It’s way too hard to keep up-to-date with all the celebrity gossip these days. Since I’ve been seduced by the joys of online shopping, I’ve lost an opportunity to read the magazines at the checkout aisles and I have no idea what’s happening apart from the occasional dabble with the Kardashians or the Royal family that I pick up on here at work. I’ve heard little of Olivia Palermo, had no idea who her handsome other half was, but Nedahl Stelio’s story painted a pretty picture of these pretty people whose lives just sound so terribly glamorous. It must be hard work.
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And for a little slice of Canberra, Melinda Houston suggests tuning into The Code (ABC, 8.30pm, tonight). Politics, sex, and power, that’s what our city is all about.
IN THE STILL OF THE NIGHT
What will you find in the Australian National Botanic Gardens at night? Gather your family for a night-time scavenger hunt with treasures and treats to be found. Bring your torch, follow the clues and discover the fascinating plant, insect and animal life in the gardens at night. Be the first to complete the scavenger hunt challenge and take home the coveted 'super-sleuth' prize. Finish your evening enjoying supper and toasting marshmallows over the open-air fire. afterDARK Scavenger Hunt Tours are not suitable for children under five years. October 4, 8, 11 and November 1, 7pm. $26 adults, $21 children and concessions. Bookings essential. anbg.gov.au
SPRING HAS SPRUNG
Plenty still happening at Floriade. We can't wait to catch up with the effervescent Miguel Maestre. Love that Spanish flair. He'll be cooking up a storm in The Kitchen Company Tasting Plate at 2pm and 4pm. floriadeaustralia.com
CULINARY JOURNEY
Sepia is almost too beautiful to take into the kitchen. Internationally renowned chef Martin Benn is one of Australia's most exciting and awarded chefs. His restaurant, Sepia, was recently named as 'Restaurant of the Year' in the Good Food Guide 2014, once again earning three prestigious chef's hats. Sepia, the book, takes the reader on a culinary journey through 60 of Martin's exhilarating dishes. Based around four degustation menus, it highlights the technical mastery and sheer beauty of his food, its deep connections to Japanese cuisine and flavours, and focus on texture and contrast. (Murdoch Books, $75.)
JUST MY CUP OF TEA
Black, white with one? Who can remember tea orders when you're sent on the tearoom run. That's why we love Supercaliprintfantastic's "What's Your Order" mugs, fully personalised with your drink preference. The perfect practical gift. supercaliprintfantastic.com $32.50 through hardtofind.com.au
COPS AND RUNNERS
Officially feeling old. Has it really been 30 years since Beverly Hills Cop was released and 20 years since Forrest Gump ran into our lives? Yes, it has. Life is like a box of chocolates. Courtesy of Paramount Film we have a blue-ray version of each to give away. Email relax@canberratimes.com.au and tell us why you like the film.
SITTING PRETTY
If this cushion doesn't brighten your day we don't know what would. Tropical flamingo photoprint cushion from Annabel Trends. $24.95. annabeltrends.com
