DESIGN > OB-4 Magic Radio from Teenage Engineering

Yes the Swedish cool kids are at it again with the very coolest blue tooth speaker you could ever wish to own. The OB-4 is a portable high fidelity loudspeaker, with the emphasis on 'loud'. The OB-4 has two 4" bass drivers and a pair of neodymium tweeters delivering sweet crystal clear…

ByEd ItorAugust 29, 2023

TRAVEL TRAVEL > JAPAN

DRINK > Snow Gin like Nozawa Onsen Gin

The Nozawa Onsen Distillery is in the beautiful historic onsen town and snow resort of the same name in Kita Shinshu, Nagano Prefecture Japan. Nozawa is a small farming village with a population of 3,500 that swells in winter when it attracts skiers from all over the world. The rest of the year…

ByEd ItorMarch 12, 2023

EAT

EAT > The Alexandra Hotel (The Alex)

The Alex as locals refer to it, is one of those brilliant gastro pubs that makes everything feel great, fabulous food, a great wine list, smart decor and a warm and engaging host. You know when you arrive that the drive was worth it and in summer you are hoping to be in the…

ByEd ItorFebruary 20, 2023

EAT EAT > MELBOURNE

EAT > Amazing Bounty (closed)

Sadly since this article Bounty in BONNIE DOON has closed its doors, the chefs and staff have all moved on to new opportunities. Bounty Restaurant in Bonnie Doon is a very smart place both serene and delicious worth a visit for fine degustation dining. Bonnie Doon is a small town on the edge of Lake…

ByEd ItorJune 27, 2021

RIDE RIDE > BIKES

RIDE > Its No Angell

Smart bikes are on the rise as the e-bike revolution transforms the way people get around. From the army of people delivering food to smart mountain bikes designed to make it easier on the uphill, there is now something for everyone. The Angell Bike is brain child of Jules Trecco and Marc Simoncini who together…

ByEd ItorApril 19, 2021

EAT EAT > SYDNEY

EAT > Alberto Lounge (Sydney)

Editors Note (25/8/24): We are saddened to hear the recent media reports and claims about Swillhouse venues. The accusations are extremely disturbing. As a result we are removing the review rating we gave for the venue. Finding Alberto's takes a little confidence, down a back alley, a lane off another lane,…

ByEd ItorApril 19, 2021

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