“Thank you for being with us. Your supporting us helps us to start a new life. You come to eat but that support is big things for us in Australia.” Nothing summarises Tamil Feasts at CERES any better than asylum seeker and cook Sri, as quoted from Facebook. I read this quote, as a warmness […]
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Inner city Sydney has an insatiable appetite for vegan foodie locales, from the likes of eclectic Newtown, to the alternative digs in Enmore and the outer rim of Sydney’s central business district; all within walking and accessible by quick and affordable public transport. The day’s stock-standard three meals are covered for any traveller, though inner
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They say that birds of a feather flock together. Lilydale’s latest dining destination, Round Bird Can’t Fly is choosing the solo route and soaring high. This approach is already working for the local food scene in Lilydale and it helps when Round Bird Can’t Fly decides to position itself on the doorstop to much of
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“People who love to eat are always the best people,” American chef/author Julia Child once said, which is an accurate description of vegan and vegetarian Melbourne hanging out at The Food Truck Park in Preston earlier this month. The mobile street food phenomenon has hit Melbourne in recent years and many vendors are trucking their
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The 1000 Steps circuit in the Dandenong Ranges takes me about 45 minutes to complete, and it involves a lot of hill- climbing. The fire trail to the left of the 1000 Steps is my usual starting point so I can complete the first half of the circuit with enough space and breathing room without
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There was talk in my local newspaper that the Chosen Bean Cafe had revamped itself. With a larger venue and expanded menu, the Chosen Bean Cafe was also keen to embrace its passion to please its customers. Such a warm embrace can now be enjoyed at this latest and spacious site. There was promise that
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Many Australians are keen to seek raw food choices. The benefits of eating fresh, raw wholefoods are abound, even when satisfying those sweeter cravings. Vegan Life Magazine brings me loads of vegan inspiration; enough to set me out on my own little vegan travel adventures around town. Vegan raw desserts are easily found on Melbourne’s raw
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“Walk, don’t run!” These wise words arrived in an email while I was logged in remotely at my local library. For over a month now, my usual creative space has been undergoing water damage repairs. My beloved space is in boxes – deconstructed – while my notes and photos are packed in a transportable basket.
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A Sunday wander to Maroondah Reservoir Park started off like many other weekend walks. Fuel for the wander was topped up by a scheduled brunch at a nearby café, then a short drive to a secluded spot before peaceful wanders and a reconnection with nature ensued. The café at Alchemy Yarra Valley set our course
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This summer, I’ve made more of a concerted effort to disconnect from the digital world and spend more time re-connecting to the things I love – travelling more locally, enjoying the warm weather and eating delicious, vegan meals. As a result, I’ve welcomed the nurturing power that nature can provide me. By being closer to
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