Mathilda’s Children Handmade Craft Market
0 Comment by Mai / November 29, 2011 / Posted in Fashion & Shopping, LifeI am trying to do my Christmas shopping early this year. One big part of the list that I am dying to tick off are the Christmas presents for kids. My niece and nephews are all under 5 years old and they are spoilt with plenty of toys. I am trying to give them quality [...]
Festa del Tartufo – Alba White Truffle Season
0 Comment by Mai / November 25, 2011 / Posted in Food & WineIf someone asked me “Mai, what would your last meal be?” I will reply, a simple risotto with shavings of Alba White truffle. Yumm, worth dying for right? Truffles are mushrooms that grows underground next too tree roots. They, especially the white variety, are very rare and difficult to cultivate which is why it can be as expensive as caviar [...]
Greenwich Mean Time – Royal Observatory (London)
0 Comment by Mai / November 25, 2011 / Posted in TravelWhen learning how to fly, the time referencing has been based on Zulu Time (Greenwich Mean Time / GMT). As this was of great interest to me, enroute home from Poland to Australia, I paid a visit to the starting point of the universe (The Meridian Line) at the Royal Observatory Greenwich, London. Since the [...]
My Shoes Collection – Miu Miu, Gucci, Salvatore Ferragamo, YSL, Fendi
0 Comment by Mai / November 24, 2011 / Posted in Fashion & ShoppingIt’s been awhile since I’ve showcased my shoes. Recently, my colleague made a comment on my wardrobe. She reckons I have all the matching shoes and bags for every one of my outfits and to be honest, I think there might be an element of truth there . Here are some of them Miu Miu [...]
Day trip to Auschwitz, Zakapone and Wieliczka Salt Mine (Poland)
0 Comment by Mai / November 22, 2011 / Posted in TravelSince I’d hired a local driver, I decided to take a full day trip to Auschwitz, Zakapone and spend a half day at the Wieliczka Salt Mine. There’s always the option to catch public transport or join a local bus tour to take you to all these places which is easy to book at a [...]
Things to Do in Poland (Krakow and Surroundings) – Exploring Krakow on Foot
0 Comment by Mai / November 18, 2011 / Posted in TravelA local Australian friend who has been living in Krakow for the past 8 years helped me to explore Krakow on foot. Krakow is the second largest city in Poland. It was turned into the capital of general government of Germany after the Nazis invaded Poland during World War 2. THINGS TO DO Krakow Old [...]
Things to Do in Poland (Krakow and surroundings) – Travel Summary
0 Comment by Mai / November 16, 2011 / Posted in TravelI explored the city of Krakow (Poland) and nearby attractions over four days. This time I travelled by myself and splurged by hiring a driver to take me around since the price wasn’t much more than hiring a car. It really wasn’t the best time to go as the weather was getting really chilly but [...]
Keep Helmets Mandatory
1 Comment by Mai / November 3, 2011 / Posted in RantYesterday a film maker was given some attention for wanting his movie which campaigns against mandatory helmets in Australia to be shown on television. Here is the campaign via YouTube. Here is the helmetfreedom.org video. First of all, I am going to make my stance very clear. I do NOT think that mandatory helmet laws [...]
Currently listening to…
0 Comment by Mai / November 2, 2011 / Posted in LifeBack to back Albums from the following artists / bands – Broken Social Scene The xx Sufjan Stevens Nirvana The Flaming Lips
Ted Baillieu Shuts Down Puppy Factories
0 Comment by Mai / November 2, 2011 / Posted in In the News, LifeSince elected, our state of Victoria premier Ted Baillieu has achieved nothing. However, I applaud him for finally doing something of value. Premier Ted Baillieu has set measures to shut down puppy factories including substantial fines and laws providing the RSPCA with the necessary powers to investigate and seize animals. Twice the previous government (Brumby’s) [...]
