Yes, wobbly coordination can be improved – get ready to waltz, rumba and breakdance your way into summer.
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The Joys of Finding New Hobbies as an Adult: Starting to Samba
Last year, a video posted by a Melbourne dance school popped up on my Instagram. It featured a group of beautiful women dancing a style I’d never seen.
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Five Quintessential Greek Goodies to try in Oakleigh
From breakfast to dessert, here’s what you can’t miss in Melbourne’s ‘little Athens’.
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Opinion: The Best Way to Learn About Food While Travelling
No, it’s not eating at as many restaurants as possible.
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What You Really Need to Know Before Visiting the Amalfi Coast
Originally published in International Traveller.
The Amalfi Coast is wondrous, and while it brims with plenty of beautiful surprises, other surprises can hinder your travel there. Here’s what to know before visiting.
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Travel the World Through These Dance Tutorials
Originally published in The New York Times.
Do you have itchy feet after all these months of lockdown? Now could be the time to do a little homework on the world of dance. Continue reading “Travel the World Through These Dance Tutorials”
Feels Like Home: Hamed Allahyari’s Persian Noodle Soup Recipe
The chef inherited a recipe for ash reshteh from his mum in Iran and it’s travelled with him across the world.
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Four Takes on Ceviche – One of the Easiest Midweek Meals Ever
Try curing fish for one of the most pleasant and quickly prepared meals.
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52 Places For a Changed World: Evia, Greece
Originally published in The New York Times.
As the world has changed, so has The New York Times’ annual ’52 Places To Go’ list. This year, the piece is centred on purpose-based travel – with issues such as climate change, overtourism and loss of culture in mind.
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Why I Won’t Give up on Sri Lanka and you Shouldn’t Either
Originally published on Lonely Planet.
“Welcome to Sri Lanka!” was one of the first greetings I heard in Colombo, the country’s bustling big city. A local graced me with those lovely words from across the street. Not a storekeeper, nor a hawker. Just a person who wanted to pass on a warm hello.
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Five Foods to Try in Vietnam: From Crispy Prawn Pancakes to Banana-Coconut Ice Cream
Originally published on SBS.
A Vietnamese diet is a well-balanced one, and for travellers, the nature of the cuisine allows for a lighter trip when it comes to eating out.
My Yiayia’s Comforting Easter Cheese Pie Recipe
Originally published on SBS.
Since I was four years old, I’ve made traditional Greek cheese pies in my grandmother’s kitchen. She recently passed away, but it wouldn’t be Greek Easter without them.
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The Best Wild Swimming Spots in New Zealand
Originally published on Lonely Planet.
The pleasure of swimming in wild settings could be one of the most human exercises we can undertake. New Zealand then, is a country offering ultimate outdoor therapy. As well as boasting glorious beaches, New Zealand is a patchwork of rivers, waterholes and lakes that are perfect to take a dip or dive in. Continue reading “The Best Wild Swimming Spots in New Zealand”
Managing a Fear of Flying: How to Keep Anxiety from Grounding Your Travel Plans
Originally published on Lonely Planet.
A fear of flying isn’t uncommon but, for some people, it can make travelling an incredibly stressful experience and, for others, prevent them from going on the adventure of their dreams entirely. We asked three people with different perspectives for their tips on how to manage anxiety before and during a flight.
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Discover Zhongshan Mountain, Nanjing’s Historical, Architectural, and Cultural Epicentre
Originally published on Lonely Planet.
Nanjing is known as the ‘ancient capital of six dynasties’, having served as the centre of dynasties and kingdoms throughout its centuries-long history. Zhongshan Mountain is at the heart of this legacy.
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Tourists Often Pay More Than the Locals. Is That Fair?
Written for the ABC.
Being “ripped off” is often part of the travel experience. Whether it’s those tourist menus with prices double what locals pay, unregulated taxis charging five times the regular price, or seeing someone at a market pay less than half for a T-shirt you bought two days ago. But does the fact it happens so often make it fair?
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Eight Filipino Dishes to Try That Come Recommended
Filipino food is underrepresented in Australia. Here are eight dishes that showcase the flavours of this Southeast Asian cuisine.
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Why I Love Fakes: A Powerhouse, Vegan, Greek Lentil Soup
This bowl puts those conceptions of Greek food being meat dominated to bed.
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How to Take Care of Large Breasts
Written for WILD, by WellBeing.
When it comes to self-care, we often think of candle-lit baths, multi-step skincare routines and healthy eating. Breast care is often overlooked — especially when you’re young. Continue reading “How to Take Care of Large Breasts”
Tips on Helping Someone Living with Dementia Through the Pandemic
Originally published on HelloCare.
Maintaining a routine is extremely important for anyone living with dementia. The coronavirus pandemic has inevitably disrupted those routines, regardless of whether the person living with dementia is in a residential facility or at home.
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How to Eat Through Southern Spain Like it’s Your Last Week on Earth
Originally published on Lonely Planet.
A fusion of Arabic cuisines and the Mediterranean diet, Andalucian food is about the simple pleasures – affordable and unpretentious. It is Moorish food, within Moorish surrounds and it’s easy to let your stomach run wild – the food is vibrant and prices are reasonable. Continue reading “How to Eat Through Southern Spain Like it’s Your Last Week on Earth”
Bountiful Bruny Island: Southern Tasmania’s Foodie Paradise
Originally published on Lonely Planet.
Passionate artisans are leading the charge and making this dot on the globe a little more renowned.
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12 Snacks to Eat on the Streets of Seoul
Originally published on SBS.
From mung bean pancakes to next-level corndogs, Seoul street food has it all.
Melbourne’s Best Studios to Learn How to Dance
Originally published on Broadsheet.
How to Cope with a Friendship Breakdown
Written for Medibank.
Friendship losses will happen throughout everyone’s lives and as devastating as they may be, it’s important we begin to understand this and learn to navigate these situations in a healthy way.
Urban Ground Is a Massive, All-in-One Food-Truck Park, Health-Food Cafe and Distillery in Mordialloc
Originally published on Broadsheet.
A co-founder of Carlton’s D.O.C and his former head chef have teamed up to transform an old car-wrecking site into a buzzing, family-friendly space that gets moving at 7am and doesn’t stop until near midnight. And there’s room for 250 people, plus dogs. Continue reading “Urban Ground Is a Massive, All-in-One Food-Truck Park, Health-Food Cafe and Distillery in Mordialloc”
What Being Stranded Overseas During a Pandemic Has Taught Me
Originally published on AWOL/Junkee.
At the start of March, my partner and I flew to the Philippines via Kuala Lumpur. While already in transit, we read that Manila would go into lockdown in 48 hours. Continue reading “What Being Stranded Overseas During a Pandemic Has Taught Me”
The New-Look Ponyfish Island Is a Slice of Palm Springs Smack Bang in the Middle of the Yarra
Originally published on Broadsheet.
The redesign, by award-winning Adelaide firm Studio Gram, features dramatic curved archways, terrazzo-topped tables and soft green sunshades. Step aboard for Ponystar Martinis, rosé-sangria jugs and – soon – an Asian-focussed menu. Continue reading “The New-Look Ponyfish Island Is a Slice of Palm Springs Smack Bang in the Middle of the Yarra”
First Look: Piccolina’s Sleek New Richmond Store Looks More Like a Cocktail Bar Than a Gelateria
Originally published on Broadsheet.
The fourth outpost has an industrial-chic fit-out by Melbourne firm Hecker Guthrie – and greyscale never looked quite so good. Plus, get your favourite gelato crowned by a new whipped-cream machine, just like in Italy.
How to Respectfully Ask Someone to Get an STI Test
Written for WILD, by WellBeing.
Considering asking someone to get an STI test before being intimate? You should never compromise your health to avoid offending someone. Here’s how to ask without the awkwardness. Continue reading “How to Respectfully Ask Someone to Get an STI Test”
What I’ve Learned from Facing Redundancy Twice
Written for the ABC.
One Friday at 4:30pm, I joined a video call with my co-workers. From our small, designated rectangles, we shared hellos and awkward virtual small talk before we were told we no longer had jobs. Continue reading “What I’ve Learned from Facing Redundancy Twice”
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