website VeryFirstTo.com is offering The World’s Most Glamorous Christmas Tree Star. The unprecedented piece has been created by 77 Diamonds, the leading [...]
Let’s face it: nothing quite compares to that glorious feeling of a 5 (or 28!) minute shower in the morning. It’s where we make our most important life decisions; [...]
by Carol Sheridan Think pristine white sand. Think azure blue water. Think fresh breeze rustling the palm trees. Think sitting on a lounge chair by a crystal clear pool with [...]
Behind Dubai’s wow factor is a city with history and culture that is still rooted in Islam and trade. The Arab culture and folklore is expressed through music and dance; [...]
Melbourne, Australia: Help is at hand for sporting clubs around Australia with the opening of summer applications in Holden’s Home Ground Advantage grants program. Up to [...]
Americans have the reputation for obesity and while my experience is that Americans are no more obese than the average Aussie, America certainly caters for those wanting to [...]
As Glinda from The Wizard Of Oz says “You’ve Always Had The Power My Dear” and the time has come to put your power to use! This November, YOU have the power to change [...]
Brisbane, Australia: Sydney expats Falls are turning heads on both sides of the Atlantic as their debut album Omaha offers up a new single When We Were Young. The duo of [...]
It was with great delight that I attended the 150th anniversary celebration of Tilley Soaps at The Stables of Como, Garden Pavilion in South Yarra. As always, the grounds of [...]
Mooloolaba, Australia: Every year, more and more people are delighting in sightings and encounters with whales, but as summer approaches, Sunreef Mooloolaba is farewelling [...]
Many people skip breakfast due to their busy lives and a lack of time in the mornings. According to experts, breakfast is integral for both mental and physical health, and in [...]
Tokyo, Japan: Foreign press were invited to the SHISEIDO Clé de Peau Beauté Press Conference on New Products 2016 held at the Palace Hotel. The brand muse, American actress [...]
Steve Jobs is set backstage in the minutes before three iconic product launches spanning Jobs’ career—beginning with the Macintosh in 1984, and ending with the unveiling [...]
Private Blend Venetian Bergamot is Tom Ford’s singular interpretation of the ingredient long prized by perfumers for its freshness and elegance. The top note of bergamot [...]
Don’t get caught out without the right clothes to pack if you are heading overseas and the weather is different to where you are now. YSL offers a great range of [...]
Melbourne, Australia: AFL football legend, David Neitz has partnered with Beer DeLuxe to produce a refreshing pale ale that is all about goodness. Brewmanity has been built [...]
Seattle, USA: Leading fashion specialty retailer Nordstrom, opened the doors to its new store at Ridgedale today, its second full-line store in the Twin Cities. The [...]
Melbourne, Australia: Burlesque queen, Dita Von Teese has launched her global Spring Summer lingerie collection in Australia with the addition of new twists to her classic [...]
by Holly Scaunich ‘Pleasantly surprised’ is the first thing that comes to mind when I think about the Laque Lift gel polish remover, and not only a super simple [...]
For some, perspiration and chafing can be a problem all year round, but for others it can just become a problem as the weather begins to warm up. Humidity only makes problems [...]
Australian scent house, TÄNDA Modern, has released a limited edition ‘Cities Collection’ to culturally diversify the candle industry and introduce international aromas [...]
Paris, France: Robust demand from the growing small satellite market has led Virgin Galactic to significantly increase the performance of its LauncherOne satellite launch [...]
Vienna/Innsbruck, Austria: French designer, Jean Paul Gaultier, is staging an exhibition of spaces at Swarovski Kristallwelten stores in Wien and Innsbruck. Jean Paul [...]
by Carol Sheridan. I have been trialling the soon to be released range by Schwarzkopf Professional – OSIS+ Glamination. It is a range of female styling products that is [...]
As the weather gets better, we want to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. Nothing speaks of beautiful weather and fun in the sun than colour, lots and lots of bright colour. [...]
Light up your home and enhance your mood with Natio’s NEW limited edition collection of Scented Candles. Refined with pure essential oils, the Australian made 100% natural [...]
by Carol Sheridan You are tired, it’s been a long day and all you want to do is fall into bed, but you still have a face full of makeup, not to mention the grime that has [...]
We have been told for years that sugar is bad for our teeth, but more recently, it is being documented that sugar is bad for our whole body. As well as the fact that sugar [...]
Tasmania, Australia: Earlier this month, Alastair McLeod – a 23-year-old student from Monash University – became the first person to windsurf the giant waves of Pedra [...]
Sunshine Coast, Australia: Australia’s premier body painting festival has relaunched in 2015 with an expanded arts program and exhilarating guest artist line up that [...]
Jojoba has just introduced their natural pigmentation oil which I think is a must have for all aging or blemished skin. The natural pigmentation oil is 99.9 per cent natural [...]
Schwarzkopf Professional continues to provide us with miracles for hair. Their latest must have products in the luxury range include BC Oil Miracle Mists for both light and [...]
Melbourne, Australia: Holden announces a multi-year agreement with The Walt Disney Company Australia and New Zealand to promote the Star Wars franchise, one of the largest [...]
Performers prepare backstage at a Chinese opera during the month of Hungry Ghost Festival (Yu Lan) on August 14, 2015 in Hong Kong. The Hungry Ghost Festival is intrinsically [...]
When it comes to spring racing glamour, Rachael Finch, beauty ambassador for Amcal, Amcal Max and Guardian Pharmacies, always stands out from the crowd. So who else better to [...]
Melbourne, Australia: Adelaide born, Melbourne obsessed, cabaret songstress Anya Anastasia is set to take over the beautiful Melba Spiegeltent for the world premiere season [...]
Johannesburg, South Africa: On the occasion of Hennessy’s 250th anniversary celebration, Maison Hennessy chairman and CEO Bernard Peillon marked the fourth stop in the [...]
Sunshine Coast, Australia: Supported by the Queensland Government, the fifth annual Sunshine Coast Real Food Festival is expecting 10,000 visitors through the gate over the [...]
Seattle, USA: Nordstrom has launched SPACE, a new shop curated by Olivia Kim, Nordstrom Director of Creative Projects, featuring emerging and advanced designers. SPACE [...]
Mooloolaba, Australia: Whales and their calves are playing and checking out the swimmers in record numbers as Sunreef’s Swim with Whales reaches heads towards its peak. As [...]
Red Spice Road The Inaugural People’s Choice Awards reflects Victoria’s diverse tastes and has resulted in Melbourne’s local favourite, Red Spice Road, [...]
Sydney, Australia: Liptember is officially launching this week and experts are calling on Australians to brighten up their pout and use their love of lipstick to help start [...]
Spring is just around the corner and Natio is all prepared and set to inspire us with some new products. Embrace the ‘no makeup’ look this summer with the confidence of [...]
Los Angeles, USA: California dreamin’ just got a lot easier this fall with the Suite California Getaway Coastal Tour experience. Four Seasons California Collection [...]
We all know that jocks and socks are a necessity in Dad’s life, but they are pretty boring. Here are some ideas to help show you have put some real thought into his [...]
Words: Carol Sheridan. Photos: Darren House. Beautiful blue skies, magnificent scenery, friendly people, pure air, pristine water and amazing produce. I have just returned [...]
Most of us are already using recyclable and reusable shopping bags, but even the sturdiest of them will start to look shabby very quickly. They can lose their shape, tear at [...]
Sydney, AUSTRALIA: Chvrches have announced the release of their second album, Every Open Eye, which is due September 25 via Liberator Music/Goodbye Records. The album is [...]
Melbourne, AUSTRALIA: In-form Porsche Carrera Cup Australia driver Nick Foster and experienced racer Marc Cini will take on the best of Italy, France and Asia next weekend [...]
Datev, GERMANY: Athletes lined up for the World’s greatest Long Distance Triathalon, Challenge Roth. Winner Yvonne van Vlerken of Netherlands (centre) second place Carrie [...]
Having just set a date for its first store opening in Perth, H&M has confirmed it will launch its first store outside Melbourne’s CBD in Eastland as part of the [...]
London, ENGLAND: John McEnroe swapped his role as a Wimbledon commentator for chauffeur car driver, as the all-time tennis great surprised two unsuspecting Wimbledon fans [...]
Townsville, AUSTRALIA: Red Bull Racing Australia’s Jamie Whincup and Steve Richards raced into Townsville and swapped their V8s for mountain bikes as they embarked upon a [...]
Wattens, AUSTRIA: Global jewelry leader Swarovski and brand muse Miranda Kerr hosted International press at an intimate dinner at Kristallwelten, to celebrate [...]
New Orleans, USA: US Independence Day is just around the corner, and we know many Americans will be Grill Masters for a day. Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse considers itself [...]
Photos: Tourism & Events Queensland Cairns, AUSTRALIA: Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has launched a new social media tourism campaign inviting global travellers to [...]
Mt Buller, AUSTRALIA: Mt Buller has welcomed another crisp blast of winter, with the resort enjoying 2cm of fresh snow in the past 24 hours, much to the delight of families [...]
Milan, ITALY: Milan, the Italian home to some of the stylish and fashionable brands and boutiques in the world, shops to which people travel to from around the world, has a [...]
Cappadocia, TURKEY the Mecca of flying, Cappadocia, last weekend hosted acro paragliders Petar Loncar from Serbia, Veso Ovcharov from Bulgaria and Ondrej Prochazka from Czech [...]
London, ENGLAND: Nelson Piquet Jr is the first Formula E champion. The Brazilian took the title at the end of an incredible day, with the excitement building as everyone was [...]
Shaking hands is a greeting used by many men, but women in the professional sector use it often too. Imagine – the tailored suit you are wearing is impeccable, your hair is [...]
Melbourne, AUSTRALIA: Holden’s European invasion continues, with the German-designed and built Insignia VXR performance sedan launched at the snow-covered Southern [...]
We talk about fitness in all forms of sport. Athletes undergo rigorous training all around the world to compete at the highest levels possible. In all sports, there is no [...]
By John Anthony. WINED BY: Baddaginnie Run of the Strathbogie Ranges in Northern Victoria www.baddaginnierun.net.au DINED BY: Cerberus Beach House, Boat Shed 212, Half [...]
Melbourne, AUSTRALIA: Audi Australia has continued to diversify its sponsorship portfolio, today announcing it will join the Hawthorn Football Club as a principal Partner [...]
You don’t need to be part of a fun run to have fun on a run. If you are into fitness outdoors in the city you will need shoes that will take you over any surface that you [...]
Life very nearly got in the way of a long-time dream for Melbourne-based artist and designer, Susie Monte. Susie had long been interested in designing and creating but always [...]
Melbourne, AUSTRALIA: It was a mixed lolly bag of selfie loving guests at the 2015 TV Week Logie Awards – housewives, reality home builders and chefs, pop stars, a [...]