Brisbane finally has a proper Chinese pastry specialty shop! The Dragon Pastry (龙门酥局) opened today, it’s their first day of business. We queued for two hours, but honestly, no regrets. We bought one of everything to try. The gift box even comes with a small massage hammer. As soon as we got home, we started […]
A Japanese-Style Hot Spring Getaway Near Melbourne
A hidden little Japan is tucked away within a 2-hour drive from Melbourne. For a short two-day, one-night getaway, we chose the hot spring town of Daylesford. We didn’t expect to uncover an amazing Japanese-style hot spring ryokan called Shizuka Ryokan. The moment we arrived, it felt like time travel. The entire property is designed […]
Sleepover party checklist for parents
Ever since our older daughter saw photos of a sleepover birthday party, a tiny wish was planted in her heart. We started planning it together months in advance without much discussion. Although tent setups can be rented, children are getting older and sleepovers happen often during summer and school holidays. After this party, everything can […]
The Best Family Board Games for Family Nights and Playdates
Our seven-year-old has played over 100 board games, and these are truly some of the best low-age-friendly, educational board games out there. UNO UNO is incredibly easy to learn, you can grasp the rules in just three minutes, and the social interaction is unbeatable. It is hands down the number one parent–kid game. Monopoly Deal […]
Visiting the Balloon Story Exhibition
On Sunday we took the kids to check out the Balloon Story exhibition at MCEC. Inside, everything is made from balloons, animals, sea creatures, buildings and all kinds of shapes. We have to say, when you first walk in, it’s actually pretty impressive. It really is all balloons. As soon as you enter, you’ll see […]
Family Day Out at Mind Games Art Alive
Taking advantage of the holidays to make all sorts of plans with the kids. We had previously found this place online Mind Games Art Alive so we quickly booked a visit and went for a spin. Things to do here There are over 60 custom installations, with a total experience time of about 60–150 minutes. […]
Seasonal Fruits in Australia and the Best Months to Eat Them
In Australia, eating fruit really depends on the month. When fruit isn’t in season, it’s often either not sweet or very expensive. Eating at the right time makes a very noticeable difference. Best Fruits to Eat from December to February – Peak Summer This is the best time of year for fruit in Australia. Cherries […]
Westfield Sydney Level 5 Digipark has finally opened
For those of you working in the CBD or shopping around, is it true that every time you go to Westfield, it’s either shopping or eating? Recently, we discovered a hidden gem, Digipark! While wandering around Westfield Sydney, we accidentally went up to the fifth floor and a friend dragged us to see Digipark. The […]
200 Australia Trivia Questions with Answers
Australia has a population of about 26 million people, but more than 70 million sheep. That’s roughly 2.7 sheep for every person! There are so many sheep they could field multiple World Cup teams and still take both the champion and runner-up spots. How many Australian fun facts do you know? We have 200 trivia […]
New Camp-Themed Malaysian Restaurant in Melbourne
What a gem we’ve found! As expected, you’ve got to follow locals to find the best traditional dishes. This hidden gem (Kopilicious) on the second floor serves insanely delicious Malaysian casual dining! The camping-style theme of this restaurant is rare in Melbourne! It’s a newly opened Malaysian restaurant in the city. While the chairs are […]