Friends of Mine

So I've been neglecting the blog a little lately as life's been a bit full on. My recent spate of activity has included a trip to Sydney and a rather spontaneous trip to Melbourne last weekend. These two cities never fail to excite me as I always seem to discover something new. Both trips involved lots of eating (something I seem to be rather good at!), drinking and of course the trips couldn't be complete without a little spot of shopping!. Whilst in Melbourne I was introduced to one of the most amazing cafe's. I was surprised I didn't discover this little gem while living in the city last year!

Friends of Mine is definitely one to try if your in Melbourne. I had a lovely brunch date with two of my good friends Laura and Yasmin as well as Yaz's little sister Sophia. At Friends of Mine your spoilt for choice when it comes to the food! everything on the menu sounds sooo good it's difficult to choose!! I was tossing up between the smashed avocado with thyme buttered mushrooms (which seemed like the popular option as both Yaz and Soph ordered this along with many others sitting nearby) and the banana bread. In the end I decided to go with the sweet option and ordered the banana bread with crushed pistachios, berry compote and maple syrup mascarpone..... I didn't know banana bread could look sooo good!!! It was incredibly scrumptious and satisfying and hit all the right spots!! Laura went for the 'Jack + Jill' which consisted of cheesy bread, poached eggs, bacon, tomato, avocado and other yummy things. I noticed that one could order a berocca which would complement this nicely if you were looking for the perfect hangover breakfast!

Banana Bread

Smashed Avocado with Mushrooms

I loved how the milk was served in a cute little milk bottle and I especially loved the rustic vintage feel of the tea pot!

I loved the buzzing but chilled out vibe of Friends of Mine. The beautiful chandeliers added a touch of glamour amongst the chalkboards and raw brick. The hot chocolate would have to be one of the best I have had in a long time and because the food was so so good I had to go back for round two the next day!!!

AMAZING Hot Chocolate!

Toasted Noisette fruit bread with cinnamon butter and jam......super yum! 

I also loved how the juices came in retro medicine bottles!.....quite creative I thought!

The bill was delivered in cute little felt pouches which I found to be quite unique and couldn't resist taking some pictures!

Next time I'm in Melbourne I will be sure to make a trip to this little treasure (located at 506 swan st richmond) and I would highly recommend you stop by on your next visit. simran xx

Sunday Sprinkles.....

I used to love indulging in a snow freeze icecream covered in sprinkles as a child......much to my mothers dismay, as much of this delightful treat often ended up all over my face and clothes!!!  But brought so much joy to my world!

I'm a big fan of sprinkles. I have fond childhood memories of enjoying french vanilla icecream covered in rainbow sprinkles. This was my all time favourite dessert as a kid.....so simple yet so good!! Sprinkles always make me happy, they're so fun and liven up any sweet treat!! I love it how the simplest things can make you so happy!! Strangely I get excited by rainbow sprinkles......each to their own!!!
Frankly speaking I don't think the world would be the same without rainbow sprinkles! Thankfully the world didn't end yesterday and I can continue to enjoy the sweet sugary morsels for another day at least!! Hope everyone's having a lovely Sunday. simran xx

Project Runway

Reality T.V. shows can start to become a bit of a drag to watch after several seasons of the same old same old ..... but one reality show I continue to be hooked on is project runway. I can't get enough of this show and make sure that I'm home at 9.30 to watch it!!  Season 8 is currently screening in NZ (we're a bit behind on a lot of things here!!) and tonight was the resort wear episode. I loved loved loved Andy's look and was quite surprised when he didn't win the challenge as his look screamed resort wear!! I loved the colour, texture and whole feel of this outfit.

I also really liked Michael D's look. Didn't quite have the same resorty feel as Andy's, however I still really liked it and thought it had an elegant and simplistic feel about it. Hope your having a great thursday :) simran xx

Negative Vibes

 

One thing that really really irritates me is when I'm having a good day like I was today and someone comes along and pops my happiness bubble with the tiny irritating and unwanted utterance that escapes their lips!!!

I feel that sometimes one is better off keeping their mouth SHUT!!! I don't appreciate it when my positive energy is sucked away in one tiny moment and replaced with negative vibes!!! It's amazing how just one stupid comment can so easily wipe away all positivity and ruin your day!!! I know everyone has their off days ....... I'm as guilty as the next person, but sometimes on those off days I think some people should have a quick chamomile tea or go for a run or something to calm down before engaging in conversation with me  ESPECIALLY when I'm having a good day!!! 



some people really need to take this advice and just smile and be happy for once!



 Hope your Wednesday evening was happier than mine!! simran xx

Led Zeppelin vs Gramatik- Stairway to Hip Hop Heaven

For some reason I really like this video clip......not totally sure why? but the music has a really chilled vibe about it which I like. simran xx

Stitch in Time

For a while now I've had a bit of a thing for Vogue magazine and have built up quite a collection over the years. Inge Jacobsen is a UK based artist who seems to share to my love of the magazine and has created stitched versions of the it. I wish I was as creative and could be creative with such simple things as a needle and some thread!!! I have had my share of trouble with needles, thread, sewing machines, sewing teachers, sewing in general really! I am soo useless when it comes to handling needle and thread that I even struggle like really struggle with the simple task of cross stitching ..... I guess it's not really my thing, though after seeing Jacobsen's work I wish it was so I could create such amazing works!! I have however decided to give knitting a go. I would love to knit a beanie or a skarf or a scrumptiously warm knit jumper.....but lets not get too ahead of ourselves!! anyway I think Jacobsen is incredibly talented!! What do you think? simran xx