Friggin zucchini

I woke up today with a cracking headache, one eye half closed, a stiff neck and feeling like I could sleep for a year. I popped some painkillers, took my selfie for the 75 hard’ish challenge, and tried to get on with the day. Then I discovered I had my period. Great. 15mins out of … Read more

The vegemite furore: why my husband just lost his food cred

Vegemite is an Australian cultural icon. Made from brewer’s yeast, spice and vegetable additives, it’s a disgusting blend that you either love or hate. It’s a rite of passage for foreigners to give it a go when they arrive on Australian shores. Aussies abroad crave it. It’s irreplaceable. Nothing compares (not even marmite you cretins). … Read more

A working breakfast

This afternoon we are lucky enough at work to be heading out for a company-wide social activity, Ten Pin Bowling. Following that, as tradition goes at our work place, there will be a big group of people that head out for some drinks immediately after. Also tradition, I'm going to join them and then get … Read more

Second half of my Melbourne journey

Saturday morning I awoke with the dreaded feeling that I was getting crook. My throat was sore, my nose felt a little blocked, and I was feeling a little fatigued despite having a long sleep. I was determined not to get crook though. Julie had already eaten, so Jens and I popped down to Crabapple … Read more

Breakfast at Crabapple Kitchen

Today I have been left to explore the city on my own, as both Jens and Julie had to work today. I felt their pain…actually, no I didn’t as I’m on holidays!! Woo! After a lazy morning with a sleep in until 8am I rose, showered and made my way down the street to hunt … Read more