Day 171: Fourth Village Providore

Today we had brunch with some friends and their gorgeous baby girl at the 4th village providore restaurant which is attached to the wonderful old fashioned market place Mosman has. Go and check it out. Mine and mark's meals which were both really good. Mark got the tasting plate for something different. I got scrambled eggs as usual!

Day 170: Art to complement new living room

Mark and I got a painting from Jimmy Possum today. We really like the different greens in it. We like abstract art. I have a vision to tie all these loungeroom pieces together. Stay tuned!

Day 168: Like new again

I finally got my watch back after being sent away to Longines for polishing. It wasn't cheap - the polishing cost over $300. But look, it's as good as new again! I love the watch, so definitely worth it.

(Unfortunately, I was a little inebriated at my husband's 30th late last year and fell over in the Cross at the end of the night, I fell watch first and had some scratches around the face. But not on the face as only diamonds can scratch that!).

(Lets hope similar doesn't happen at my upcoming 30th! haha).

Day 167: Organic Grape Juice

So Good! Another purchase from the South Coast.

Day 166: Look at my fancy Quince and native lime jam

Lovely jam purchased on my weekend down south. Native limes (which are maroon in colour) are so nice! And quince seems to be all the rage these days.

Day 165: Furniture Shopping

My hubby gave me the OK to get new sofas! YAY! We have been looking for the last few weeks. Today we decided on a nice big modular from freedom in a charcoal custom fabric and an occasional chair with matching cushions in a stripey fabric. I cant wait till they arrive in 4-6 weeks! (And goodbye old blue couches).

Fabric swatches:

Day 162-164: Kiama mini break + Gilroys

Mark and I had a lovely weekend down in Kiama and surrounds. We enjoyed Kiama itself then visited about 5 wineries or so. We also went to Berry for lunch and shopping. On the way home we did the skywalk which had fantastic views. I always feel a bit nervous on such heights. I climbed up the extra high tower as well. On the way down I was taking my time so as to not fall to my death but some young 8 year old yelled out "I cant go any faster cos this lady is slow". I told him that I was slow because I didn't want to fall. Grrr. On one night we dined at the hotel. The next night we dined at the one hatted restaurant 55 On Collins. I'm not sure what they did to earn the one hat, but it wasn't food related. Don't get me wrong the food was fine it just was not 1 hat or even 1/2 a hat standard. The service was slow too and they stuffed up my meal. Oh well, I guess you get that out of the big smoke sometimes...

Very green Kiama

view from our hotel

Food from 1 hatted 55 on Collins



The blow hole


One of the wineries

Skywalk



We then rushed back to Sydney for dinner with Bel & John at Gilroys (famous for the best snitzel in town!!!).

Day 161: Footy Fever

My work has decided to embrace the world cup. We all got allotted teams - I drew Mexico, Cameroon and Slovenia. I dont like my chances. I got given a hat to help me get in the spirit ;)

Day 157: An aubergine sofa?

We have been going everywhere looking for new sofas. We came across a Plush clearance outlet in Crows Nest. Most stuff was really nice and modern but we did come across this tragic looking couch. Mark said it was actually really comfy! Too bad we are after style as well. Most amusing though. If anyone is after a comfy aubergine modular, head to Plush outlet in Crows Nest!

Day 156: SATC2 & a Crepe Soiree

I went and saw SATC2. I cringed with all the abu dhabi stuff (what were they thinking?) but enjoyed the rest for the most part. Certainly glad I went and saw it!

And how to die for is Carrie's apartment??!!

I then went to a Crepe Soiree at Jewelz' place. It was great! Authentic crepes not the crap food court kind. So yum!

Day 154: Networking in Style

Kim got me on the list for a swish networking event. Started off at the MCA and then we jetted off to Fort Denison for yummy canapes and champagne. There was also a to-die-for cheese bar and a lolly bar! Not bad for FREE. haha. Thanks Kim for the invite! :)

Day 152 : Coconut water

Tried this today as well aware of coconut being awesome from time away at Camp Eden (although people keep telling me the opposite.

Anyhoo, it did not taste nice. Unfortunately.

Day 151: End of the wettest May ever

Well in my short term memory anyway.

Day 150: Burnt Orange & Getting my FF on

Today, Mark and I went for brunch at Burnt Orange. It is the latest place to go in Mosman. The harbour foreshore is being opened up more and more. So many nice places to eat at now which use to be 'closed' to the public. Burnt Orange has an interesting history.

I really enjoyed my food, but Mark didn't enjoy his. I think he was unlucky though and we will try again. It was very busy so we had to wait for a table as we didn't book. It seemed like half of Mosman was there. Great views of the harbour can be had (although not clear from my pics). And it has an AMAZING gift shop! Go and check it out.

My food was yum.

Mark didn't rate his eggs benedict.

Isn't it fabulously colonial?



I then got my FF on finally got to filing my 6 months + build up of mail. I hate it when you find something you should have attended to sooner. Must be more up to date with this. Such a satisfying feeling when finished though!

Mark thought I was just making a big mess but I explained I had a system going on.



Oh free movie tickets for being a good customer!

Oh it's expired, I really should open mail sooner. (note if people want me to read something urgently you should email me!).

Day 149: Haircut and Fish

Today I ventured over to Surry Hills for a hair cut. Why did I venture so far? Well curly hair is notorously hard to cut. I was pretty happy with my cut from Orla today, who I had been told is very proficient with curly hair. I left satisfied.

I then had a lovely late lunch at Morh Fish Care. I realy enjoyed it, I had dory with a grape and pinenut dressing. The grapes in particular were very nice.