Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Yulli's

Dinner at Yulli's, Crown Street Surry Hills tonight. The sample plates were the highlight: zucchini fritters, crispy tofu and vegetarian dumplings were the pick of the night. Mains were so-so: I had the laksa. The wine and beer lists are extensive, and we were ensconced in the cute little room at the back.

The exteriors of our house have been repainted: yay! Photos to come with daylight.




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Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Update

I'm not sure whether its possible to resurrect a blog after two years of inactivity, but here goes!

I'm typing as the sweet sounds of The Voice simper in the background and the rhythmic kick of the baby inside reminds me of my place in the universe.



Work is awesome, our home is in the process of receiving a fresh lick paint and I'm warming to a new wardrobe comprising almost exclusively of metalicus pieces.




13 weeks to go on Thursday!


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Saturday, May 7, 2011

Things have been busy in blogland. A trip to Melbourne saw us stay at the delightful Prince Hotel in St Kilda, dining daily at Circa The Prince - great Australian food served simply in a contemporary and beautiful environment.






This week has been particularly kind, with dinner at Aria, Jimmy Liks and the Gazebo. Highlights? Pork belly at Aria, Mussaman curry at Jimmy Liks and espresso martinis at Gazebo.


Oh and did I mention 5/5 days at Virgin Active?






Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Sky phoenix, presents and the most gorgeous weather of the year


When I stepped out the front door this morning I was pleasantly surprised to see the sun beating down on the pavement. A hop skip - a honey nougat roll - and a jump and I was at work. The morning flew by and then I was at lunch at Sky Phoenix. Seriously, some of the best yum cha in our fine city is served at Sky Phoenix. I focused on the dumplings and ate prawn, vegetarian, scallop, spinach and other tasty morsels.
Happily located in the refurbished Westfields, I stopped by Peter Alexander for a birthday gift for MIL. Then I walked back via the bookshop on Castlereagh Street, shot the breeze with a former colleague - darn those Waratahs! - and then found myself back at work.

Whilst I loved the dumplings, and the shopping, the absolute highlight of the day was the weather. We had the most fabulous warm breeze sweeping through the city today and I was thrilled to spend a portion of the day outside - half hour walk to work, half hour home again, 20 minute walk into the city, 20 minute walk back again.

Oh Autumn, you're being so kind to us.

Monday, March 21, 2011

Legislation, homework, Thai Power


Not wanting to arrive at work soaking wet this morning, I caught a sneaky cab. Which meant this evening, when it was POURING, I could hardly justify another said cab. And so I got soaked from the waist down. It wasn't cold - it was almost funny!


Today I played legislation snakes and ladders - start with one Act, slide into corresponding Act in another jurisdiction, slip towards complimentary Act, complimentary Act in yet another jurisdiction and then hit the case law. Ouchie head.


Dinner at Thai Power - the warmth and cosyness of wonton soup. Then home to watch a film for work:

Hope the weather clears up - my exercise regime can't afford any more taxis!

Sunday, March 20, 2011

Lunches, Surry Hills and a spot of shopping

I have been enjoying working in 2010 - the postcode, that is. Longrain is one reason that Surry Hills is a great suburb to work in. Prawn betel leaves, drunken chicken and ocean trout in coconut sauce are great choics at Longrain. I will be returning for the cocktails when I don't have to return to the office. Taste on Foveaux Street has been very kind to me, too.

SMH - Longrain




I've been valliantly trying to return more regularly to the gym, and have just booked a week's worth of morning classes. Fingers crossed that this works out...

A trip to Lyn and Barrett has confirmed the age old adage that 8/10 women are wearing the wrong size bra, a visit to Aesop enabled me to purchase a handcream strong enough to disguise any external odour as well as a beautifully scented handwash, an Oroton handbag is on its way from the online store and two Cue tops made their way into my wardrobe. Shopping ban begins.... now.




Friday, March 11, 2011

Where have I been???


I got a new job! My contract at my last job - which I loved, loved, loved - ended at the end of 2010, so it was high time that I started participating in the economy again. I was in Canberra training last week, and had my first week in the office this week. It's been a steep learning curve - new operating systems, new protocols, new employer - but so far it's been interesting!
Whilst training in Canberra I ate at the Lemongrass Thai restaurant, at my brother-in-law's and at Pelagic - that great new seafood restaurant in Bailey's corner. Go! Support it Canberra! The sashimi is fantastic, the fish is handled beautifully and the chocolate fondant was perfectly gooey in the centre. The service was straight out of Conviction Kitchen - more than a little freaky.
I had my 'congratulations, you're employed!' dinner at Manta on the Woolloomooloo wharf. The most beautifully presented sashimi for entree and an amazing fish main. I love Manta - they are so respectful of the fish. Oh, and Owen Wilson was eating there as well - which was a little exciting ;)
My new job involves a walk past the original Spice I Am. How lucky am I? Last night I had the ho mok and chicken pat cha, and tonight I backed up with another ho mok. Dessert was a block of Dark Lindt chocolate with a touch of sea salt - delicious. But I am going to have to hit the gym. And give up the chocolate.
I went to Strawberry X for lunch today - it was ok, but nothing spectacular: tandoori chicken wrap - meh.
More good news is the proximity of the new work to Longgrain and Bodega (open for lunch on Thursday and Friday - yay!) and Assiette - three courses on Friday lunch for $35 - I kid you not!!!