Category: LIFE
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Curing Verdale Olives Straight From The Garden
Mudgee is known for its incredible produce. From the grapes that become some of Australia’s most celebrated wines to the cherry orchards that locals flock to each spring, the region has earned a reputation for growing things exceptionally well. Another fruit that flourishes in Mudgee’s climate? Olives. Last year we planted ten semi-mature Verdale olive…
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Embracing Motherhood: A New Journey Begins
Since returning from Sri Lanka, I’ve been a little quieter in the world of adventure. Life had a different journey in store for me—one that transformed me into a new version of myself with an entirely new purpose: motherhood. In April, we welcomed our beautiful daughter into the world, and with her arrival came a…
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Why Eco Koala Is My Go-To for Natural Cleaning Products
There’s no shortage when it comes to cleaning products. In fact, I often found myself switching it up between multiple product lines every time I had to top up, but nothing really stuck with me – in all honesty I didn’t know you could fall in love with a cleaning product range. However, that all…
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Decorating for Easter
Bed, bath and table has come to the rescue this Easter with their timeless and classic decor. From sophisticated green table-ware to small adornments, my home is ready to celebrate Easter for the first time!
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We built our dream country home
When Joe and I sat down and thought about what the “dream home” looked like for us, we agreed that we were inspired by the timeless beauty of Australian settlers homes. However, we wanted a twist of contemporary and a touch of mediterranean influence. Time will of course tell once all the gardens are established,…
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A Slowfox Sunday
We’re well and truly in the midst of Summer here in Australia. This time of year calls for warm breezes that are scented with eucalyptus, daily splashes in the pool followed by a relaxing siesta, and the best time of day is golden hour where the bright blue sky morphs into a vibrant sunset that…
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Rosedale Farm: Visiting Australia’s most instagramable property
Rosedale Farm has justifiably earned the reputation of being one of the most beautiful properties in all of Australia. This historic homestead and gardens have been renovated into the aesthetic masterpiece it is today by famous Australian interior designer, Steve Cordony and his partner Michael Booth. The historic homestead located just 7 kilometres north of…
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Lunch at Sorensen’s glasshouse and gardens
Nested in the luscious landscape of the mysterious Blue Mountains, this gorgeous (and tasty) glasshouse dining experience attracts thousands of people from around New South Wales every year.
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An Aussie bush picnic
It’s been scorching here in Aus this past week. But after escaping the 40 degree heat all week, I decided that it was about time to brush off the esky, bring out the togs and slip slop slap some sunscreen onto my patchy sun kissed skin.
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Our Santorini wedding
We stood upon dramatic cliffs of Santorini overlooking the Argean sea as the sun set and we exchanged wedding vowels.
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