Over the years we’ve visited a lot of cities; some beautiful, some sedate, some exotic. Phnom Penh? It’s an absolute mad house!! We had a pretty quick and easy drive […]
Cambodia, Days 8-11 – The Pavilion Hotel, Phnom Penh
We spent four nights in Phnom Penh at The Pavilion hotel. Apparently the mother of King Sihanouk built this place in the 1920s in the colonial style that was popular […]
White Wine Weekend Whine – Hobart, Tasmania
It’s time to vent. For too long now I’ve been using descriptors such as ‘incredible’, ‘amazing’, ‘perfect’ and ‘excellent’ to describe the more recent follies of these Two Clowns. No […]
Lunch at The Brunswick (or, ‘Not Quite a Burger Challenge’) – Hobart, Tasmania
I’m conflicted!! I thought it would be easy… When I was invited by the The Brunswick to drop by and try their burger I was absolutely chuffed!! The blog’s been up […]
Cambodia, Day 7 – Close Shaves and Bamboo Trains in Battambang
Ever heard of Battambang? If you haven’t yet read my last blog entry, then chances are you probably answered ‘No’. Siem Reap, “Yes”. Phnom Penh, “Yes”. SIhanoukville, “Maybe”. But, but, […]
Cambodia, Day 6 – The road to Battambang
Butt-um-bong No wonder the Siem Reap locals gave me strange looks every time I told them that’s where we were headed next! I kept getting my bungs and bongs mixed […]
Cambodia, Day 5 – Feasting at Wat Damnak!
I’ll keep this one short and to the point. Wat Damnak provided us with a degustation meal that we will never forget! The menu is constantly changing, making the most […]
Burger Challenge at Tasman Quartermasters – Hobart, Tasmania
It was a sad day a few months ago when I first heard that Chado The Way of Tea was winding down. From the most exquisite teas, to precise and […]
Cambodia, Day 5 – Last day of temples! Giant Circuit
Our last day in Siem Reap, and we thought we’d make use of our 3-day temple pass. This time it was the Grand Circuit, taking us on a much larger […]
Dinner at Mulan – Hobart, Tasmania
How good is the Entertainment Book??! I can’t think of a single reason why every family shouldn’t have one of these. Even if your ultimate dining experience consists of a […]