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Video of the Week: Gossip Girl Bloopers
Everyone knows that Gossip Girl is hot. The Kristen Bell-narrated show has officially filled the teen drama void left by The OC, Dawson’s Creek and, going waaaaay back, 90210. Featuring sexy stars and semi-ridiculous but always entertaining storylines, Gossip Girl is must-see TV for a new generation...
Summertime Sensations
Posted by Leda33 in Cultural, Entertaining, Hot Places, Summer Fashion on December 8, 2009 | No Comments
It’s summer time and the living is easy! After months of rain and chills, throw off your jumper and get ready to welcome in the summer sun! From fashion, shows, recipes and parties we will help you welcome in the summer breeze stress free and with some flare!
Summer Style:
This season it’s...
The Yankee in Us All
Posted by Leda33 in Cooking, Entertaining, Fashion, Featured Articles, Home & Garden, Stories on November 30, 2009 | No Comments
I know we all love to hate ‘les americains.’ They can be obnoxious and downright overbearing, but one thing they can do right is celebrate summer. From backyard barbecues to scrumptious apple pies, Americans know how to be lazy and do it right! So with summer in mind, consider picking up a few of...
A Night at the Oscars: Part III
Posted by Leda33 in Celebrities, Entertaining, Entertainment, Home & Garden, Movies, Quiz, Uncategorized on November 17, 2009 | No Comments
As we all know the Oscars can sometimes drag on. If hosting a party, fill some of that downtime with fun trivia games! Simple, quick and easy, these ideas will get guest to mingle other and get them in the Oscar mood!
Nominations
Hand out sheets of paper with a handful of categories on them. Categories...
How to BBQ the perfect steak
Are you a BBQ fan? Maybe even consider yourself a true master of the art of barbecuing? Are you convinced you know all the tricks to cook the perfect steak? Well, if you are one of those people, you might as well not bother to continue reading. But for those of you, or us I should say, that are not confident...
A Night at the Oscars: Part II
Posted by Leda33 in Celebrities, Entertaining, Entertainment, Home & Garden, Movies, Quiz, Uncategorized on November 10, 2009 | No Comments
An Oscar party will never feel star worthy without some bubbly around. For Hollywood inspired catering, keep things simple and classy by following the mantra: less is more. Your guests will love sipping fun drinks from champagne flutes as the night carries on and a nice array of hors d’oeuvres will...
A Night at the Oscars: Part I
Posted by Leda33 in Celebrities, Entertaining, Entertainment, Friends, Home & Garden, Movies, Relationships on November 3, 2009 | 1 Comment
What’s the Key to throwing the perfect Oscar Party? Knowing the nominations of course! Having a few mates over for a themed cocktail bash wouldn’t be a bad idea either, but being up to date on the latest cinema buzz will make this your Best Oscar’s Bash yet! The 2010 Oscars are a great time to...
Wine and Dine amongst the Stars
Posted by kadi in Celebrities, Cooking, Entertaining, Entertainment, Fashion, Friends, Fun Stuff, Home & Garden, Relationships, Stories, Travel on September 8, 2009 | No Comments
With spring in the air and summer just around the corner, why not treat yourself and friends to some delicacies worthy of celebs? From chic backyard bashes to elegant dinner parties, an A-list party is not out of your reach. With a few simple appetizers, a dress code and a drink or two your friends will...
Cocktails for the Rich and Famous
Posted by Rebecca in Entertaining, Entertainment, Fun Stuff, Home & Garden on September 1, 2009 | No Comments
Jet Setting Starlets. Suave Hollywood Heroes. You. What do they all have in common? None can turn down the appeal of a refreshing cocktail on a hot summer’s evening. With fruit fusions and a few twists on traditional favourites, these summertime cocktail recipes will have you looking and feeling like...
Easy, Breezy Summertime Entertaining
Posted by kadi in Entertaining, Friends, Home & Garden, Relationships on August 29, 2009 | No Comments
Say “so long” to cold winter nights and “hello” to sun-kissed evenings! Summertime is a great time for outdoor gatherings whether they’re casual beach picnics or swanky backyard bashes. Get your friends together for a few fun and festive evenings, and with just a few tricks...
Hosting an Aussie BBQ with a Latino Twist
Posted by Jenine in Cooking, Entertaining, Entertainment, Featured Articles, Fun Stuff, Home & Garden on August 20, 2009 | No Comments
With the weather getting warmer and the days getting longer, it’s approaching that time of year where the weekends are all about getting together with mates and enjoying one of the most Aussie of all traditions – the BBQ. Rather than the stock-standard Aussie BBQ why not go for a BBQ with a South...
Low Fat Spring & Summer Salad Recipes
Posted by Rebecca in Cooking, Entertaining, Entertainment, Home & Garden on August 20, 2009 | No Comments
Winter is still here, but not for long. The days are lengthening and the air is getting warmer. Ingredients for hearty winter meals such as roast vegetables, shepherd’s pie, and lamb stew can be switched for fresh, delicious salad ingredients: lettuce, rocket, avocado, capsicum, baby beets, orange,...
First Date Frenzy
Posted by Jess V. in Advice, Entertaining, Home & Garden, Love & Dating, Relationships on August 13, 2009 | No Comments
Whether you’ve been single for a while, or are recently back on the dating scene, first dates are an art form that many women still cannot master. There seems to be no steadfast rules about what one should say, how they should act and what they should do. However, there are a few tips out there that...
Hosting a Dinner Party in 5 Steps
Posted by Jess V. in Entertaining, Entertainment, Fun Stuff, Home & Garden on August 11, 2009 | 3 Comments
Getting friends together for a simple evening to catch up and enjoy each other’s company can seem a bit stressful sometimes. With everyone’s busy schedules, it may seem the only way to see all your friends at once is by booking everyone in at least a month in advance. If that’s the case for...
Aussie Tradition: Christmas in July
Although the origin of this tradition is somewhat of a mystery, did you know that Christmas in July is believed to have started in our very own Oz? The tradition is believed to have begun with a simple hotel owner in the colder part of Australia. The owner was asked by some tourists to make a traditional...
Outdoor party tips
Summer is approaching with all the outdoor parties and barbecues that involves. I love a good outdoor party. But organising one yourself can be stressful at times. Below is some tips for a good party.
Adhere to the tips from this article on preparing the food – make sure that you know if any guests...
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