We are excited to announce that Bethany O’donnel from Sydney, NSW is the winner of our $200 gift voucher!!

All you have to do to be in the running is sign up to our VIP list…its that easy!

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Emerging out of London late last year, Joux Joux Le Shoe offers a refreshing take on your typical pair of heels, boots and flats. Each and every pair is constructed with an emphasis on attention to detail, and whether it be bold colouring, quirky patterning or a unique toe shape, you are bound to stand out with a pair of Joux Joux Le Shoe’s on your feet! Don’t forget to check them out at the sale!

Melbourne><Brisbane: punk, art and after  is an exhibition that illustrates the connection between the social and political conditions of the 1970s and early 80s in Melbourne and Brisbane, and the music and art emerging out of the two cities at that time.

With a particular focus on punk music, the exhibition compares and contrasts the punk bands emerging out of the two cities, such as The Lunatic Fringe and The Go-Betweens, and traces their influence on punk music in Australia since then.

While this exhibition does focus on the punk music genre, art, photography and history enthusiasts will also enjoy this fascinating exhibition.

Where: Ian Potter Museum of Art, University of Melbourne

When:  February 24 – May 16

Contact: www.art-museum.unimelb.edu.au

Amazing swimwear label Anna & Boy have joined the Big Fashion Sale! With a range of different styles and cuts, stunning prints and a selection of pool wear attire on offer, don’t forget to check them out at the SALE!

Quirky prints, boundary breaking silhouettes, unusual yet covetable accessories, unisex collections.. Melbourne-based label TV is perfect for those fashionista’s who prefer something a little different, keep an eye out for the label at the SALE!

In need of some new clothes for the whole family? After a present for a male friend?  Going to a baby shower? Then Sydney-based label Rittenhouse is perfect for you! With a line of men’s, women’s, children’s and baby clothing, the label caters to everyone’s needs, don’t miss it at the SALE!

Tom Ford – well respected fashion designer celebrated for his stunning collections for luxury fashion houses including Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent. Tom Ford – filmmaker?

Yes, you heard right, Tom Ford has decided to pursue the world of filmmaking. Ford’s self-financed debut film, A Single Man, recounts a day in the life of British college professor George Falconer, who is mourning the loss of his lover in a horrific car accident. Set in America in 1962, the film addresses themes of forbidden love, loss, friendship and hope.

Touching and educational, A Single Man is available for viewing in limited release only; however, the film’s positive reception amongst film critics and spectators alike will hopefully prompt its wider release over the next few months. We will keep you posted!!!

Inspiring, fascinating, empowering, educational. Lickshot: A Photo Scrapbook is a definite must buy.

Available at all good bookstores and http://www.amazon.com

TED is a website designed to proliferate the thoughts, opinions and ideas of a wide range of intellectuals, educators and even celebrities. Devised to educate, inspire and inform, the site offers live recordings of talks that address issues relating to themes such as technology, entertainment, design, arts and global issues.

To view the wide range of talks and themes available for viewing, visit www.ted.com

Why not treat yourself to this amazing dish by Matt Moran, top Australian chef and owner of internationally renowned restaurant Aria every now and again? Look on the bright side, if you cook it yourself the guilt of consuming such a scrumptious treat with be replaced with the satisfaction of successfully creating such an amazing dish!

Serves 6

INGREDIENTS

175gm caster sugar

50gm unsalted butter

6 bananas

2 sheets frozen puff pastry

Nutmeg ice-cream

500ml (2 cups) milk

1 tsp ground nutmeg

125gm egg yolks, from 7-8 eggs

110gm (1/2 cup) caster sugar

125ml (1/2 cup) pouring cup

METHOD

First, make the nutmeg ice-cream. Bring the milk and nutmeg to a simmer in a small saucepan, then turn off the heat and leave to infuse for 30 minutes.

Whisk the egg yolks and sugar in a bowl until thick and place, then stir into the milk.

Cook the custard over low heat, stirring constantly, until it is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.

Strain the custard into a bowl sitting in a larger bowl full of ice, so that it cooks rapidly.

Stir in the cream, then churn an ice-cream machine according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Preheat the oven to 180C.

Make the caramel base for the tarts by combining the sugar and 50ml of water in a small heavy-based saucepan over high heat.

Cook the syrup until it is golden, then remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the butter.

Divide the caramel among 6 tarte Tatin pans.

Cut the bananas into 5mm slice and place them on top of the caramel, arranging the slice in a single, slightly overlapping layer.

Cut out 6 puff pastry rounds to fit the tarte Tatin pans and place one in each pan, tucking the edges in, then bake for 20 minutes or until golden.

Gently turn out each warm tarte Tatin by turning the pan upside-down and tapping the bottom; it should slide out.

Place a tart in the centre of each plate, top with a scoop of nutmeg ice-cream and serve immediately.