Last weekend saw me toddling over to Glasgow to see Strictly the Show with me old chum, Lynsey. Little did I realise when I was booking that my arrival a day ahead of schedule would see me spend Brexit day in a wee hotel off George Square in the centre of Glasgow. The day started … Continue reading Two Days in Glasgow
Drinks: Hains & Co, Adelaide
Here's a quickie post! Just before meeting my old chum, Toby, on our visit to Apothecary in Adelaide, we arranged to meet up for a beveranda at a hip and happening bar in a formerly unattractive quarter of Adelaide, made over for the purpose. I was a bit early and got chatting to the bar … Continue reading Drinks: Hains & Co, Adelaide
Eating Out: Apothecary, Adelaide
My friend from Anúna days, Toby Gilbert, moved to Adelaide many moons ago where he and his family have settled and I hoped I would get to meet up with him! A visit to 'Apothecary', one of the top-rated spots in Adelaide was it! We were first to arrive into an interesting pharmacy-inspired interior, the … Continue reading Eating Out: Apothecary, Adelaide
Eating Out: Flinders St Project, Adelaide
Everyone knows I am no hipster, neither in demeanour nor intent, and yet I find myself drawn to cafes and eateries frequented by earnest millenials pondering whether THIS smashed avocado surpasses the unexpected finery of a spring pea guacamole at THAT vegan pop-up. Such were the online debates about the Flinders St Project in Adelaide, … Continue reading Eating Out: Flinders St Project, Adelaide
Eating Out: Hey Jupiter, Adelaide
'Hey Jupiter' is not only the name of one of my favourite songs by Tori Amos (click here), but also the name of a French breakfast joint in downtown Adelaide, much recommended. It certainly had the classic good looks of a Parisian street-side scene, if not the crowds milling past, someone smoking a Gitane outside … Continue reading Eating Out: Hey Jupiter, Adelaide
Eating Out: La Rambla, Adelaide
When I arrived into Adelaide, it was a Sunday evening and I was surprised at just how quiet the streets of the city centre were. Later, a friend explained that - at the weekends - the CBD is quiet as most Adelaidians live in one or other suburb and each of those areas has its … Continue reading Eating Out: La Rambla, Adelaide
Eating & Drinking: National Wine Centre of Australia, Adelaide
You may have thought I disappeared and forgot the last of my few days in lovely Australia! I came back to Ireland a couple of weeks ago and immediately started a new job, so my attention has been there! Now that I know how my week is working, I have a few more posts about … Continue reading Eating & Drinking: National Wine Centre of Australia, Adelaide
Eating Out: Osteria Oggi, Adelaide
While food options in the Outback were pretty limited, I did find a decent lunch in Darwin. With Adelaide, my hopes were set higher: could I find a good Italian and maybe some of Adelaide's famous hipster brunches? Osteria Oggi was first up on deck in the Italian stakes and reviews looked good, hovering around … Continue reading Eating Out: Osteria Oggi, Adelaide
Eating Out: Chow!, Darwin
A need for a spicy lunch in Darwin tempted me towards the harbourside area - somewhere I'd not prioritised because of the oft-repeated tour guide warning of saltwater crocodiles in the harbour! I discovered that a harbour wall had been built and a children's paddling area with beach constructed, which sounds great (hoping crocs can't … Continue reading Eating Out: Chow!, Darwin
Eating Out: PM Eat & Drink, Darwin
I think there is only one LGBT bar in Darwin, right opposite the Rydges Darwin Central hotel and there was a large friendly road crossing painted in rainbow colours to welcome all crossers! I was on my way to the nearest 4.5/5 or higher restaurant within a km of the hotel (and recommended by a … Continue reading Eating Out: PM Eat & Drink, Darwin
