...moving on, I love Pierre Herme macarons!

http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm268/acc521/Misc/PierreHermeSelfridges.jpg

I am soon going to attempt to make these, and I am going to fail :)

All of that discussion spurred on from Mincy posting the pic of that guy was gold my friends, gold :)

Let's be honest though, in Perth your options are more limited because of the weather. I've bought so much good stuff over the past two years but it's pretty much going to be t-shirt and jeans the entire time I'm over there simply because of the weather.

Still, most guys in Perth even manage to get t-shirt and jeans wrong.

Also shorts just don't look good. Ever.

Mincy, I saw a really awesome red coat on Saturday at Selfridges and I actually contemplated getting it after our discussion, but for reasons discussed earlier, it's just not worth the outlay for one more winter.

I got a whole bunch of cool jackets that get worn only a handful of times. Shame really.

I also have a cashmere long coat, leather gloves and some scarves that NEVER get worn. So sad.

BTW I disagree with you about shorts. Shorts are a fashion unto themselves.

S&T Thai...

Mincy!...they do make a nice Som Tum! I also had to prod them a bit, to get it how I liked, which is the classic Bangkok street food version. Its really close to the real thing, and just as good.

..I've also had the pork neck. The flavour and sauce were spot on, the neck strips were not as tender as I imagine they could be. ....but, not being an expert on pork neck, is it ever really tender?

I get wear out of my long wool jackets in Perth. Pretty much between May and September I don't go out without gloves, jacket and a scarf (have the latter two on now). I marvel at how lightly people dress actually...the wind chill factor is a killer.

I get wear out of my long wool jackets in Perth. Pretty much between May and September I don't go out without gloves, jacket and a scarf (have the latter two on now). I marvel at how lightly people dress actually...the wind chill factor is a killer.

Well you're just a freak :) Normal people don't get that cold in Perth! I never needed more than a t-shirt with a jacket/jumper over it.

I get wear out of my long wool jackets in Perth. Pretty much between May and September I don't go out without gloves, jacket and a scarf (have the latter two on now). I marvel at how lightly people dress actually...the wind chill factor is a killer.

Serious? I can get away with shorts (yes shorts acc) and a t shirt during half of winter.

Gratinated is a word that should only be found in a Women's Weekly recipe not the menu of a fine dining establishment.

Samboy - I mentioned it a few days ago - I'd go to Cicciolina in St Kilda. No bookings. Love it.
http://itpleasesus.com/2010/03/05/cicciolina/

cant imagine the old fart waiting an hour to get a table anywhere to be honest.

I don't think he can stand unsupported for that long...

Gratinated is a word that should only be found in a Women's Weekly recipe not the menu of a fine dining establishment.

Samboy - I mentioned it a few days ago - I'd go to Cicciolina in St Kilda. No bookings. Love it.
http://itpleasesus.com/2010/03/05/cicciolina/


u sure about that?

Samboy - I mentioned it a few days ago - I'd go to Cicciolina in St Kilda. No bookings. Love it.
http://itpleasesus.com/2010/03/05/cicciolina/

Thanks! That would be a very nice lunch option.

Check this place out for lunch.

http://www.luckycoq.com.au/

Awesome $4 pizzas at lunch time during the week!

god i haven't been there in ages... my favourite is tha caesar salad... i love that gooey egg on top... mmm.

All of that discussion spurred on from Mincy posting the pic of that guy was gold my friends, gold :)

Let's be honest though, in Perth your options are more limited because of the weather. I've bought so much good stuff over the past two years but it's pretty much going to be t-shirt and jeans the entire time I'm over there simply because of the weather.

Still, most guys in Perth even manage to get t-shirt and jeans wrong.

Also shorts just don't look good. Ever.

Mincy, I saw a really awesome red coat on Saturday at Selfridges and I actually contemplated getting it after our discussion, but for reasons discussed earlier, it's just not worth the outlay for one more winter.


You've been in the UK far too long! haha

Shorts are awesome! I wish I could wear shorts to work.. actually, I might one day and see what happens?!?!

Also shorts just don't look good. Ever.

:ohno:

shorts >>>>>>>>>> looking like a douche

Jeans > shorts.

I received an ibis promo email today where they had listings for their Australian hotels, that Perth price is ridiculous!

Get away at an affordable price!

ibis Melbourne 135 USD*
ibis Brisbane 155 USD*
ibis Sydney Darling Harbour 216 USD*
ibis Perth 267 USD*

^^ lawl.

i dunno acc... they on par for me... :p

Jeans > shorts.

not when its 30+ degrees...

yeh Acc, you'll remember how awesome shorts are when you com pack to Perth and dont have to look at those British pale and pasty legs!!

We really must do that soon, there always seems to be something keeping us apart. In a week I will have lots more free time :)

On another note, these exams are going to be the death of me. I really am seeing a difference between UWA and Curtin.
Im off to buy myself some unhealthy exam food...

Haha, I know - we were meant to meet back in August, remember? Jarkti, you and I.

So you mean next week you'll be free? Do you like the idea of copious amounts of coffee and chin-wagging?

I love me some unhealthy food :D

What did you end up getting? Could go for a sesame ball right now...



pretentious much? :lol: jking!!

It not only had carrot in it, Gabs, but broccolli.

I have been eating yum woon sen since I was a little kid and not once have I seen it with either in it. Nor is it supposed to have that in it.

The stupid thing is the picture they have of it on the menu is actually what it's meant to look like - yet what you get doesn't resemble it at all.



What day did we agree on to catch up this week?

Aiya.

Friday after work.

Know any places we can go to?

Then you can be home and have your shoes off by 7.30pm like the old married man you are :tongue2:



thanks, will definitely try it

mincy - with papaya salad etc when you eat out, do you specify for them not tto use fish sauce?

Yep. Soy sauce is not that foreign to Thai people or cooking ;)




Still, most guys in Perth even manage to get t-shirt and jeans wrong.

This.


Also shorts just don't look good. Ever.

And this.

I love you, accy-acc.


Mincy, I saw a really awesome red coat on Saturday at Selfridges and I actually contemplated getting it after our discussion, but for reasons discussed earlier, it's just not worth the outlay for one more winter.

I don't quite understand how you can't wear those coats here in winter? Winters here are very cold! Albeit not as cold as England but still cold. I suppose it'll feel like Autumn to you when you get back though.

I would've bought it ;)




Mincy!...they do make a nice Som Tum! I also had to prod them a bit, to get it how I liked, which is the classic Bangkok street food version. Its really close to the real thing, and just as good.

..I've also had the pork neck. The flavour and sauce were spot on, the neck strips were not as tender as I imagine they could be. ....but, not being an expert on pork neck, is it ever really tender?

Yeah, I have to admit the one I had last Friday was really good. I just have to remember to ask them to not put carrot in it next time. Always forget something :ohno:

In regard to the pork neck, no, not really. It is supposed to be quite chewy.

Have you ever had a Grandma chicken (literal translation)? That is one tough bird but it is really, really nice. Meant to be like that though.

Fantastic with som tum.


Jeans > shorts.

+ 1 million.

It not only had carrot in it, Gabs, but broccolli.

I have been eating yum woon sen since I was a little kid and not once have I seen it with either in it. Nor is it supposed to have that in it.

The stupid thing is the picture they have of it on the menu is actually what it's meant to look like - yet what you get doesn't resemble it at all.


what, I would consider that a bonus... I love carrot and broccolli!! :)

also Mincy, do you use chop sticks to eat?



Aiya.

Friday after work.

Know any places we can go to?

Then you can be home and have your shoes off by 7.30pm like the old married man you are :tongue2:


I have got my bff's birthday dinner on Friday (he only told me yesterday). I can meet you and CKF on Wednesday for a pre-gym snack?

p.s Yay I multi quoted from the same quote... cheeeyeh boi I am steppin up my interweb game!!

what, I would consider that a bonus... I love carrot and broccolli!! :)

lawl >_<


I have got my bff's birthday dinner on Friday (he only told me yesterday). I can meet you and CKF on Wednesday for a pre-gym snack?

p.s Yay I multi quoted from the same quote... cheeeyeh boi I am steppin up my interweb game!!

Yay for Gaby :okay:

Can't do Wednesday, sorry hon. And you can't do Thursday.

What time does your dinner start?

lawl >_<



Yay for Gaby :okay:

Can't do Wednesday, sorry hon. And you can't do Thursday.

What time does your dinner start?

6pm

Gah.

Looks like we'll have to rearrange it for some time next week then?

Gah.

Looks like we'll have to rearrange it for some time next week then?

yes, but i will need to check my diary (wife) if I have any plans... :)

my outside work hours life is always so firggin busy that I actually look forward to coming to work!!

also Mincy, do you use chop sticks to eat?


Sorry, just saw this.

Yeah, I do but only for certain dishes. Why do you ask?


yes, but i will need to check my diary (wife) if I have any plans... :)

my outside work hours life is always so firggin busy that I actually look forward to coming to work!!

No worries, Gabs :)

Sorry, just saw this.

Yeah, I do but only for certain dishes. Why do you ask?




No worries, Gabs :)


cos they dont use chopsticks in Thailand, they only have then in the restaurants cos us whites like to use em...

just seeing if I could catch you out in your anti-whitey asian cooking bias-ness! :)

interracial cuisine mmm.

dilaz reckons asians can't make coffee... he might be right...

and i cringe when i see my local "italian" cafe trying asian cuisine... "chicken stir-fry"

:p

:p

Asians make great coffee-in-a-can...

...I also like the Malaysian/Singaporean copi...

..actually, I had a damn good coffee in Indonesia (one of the best I have ever had)...

Asians are going to take over the world!

Asians are going to take over the world!

Nate = eco-rat multi?

cos they dont use chopsticks in Thailand, they only have then in the restaurants cos us whites like to use em...

just seeing if I could catch you out in your anti-whitey asian cooking bias-ness! :)

lawl, wat.

Chopsticks are obviously a Chinese influence, Gabs, and would've been introduced as a result of the influx of Chinese immgirants, but some Thai dishes are typically eaten with chopsticks (kway teow for example).

Not your standard day to day cutlery used but as I said, it is used for certain dishes.

It is hardly bias when it's true.

I received an ibis promo email today where they had listings for their Australian hotels, that Perth price is ridiculous!

Get away at an affordable price!

ibis Melbourne 135 USD*
ibis Brisbane 155 USD*
ibis Sydney Darling Harbour 216 USD*
ibis Perth 267 USD*

I remember when rooms there were $99. Stayed there once for the Pride Parade. The rooms are pokey as.

Noticed this going up on Hay St Mall
http://i995.photobucket.com/albums/af80/eco186/DSC00682.jpg
http://i995.photobucket.com/albums/af80/eco186/DSC00682.jpg

ibis are a rip for what they charge

i stayed in a motel in woodburn (nsw north coast, near ballina) for $50 in a room that would have cost hundreds at ibis/novotel etc

not directly comparable i realise but puts things into perspective

you basically pay for location + brand name

i prefer travelodge

Noticed this going up on Hay St Mall
http://i995.photobucket.com/albums/af80/eco186/DSC00682.jpg
http://i995.photobucket.com/albums/af80/eco186/DSC00682.jpg

Is this the store near EB Games?

First it was Peter Alexander, then David Lawrence, then Dotti and now it's Peter Alexander, AGAIN?

:nuts:

It was next to Rosendorffs where Just Jeans used to be.

Ah, yes, I know the one.

Cheers, Eco :okay:

Well you're just a freak :) Normal people don't get that cold in Perth! I never needed more than a t-shirt with a jacket/jumper over it.

You'll get karma for being mean, it'll be 42 degrees the day you fly in. I agree regards jeans vs shorts, it's more about breathability than coverage anyway in terms of summer comfort, jeans are pure cotton.


Serious? I can get away with shorts (yes shorts acc) and a t shirt during half of winter.

Oh, you're one of those, you must have an internal furnace! I'm serious, I can't even look at people with exposed skin in winter without feeling a deadly chill. But then I hate doonas because they are too stifling even in winter, everyone uses them though.

I didn't say that I don't wear shorts. I'll probably wear shorts more than jeans when I'm over. The weather demands it.

So um Kelli. Do you mind if I ask how you sleep in winter if you dont use doonas. :creep:

Its just, Im doing a survey. yeah thats it doing a survey.

I don't quite understand how you can't wear those coats here in winter? Winters here are very cold!

:lol:

I can count the number of times that I would wear a proper coat each year in Perth on one hand. Often during winter it was too hot to even wear my leather jacket.

So um Kelli. Do you mind if I ask how you sleep in winter if you dont use doonas. :creep:

Its just, Im doing a survey. yeah thats it doing a survey.

I hate doonas enough to bring it up as a topic of discussion, even though I know I'm on thin ice, especially when Bart gets in :lol:. It needs a skybar poll, what bedding do you use! I just use fleecy sheets, a wool blanket and a light cover.

I’ve been trying to think of ways to preserve dill, I have just tried trapping its essences in oil and as dill mayonnaise. Dill is my favourite herb I think, we relate to each other. That’s the problem with vegetable gardens, if you manage to get anything to grow at all, it is in vast quantities which ripens all at once. Anyway, a pictorial...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4037/5160834162_88602613a4.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4106/5160834742_6bfea60eb1.jpg


A twist on the Waldorf salad, with dill mayo…

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1140/5160232513_97623dafc6.jpg
All from Flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/kelliflower/)

:lol:

I can count the number of times that I would wear a proper coat each year in Perth on one hand. Often during winter it was too hot to even wear my leather jacket.

Jackets are very useable - esp when a Perth breeze is blowing in non-summer months, particularly in the evening.

I hate doonas enough to bring it up as a topic of discussion, even though I know I'm on thin ice, especially when Bart gets in :lol:. It needs a skybar poll, what bedding do you use! I just use fleecy sheets, a wool blanket and a light cover.

What are you implying?! Why would I suggest that you are conjuring imagery of wearing one of the outfits the members of Queen used in the I Want to Break Free video?

I’ve been trying to think of ways to preserve dill...

Watch out Deranged - I think Kelli knows where you live...

Haha, the dill thing was purely meant as a Bart-diversion, it kind of worked.

Jackets are very useable - esp when a Perth breeze is blowing in non-summer months, particularly in the evening.

Jackets, yes. Coats, no.

I thought my cashmere coat (knee length) was pretty handy last winter. Unless you mean a different type of coat.

edit: Stupid me - Perth coats wouldn't be anything like European ones as far as warmth goes.

kelli you should perfect tha following home-made combo >

egg mayo, dill and horseradish... mmm!! i will sell that sh*t to oprah...

^Oh, you're right, it does need a kick of some kind.

Enough clothing talk in my thread! Went to galileo again tonight, was superb. The duck in particular was easily the best of the 4 or 5 times I've had it there. Every single table full on a tuesday too.

Well worth the 75pp including booze and 3 courses

Sounds like there was plenty of booze involved too.

I believe this is also Mincy's thread.

Had Seoul Korean BBQ last night in Vic Park! 40 bucks per person for all you can eat!! And I eated all I could eat!! :)

the kimchi was spicy and delicious!!

eated!! ha.

went to a korean buffet not that long ago, i think it was about $14... omg. i ated so much... such bad idea. i sometimes forget korean food has its moments... it's still not a mainstream as tha others, kinda like filipino cuisine...

speaking of kimchi, i think i prefer it when it's cooked in with other stuff... what i miss tho is mongolian bbq... i had some good nights out back in tha day that ended with mongolian bbq in leederville... :~

:lol:

I can count the number of times that I would wear a proper coat each year in Perth on one hand. Often during winter it was too hot to even wear my leather jacket.

You must be one of those guys that just doesn't feel the cold that much.

I get cold extremely easily, it's quite annoying.

Come winter, I wear about 3 - 4 layers, stockings (I don't do pants), a wool coat and lined leather gloves.

Have also just found two white coats I fell in love with straight away. Perfect length, beautiful quality and in this gorgeous warm white. I love very feminine clothing. The white coat I already have is an off white and gets worn to death in winter so these will be a welcome addition :)

Also went to Lanna Thai for dinner last night.

All I have to say is bad, bad, bad. Just awful. Definitely not worth the $65 total.


This is exactly why I rant about crap whitey bastardised food. Let me in the damn kitchen and I'll make it myself.

Christ.

hahahahahahahahahahaahahaha


what did u have mincy? did you go with kfc?

I don't do pants

:naughty:

I’ve been trying to think of ways to preserve dill, I have just tried trapping its essences in oil and as dill mayonnaise. Dill is my favourite herb I think, we relate to each other. That’s the problem with vegetable gardens, if you manage to get anything to grow at all, it is in vast quantities which ripens all at once. Anyway, a pictorial...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4037/5160834162_88602613a4.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4106/5160834742_6bfea60eb1.jpg


A twist on the Waldorf salad, with dill mayo…

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1140/5160232513_97623dafc6.jpg
All from Flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/kelliflower/)

kelli you should perfect tha following home-made combo >

egg mayo, dill and horseradish... mmm!! i will sell that sh*t to oprah...


crave's idea is a good'un

what about making some compound butters and freezing them? could be a good way of using up your excess dill

i normally make up a batch and it lasts a while, eg anchovy butter for steak etc

hahahahahahahahahahaahahaha


what did u have mincy? did you go with kfc?

Yep.

I had tom yum which had carrot and broccoli (ARGH! :wallbash:) and was very weak. The yum woon sen looked good but was devoid of all taste. Dry and so Goddamn bland even Samby would find it wanting.

ckf had massaman beef which I could tell was far too milky just from looking at it. He wasn't very impressed either.

Do they not know what it is meant to taste like? Are there monkeys doing the cooking?

It's Dusit Thai all over again.

For crying out loud, if this is the level of Thai food around we have no hope.

Yep.

I had tom yum which had carrot and broccoli (ARGH! :wallbash:) and was very weak. The yum woon sen looked good but was devoid of all taste. Dry and so Goddamn bland even Samby would find it wanting.

ckf had massaman beef which I could tell was far too milky just from looking at it. He wasn't very impressed either.

Do they not know what it is meant to taste like? Are there monkeys doing the cooking?

It's Dusit Thai all over again.

For crying out loud, if this is the level of Thai food around we have no hope.

:lol::lol::lol:

that is a quality rant mincy, 10 points for the samby reference

LOL I didn't even see that. Don't be so sure though, I have a habit of adding random veggies into a dish to bulk it up ;)

I am so angry.

I have not been this angry with something I've eaten since Divido.

Before that, it was Dusit Thai.


Never again.

speaking of divido, i plan on going there in the next month or so. had a fantastic dish at the largesse dinner cooked by jason whateverhisnameis.

if the rest of the food matches up to it (and so does the service) i will quite happily pay the prices you were unhappy with

Nothing wrong with the food per se - indeed, it's some of the tastiest I've had - it's the portions that piss me off.

The suprise factor probably played a large part in me hating it too. I don't like surprises as it is, let alone when I'm hungry.

Would probably be fine if you're ok with spending a bit more on a three course meal but as I said the last time we discussed it, I can get a three course meal at Perugino for a little bit more than the cost of that serving of rotolo.

that's hard to believe mincy

the rotolo from memory is around $35. you telling me you can get a full 3 course dinner for anything near that?


incidentally the guy i got my white truffle from also sold some to perugino so this week would be a good time to go there

You better believe it.

Our company has Christmas lunch there every year and we all have a three course meal for $45 per head.

Entree, main, dessert and coffee for $45 and I leave very, very full.

My boss told me the other day they also do something similar for dinner, which I have to look into.

This is from the set menu. If you ordered from the a la carte menu, it'd definitely be a lot more.

No, it's not a huge grouping, nor do they require a minimum number of people to do this.

that is exceptionally cheap but you cant compare a set lunch menu with limited (i assume) choices with an a la carte dinner menu

also, is the lunch set menu available throughout the year or just a christmas thing? ive never been a huge fan of perugiono but at that price it is definitely worth doing

just checked their website, i was wrong in this case. the set lunch menu is now $48.50 but you get a lot of options and appears to be fantastic value

It's available all year round.

Just looking at the website, there is a choice of a good 11 options for entree and 9 for mains. That's not too shabby at all. That's about a similar amount of options available from memory last year. There are a few new things which I might try this year round.

It's been increased to $48.50 but food and service at Perugino is impeccable and most definitely worth a lot more than that.

- EDIT -
Ah, you saw for yourself.

I like how you thought better of your wording there, Sank.

Much appreciated :)

i changed it pretty much immediately, im not nearly as much of a c**t as i make myself out to be

re perugino, there arent many veg options though, do you request something special? i remember you saying youve had the same ravioli (i think) for the last few years, which one was it again?

i changed it pretty much immediately, im not nearly as much of a c**t as i make myself out to be

I know, hon :)


re perugino, there arent many veg options though, do you request something special? i remember you saying youve had the same ravioli (i think) for the last few years, which one was it again?

The homemade spinach and ricotta ravioli which is cooked in a sage, butter and mushroom sauce. You know my attitude towards the token vegetarian dish but this is soooo good. I've had it every year but it doesn't get old. I am very much looking forward to it again this year.

And yep, I get something made. The chef is a good friend of my boss' so they always discuss it between themselves about what I can/can't eat.

That dessert tray is divine...

I need new work shoes!! I know what I want but dont know where to find them...

I almost bought a pair of Bally's, they were exactly what I wanted, but they were $700 and since I walk 3kms a day to and from work they would get wrecked pretty quick...

Help!

$700 for men's shoes??

What, why?

You know I'm just gonna tell you that if you really like them then you should buy them.

Just wear your sneakers on the walk to and from and change into them when you get to work.

Since when do you have to dress up for work, Gabs?

$700 for men's shoes??

What, why?

You know I'm just gonna tell you that if you really like them then you should buy them.

Just wear your sneakers on the walk to and from and change into them when you get to work.

Since when do you have to dress up for work, Gabs?

I dont dress up for work, I just need new shoes and they were the shape/style I wanted... but I would prefer to spend a bit less... So I need suggestions for work shoes. max $400 spends!! I want a rounded toe and I hate the pointed clown shoes that most dudes wear...

p.s I will never be on of those sneaker and work clothes guys! I would rather hang myself!! :lol:

I dont dress up for work, I just need new shoes and they were the shape/style I wanted... but I would prefer to spend a bit less... So I need suggestions for work shoes. max $400 spends!! I want a rounded toe and I hate the pointed clown shoes that most dudes wear...

Florsheim?



p.s I will never be on of those sneaker and work clothes guys! I would rather hang myself!! :lol:

Ahahaha...I feel exactly the same and think it looks ridiculous on both girls and guys but was merely trying to be practical and helpful ;)

YO GAB?

WHAT?

PUT YA BALLY'S ON!

I WAS ABOUT TO BUT I NEED A SHOE HORN!

WHY?

BECAUSE THESE SHOES ALWAYS HURT MY CORNS...

haha etc

Check out Forrest Menswear Arcade 500 or 800 or whatever it is, near the Apple shop. They get some nice shoes in there (not always, but worth a check).

But get the Bally's, be a pimp.

double

Here you go, gramps:

TFG4_YiB6ek

Thanks young whipper snapper!

So what did I do wrong Mincy?

Welcome! :)

All you need to do is [ youtube ] *insert video code (ie. TFG4_YiB6ek) here* [ /youtube ]

(without the spaces)

Make sense?

yep! thanks young lady.

There is also a new shoe store next to Industrie on Murray st. Not sure what it is like, just walked past.

YO GAB?

WHAT?

PUT YA BALLY'S ON!

I WAS ABOUT TO BUT I NEED A SHOE HORN!

WHY?

BECAUSE THESE SHOES ALWAYS HURT MY CORNS...

haha etc

Check out Forrest Menswear Arcade 500 or 800 or whatever it is, near the Apple shop. They get some nice shoes in there (not always, but worth a check).

But get the Bally's, be a pimp.


Thanks for the advice!!


I will wander around the city after work tonight and see what I can find...

I need new work shoes!! I know what I want but dont know where to find them...

I almost bought a pair of Bally's, they were exactly what I wanted, but they were $700 and since I walk 3kms a day to and from work they would get wrecked pretty quick...

Help!

I wonder if we like the same shoes. I had by heart set on a pair of Ballys but could not come to terms with paying that amount for work shoes.

If you want cheap but comfortable I buy Julius Marlows. They aren't great but not bad and about $100-$120.

^ I've got a pair on right now :lol:

Am tempted to start wearing suit + sneakers as my feet are getting rather sore from walking in these shoes every day...

Florsheim?




Ahahaha...I feel exactly the same and think it looks ridiculous on both girls and guys but was merely trying to be practical and helpful ;)

hmmm, where do they sell them in the city? I really dont pay much attention to things like this, as they dont really interest me.

I wonder if we like the same shoes. I had by heart set on a pair of Ballys but could not come to terms with paying that amount for work shoes.

If you want cheap but comfortable I buy Julius Marlows. They aren't great but not bad and about $100-$120.


your really not selling em to me...

:lol:

julius marlow isn't worth above $60... :p

hmmm, where do they sell them in the city? I really dont pay much attention to things like this, as they dont really interest me.

:lol:

At the Florsheim shop ;) (William st- Next to the inbred hangout)

your really not selling em to me...

:lol:

Just setting the right expectation :)

julius marlow isn't worth above $60... :p

True but niether are most of the shoes in that "range". They're the best of an average bunch.

There is also a new shoe store next to Industrie on Murray st. Not sure what it is like, just walked past.

Don't suppose you know what it's called?


Most guys I know wear Julius Marlow to work or something similar. They're not great but they're better than a fair few around.

Men's shoes are quite uninspiring in my opinion. The sneaker fascination, I get.

Do you guys really care though?

And God knows trying to take a guy shoe shopping is like pulling teeth.

I think it was Aquilla or something Miensie. I walked past very briefly (after im not sure how many drinks) but I only remember seeing mens shoes.

Don't suppose you know what it's called?


Most guys I know wear Julius Marlow to work or something similar. They're not great but they're better than a fair few around.

Men's shoes are quite uninspiring in my opinion. The sneaker fascination, I get.

Do you guys really care though?

And God knows trying to take a guy shoe shopping is like pulling teeth.

<3 this!!


I just want shoes that will look good and comfortable and dont make me look like a douche!!

Aquila?

They're not bad actually. I like these two:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/Miensie/SSC%20-%20Buildings/SSC%20-%20Food/Miscellaneous/53_side_7.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/Miensie/SSC%20-%20Buildings/SSC%20-%20Food/Miscellaneous/46_side_10.jpg

They're both round toed, Gabs. Especially like the first pair. Simple, classic. Love the stitching detail on it too. Have always been a fan of the lace up over the slide in style.

Oxfords = ♥

Also love that cognac colour.

$269 for both.

Quality looks fantastic, but I'd go in and check it out in person :okay:

hmm I do like.. Simple, classic and not shiny!!

where can I find these feet covers???



p.s they look more pointed toe than rounded. ;)

hmm I do like.. Simple, classic and not shiny!!

where can I find these feet covers???



p.s they look more pointed toe than rounded. ;)

The black pair are definitely round toed but the second pair do look pointed, don't they?

That's what the description tells me though ;)


From memory of what that section of the mall looks like, it'd be in the Queens Building, Murray St side. Jackson said they're next to Industrie.

So, should be: Jurlique --> Industrie --> Aquila. If you hit the jeweller then you've gone too far :okay:

cheers, I will check em out tonight! :-)


Faaanks gwuys!!

The black pair are definitely round toed but the second pair do look pointed, don't they?

That's what the description tells me though ;)


From memory of what that section of the mall looks like, it'd be in the Queens Building, Murray St side. Jackson said they're next to Industrie.

So, should be: Jurlique --> Industrie --> Aquila. If you hit the jeweller then you've gone too far :okay:


Yep in between Jurlique and Industrie..

ive bought aquila shoes in melb in the past and was pretty happy with the quality

im no stylish bastard but can generally recognise quality when i see it

I tried Aquila before but they were too narrow for my wide feet. Good looking shoes though.

you could just order some from topman online gabe. pretty cheap, they won't last too long but you can buy a whole heap for the price you will pay for one at aquila

ive bought aquila shoes in melb in the past and was pretty happy with the quality

im no stylish bastard but can generally recognise quality when i see it

Sold!!

and I totally agree with you... :lol:

you could just order some from topman online gabe. pretty cheap, they won't last too long but you can buy a whole heap for the price you will pay for one at aquila


your a quantity over quality type of guy? Me too after a few drinks! :lol:

Most guys I know wear Julius Marlow to work or something similar. They're not great but they're better than a fair few around.

Men's shoes are quite uninspiring in my opinion. The sneaker fascination, I get.

Do you guys really care though?

And God knows trying to take a guy shoe shopping is like pulling teeth.

mince!!! nooooooooooooooo... tha design minimalist & detail is what makes tha shoe! :p

Ok changing subject now.

I think the Bird is struggling! I keep getting annoying facebook emails from them almost every fricked day, even after I deleted them of my groups list!! anyway back to my point, they send out emails at 830ish promoting that nights activity, reaks of desperation!!
And personally, I dont like the place, it has such a horrible lay out that pushes everyone to the front and crowds the entrance and bar, then there is a massive empty space at the back in front of the stage, which is always empty... just put some tables and chairs to encourage people to move back and not clog up that tiny area!! BAAAAH!!

rant over!

03/11/2010
3-5 Clive Street WEST PERTH WA 6005
Change of Use from Office to Cafe.
2,300,000.00
DA 2010/2351

03/11/2010
"OZI INN BACKPACKERS"
101 Lake Street NORTHBRIDGE WA 6003
Proposed Change of Use (Hostel to Restaurant) and associated alterations.
15,000.00
DA 2010/2352 EPRA 05213

04/11/2010
142-150 Murray Street PERTH WA 6000
Cafe fitout - Coffee Shop
18,000.00
BA-HTH 2010/547

04/11/2010
"NAB HOUSE"
50 St Georges Terrace PERTH WA 6000
Cafe Fitout - Coffee Club
350,000.00
DA 2010/2354

05/11/2010
"CARILLON CITY"
674-678 Hay Street Mall PERTH WA 6000
Retail fitout - Jetset
18,000.00
BA-RF 2010/550

08/11/2010 840
Wellington Street WEST PERTH WA 6005
Shopfitting - Tenancy B26 Kathmandu
96,462.00
BA-RF 2010/553

08/11/2010
91 James Street NORTHBRIDGE WA 6003
Change of Use: Upper Floor from Adult Entertainment to a Proposed Small Bar - Matches Lounge
0.00
DA 2010/2359

08/11/2010 914
Hay Street PERTH WA 6000
Section 40 - Bar Vinyl
0.00
SEC_40 2010/2361

^^

Hipster

(@ gabe)

+1 aquila. I bought a pair 8 years ago and still looks new. Very comfortable (worn extensively). I also bought a pair of Florsheims at the same time and gave it away after a week as it was bloody uncomfortable.
Of course it may vary between different models but that's my experience.

hmm Bird. Yeah. Step 1 clean up the entrance, windows etc. (or move it to some dingy alleyway if that's the look/feel you're going for)

I dont dress up for work, I just need new shoes and they were the shape/style I wanted... but I would prefer to spend a bit less... So I need suggestions for work shoes. max $400 spends!! I want a rounded toe and I hate the pointed clown shoes that most dudes wear...

p.s I will never be on of those sneaker and work clothes guys! I would rather hang myself!! :lol:

+1 to both sneakers and work clothes and hate of pointed shoes! The latter probably shows my hate of things that are meant to be fashionable but are really just plain stupid (see platform shoes, et al)

Florsheim?
...

I have a work pair of Florsheims that are comfortable and from memory just over $100. (Also a really good pair that don't see the light too often)

hmmm, where do they sell them in the city? I really dont pay much attention to things like this, as they dont really interest me.
...

At the Florsheim shop ;) (William st- Next to the inbred hangout)

And Myer, I think.

crave's idea is a good'un

what about making some compound butters and freezing them? could be a good way of using up your excess dill

i normally make up a batch and it lasts a while, eg anchovy butter for steak etc

Oops, just saw this...that is an excellent idea, thanks, I've got some chives, sage and garlic as well, that sounds like a plan for them too. Dried herbs just aren't the same.

And we all know why Sanj knows how to make compound butters to preserve "herbs" to cook later...

i think the bird is good. yes theyve saved on the fitout but the staff are friendly, there are no dickhead door bitches to deal with and booze is cheap. hendricks and tonic for $9 or so is extremely cheap by perth standards

re the setup gabs - the often have gigs or just local nights there and so the dancefloor is used a fair bit, or at least has been in my experience

The Bird is ok but i've only been there once. From what i've seen it does get busy fri and sat nights which is the main thing. Weeknights/days is another story that has to do with our good friend population density.

I need new work shoes!! I know what I want but dont know where to find them...

I almost bought a pair of Bally's, they were exactly what I wanted, but they were $700 and since I walk 3kms a day to and from work they would get wrecked pretty quick...

Help!
I bought a pair of Colorado black work shoes from Williams that are VERY comfortable to wear all day (even if you walk around on them lot)

The bar proposal for 91 James will be located just off Nicks Lane. See Google maps.

If you go overseas get some work shoes from Zara. I've got a few pairs of boots/shoes from there and they have all outlasted any others that I have had.

Ted Baker, which I love, let me down in the shoe department.

I saw some really aweseome Rockpool x Adidas work shoes once in HK but have been unable to find them anywhere!

If you go overseas get some work shoes from Zara.

Give a couple of years and I am sure there will be a Zara in central Perth. So no more shoe woes :)

A Westfield executive, Robert Jordan, told Fairfax: "We're very excited to have the first Zara store in Australia, it's a great coup. Our deal is not exclusive and I am quite sure they haven't come all the way to Australia to open only one store."

^^Possibly. Good news about the 4-5 story one opening in Melb next year, however you must remember that the primary reason for not opening in Aus years ago was because it's hard to translate their business model to Australia because of the distance. I'd be very interested to know how they have decided to adapt for the Australian situation and whether Perth fits into this adaption or if distance still remains an ''unsurmountable'' issue as far as Perth is concerned even with the Australian adapted model.

i think the bird is good. yes theyve saved on the fitout but the staff are friendly, there are no dickhead door bitches to deal with and booze is cheap. hendricks and tonic for $9 or so is extremely cheap by perth standards

re the setup gabs - the often have gigs or just local nights there and so the dancefloor is used a fair bit, or at least has been in my experience

The set up is fine (love the fitout), its the lay out I have an issue with... it just doesnt work, especially in a quiet time and there is no band... I am sure they could invest in some more tables and chairs. Just pack em up when there is a band on and the D-floor is required.

The bar proposal for 91 James will be located just off Nicks Lane. See Google maps.

phew... I thought is was my beloved taboo lounge!!

LoooooooooooooooooooL

If you go overseas get some work shoes from Zara. I've got a few pairs of boots/shoes from there and they have all outlasted any others that I have had.

Ted Baker, which I love, let me down in the shoe department.

I saw some really aweseome Rockpool x Adidas work shoes once in HK but have been unable to find them anywhere!

Hmmm...

I have a pair of adidas lawn bowls shoes (look similar to the adidas x rockpools), which I sometimes where as loafers... but doesnt really go with what I wear to work.

mince!!! nooooooooooooooo... tha design minimalist & detail is what makes tha shoe! :p

I'm all for minimalism when done well, crave, but in general, men's shoes (sneakers aside) are pretty uninspiring.

Can't be helped I guess, considering you guys don't really have much to turn to.

Probably partly why the androgynous look is appearing more and more in fashion and lines between male and female attire are blurring.

Probably also partly why guys like Bryanboy have resorted to wearing heels and sporting Chanel handbags ;)



+1 to both sneakers and work clothes and hate of pointed shoes! The latter probably shows my hate of things that are meant to be fashionable but are really just plain stupid (see platform shoes, et al)


It's not the pointed shoe per se that looks ridiculous. It's generally the OTT nature of the outfit or the particular pair of shoes a guy has chosen.

Example: tacky white, cheap textiles, faux-croc, and pointed. So common on your Industrie/Elwood wearing type.

See my point?

Speaking of uninspiring, these are anything but:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/Miensie/SSC%20-%20Buildings/SSC%20-%20Food/Miscellaneous/ladylike2.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v299/Miensie/SSC%20-%20Buildings/SSC%20-%20Food/Miscellaneous/ladylike.jpg

They will be mine, mark my words.

I'm all for minimalism when done well, crave, but in general, men's shoes (sneakers aside) are pretty uninspiring.

Can't be helped I guess, considering you guys don't really have much to turn to.

Probably partly why the androgynous look is appearing more and more in fashion and lines between male and female attire are blurring.

Probably also partly why guys like Bryanboy have resorted to wearing heels and sporting Chanel handbags ;)






See my point?

what are they supposed to inspire you to do? paint a master piece? They are just feet covers... :lol:

sneakers on the other hand... if it were legal I would marry them!!

It's just a word, Gabs, ie. boring.

While you may be more of a sneaker buff, I'm sure there are many guys out there who prefer dressier shoes.

I find flat shoes very uninspiring. High heels, on the other hand, that's one of my two loves.

Going to Amuse this Saturday. Not sure what to expect or whether I'll enjoy all of it. Haven't heard any reports on here about it. Anyone been?

Haha, I know - we were meant to meet back in August, remember? Jarkti, you and I.

So you mean next week you'll be free? Do you like the idea of copious amounts of coffee and chin-wagging?

I love me some unhealthy food :D





I only just saw this! I do remember, we were all kept away for various reasons.

I'll be finished exams after tuesday so yes, I will have much more free time. I would love to catch up for a coffee! Will sort something out with you soon :)

Yay :banana:

I just heard from a fellow coffee lover that Jean Pierre Sancho have the best mocha around. Perhaps we can go there if they're open on weekends.

Best of luck with your exams (and studying), Jackson :)

Yay ♥

I'm all for minimalism when done well, crave, but in general, men's shoes (sneakers aside) are pretty uninspiring.

Can't be helped I guess, considering you guys don't really have much to turn to.

Probably partly why the androgynous look is appearing more and more in fashion and lines between male and female attire are blurring.

Probably also partly why guys like Bryanboy have resorted to wearing heels and sporting Chanel handbags ;)





It's not the pointed shoe per se that looks ridiculous. It's generally the OTT nature of the outfit or the particular pair of shoes a guy has chosen.

Example: tacky white, cheap textiles, faux-croc, and pointed. So common on your Industrie/Elwood wearing type.

See my point?

I expect the pointy shoes (especially those that take it to the extreme) to curl up at the tip and have a little bell on the end.

Want to go to out to dinner tonight, somewhere nice but not too expensive. Any suggestions?

edit- just realised its 9pm :(

Sounds like you might be going somewhere a little bit fancy.

hawkers
jun
andaluz
duende
jus burgers
la lola


all will have kitchens still open with the 2 tapas joints being easily the most expensive options

hawkers will not let you down though

just came back from alfred's, damn it was good

hawkers
jun
andaluz
duende
jus burgers
la lola


all will have kitchens still open with the 2 tapas joints being easily the most expensive options

hawkers will not let you down though

just came back from alfred's, damn it was good

I so need to go back there. Haven't been in ages.

got a kebab.

went to hawkers last week, wasn't very good.

impossible. what did you order?

ive been there well over 30 times, prob close to 50 and only had a couple of average to goode meals with the rest being very good

where r u living atm by the way>

just whitey stuff like sweet n sour chicken. i got my favourite dish- squid tentacles which i raved about, it came out and was tasteless. Nothing is worse than looking forward to something/telling your friends and then it turns out shit.

Living in yange still although i spend a lot of time up here in city beach these days.

just whitey stuff like sweet n sour chicken. i got my favourite dish- squid tentacles which i raved about, it came out and was tasteless. Nothing is worse than looking forward to something/telling your friends and then it turns out shit.

Living in yange still although i spend a lot of time up here in city beach these days.

ah ok

yeah ive never eaten the sweet and sour chicken so cant comment, you gotta get the malaysian stuff they specialise in.

Mmmmm kebabs. Best kebab place I have been in Perth is at Broadway shopping centre in Nedalnds near UWA. SO GOOD, though I am generally drunk when I go there.

I feel fat now.

I've gained 5kg in the last few months :(

Hey guys

Was great to check out all of the improvements to Northbridge and to finally meet Nate. Some really cool pieces in there mate, my bro is considering buying that long city themed one that was just to the left of the counter.

Hopefully once the William Street upgrades are done, they do the same with the equivalent section of Beaufort Street between Francis and Newcastle. Some really cool similar places that are all empty at the moment which could be great. I was really impressed with the scale of the developments - I didn't realise it went along so much of the street. The theatre was underwhelming from the outside.

I got a Winter Love Bubble tea with Sago from Hi Tea and then continued into the CBD. Was great to see places like Ezra, The Bird etc for myself even if just from the outside. In the CBD (and Northbridge, Mt Lawley and Leederville) I must say that I was really surprised at just how dead the streets are. I guess it's just a matter of adjustment having come from London but wow, I really didn't expect things to be as quiet as they were. It was really sad as there are lots of new places but no people!

Loved 140 William Street and have to say that having seen it in person, I think leaving that little space rather than putting a building was a good idea. It is a great place to sit and look at the backs of the heritage buildings which are awesome in themselves. This will be great once all the tenancies are open. Murray Street between Barrack Street and Lord Street is in desperate need of rejuvenation. Hopefully Equus kicks off development in this area because I forgot how much of a shocker it is. Primarily one and two story, crappy buildings with even crapper shops inside. Huge potential here. Equus is a behemoth! Treasury should really help that end of town too.

Enex - the less said the better. I felt like I'd walked into a bad, stock standard 90s design. Really uninspiring and nothing of much note in there. Greenhouse on the other hand was great. I really liked the vibe and the service, and the flat white was perfect.

The Apple Store. No worse or better than any other around the world. Smaller in size but identical in design and has everything you could want so can't really complain.

Wolfe Lane - still a work in progress. Wolfe Lane the bar was clearly wanky just by looking at it, I'll be interested to see what the lane itself is like when all the new stuff opens - did it always extend all the way to the back of Holiday Inn or did that used to be blocked off?

Jean Pierre Sancho - bread and cakes looked decent, macarons looked terrible.

I then walked into Mt Lawley. Again, where are all the people? So many cool little places - all empty, along with the streets. I thought the Brisbane was closed until I peered in!

Beaufort St Merchant - I like what they've done with the place, the retail section was never that great and the expanded dining/drinking suits the space much better.

Vinyl at Planet - they've improved from what they were. Smaller in size, but a much better selection, which my brother tells me is updated often.

I then walked into Leederville. Apart from Little Ceasars, not really much new of note. I walked past Kitsch and that looked pretty cool. Jus was busy as usual, but mum made lasagne so it was off home for dinner :)

Overall, I was shocked by how quiet everywhere was, the streets and venues in general. Lots of positive improvements though compared to two years ago - there really is a lot more variety than before as regards bars/cafes/restaurants.

Confirmation that when/if I come back to Perth permanently, I need to live somewhere between Northbridge and Mt Lawley. I was genuinely excited walking through here and it's so obvious that this is where it's at in Perth.

Lots of Asians and hardly any Indians and Pakistanis. Nothing racist, just very noticeable and the complete opposite of London. As to be expected, Asians provided most of the vibrancy, and I loved the smells of the food coming out of all the Asian shops - I really miss that in London.

It took all of 2 hours out and about in Perth before I was accosted for change by an Aboriginal.

Fashion = non-existent.

Leederville = still crap.

Potential. So much potential. Especially walking between Mt Lawley and Leederville, there is so much space for increased density. With zero high rise and no loss of any character homes/streets but just small 4-5 story apartment complexes, the whole population of ToV could be increased tenfold so easily.

Going to Galileo next week for my Auntie's birthday on my recommendation. Excited!

Tomorrow = Sherbet and Jun and somewhere new for coffee in Northbridge.

Sanj, Gabs, Nate and anyone else who was interested - we gonna hook up dinner at the new Korean BBQ place? I think I passed it - is it the one near the Court? Do they do vego options for Mincy?

Will have to do Jus burger night as has been in the pipeline for over a year too!

Mmmmm kebabs. Best kebab place I have been in Perth is at Broadway shopping centre in Nedalnds near UWA. SO GOOD, though I am generally drunk when I go there.

Their pide is the bomb too. I think I bought enough Chicken Katsu dons and bubble teas from Nagano next door to keep them in business for years to come lol. My fave Kebab is Stalactites in Melb. I still have a soft spot for Peters by the Sea too.

Perfect summary acc.

To be honest, in the ten weeks I have been working in NorthBridge, I have never seen it so quiet (this week). Dunno whats up with that....

But, yes, it's all about potential. I think these quieter days are a reminder that NB is not quite there yet.


haha @ Leederville = Still crap

..and count me in for Korean!

Their pide is the bomb too. I think I bought enough Chicken Katsu dons and bubble teas from Nagano next door to keep them in business for years to come lol. My fave Kebab is Stalactites in Melb. I still have a soft spot for Peters by the Sea too.

Oh My God Chicken Katsu don is my favourite drunk food ever. I've spent many a friday afternoon drinking at the tav then stumbling over to Nagano for Chicken Katsu don. I am always devastated when I get there too late..

On the quietness, it has been raining the past few days for the first time in a while? Rain seems to scare people.

Actually I think the quietness is a symptom of all Australian cities. I call it The Castle effect, where during the week most Australians seem to rush to their comfy suburban homes after work and stay there for the night rather than going out to shop, dine or drink.

It is a problem in the largest Oz cities too, and I think helps suggest why most shops in those cities still close early even though they have deregulation. The new Sydney City Westfield had to really fight to get retailers to stay open until 6.30pm for example.

Acc- count me in!! Also how are your legs? walk much??! :)

If you are coming back into NB, try Zebba for coffee! I will be in Mt Lawley tomorrow lining up at HAL for kicks but after that, I can come down for a coffee.

haha @ Leederville = Still crap


Still harsh:)

Still harsh:)

haha

Unless Kailis moves out, I will be in Leederville at least once a year (xmas).

Don't worry Matt, Leederville is a lot better than, say, Kelmscott.

lulz nate

count me in for korean acc, can you pls PM me your number?

from memory mincy will struggle there but not as much as say mt magnet

just whitey stuff like sweet n sour chicken. i got my favourite dish- squid tentacles which i raved about, it came out and was tasteless. Nothing is worse than looking forward to something/telling your friends and then it turns out shit.

Living in yange still although i spend a lot of time up here in city beach these days.

You got outta da hood son!! got yaself a sugar daddy huh?? :lol:

Food nerds.

I'll be in Freo this afternoon. I don't generally do Freo.

Recommendations for quick, easy dinner?

I don't think I've ever eaten in Freo during the evening without being intoxicated first.

Takas @old shanghai

yeah u cant beat takas for quick and easy i guess

if you had a bit more time (and the inclination) id be trying out the crowded house in south freo, definitely one im interested in. menu is here

http://www.thecrowdedhouse.com.au/menu.pdf

yeah u cant beat takas for quick and easy i guess

if you had a bit more time (and the inclination) id be trying out the crowded house in south freo, definitely one im interested in. menu is here

http://www.thecrowdedhouse.com.au/menu.pdf

Looks very nice. Impressed carbon tax is included. Might check it out later in the night.

Thnxs too Gabe.

impossible.

lawl


I feel fat now.

I've gained 5kg in the last few months :(

Hon, you could put 10kgs on and still not even come close to 'chubby'.




Sanj, Gabs, Nate and anyone else who was interested - we gonna hook up dinner at the new Korean BBQ place? I think I passed it - is it the one near the Court? Do they do vego options for Mincy?

Will have to do Jus burger night as has been in the pipeline for over a year too!

lawl at you heading straight for the bubble tea. Hi Tea is good.

Up for Jus, also up for the Korean BBQ. Worse comes to worst, I'll eat first and just tag along for the company - Sank, Gabs, Accy-acc and Nate together at the one time, this I gotta see ;)

Very, very excited!

Let us know what you thought of Sherbet!



count me in for korean acc, can you pls PM me your number?

from memory mincy will struggle there but not as much as say mt magnet

:lol:

P.S. He's getting his Australian sim today.

cool. this whole weekend is out for me but im pretty flexible next week

I'm really feeling Teriyaki chicken for lunch today. Any suggestions of a good place to go?

I'm really feeling Teriyaki chicken for lunch today. Any suggestions of a good place to go?

Bonsai on Roe street NB?

it looks nice, never been tho.

Hey guys

Was great to check out all of the improvements to Northbridge and to finally meet Nate. Some really cool pieces in there mate, my bro is considering buying that long city themed one that was just to the left of the counter.

Hopefully once the William Street upgrades are done, they do the same with the equivalent section of Beaufort Street between Francis and Newcastle. Some really cool similar places that are all empty at the moment which could be great. I was really impressed with the scale of the developments - I didn't realise it went along so much of the street. The theatre was underwhelming from the outside.

I got a Winter Love Bubble tea with Sago from Hi Tea and then continued into the CBD. Was great to see places like Ezra, The Bird etc for myself even if just from the outside. In the CBD (and Northbridge, Mt Lawley and Leederville) I must say that I was really surprised at just how dead the streets are. I guess it's just a matter of adjustment having come from London but wow, I really didn't expect things to be as quiet as they were. It was really sad as there are lots of new places but no people!

Loved 140 William Street and have to say that having seen it in person, I think leaving that little space rather than putting a building was a good idea. It is a great place to sit and look at the backs of the heritage buildings which are awesome in themselves. This will be great once all the tenancies are open. Murray Street between Barrack Street and Lord Street is in desperate need of rejuvenation. Hopefully Equus kicks off development in this area because I forgot how much of a shocker it is. Primarily one and two story, crappy buildings with even crapper shops inside. Huge potential here. Equus is a behemoth! Treasury should really help that end of town too.

Enex - the less said the better. I felt like I'd walked into a bad, stock standard 90s design. Really uninspiring and nothing of much note in there. Greenhouse on the other hand was great. I really liked the vibe and the service, and the flat white was perfect.

The Apple Store. No worse or better than any other around the world. Smaller in size but identical in design and has everything you could want so can't really complain.

Wolfe Lane - still a work in progress. Wolfe Lane the bar was clearly wanky just by looking at it, I'll be interested to see what the lane itself is like when all the new stuff opens - did it always extend all the way to the back of Holiday Inn or did that used to be blocked off?

Jean Pierre Sancho - bread and cakes looked decent, macarons looked terrible.

I then walked into Mt Lawley. Again, where are all the people? So many cool little places - all empty, along with the streets. I thought the Brisbane was closed until I peered in!

Beaufort St Merchant - I like what they've done with the place, the retail section was never that great and the expanded dining/drinking suits the space much better.

Vinyl at Planet - they've improved from what they were. Smaller in size, but a much better selection, which my brother tells me is updated often.

I then walked into Leederville. Apart from Little Ceasars, not really much new of note. I walked past Kitsch and that looked pretty cool. Jus was busy as usual, but mum made lasagne so it was off home for dinner :)

Overall, I was shocked by how quiet everywhere was, the streets and venues in general. Lots of positive improvements though compared to two years ago - there really is a lot more variety than before as regards bars/cafes/restaurants.

Confirmation that when/if I come back to Perth permanently, I need to live somewhere between Northbridge and Mt Lawley. I was genuinely excited walking through here and it's so obvious that this is where it's at in Perth.

Lots of Asians and hardly any Indians and Pakistanis. Nothing racist, just very noticeable and the complete opposite of London. As to be expected, Asians provided most of the vibrancy, and I loved the smells of the food coming out of all the Asian shops - I really miss that in London.

It took all of 2 hours out and about in Perth before I was accosted for change by an Aboriginal.

Fashion = non-existent.

Leederville = still crap.

Potential. So much potential. Especially walking between Mt Lawley and Leederville, there is so much space for increased density. With zero high rise and no loss of any character homes/streets but just small 4-5 story apartment complexes, the whole population of ToV could be increased tenfold so easily.

Going to Galileo next week for my Auntie's birthday on my recommendation. Excited!

Tomorrow = Sherbet and Jun and somewhere new for coffee in Northbridge.

Sanj, Gabs, Nate and anyone else who was interested - we gonna hook up dinner at the new Korean BBQ place? I think I passed it - is it the one near the Court? Do they do vego options for Mincy?

Will have to do Jus burger night as has been in the pipeline for over a year too!

Welcome back mate. Enjoy the buzz because soon you'll be missing London. You pretty much did the same thing I did when you got back. Just a massive walk around to see the changes. I also spent some time in Kings Park. When you've been away from it for so long you realise just how amazing it is.


Agree with you on the place to live in Perth. Its the closest you'll get to that vibrant inner city life. But it is a great area.
I worked in Leederville for a year - fed up after half a lunch break. Better than Belmont though.

I think the one exciting thing about all the shit there is in Perth is the potential of it all. We've got a great long grid lay out and plenty of blocks to develop.

Bonsai on Roe street NB?

it looks nice, never been tho.

Thanks mate but I'd rather go to a place people have been before. Don't feel like being the guinea pig today :)

Theres one I used to go to on Adelaide Tce which was decent, might hit that up.

^^ Nagoya??

That place is TOPS!!

Thanks mate but I'd rather go to a place people have been before. Don't feel like being the guinea pig today :)

Theres one I used to go to on Adelaide Tce which was decent, might hit that up.

Adelaide Terrace - Nagoya.

Have the chicken Karage (bento) there - I couldn't get enough of that when I worked down that way...

(edit gabs is fast)

Yep thats it. Sounds like I'll stick with that. Katsu is great too. Now I can't decide between the two.

GET THE KATSU.

GET THE KARAGE BENTO WITH THAT DELICIOUS JAPANESE KUPIE MAYONAISE MMM

I had to look up what KARAGE was. I'm not in an experimenting mood today.

vietnamese is ace on a hot day... ace. :)

tonight i'm gonna whip up some prawn sinigang...

http://www.insightsnreview.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/sinigang1.jpg

I had to look up what KARAGE was. I'm not in an experimenting mood today.

Its like a Japanese version of KFC popcorn chicken, if that helps.

if anyone here gonna try karaage, when you're making tha marinade, add a bit of japanese mayo...

this tip is stored under r: "reasons why you're a fat ass..."

i also much prefer a crumbly coating rather than batter... :)

Yeah Teriyaki boi!!

Well I had a beef bourguignon pie, almond croissant and double shot iced coffee for lunch at Sugar bean cafe in Nedlands. Now maybe ill be able to stand spending the next 4 hours studying in the library.

jackso - best almond croissants in perth (or at least the best ive had) available up the road at la galette

what's a bourgeon pie?

jackso - best almond croissants in perth (or at least the best ive had) available up the road at la galette

what's a bourgeon pie?

Damn auto-correct. I meant beef bourguignon, edited it in.

Thanks for the tip. I will give la galette a go!

I went to the Burmese association fundraiser food fair thing this morning. Fucking hell there was some tasty, tasty shit on offer. My fridges full of it now ... :D

Second Saturday of the month cnr Bulwer and Stirling. Anyone else been?

^^

Never...I am working right now, but going to send the missus down to get me some dinner!

Probably closed now Nate, it's a morning thing.

^^

Thanks for nothin, Burmese people of my street!

Went to the "fez" today for breakfast. It's a new cafe along walcott st Mt Lawley (The art deco bdlg).
The place was absolutely packed which we thought was a good sign. It's not the most comfortable brekky joint as the tables are very small and cramped together. Not somewhere to kick back.
The service was good and staff friendly. Coffee wasn't bad but definitely overpriced ($4.30 for a SMALL Long Mac) which isn't really justified.

The eggs benedict were cooked well and not too heavy ($16). The bread portions were VERY thin which is pretty much an instant turn off for me as a bread lover. We even ordered additional toast ($5) which looked like were cut using a ham slicer (slight exaggeration!).

I didn't have any major complaints but came away quite hungry ($36). By comparison we typically have something similar + more at Zekka for $30 which really fills me up.

Worth a look (may be for dinner?) but I don't think I'd be rushing back.

Those prices are fucking ridonkulous.

hahaha

People are stupid in Mount Lawley.

yeah after brekky we simply walked into town and had some dim sum. That hit the sport for sure. Should have had that instead. Only if those bastards did coffee.

hi kids, menu for tomorrow

freshly shucked coffin bay oysters

beef carpaccio, white truffle, parmesan, capers, evoo

truffled egg fettuccine

pink grapefruit granita

pork belly, fennel and apple puree, spring vegetables, white truffle, truffle jus

cheese plate

truffled honey and macadamia ice cream, apple tart


some champagne to start, then a marchand & burch chardonnay and a pinot noir, possibly a picardy tete de cuvee

wish me luck! thanks again for the zucchini flowers kelli

for once ill have photos too, a friend is bringing her SLR

Went to Amuse for dinner tonight. Was pleasantly surprised. I thoroughly enjoyed everything on the menu except the Yabbie.

I still give the service and ambiance to Jacksons though.

Wouldn't go back to Amuse again but was good to go to once.

+1 to Sanj finally intending to post photos of his food for once!

Had breakfast at Tarts today. Toast with Avocado, Tomato and Feta cheese. $14 + I can't remember what for a flat white. Food was simple, fresh and tasty and the coffeee was good, slightly weak though. Service was really good. Overall I was happy.

ah ok if you liked tetsuya you might like ezard then (which i recommended to vicky and he loved).

check out www.ezard.com.au for menu etc

Mr Sanjipoo speaks the truth. Ezard is a great place, and all things considering, not really all that expensive. A place I'll be definitely going back to.

+1 to Sanj finally intending to post photos of his food for once!

.

my mate didnt bring her SLR but she brought a point and shoot so ill get the photos off her soon. the only course we forgot to photograph was the truffled honey, macadamia and pistachio ice cream with apple tart

7 courses, lunch went from 12.30 til nearly 8pm (i think the dessert plates were cleared at 7.45). cleaning up was a bitch but overall a massive success if i say so myself. definitely will be planning something more simple the next time i have people over but it was a real treat with all the white truffle etc.

some really nice booze drunk as well - monteiths apple cider, bollinger and piper heidsieck champagnes, marchand and burch chardonnay, picardy tete de cuvee pinot noir and merlimont and lamont's black monster.

not bad for 6 people eating, only really 4 drinking

Mr Sanjipoo speaks the truth. Ezard is a great place, and all things considering, not really all that expensive. A place I'll be definitely going back to.

hai vicky!

Sounds awesome. I've not heard of that cider before either - will have to check it out. The white truffle must have been amazing.

hi kids, menu for tomorrow

freshly shucked coffin bay oysters

beef carpaccio, white truffle, parmesan, capers, evoo

truffled egg fettuccine

pink grapefruit granita

pork belly, fennel and apple puree, spring vegetables, white truffle, truffle jus

cheese plate

truffled honey and macadamia ice cream, apple tart


some champagne to start, then a marchand & burch chardonnay and a pinot noir, possibly a picardy tete de cuvee

wish me luck! thanks again for the zucchini flowers kelli

for once ill have photos too, a friend is bringing her SLR

dats class mate!!


Pork Belly is just a fancy name for bacon right?? I had "pork belly" the other day and it looked, smelt and tasted like bacon... :lol:

I think you may have had bacon mate ;)

p.s I also got a pair of the HALS x Reeboks!! YAY for me!!

They are ridiculously comfortable!!

dats class mate!!


Pork Belly is just a fancy name for bacon right?? I had "pork belly" the other day and it looked, smelt and tasted like bacon... :lol:

bacon is cured and usually smoked pork, sometimes using the belly

pork belly is exactly that, belly of the pork, ie not bacon

hmmm, well yes... We can have some pork belly tomorrow night!! :-)

Will get the photos off ckf's phone one day.

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perth should have a "flavours of asia" festival...

and tiger airways should be tha main sponsor if no local/state govt funding wanna help out some yella-*****z...

it should also be called yellow belly festival.

Hoi Sank, you going to give Taj Mahal a go?

I'll come with if so :D

will check out the menu but if it's typical north indian restaurant food then highly unlikely ill go

Ugh. If it is, count me out.

btw Pink Pepper at East Perth has some pretty damn good pizza, reasonable value too compared to other Perth establishments
http://www.pinkpeppercatering.com.au/A5_pizza_menu.pdf

The Sicilian Pizza was fantastic :drool:

btw Pink Pepper at East Perth has some pretty damn good pizza, reasonable value too compared to other Perth establishments
http://www.pinkpeppercatering.com.au/A5_pizza_menu.pdf

The Sicilian Pizza was fantastic :drool:

huh, I havent been keeping track, but do you now live in perth Mr kfc?

^^Possibly. Good news about the 4-5 story one opening in Melb next year, however you must remember that the primary reason for not opening in Aus years ago was because it's hard to translate their business model to Australia because of the distance. I'd be very interested to know how they have decided to adapt for the Australian situation and whether Perth fits into this adaption or if distance still remains an ''unsurmountable'' issue as far as Perth is concerned even with the Australian adapted model.


Perth will fit into it eventually I'm sure. While they are still establishing their business in out part of the world they are continuing their distribution and logistics from Europe. Once they have more of a presence here they have indicated they will establish a distribution and logistics centre somewhere in the Asia Pacific region.

Sounds awesome. I've not heard of that cider before either - will have to check it out. The white truffle must have been amazing.

pics are up on my fb of most of the courses. ill have to get flickr or something to post them up here. will do it at some stage

Sanj, the pics aren't on your Facebook :(

...meanwhile, nom nom nom

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hi kids, menu for tomorrow

freshly shucked coffin bay oysters

beef carpaccio, white truffle, parmesan, capers, evoo

truffled egg fettuccine

pink grapefruit granita

pork belly, fennel and apple puree, spring vegetables, white truffle, truffle jus

cheese plate

truffled honey and macadamia ice cream, apple tart


some champagne to start, then a marchand & burch chardonnay and a pinot noir, possibly a picardy tete de cuvee

wish me luck! thanks again for the zucchini flowers kelli

for once ill have photos too, a friend is bringing her SLR

No worries, the buggers are bursting forth now with this warmer weather though :ohno:.

Hope it went well, pork, fennel and apple is a nice combo, that's where the zucchini flowers went too wasn't it? Looking forward to seeing the photos.

You can post photos from facebook on here Sanj. No pressure or anything :).

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Which flavour do you get?

I get peach milk tea with lychee jelly, every time :okay:



The Korean BBQ place has a steamed egg dish and several other possible options for me. Yay!

Will have my camera with me...perhaps Nate can give me a few pointers over dinner ;)

Which flavour do you get?

I get peach milk tea with lychee jelly, every time :okay:



The Korean BBQ place has a steamed egg dish and several other possible options for me. Yay!

Will have my camera with me...perhaps Nate can give me a few pointers over dinner ;)

speaking of cameras I have a meeting with the wedding photographer before hand at 399... busy busy time in my life atm!

Who'd you go with?

Did you manage to talk to the events coordinator at Town Hall?

Hold on, you decided on UWA, right?

speaking of cameras I have a meeting with the wedding photographer before hand at 399... busy busy time in my life atm!

mmm i went to 399 twice yesterday lol. can't get enough of the haloumi and the dates wrapped in bacon

The haloumi there is good but talk about a ripoff.

$6 for 4 slices of halaoumi is mental. You could buy a whole packet of haloumi and grill it yourself at home. Had some yesterday and it was fantastic - better than 399 as theirs is a tad too salty.

i could eat haloumi everyday... :~

the little lamb koftas are pretty nice too...again a rip off at $6.50

btw rajesh, there's no mulled wine anymore. they got rid of it as its 'too hot' for it now...

Who'd you go with?

Did you manage to talk to the events coordinator at Town Hall?

Hold on, you decided on UWA, right?

I dunno who the photographers are, recommended to us by a friend.

never really considered UWA (sorry to who every suggested it)

we are going to have it at Town Hall :)


mmm i went to 399 twice yesterday lol. can't get enough of the haloumi and the dates wrapped in bacon

man that is commitment... I can never do the "walk back in" !! :lol:

I will get me a slice of that!!

we are going to have it at Town Hall :)


Awesome! I have lots of questions which I can pepper you with tonight.

Gotta get my butt in to gear and actually do some of the associated jobs that comes with being given the Maid of Honour role.

I'm a big fan of 399. I got Green Jasmie Milk Tea with Grape Jelly. So good :)

I am too. Just not for the food they have on offer.

Jelly > sago. They get it wrong more often than they get it right.

I find that jelly goes better with the fruitier type ones or the ones without milk, and that sago goes better with the milk based ones and flavours like hazlenut, milo and chocolate. It's a very precise science ;)

I also had a grape one with lychee jelly and normal sago a few hours later courtesy of my friend.

Gotta try and fit as much bubble tea in as I can before going back!

I haven't tried the food at 399. I really rated the service. Between that and Greenhouse I've been very impressed service wise - def not what you'd expect from the Perth of 2 years ago, hopefully it's a sign of things to come and raises the bar more generally.

Re halloumi, I've become hooked on the stuff since moving to the UK PG. Grilled halloumi, moroccan cous cous and falafel with hummous is a dinner I have often. So good.

You're gonna make yourself sick.

I went off bubble tea for a good two years purely cos I drank too much of it.

Have you ever had the purple dream? :puke:

Yeah not a huge fan. I like Winter Love and Summer Love as far as ''unidentifiable'' flavours go.

lawl. Yeah, what is winter/summer/spring love anyway.

From memory, summer love was my favourite out of the three.


This brings back some good memories - being able to have a conversation with you in real time on SSC :)

I really rated the service. Between that and Greenhouse I've been very impressed service wise - def not what you'd expect from the Perth of 2 years ago, hopefully it's a sign of things to come and raises the bar more generally.

Bar 399 are our bar friends on William. They help us out a lot, and deserve all the success they get.

Greenhouse, I was also really impressed last time I went there. Absolutely zero complaints.

Acc - you checked out Icey Ice?

(serious question!)

Bar 399 are our bar friends on William. They help us out a lot, and deserve all the success they get.

Greenhouse, I was also really impressed last time I went there. Absolutely zero complaints.

Acc - you checked out Icey Ice?

(serious question!)

my favorite place in all of Northbridge!! Love the amine looking staff they have working there!! :-)



(serious statement!)

Icey Ice is good.

They really need to downsize though. I asked for a small and was told the smallest is a large.

It's too much even for two people.

I haven't had Icey Ice yet. Had so many people telling me to go!

Yup miensie, it's great being on SSC real time. You can tease me about your great morning teas in real time again :P

I haven't had Icey Ice yet. Had so many people telling me to go!

Yup miensie, it's great being on SSC real time. You can tease me about your great morning teas in real time again :P

:lol:

Yes, but in this case, you are at home where I'm sure your Mum whipped you up some yummy breakfast, no? Not the same effect :P

Try the latte flavour! The fruity ones are too much in my opinion.


P.S. I made French toast for breakfast this morning. Topped with slices of banana, cinamon and a drizzling of maple syrup ;)

The fat man in me wept with joy.

How on earth do you make time to do that before work?

:lol:

Yes, but in this case, you are at home where I'm sure your Mum whipped you up some yummy breakfast, no? Not the same effect :P

Try the latte flavour! The fruity ones are too much in my opinion.


P.S. I made French toast for breakfast this morning. Topped with slices of banana, cinamon and a drizzling of maple syrup ;)

The fat man in me wept with joy.

Yeah mum has been making me some great breakfasts. Today I'm eating nutri grain, which I haven't had in 2 years. It's a novelty :)

Agreed re fruity milk teas - they are more miss than hit.

The French toast sounds awesome. Here's another one I like. Toast with ricotta cheese drizzled with honey and sprinkled with cinnamon.

How on earth do you make time to do that before work?

Get up at 6.45am, finish cooking by 7.20am, very full by 7.35am, that's how.

I generally don't eat breakfast at home but at the office. I usually just make breakfast for the other half but this French toast is something special and is better eaten warm :)

Plus, I just like cooking.

At this rate, something might actually stick!


Yeah mum has been making me some great breakfasts. Today I'm eating nutri grain, which I haven't had in 2 years. It's a novelty :)

Agreed re fruity milk teas - they are more miss than hit.

The French toast sounds awesome. Here's another one I like. Toast with ricotta cheese drizzled with honey and sprinkled with cinnamon.

No Nutri Grain in England?

Ricotta and honey and cinamon??? *dies*

Really? I'm generally not a fan of sweet and salty together.

No Nutri Grain in England?

Ricotta and honey and cinamon??? *dies*

Really? I'm generally not a fan of sweet and salty together.

Nope. No cherry ripes either!

Don't knock the toast combo either until you've tried it :P Fresh ricotta isn't very salty at all.

Nope. No cherry ripes either!


Another reason for you to not go back ;)

Get an Icey Ice!!!

Awesome pics acc! Really hope you get a lot out of perth this time round. If you'd like to meet up for a walk one day soon that could be arranged :)

No worries, the buggers are bursting forth now with this warmer weather though :ohno:.

Hope it went well, pork, fennel and apple is a nice combo, that's where the zucchini flowers went too wasn't it? Looking forward to seeing the photos.

changed the puree to a parsnip puree simply cos one of my friends doesnt eat pork and so i did a scotch fillet for him with parsnip puree (fennel and apple wouldnt have worked) and couldnt be bothered making 2

went really well overall, 7 courses, 7 hours. definitely the longest meal ive had

You can post photos from facebook on here Sanj. No pressure or anything :).

yeah would rather not share my full name etc on here, vicky might be tempted to break the VRO

Sanj, the pics aren't on your Facebook :(



are u sure? damn it i went through the pain in the arse of tagging myself in all the pics my mate put up of the lunch. i also shared her album of the pics.

MINCY - CAN YOU FIX THIS FOR ME PLS? COMPUTER + SANJ = FAIL

popped into Mrs S this morning, new cafe in maylands at cnr eight ave and whatley crescent.

looks like it has potential, similar to sherbet in that it is casual, has homemade cakes etc but without as much of a focus on the cakes. apparently they will be expanding the menu soon, for now just simple things like muesli, banana breads etc but from the date and coconut cake i had the qulity is pretty good

coffee was also very nice

are u sure? damn it i went through the pain in the arse of tagging myself in all the pics my mate put up of the lunch. i also shared her album of the pics.

MINCY - CAN YOU FIX THIS FOR ME PLS? COMPUTER + SANJ = FAIL

Your friend might have her privacy settings set so that only her friends can see the photos.

If you want to post them to SSC, simply right click on the image to get the address and then paste it here. You can hotlink to individual images on facebook without needing to be friends etc.

yeah but i dont want my full name etc on ssc. how do i get around this? do i have to upload it to flickr or one of those things?

also, can you pls look on my fb and let me know if you are able to see the pics or my update about the lunch?

yeah but i dont want my full name etc on ssc. how do i get around this? do i have to upload it to flickr or one of those things?

also, can you pls look on my fb and let me know if you are able to see the pics or my update about the lunch?

If you hotlink the photograph directly then it won't show your full name or any details, it will only show the photograph. It's only if you like the actual webpage that the photo is on then will people be able to see your details.

I just checked your facebook on my fone and I can't see any link to the photos you speak of. It might be different on the computer but its blocked at work so cant check for you mate

popped into Mrs S this morning, new cafe in maylands at cnr eight ave and whatley crescent.

coffee was also very nice

Ooooh yay, new cafe to try out! Maylands is slowing coming along eh!



MINCY - CAN YOU FIX THIS FOR ME PLS? COMPUTER + SANJ = FAIL

Sorry hon, was at lunch.

I've just checked your FB and nothing's there. I'd say her privacy is limited to friends only so even if you've tagged yourself, we can't see it.

Do you want to just save the pics, zip them then email them across to me? I'll up them to my Photobucket for you if you like :)

Definitely do not recommend hotlinking and even if you did, the page won't load and an error message will come up because of the same privacy restrictions.

for fucks sake, how do i zip them then?

that would explain why i didnt have any comments on the photos, i thought that was weird

btw thanks mincy

Oh dear. This is worse than I thought, lawl :tongue2:

Ok, never mind the zipping as you'll need to download winrar to do so if you haven't got it. Pics on FB aren't large in size so just save them and email them separately. Hotmail has a 10MB limit per email if I'm not mistaken so that should be fine :)

* By separately, I mean attach them one by one. Don't send them in individual emails. Just in case ;)

Definitely do not recommend hotlinking and even if you did, the page won't load and an error message will come up because of the same privacy restrictions.

Not if you only hotlink the photo

for fucks sake. how do i zip them then?

http://www.lolblog.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/facepalm.jpg

As I said, I don't recommend hotlinking. Ever.

This is like teaching a fish how to ride a bicycle.

This is like teaching a fish how to ride a bicycle.

:lol:

i just created my first album on facebook. i feel so technologically advanced now

Ok hon, here you go (cropped the photo of you and your friends):

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cool, no pics of the cheese plate, finished dessert or the granita but it gives some idea. best 2 courses were definitely the pasta and pork belly. i would pay good money for either one of them

thanks mincy!

The pasta looks good. I've no idea how you guys managed to eat all that. Don't know if I could to be honest.

And you're welcome! :)

kfc is pretty cut he didn't get any pork belly

as you can see mincy we didnt really alter them to degustation like portions, hence the 7 hour meal and most of us still feeling full the next morning

kfc, that pork belly was epic, really really nice. ill make it again soonish, you guys can come around. we'll get mincy some breadsticks

mincy - pasta was a play on a fairly famous buon ricordo dish

kfc, that pork belly was epic, really really nice. ill make it again soonish, you guys can come around. we'll get mincy some breadsticks

:hug:

we'll get mincy some breadsticks

The hell you will.

You better make me something a whole lot more substantial than that. That pasta looks good *wink wink nudge nudge*

I wanna do a small dinner with you soonish (som tum + somen style) but our apartment is a mess and will probably remain so until we settle in properly.

And what kind of Asian doesn't have wintermelon tea in their house, eh? :poke:

mess is fine, stop making excuses. when next week is dinner at your house? will you cook meat for the rest of us?

In my experience, vegetarians make AMAZING meat dishes.