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“While I was in Brisbane shooting for this issue, I couldn’t help myself when I saw these beautiful handmade stoneware vessels by Brisbane ceramicist Anna Markey. It began with one piece, and ended with six plus an extra 8kg to my check in luggage. Prices begin at A$36, available from The Modern Furniture Store at 161A Arthur St, Fortitude Valley.” — Babiche Martens, photographer
FASHION & BEAUTY
9 Preened in Paradise Escape to the One Wybelenna Spa 11 The Big Time A cool array of oversized and voluminous separates showcased on the streets of Brisbane 18 A James St Afternoon Discover this stylish shopping mecca 20 Never-Ending Summer Australian beauty infusions for hair and skin 23 Those in the Know Emirates cabin crew share their Brisbane highlights
FOOD & DRINK
25 Meet Your Maker The smallest bar with the biggest punch 26 Local Flavours The hot spots everyone’s talking about 28 Make It Easy Tasty recipes with a holiday vibe 30 The Dish Book it, eat it, buy it
AT HOME
31 Treasure Trove The Paddington Antique Centre is a collector’s delight 32 Humble Beginnings A traditional worker’s cottage is transformed 33 Good Looking Top galleries and design stores 34 Outside the Square Two Brisbane hotels that stand out from the crowd
FROM THE EDITOR
Scraping ice off the windscreen this morning, this week’s special Brisbane issue is timely. Blessed with a tropical climate the best time to visit is in autumn, winter or spring, the deep summer can be humid and still. It’s a city that conjures up many stereotypes. Some know it as a gateway to the Gold Coast, rather than for having a personality of its own. We found, however, a city of contrasting suburbs, from the bohemian outer suburb of the West End where live music thrives, to the affluent shopping James St enclave in Fortitude Valley to the artsy Brunswick St area in New Farm. A city with world-class cultural institutions, a blossoming restaurant and bar scene, with its fair share of hipsters and turmeric lattes. We found a city that has come into its own.
Amanda Linnell, managing editor The Viva team travelled courtesy of Tourism and Events Queensland, Brisbane Marketing (Visitbrisbane.com.au) and Emirates (Emirates.com/nz). Emirates flies daily from Auckland to Brisbane operating a double-decker Airbus A380.
ON THE COVER: Sapphire wears a Kate Sylvester skivvy $249. Gosha Rubchinsky x Sergio Tacchini T-shirt, $135, from Fabric. Karen Walker pants $595. R.M. Williams belt $420. 9ct gold earrings, $185, from Walker & Hall. Photographer / Babiche Martens. Fashion editor / Dan Ahwa. Model / Sapphire de Goede from Dallys Models. Hair and makeup / Zoe Tranter.
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WHO? Queensland creative
and former lawyer Helen Bayley launched her brand Lovestar in 2013, and has become known for her bold and beautiful hand-poured acrylic vases in the shape of a heart — beloved on Instagram. WHAT? Each vase is handmade by Helen and her husband in their Brisbane studio, with current designs including translucent in clear, pink or green, multi-coloured confetti, and a sparkly heart featuring thousands of holographic stars. Plastic hearts not your vibe? She also has acrylic vases in the shape of 95-year-old style icon Iris Apfel’s head. WHERE? Available to buy online from about $95, visit Lovestar.com.au
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It may not be in Brisbane, but the Love is . . . Australian Wedding Fashion exhibition is worth a visit for a taste of Aussie bridal style. Recently opened at Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum, it showcases more than 50 wedding outfits from nearly 200 years of Australian weddings — including the country’s first surviving wedding dress from 1822 and gold-rush fashion. Modern gowns from Australian designers and celebrities are also on display, including Nicole Kidman’s Balenciaga gown, Kate Waterhouse’s Vera Wang dresses, model Bambi NorthwoodBlyth’s Roberto Cavalli and Collette Dinnigan’s self-designed dress. • Love Is . . . Australian Wedding Fashion, Powerhouse Museum, Sydney, until April 22, 2018.
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Stretched out on a daybed, overlooking the Australian bush and a deep emerald-green swimming pool, it’s not hard to imagine spending an entire day here, even if it’s just to watch the kookaburras fly back and forth. One Wybelenna Spa is set in an exquisite green landscape and the building blends seamlessly with the outdoors. The spa is all cedar and stone, and deep doorstep terraces are dotted with peacock chairs and daybeds. Ginger and lemongrass tea appears on a tray and the air in the green leafy Brisbane suburb of Brookfield smells sweet and clean. We try the Hahana hot-stone massage, a glorious 90-minute treatment that involves warm oil applied to the skin and heated basalt stones placed on pressure points. The heat released from the stones provides relief to tense muscles and the cadence of the massage puts you in a hypnotic state. The ultimate treatment for relaxation and stress relief and best followed up with a long nap. This luxurious day spa is often busy, so book in advance.
— Ginny Fisher • One Wybelenna Spa, 1 Wybelenna St, Brookfield. Visit Onewybelenna.com
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FASHION
THE BIG
TIME Brisbanite Sapphire de Goede takes on the sprawling vistas of the city she calls home, pounding the pavements in a cool array of oversized and voluminous separates Photographer: Babiche Martens Fashion editor: Dan Ahwa
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GIRL ABOUT TOWN
Overlooking the glistening Brisbane River and the Wheel of Brisbane, Sapphire takes a moment to take in a breathtaking sunset. Kate Sylvester skivvy $249. Gosha Rubchinsky x Sergio Tacchini T-shirt, $135, from Fabric. Karen Walker pants $595. R.M. Williams belt $420. 9ct gold hoop earrings, $185, from Walker & Hall (worn throughout).
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CITY LIMITS
Standing on the overpass at the Gallery of Modern Art, Sapphire’s all-black outfit is illuminated by a golden hue washing the city skyline in the background. Nom*D jumper $365. Gestuz leather pants $1199. Saint Laurent bandana, about $435, from Net-a-Porter.com. Meadowlark charm necklace from $149.
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PUMP UP THE VOLUME
Expressing her creative spirit, Sapphire makes a pit-stop to the iconic Brisbane Powerhouse, Queensland’s home for contemporary culture and the arts. With more than 1250 performances and events annually, the space features year-round events across music, comedy, dance, film, visual arts, cabaret, circus and theatre. Zambesi top $655. Gregory skirt $389. Jonathan Aston tights, $23, from Farmers. Mi Piaci boots $330. Hills Hats felt bowler hat $165.
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Karen Walker double-breasted jacket, $750, and pants $435.
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H&M Conscious Exclusive blazer $129. Gregory pants $349. R.M. Williams boots, $595, and belt $420. Scala hat, $110, from Leo O’Malley. Model / Sapphire de Goede from Dallys Models. Hair and makeup / Zoe Tranter. The Viva team travelled courtesy of Tourism and Events Queensland, Brisbane Marketing (Visitbrisbane.com.au) and Emirates (Emirates.com/nz). Emirates flies daily from Auckland to Brisbane operating a double-decker Airbus A380. STOCKISTS: Fabric (09) 366 45 28, Farmers (09) 950 8340, Gestuz.com, H&M 0800 406 700, Karen Walker (09) 309 6299, Kate Sylvester (09) 307 3282, Leo O’Malley (09) 377 4191, Nomdstore.com, R.M. Williams (09) 300 6304, Meadowlark.co.nz, Mipiaci.co.nz, Net-a-Porter.com, Smith & Caughey’s (09) 377 4770, Walker & Hall (09) 379 9531, Zambesi (09) 303 1701.
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LIVE LIKE A LOCAL
My Kind of Town
Fashion designer Gail Sorronda and jewellery boutique owner Jessy Cameron share what it’s like to live in Brisbane
My favourite coffee shop is Jamie’s Espresso. Jamie opened his business 15 years ago as a hole-in-the-wall coffee nook, and he’s watched the neighbourhood go from an industrial area to the glossy precinct it is today. For lunch I usually grab something on the run from nearby Botanica and Nodo. I love to visit opshops and regularly head to La Trove Tce in Paddington, which is great for vintage clothing finds and curious wares. My weekends usually begin with a sleep in, but I make up for my slow mornings with exploring later in the day. Goma is always a delight but my favourite hidden nook is the new design section in the State Library
of Queensland; there’s an entire section dedicated to rare magazines and books about art, fashion and architecture collected from all over the world (there’s even a stack of handmade zines from Portugal and Brooklyn). Lately I’ve been attending ceramics classes at The Ceramic House in Newstead, a light and airy pottery studio owned by my friends Charlie and Mieke. I love Brisbane’s creative community — there’s an insatiable undercurrent of enthusiasm. We’re genuinely excited about new businesses and people are inspired to connect and collaborate. My night out usually starts midafternoon with a glass of rosé in the sunshine on the balcony at The Powerhouse. If we’re not staying to watch a play or a gig, we’ll head to The Triffid in Newstead to see a band.
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JESSY CAMERON
Jessy Cameron (below) is the owner of the jewellery store Molten on stylish James St — just a 15-minute stroll from her home. Jessy’s days are filled with managing her team and business and creating new product. She lives in an apartment she describes as a “mini museum showcasing all of the otherworldly and wonderful things I’ve found in opshops and flea markets here and abroad”. Jessy finishes her day by doing yoga at home or running along the Riverwalk, and when the weather is balmy “we’ll grab some takeaway Indian or Japanese food and head to the cliff for a picnic under the stars”.
If I’m catching up with guests from out of town, I’ll make a booking for
dinner at The Survey Co in Burnett Lane. It’s a cosy establishment, the kind of place where a sense of time becomes irrelevant. The fit-out was done by the architects who have designed many buildings on James St, so it has a similar elegant feel. The warm weather in Brisbane fosters a sense of optimism that is hard to escape. Brisbane is such a joyful, welcoming city. It also has a youthful, enthusiastic quality, and living here makes you feel as though you are being written into history somehow.
GAIL SORRONDA
Fashion designer Gail Sorronda (above) is renowned for creating clothes she describes as being “inspired by dark romanticism and duality while still honouring the flow”. She graduated from the Queensland University of Technology in 2004 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in fashion design, and went on to show at Australian Fashion Week — her graduate collection won the Mercedes-Benz Start-Up Award. Gail’s Brisbane boutique reflects her label’s uniqueness. “I hope when people visit they enjoy the portal,” she says somewhat mystically. “The designs are born from a feeling and that is the most natural for me. I do have key customers who interpret the brand in a way which is an exchange of energy that also inspires my design process. “Fashion is more trans-seasonal in Brisbane, the brand tends to introduce layering options for the cooler seasons for versatility.” Gail lives with her husband and baby daughter Juniper in an apartment in a Victorian-era building in Hamilton — an old bourgeois part of inner-city Brisbane. “Our neighbours in the building are also creatives. We are lucky to have river and city views. The neighbourhood is safe, manicured hedges with lots of character-behindthe-gates type of vibe.”
We like to meet up with friends at
our local cafe, Vieille Branche, for a French-farmhouse-inspired lunch. We often pick up cheese and saucisson from Emile & Solange, next door to the cafe, to enjoy while watching the sunset over Brisbane River and city at home. Artie & Mai restaurant in Albion is another one of our locals.
On the weekends we love going to the beach. My favourites are Moffat Beach
on the Sunshine Coast or Rainbow Bay on the Gold Coast.
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There is a great live music scene in Brisbane. The venues in West End, such as The Bearded Lady, are my favourite for underground local bands. But we also like going to theatre and ballet at Qpac on date nights.
When we have out-of-town visitors
We often take them to Goma as it is such a great gallery. The Institute of Modern Art is another good gallery to visit. You can experience some of the local culture at the Powerhouse and New Farm Park along the river, and the James St precinct (where our shop is located) is also a must for any visitor. It’s a green, curated shopping experience, embracing the outdoors with some of the best restaurants and shops in Queensland. The best place for coffee is Street Lab Specialty Coffee at Emporium. I like supporting smaller independent business. When we eat out Julius Pizzeria in South Brisbane is a favourite restaurant we go to after we’ve been to Qpac. There is a tiny intimate bar next door that serves great cocktails, too. Gerard’s Bistro and Bar on James St is a great local family-owned business. For an afterwork drink we’ll go to Gerard’s Bar for its chic ambience for a red wine or an espresso martini.
Brisbane is young city that is progressive and growing. It is a city
that also unfolds with time. On the surface we have the beautiful river, the life force of the city, and from there the tendrils of the community and the subcultures come to life. It’s often considered the more down-to-earth and laid-back of the Australian cities. We embrace the outdoors with our cafe culture and shopping, which I think is an unique experience. My favourite season here is autumn for its mild days and cool nights. Queensland’s quality of light is very beautiful.
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SHOPPING
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1. AJE
This leafy Brisbane street has it covered for fashionistas and accessory hunters, discovers Ginny Fisher
This Australian label was founded in 2007 in Noosa by longtime friends Eddi Robinson and Adrian Norris. The store now has 10 boutiques across Australia and has a strong celebrity following, including the likes of Madonna, Kate Moss and Jess Hart. A distinctly feminine label with a jagged edge. The selection of leather skirts included butter-soft wrap skirts in black and tan, as well as retro skirts with high waists in blush, tan and black. A stunning collection of silky shirts and mohair sweaters, along with a feminine array of dreamy silk floral print dresses. The store fit-out has a modern luxe feel with polished floors, a solid marble counter, copper piping and
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oversized hessian shades. Charming staff and beautifully made clothes. Well worth a look, if not for the leather skirts, then for the interior.
10A/23 James St, Fortitude Valley, visit A-j-e.com.au
2. MOLTEN STORE
A glittering boutique laden with crystals and jewellery referencing the stars, the moon and flowers. For boho-trinket seekers or gypsy brides, there’s a dainty necklace or otherworldly headpiece for any occasion. We fell for the delicate 14ct gold chain bracelets with a crescent moon embossed with tiny zirconia crystals. Other finds include the constellation necklaces, featuring a smattering of cubic zirconia crystals in the shape of a constellation that falls delicately on the collarbone All these pieces are made by hand and designed by local store owner Jessie Cameron (see page 16). What’s refreshing is the prices won’t break the bank so you can afford to start layering.
Shop 1, 49 James St, New Farm, visit Moltenstore.com
3. CALEXICO
You may want to enter this place armed with more than a few wads of cash up your sleeve. An incredible array of designer labels from France, the US and beyond. An extensive collection of Etoile Isabel Marant, including her new-season embellished leather jackets. Gorgeous silk shirts and camis from French labels Equipment and L’Agency, feminine dresses by boho designer of the moment Ulla Johnson, swoon-worthy suede booties from Rag and Bone and the usual array of cool girl footwear from Isabel Marant. Star pieces included a charcoal pair of leather pants by J Brand, soft, well cut and pricey at about $1500.
Shop 7/46 James St, Fortitude Valley, visit Calexico.com.au
4. ST. BARTS
Bringing together homewares from around the globe, St. Barts is a great spot to get lost in while you pick up something new to freshen your living space. Think Moroccan rugs, black onyx marble platters and salad servers made from seashells.
31 James St, Fortitude Valley, visit St-barts.com.au
5. SAMANTHA OGILVIE
Another gem hidden on Centro, just off James St. This classy-looking boutique with
herringbone floors and an elegant fit-out, features a carefully curated collection for the grown-up fashionistas. You’ll find an excellent array of accessories out of Paris and New York — Isabel Marant’s French partner Jerome Dreyfuss’ handbags are practical, luxurious and modern. Sigerson Morrison shoes out of New York are edgy, but still last the distance with elegant shapes and good-quality leather. Also from New York, Tibi channels an international aesthetic, with colourful palettes and playful prints. Other labels include LA-based denim brand Frame, known for flattering shapes and consciously sourced denim. Vietnamese designer Chan Luu’s casual jewellery includes wrap bracelets and boho neck pieces feature semi-precious stones, silk and gold vermeil.
Shop 10, 19 James St, Fortitude Valley, visit Samanthaogilvie.com
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6. LEE MATHEWS
This Sydney designer is a master of reworking the vintage aesthetic into garments that are modern and fresh. Lee Mathews is known for clothing that is timeless and cut from top-quality silks and linen. Star pieces on the rack this winter include the Hugo cashmere coat with a boxy cocoon-like silhouette and raglan sleeves, the Avery silk dress is a floaty, floor-length, silkprinted maxi featuring delicate ruffles at the neckline and buttons and ties at the back. Invest in one of Lee Mathews pieces and you’ll have it for years — understated, classy and wearable.
16/65 James St, Fortitude Valley, visit Leemathews.com.au
7. ZOMP
Any old Zomper knows how well the team at this institution of a shoe store chooses the stock. Leather sandals, boots and pumps from all over the globe — Italy, Spain, Australia and New Zealand brands are all represented. The common thread here, however, is a taste for good design and quality. Sale time is the best time to visit this store, we found a pair of Italian sandals reduced from $200 to $60. The months of February, April and October and November spell heavily discounted, quality kicks. We liked the look of a pair of Jeffrey Campbell boots in an appealing mesh leather and a pair of organic-looking booties from Italy in soft distressed leather.
38 James St, Fortitude Valley, visit Zomp.com.au
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BEAUTY
NEVER-ENDING
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Stay shining year round, by treating your skin and hair to an Australian infusion
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awpaw lip balm may be Australia’s most recommended beauty export, but it’s far from being the only thing worth bringing home. From simple items to more sophisticated choices, what Australia does best beauty-wise is easy and effective products that are in tune with our own active, outdoor lifestyle. This ranges from advanced natural skincare from the likes of Jurlique, Grown and Aesop, to makeup that speaks to a fresh-faced luminous look (try Becca and Nude by Nature) and innovates (Inika and Modelco), to clever cosmeceuticals (Aspect Dr, Ultraceuticals) and superior suncare (from Invisible Zinc to Le Tan) that help deal with the strong sun Down Under. With so much to choose from, we’ve focused in for our product picks on holiday-
— Janetta Mackay
These clever single use pads gently wipe away facial grime and dead skin cells, for a fast turnaround to a fresh face. They’re also so easy to pack. Visit Gotoskincare.com
2. Sukin Ultra Hydrating Body Oil $28.99
Sukin is a great “no nasties” skincare buy, priced for everyday use. This pick offers intense hydration from plant oils and can also be used for massage or in the bath. From Farmers and selected pharmacies and health stores.
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Frank’s original pack of coffee scrub has been a hit from day one, now it has been infused with glow dust for added attraction. Visit Meccabeauty.co.nz
4. Kevin Murphy Hair Resort Spray $49
Australia is home to a number of innovative hair brands, of which stylist Kevin Murphy’s is best known internationally and notable for its use of Australian botanicals. This nonaerosol spray gives “day at the beach hair” in a weightless way. (Other hair brands of note are O&M and Eleven.) Salon stockists ph 0800 273 966.
5. Aesop Sun Care Body Duet $83
This body lotion and body gel duo will have your skin bathed and balmed to look its silkiest. If you’re in Brisbane, check out Aesop’s striking James St store interior. In Auckland, the brand is available from its Osborne St, Newmarket store.
friendly items to have your body, face and hair prepped for a winter escape to Queensland’s warmer shores. Step out looking your Aussie beach-babe best.
1. Go To Exfoliating Swipeys $51
3. Frank Body Limited Edition Shimmer Scrub $24
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6. Grown Alchemist Purifying Body Exfoliant $39
The uplifting fragrance will do to your mood what the botanical and pearl bioactives will do to your body, leaving it clean, calm and ready to soak up some moisturiser or self-tan. From Superette stores, visit Grownalchemist.com
7. De Lorenzo The Ends $26.90
This standout product from another Australian hair company contains bilberry extract. This helps smooth flyaway ends, or seal them if sun or heat-tool damage has started to cause splits in the shaft. Salon stockists ph (07) 847 8350.
ADVANCE AUSTRALIA FAIR
Four things our Australian cousins do rather well that we recommend you check out when across the Tasman
Aesop’s James St store, Brisbane. Picture / Supplied
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CELEBRITY BEAUTY From Miranda Kerr’s Kora natural skincare range launched in 2011 to Lara Worthington’s The Base tanning and face and body products, Australian models aren’t backward at coming forward in marketing their assets. Former Miss Universe Jennifer Hawkins focuses on the body beautiful with her JBronze range and these days, Elle Macpherson looks from the outside in, with her The Super Elixir, a supplement of greens you can add to your daily smoothie. Jess Hart makes Luma, a natural cosmetics range for a luminous look and singer Natalie Imbruglia’s Iluka skincare uses all-natural Australian ingredients. INDIGENOUS EXTRACTS Expect to hear more about kakadu plum, lilly pilly, bilberries, lemon myrtle and other Australian botanical ingredients finding favour with skincare makers. The diverse Australian landscape, ranging from coastal to rainforest and arid outback is home to hardy plants with special properties. Not to mention kanuka, whose similarities with manuka mean New
Zealand is far from being the only nation looking to a liquid gold rush. SPA INDULGENCE Retreats are big business and the Gold Coast is home to a number including, in its hinterland, the renowned Gwinganna Health Retreat. If you can’t afford the time — or the money — for the full immersion experience, then a dayspa visit is a good holiday option. There’s plenty to choose from, including Endota, which takes its name from an indigenous word for “beautiful” and has branches in Brisbane and the Gold Coast. SHOPPING CHOICE From a big variety of international brands at Sephora and Mecca, a wide department store offering in David Jones and Myer, to bagging a bargain in price-competitive pharmacy chains Priceline and the Chemist Warehouse and variety stores, forgetting to pack something in your holiday toilet bag is no big deal in this market. Rather, it makes for a good chance to shop about and stock up. As with any destination, we reckon trying local is the best bet.
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MAKING THE CUT A love of sport and a love of fashion don’t need to be mutually exclusive, says the head of a modern Down Under suiting brand Suits aren’t what they used to be. And that’s a good thing, according to Matt Jensen, founder of Australian menswear label M.J. Bale. Gone are the heavily padded shoulders and pants cut loose to accommodate movement. Instead, there’s a move towards what Jensen calls the “deconstructed shoulder”, a stripped-back, more mobile profile, and pants that are increasingly streamlined thanks to new techniques in weaving that create a “natural stretch”. It’s all to do with the fact that we love our sport. “Aussie and Kiwi builds are reasonably athletic and that’s a bit different to some other cultures,” Jensen explains. “In Europe, people don’t go to the gym as much as guys down here do. That athleticism and
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that need for functional movement, that’s the driver of the structure in our suits.” Jensen himself (the ‘M.J.’ in M.J. Bale) is pretty much the embodiment of the modern Southern Man. Raised on a family sheep farm in Yass, NSW, he moved to Sydney for university, then took off to London for his OE, where he worked in financial services by day and played rugby at the weekend. His passion for good clothes — from a sharp suit, to stylish post-game kit — evolved into a desire to combine his business nous with his background in wool-growing, so eventually he returned home to start his own menswear business. Today, just eight years after its launch, M.J. Bale has 50 outlets across Australia and
New Zealand. Despite our long-standing cross-Tasman sporting rivalry, Jensen doesn’t think there’s much difference between us when it comes to fashion. “Culturally, New Zealand and Australia are not far removed from each other,” he says. “When I lived in the UK, all the Aussies and Kiwis mingled together in a sea of Brits. There are points of difference between us, however, there’s a lot of commonality, too.” And while Kiwi men may not be racing to embrace the light-coloured suits favoured by dapper Queensland gents, they’re less conservative than they used to be. Flamboyant patterns, like those favoured by New York menswear designer Thom Browne (who Jensen has consulted for) might still be a step too far, but the M.J. Bale suit collection offers gentle encouragement away from the ever-popular black, with fine plaid patterning and a range of appealing blue and grey tones on offer. The collision of streetwear and tailoring, along with the development of tech-driven tailoring, such as waterproof wool and bonded fabrics, is creating an exciting new landscape in menswear, says Jensen. “The suit is still really important, but what is interesting is the use of technology through different fabrics and fibres coming into the tailoring space. I think it’s great for the customer, as they can wear great, functional clothing that also has a good aesthetic to it.” He names Nike and Adidas as sportswear brands that are moving up into the tailoring space, providing impetus for tailoring brands to respond by integrating sportswear functionality into their designs. “We have a couple of suits in our line that are 100 per cent wool, and they have an engineered stretch woven into the cloth that enhances the movement. That’s been really popular,” he says. M.J. Bale tuxedos, in particular, are designed for freedom of movement, because, as Jensen puts it, “Every time you go to a tuxedo event, you should be having a dance at the end!” Construction is only half the story of a great suit, however, with the quality of the fabric and weaving being just as important. Jensen is passionate about supporting artisan woolgrowers, sourcing superfine Merino wool from New Zealand and Australia, which is woven in Italy, and in the case of the brand’s toptier Collection suits, finished in Japan by a “sartorial samurai” based in Iwate Prefecture. Recently, the company formed a partnership with a farm in Tasmania, to create their first collection of suits with a single-source origin. The Kingston Collection features 16.2 micron wool sourced exclusively from the fourth-generation Kingston station. “Wool, like coffee or certain wines is mostly blended, which is why we’re interested in the single-source product,” Jensen explains. “You have different characteristics at different micron levels. Wool from Tasmania differs compared to New England, or compared to Canterbury. They’re all suited for different purposes — one might be better for fine suiting, another one would be better for a more robust jacket.” It’s an arrangement that works for both grower and label — M.J. Bale secures a source for a high-quality raw natural fibre, the farm gains a secure client, and a percentage of the sale of every suit is returned to the farm to be reinvested into protecting the station’s natural biodiversity. All this attention to detail doesn’t mean that the suits are out of reach price-wise. M.J. Bale’s key customer is a “25-year-old university graduate, starting out in what’s probably a professional job — a guy who likes clothing and dressing up.” Starting at around $469 for a jacket and $229 for a trouser, the options work their way up into the mid-$1600s for a full Collection suit. “We also have a lot of older clients, who care about what they wear and spend a bit of time travelling. We have an internal phrase where we’re building products of integrity for men of character. It’s about providing a wardrobe solution for guys, and using great natural fibres and raw materials to do that.” If anything proves the brand’s ability to cater successfully to a wide spectrum of clients, it’s the fact that they’re the official suitmaker to the Auckland Blues. “You do cover the cross-section of the community of build in a rugby team — the tall guys, the more muscular, physical guys, the athletic guys in the back,” says Jensen. “If we can fit rugby teams, we can probably fit most people.” • M.J. Bale has stores on Shortland St, Auckland CBD, and in Westfield Shopping Centre, Newmarket.
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Richard Livingston
Emirates purser Richard Livingston lived in Brisbane for six year before joining the airline 11 years ago. “I am lucky enough to visit every couple of months to catch up with friends and reconnect with the city,” he says.
Prior to joining Emirates I was a chef so I am always
eager to visit the new cafes and restaurants constantly popping up around the city. Vue Lounge on Merthyr Rd in New Farm is always a good choice, mixing traditional Italian with modern Australian cuisine. Another favourite is Watt at the Brisbane Powerhouse which overlooks the river. This iconic establishment has been a part of Brisbane’s dining scene for years. When I’m in Brisbane I like to start each day with a run. There are many great options such as along the Kangaroo Point Cliffs or on the river boardwalk that surrounds the city. If time permits, it’s great to finish off with a swim at South Bank, which is a 10-minute walk from the CBD. If you’re a first-time visitor I’d highly recommend the CityCat ferries which circle the city every 10-15 minutes. You can start in town and work your way around to New Farm, where you’ll find multiple cafes
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and shops. Head there early on a Sunday morning and walk through the farmers’ markets, then finish with breakfast and a coffee at one of the Powerhouse cafes. Equally good is a stroll over to South Bank, where there are art stores and a wide variety of eateries. The James St Market is in a hip area of Brisbane and is a collaboration of stores all under one roof. Among them are a fresh fish market (complete with a sushi chef who makes to order), a well-stocked deli, icecreamery, florist, and an upmarket homewares store. I always tell passengers a trip to Fortitude Valley has something for everyone, whether it’s food, fashion or culture.
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West Auckland-born cabin crew member Chandee Thorburn has worked for Emirates for five years and visited Brisbane 18 times.
I love to walk around the city and get some fresh air.
The CBD has great energy; it’s usually busy but not so much that it feels overcrowded. I love the street performers and live music. Every time I’ve been in Brisbane the weather has ben just beautiful. Usually
we land quite early in the morning so I like to go grab breakfast at a cafe and sit in the sun. I try to exercise on my layovers as it’s very important to me and I find it helps with the jetlag. If it’s a nice day I’ll definitely go for a run (in Brisbane it’s really beautiful to run along the riverside). As for swimming, I usually just go for the hotel pool. Queen St Mall is definitely the place to shop in Brisbane. I personally enjoy Asian cuisines so my favourite places are the Japanese ramen and sushi bars. There are a lot of them tucked away in the central city. If you like animals I recommend visiting the koala sanctuary, otherwise take a trip to the Gold Coast beaches and theme parks. Always wear sunscreen because the sun can be really strong there. “Streets Beach” is a manmade beach in South bank that is worth checking out, especially if you are travelling with children. You can also take a ride on the nearby Wheel of Brisbane. Travelling is what you make of it. Always do your research first and have an open mind.
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Maker is a minuscule, moody cocktail bar in Fish Lane that also serves up delicious torch-blown morsels. Maker pays homage to spirit and wine makers and this tiny bar, which only seats about eight, provides a cosy viewing platform to be mesmerised by two talented bartenders creating liquid art with homemade syrups and local ingredients. Try tequila with artichoke, watermelon and pomegranate or the whisky wax coffee — a concoction of whisky, coffee, beeswax, pollen and macadamia oil, served with tiny skewers of beeswax and a side of crumbled black garlic bread and honeycomb — a taste sensation for $22. Seasonal house cocktails contain ingredients such as wattle seed and fig. If the cocktails don’t catch your attention the brass bar will, it’s made more striking by the charcoal-coloured wood panelling and soft lighting that transforms the weary to lively. But then, one of these drinks will do that too.
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NAIM In the inner-city suburb of Paddington, seek out this brilliant breakfast spot house in an old Queenslander cottage overlooking the green valley beyond. Naim translates as “pleasantness” or “comfort” in Hebrew, and “joy” in Arabic, and lovely it is — a familiar, comfortable cafe with a homey interior and truly delicious Middle Eastern-inspired food and excellent coffee. For breakfast, this place can’t be beat. The Tunisian-style eggs baked in spiced spinach and shallots come with an avocado sour cream. The nutmeg-spiced banana smoothie is spicy and sweet and the rice pudding with rosewater, apple, raspberry coulis and flaked coconut granola is a pleasant breakfast surprise. This cafe has been so popular, another one has popped up on the South Bank, so wherever you are in the city, a nip into Naim is possible and highly recommended.
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Brisbane is a mecca of good food, finds Ginny 4 Collingwood St, Paddington, Fisher. When visit Naimrestaurant.com.au it comes to LONGTIME eating out, It doesn’t take long for the taste buds to be at Longtime, Chinatown’s cheekily here are the enlivened named Asian fusion joint. The warehouse-style, hot spots brick-walled space is bustling and inviting, with aromatic smells and the sound of furiously everyone’s fizzing frying pans. A seat at the bar is the talking about best place to observe the chefs and prep staff
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pump out plates of soft-shell crab on Asian slaw and delectable Vietnamese larb jammed full of succulent chicken and mint. There are plenty of generous noodle and curry dishes on the menu too — the coconut and turmeric curry with lobster, Asian celery and crispy lime leaf looks particularly tasty. The wine list is extensive and the Asian-inspired cocktails are sweet, sour and tasty. The Siam Sour with whiskey, lychee, peach and orange syrup comes in a tall silver
goblet; while the more delicate cucumberinfused gin with lemon, peppermint and Thai basil hits the spot for parched city walkers. Don’t miss the lemongrass and lime sorbet for a touch of sweet to wind up a night of tart and spicy.
610 Ann St, Fortitude Valley, visit Longtime.com.au
THE WILD CANARY
It’s hard to focus on the food at the Wild Canary thanks to its lush garden setting. Eating is a bonus at this heavenly spot in the rural satellite suburb of Brookfield, a short 15-minute drive from central Brisbane. To get to the bistro, park in the lot of the vast Brookfield Garden Centre, an experience in itself — this award-winning garden centre is well worth a look. When it comes to the food, it’s no surprise the produce is locally sourced and seasonal, with many of the herbs grown on site. Grilled barramundi with mint mayonnaise, grilled corn, baby tomatoes and fresh greens looked like a work of art, all green splatters and red dollops of tomatoes, while another standout dish is the lemon myrtle cured salmon with peach radish, green beans and parsley. Come with a friend and spend the afternoon taking in the sounds of ladies lunching and birds chirping.
2371 Moggill Rd, Brookfield, visit Wildcanary.com.au The Wild Canary
raised open kitchen that sits like a stage above the restaurant diners, and the rows and rows of Aperol bottles that adorn the bar shelves, giving off an orange glow.
77 Grey St, Cnr Fish Lane, South Brisbane, visit Juliuspizzeria.com.au
GERARD’S BISTRO
Tucked away in a quaint, shaded lane off the main shopping mecca of James St, you’ll find a bistro serving up flavours more commonly found in a Middle Eastern bazaar. The menu is inspired by Lebanese and Middle Eastern cuisine but still contains a hint of Australia and certainly more than a hint of quirk. Named Chef of the Year 2017 by Brisbane’s Good Food Guide, Ben Williamson, who lived and worked in Bahrain for five years before returning to Australia, has pushed the boundaries with a fresh take on Middle Eastern cooking. The kangaroo tartare served on a bulgur cracker was lean and tasty — it could have passed for beef, but the addition of a purple-hued scampi caviar and black mushroom gave a good dollop of saltiness. Underneath the kangaroo was a concoction of coal-infused hummus which was smoky and creamy. Other highlights included the chicken wings sauteed in a yoghurt and rose-infused sauce — spicy, sweet and smoky. Waitstaff recommend ordering many dishes to share, and most are a decent size, so a party of two may only need four. Drinks-wise there are a number of devilish options, try the harissa-infused margarita, made with smoky Del Maguey Vida, house-made harissa, lime juice and agave. The wine list would take you all evening to get through. Tasteful modern interiors, but best eat outside to enjoy the balmy temperature.
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All sorts of wonders emerge from the blacktiled wood-fired pizza oven — “Julius” — that commands centre-stage at this legit downtown pizzeria: think the Siciliana (tomato, mozzarella, bocconcini, anchovies, capers, olives and oregano) or the “Caprino” (tomato, mozzarella, goat’s cheese, pancetta and roasted red onion). But the menu delights don’t stop there: Calamarata ai Fiori di Zucca is short circular pasta with zucchini flowers, zucchini, baby spinach, garlic and pecorino pepato, while Tortino di Cioccolato is chocolate pudding with marscapone and red wine-poached pears. Nice additions to the brick-walled and exposedbeams that dominate the interior include the
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Stepping into the cosy sanctuary that is Madame Rouge evokes thoughts of early 20thcentury Paris. Its dark space is highlighted with luxuriant red velvet curtains and chandeliers, and dripping candle wax falls on to old silver trays. Romantic leather booths line the walls and the dark cedar bar creates a speakeasy feel. Old-school jazz plays while French waiters in suits and suspenders clink glasses. Now to the menu. If you’re not a fan of heavy sauces, French eateries are best usually avoided, however, Madame Rouge manages to balance “rich” and “fresh” perfectly. A starter of natural Coffin Bay oysters from South Australia rivals any New Zealand variety, bar the Bluff of course, but these are creamy and briny with a touch of bite. The slow-cooked duck with lentils and black cabbage is tender and the asparagus, pea, buffalo curd, mint and dried olive salad is delicious and light. The wine list features strong representation from both France and Australia. A modern take that makes this new entry to the Brisbane scene a tres bon choice.
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Create a holiday vibe with tasty fun dishes, says Angela Casley
ating your way around a new destination has to be one of life’s great pleasures. I always like to ask a local for recommendations, but there is also the joy of being spontaneous and coming across a cute cafe or bar where you can sit and soak up the local culture. Somewhere sunny, like Brisbane, inspires one to eat light and healthy food — so you have the energy to explore. Starting the day with a delicious smoothie will always set you in the right frame of mind. Today’s version includes a twist of basil for a point of difference, alongside creamy avocado and banana for sweetness. If you want it sweeter, you can always add dates. If avocados are too expensive, simply leave them out. This sunflower seed pate is one of my absolute favourites. Made in five minutes this is frequently on the menu at home. The texture is a little coarse and it goes well with crisp vegetables and crackers — and a glass of wine or cold beer. Or, use it as a base for a wholegrain bread sandwich. Banana prawns are spectacular — so big and juicy. Together with a few simple ingredients including cabbage and noodles, they work to create this understated but delicious dish. I keep the dressing for this recipe in the fridge and will also drizzle it on coleslaw, chicken kebabs, add to a miso soup or in a stir-fry as here.
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Serves 2 ½ avocado 1 banana 1 cup spinach leaves ¼ cup basil leaves 1 Tbsp LSA 2 cups almond milk or other To garnish LSA to sprinkle and basil leaves
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Sunflower Seed Pate
Makes 2 cups 1 ½ cups sunflower seeds Water 1 clove garlic 1 tsp lemon zest 2 Tbsp lemon juice ½ tsp ground cumin 2 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp Greek yoghurt ¼ tsp salt and pepper to taste To serve — fresh vegetables and crackers To garnish — micro greens and extra sunflower seeds 1. Into a bowl, place the sunflower seeds. Cover
with water leaving for 2 hours. Then drain and place them into a blender. 2. Add the garlic, lemon zest, juice, cumin, oil and yoghurt. Then add the salt and pepper to taste. 3. Serve with crackers and vegetables.
Prawns with Chinese Cabbage
Serves 4 Dressing: 2 Tbsp miso 1 Tbsp grated ginger 1 clove garlic 1 Tbsp tahini 1 Tbsp soy sauce 1 Tbsp lemon zest 2 Tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp brown sugar ¼ cup of water 1 Tbsp neutral oil 16 raw banana prawns, peeled 1 Tbsp sweet chilli 4 cup shredded Chinese cabbage 2 cups cooked noodles Extra limes to squeeze over top
1. For the dressing, into a blender (or jar) place
the miso, ginger, garlic, tahini, soy, lemon, brown sugar and water. Blitz or shake until well combined. Set aside. 2. Heat the oil in a frying pan until hot. Cook the prawns in two batches then remove and toss them in the chilli sauce. 3. Add the cabbage and cook for 3 or 4 minutes until wilted. Add noodles and return the prawns. 4. Mix through half of the dressing. Serve into bowl and drizzle over the remaining dressing.
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If you’re a fan of carving it up on the slopes — and of the apres-ski vibe that goes with any winter playground worth its salt — Queenstown is where you want to be come the colder months. Luxury champagne house Veuve Clicquot will hold its annual Clicquot in the Snow festival from Thursday, August 3 to Sunday, August 6, promising four days of premium activities and experiences. Among them is a runway show by footwear designer Kathryn Wilson at the Milford Sound Flight Hangar, a long lunch at Rata, featuring a four-course degustation menu designed by Josh Emett, and high tea at Skyline Queenstown. New to this year’s event is VIP experience Clicquot Croquet in the Snow, which involves a scenic helicopter to a snowy peak for a flute of champagne and a round of “the highest croquet in the Southern Hemisphere”. Coronet Peak will again play host to the Cliquot Snow Bar, and this year’s closing party will be inspired by Clicquot Rosé. Visit Clicquotinthesnow.co.nz
Congratulations to Eat My Lunch, which celebrates its second birthday on June 8. The social enterprise founded by Lisa King and chef Michael Meredith, which operates a “buy one, gift one” model has delivered more than 400,000 lunches to children in 46 low-decile schools in Auckland, Hamilton and Wellington. Visit Eatmylunch.nz to find out how you can get involved.
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event 10 — A Celebration of Tastes (pictured), which this year will be held at the Pullman Auckland on Sunday, June 11 from 11am. Ten of Auckland’s best restaurants, including Ebisu, O’Connell St Bistro and Sails, will present entree-sized dishes alongside New Zealand wines from the likes of Westbrook Wines, Babich, Soho and Te Kairanga. MC Kate Hawkesby will entertain 350 guests, who will have the chance to bid on auction items, including BMW car packages, a return trip to Fiji and art from Dick Frizzell. For tickets, $250, visit Mercyhospice.org.nz
• Beirut will unveil its latest menu from new chefs Alexandre
Vallee (ex The Grove) and Sam Campbell on Wednesday, May 31. A Night at Beirut sees guests treated to a drink on arrival, amuse bouche and three courses matched with wines from boutique vineyard De La Terre. Alexandre and De La Terre winemaker and vineyard owner Tony Pritchard will also speak at the event. For tickets, $100, contact justine@beirut.co.nz. 85 Fort St, Auckland Central. Visit Beirut.co.nz
• You have a few weeks to prepare yourself for this year’s
international Moet Party Day on Saturday, June 17, which gives guests carte blanche to enjoy as many #moetmoments as they can during an evening of fun. The idea is to gather at the participating New Zealand bars in Auckland (Rec) and Christchurch (Baretta) from 7pm for “champagne, music and glamour”. Bespoke Moet & Chandon cocktails are being designed for the night and there are some other treats in store. 38 Customs St East, Britomart; 174 St Asaph St, Christchurch. Visit Moet.com
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For all those magpies out there, the Paddington Antique Centre has all that glitters and, once you are in its clutches, it’s hard not to spend an entire day poking around more than 50 antique dealers. Housed in the magnificent Plaza Theatre, built in 1929, the original painted blue ceiling represented the night sky, as it was once an atmospheric picture theatre designed to stimulate an exotic outdoor setting. These days, the centre is an impressive backdrop for a vast array of antiques, collectables, and estate jewellery. This place is like a treasure trove for collectors. Stock comes from all over: England, France, Asia and Australia. We found a beautiful ammunition box from World War II, a pair of huge sandstone seahorse sculptures, an iron bullhead hook from France and a miniature farm animal set from the 1920s. Whatever you collect, you’ll find it here.
— Ginny Fisher • 167 Latrobe Tce, Paddington, visit Paddingtonantiquecentre.com.au
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AT HOME
HUMBLE BEGINNINGS
Ginny Fisher discovers a traditional worker’s cottage that has been sympathetically modernised
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ike many young couples, Caroline Novinc and her partner, knew that to create the home they wanted to live in, they’d have to renovate. But not the kind of renovation where little of the original building remains; their aim was to respect the existing structure. “We wanted a house that felt humble,” she recalls, “and didn’t want to build right to the boundary, which is often the case in Brisbane as the lots are typically small.” After moving to the city in 2002, the couple purchased a ubiquitous 1880s timber worker’s cottage, typical of inner-city Brisbane. Perched on timber stumps, these little wooden houses are generally of a square configuration with an layout allowing for two bedrooms, a sitting room and kitchen, along with a veranda facing the street. The cottages have steeply pitched, corrugated iron roofs and often brick chimneys, an element distinguishing them from later bungalow styles. And like most other workman’s cottages, the timber stumps, with metal caps near the top, elevate the home, preventing termites. Caroline adds, that the elevation also allows the breezes to flow freely and, as a bonus, snakes and other pests are less likely to enter the home. Two bedrooms wouldn’t cut it for this family with four young boys. So Caroline, along
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with architect Aaron Vokes, from Brisbane architectural firm, Vokes and Peters, set about creating a new layout and an addition that would respect the old and the new. Aaron, who’s firm’s speciality is renovating such cottages, along with the more ornate Queenslanders explains. “We didn’t want the new work to overshadow the old building, so the new extension was designed with a steep pitched roof and we used the materials and the language of the old building, such as painted, timber cladding.” But instead of the expected white, Aaron suggested a striking black, which he says would only work on the south side with the shade of the trees, as the paint could crack if exposed to the northern sun. Aaron explains that what he likes about the workingman’s cottage is the fact that they have no ornamental devices. “These cottages are austere and very stripped back. When you think about it, this austerity parallels contemporary architecture, so the idea was to respect, preserve and restore.” The kitchen and was moved to the back of the home and a long narrow scullery was a new addition out the back. A living room remains at the front left of the house. And the bathroom, which was originally under the house was shifted to the top floor, off the hall. Most of the old building remained unchanged. “We opened the rooms up a little, so the
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kitchen connected to the living room, but we kept the look more cellular,” Caroline explains, A rear corridor connects the new with the old, and two additional bedrooms run off this passage. Having a functional, private, outdoor space was key for the family, so Aaron introduced a courtyard to the heart of the building. “Although the brick part is new, it looks like it’s been there for years,” says Caroline, “not many people realise it’s part of the new addition.” Adds Aaron, “the courtyard was key to unlocking the site, as it opened it to the light. The tall brick chimney also catches the light and reflects into the darker half of the house.” The interior maintains many of the home’s original features. “We are all about preserving the quirks. All the original tongue-and-groove was preserved, as were the original timber floors,” Aaron says. The interior result is simple, monochromatic and fresh, with a contemporary edge, just as Caroline envisaged. It’s an ideal backdrop for her artworks. She has a couple of photographs by Kara Rosenlund, one of a treescape taken in Caroline’s home town of Orange in New South Wales, and another of a seascape just off the Brisbane coast. Other artworks include a playful poppy painting by Castle and Things, along with one of their silk-screened, graphic tea towels framed up. And as luck would have it, just as the Novincs completed the project, they relocated to Byron Bay, where Caroline is to embark on another renovation, this time a Byron farm house. As for the Durham St house in the West End, it’s now on offer as a holiday rental and serves as a base for the family to enjoy when they visit the city.
• Contacts: Vokesandpeters.com, Kararosenlund. com, Castleandthings.com.au, Durhamhouse.com.au
AT HOME
GOOD LOOKING
Top galleries and design stores
1. Jan Murphy Gallery
It’s an art in itself to select artists who have that magic, no matter what medium they work in and no matter whether they are early- or late-career artists. Jan Murphy has that talent, which is why she has been in business in the heart of Brisbane’s gallery precinct in Brunswick St for more than 20 years. Her wares include a wide array of art, from solid bronze and plaster sculpture, to lush oils, still life, landscape, abstraction — there’s something to appeal to every artistic bent. We ogled over the young Guy Maestri’s lustrous oil paintings — the Archibald Prize 2009 winner is a master of oil painting, particularly in a plein-air context. Richard Dunlop’s beautiful layered botanical paintings reference the Australian flora and fauna, while Huang Xu’s meditative photographs of flowers juxtaposed with eerie plastic bag fragments challenge the viewers’ perceptions of beauty.
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2. Philip Bacon Galleries
An icon in the gallery scene, Philip Bacon Gallery, sits on the corner of Brunswick and Arthur Sts and represents some of Australia’s most famous artists, including John Olsen, whose abstract interpretation of the Australian landscape with fluid lines and earthy colour palette, has won him many prizes. Other notable artists include Peter Boggs, a New Zealander by birth, who was originally taught by Colin McCahon. Boggs is a figurative, tonal painter, often regarded as a “painter’s painter” and could be compared to Morandi for his meditative, dream-like paintings in tonal shades. This gallery is renowned for the depth of its stockroom, which features artists such as Sidney Nolan, Australia’s most internationally celebrated painter, and Brett Whiteley, who achieved cult status in the 1960s.
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3. Edwina Corlette Gallery
Another Brunswick St must-see is nearby Edwina Corlette, who worked with Jan Murphy before branching out on her own. Many of her artists have a younger appeal, with a diverse range of mediums including painting, print-making, photography, sculpture and installation. We admired Judith Sinnamon’s fresh paintings of Australian flora, notable for their unusual perspectives — many were painted from underneath — and striking crops that took in a generous portion of cool blue Australian sky.
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4. Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art
The opening of Goma, alongside the Queensland Art Gallery in 2006 heralded an invigoration of the
contemporary art scene in Brisbane. The building consists of a dark box that sits on the city side and a light box on the riverside alongside a Michael Parekowhai sculpture of an enormous upside-down bronze elephant entitled The World Turns. Inside are the works of international stars such as Anish Kapoor, Damien Hirst and Andy Warhol and Australians including Tracey Moffatt. There are also wonderful examples of Aboriginal art and sculpture. Opening on May 27 is the Marvel: Creating the Cinematic Universe exhibition which features more than 500 objects from Marvel’s archives and private collections, alongside original comics, costumes and props. Stanley Pl, South Brisbane
5. Kova Lifestyle
Tucked down a side alley off James St is a little onestop shop, ideal if you’re looking for a gift to take home. This lifestyle boutique features loads of colourful linen
cushions, handmade serveware from Australian brand Mud Ceramics, stunning porcelain table lamps and resort wear by Fleur Wood. Also look out for New York potter Jonathan Adler’s playful pieces and Australian artist, Catherine Swan’s hand-cut creations.
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6. The Modern Store
Looking more like a well-loved home than a store, this retail space houses a range of Scandinavian designed furniture under the Modern banner with affordable price tags. We fell for the Skara sofa, A$2195, a neat minimalist sofa with natural oak trim and the Lounge arm chair in army green leather, A$985. Also on offer is a range of contemporary lighting, Normann Copenhagen homewares, plus a wide range of Australian-made ceramics in earthy hues and freeform shapes.
69/71 James St, Fortitude Valley — Ginny Fisher
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WHERE TO STAY
Outside the Square The Viva team opted to stay in hotels with a stylish difference THE EMPORIUM HOTEL
A bright red, glitzy entrance is just the thing to wake a weary traveller. The Emporium Hotel, in Fortitude Valley, makes an impact on entrance with a beautiful blown-glass chandelier, made by an artist from the nearby North Coast Hinterland. Just a few blocks from the upmarket shopping precinct of James St, The Emporium has all the hallmarks of a five-star boutique hotel. On the roof-top level, there’s a stunning, heated pool, with a spectacular cityscape view, along with a gym. The generous King suites are large enough to swing a clowder of cats in, or host a meal for two. In-room dining is fresh, delicious and generous. We chose a smoked salmon salad and each morning were treated to fresh tropical fruits and poached eggs done to perfection on sourdough. Special touches say it all, like the luxurious Molton Brown soaps and shampoo, the pillow menu, the Nespresso machines and an extensive mini bar with excellent wine choices. The Emporium opened in 2007 and was Brisbane’s first luxury boutique hotel. It was built in conjunction with a residential and retail precinct, making the area feel like a small, upmarket village. If you feel like nipping out for a meal instead of dining in, you can choose from a number of excellent eateries within the compound, we tried excellent sushi at The Sushi 79 and delicious dumplings at Goyza Bar Ann. Saiko Teppanyaki is another option for fresh Japanese fare.
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The hotel offers 102 luxury guest suites, from a generous-sized Queen, the huge King, the Emporium suite with Queensland-style balcony, to the largest two-room Corner Suite that would make a good choice for families. The cocktail bar on the ground floor serves top-notch cocktails, we tried an in-house Margarita made to perfection with fresh limes and Patron. Also in the ground level is the Belle Epoque Patisserie for pastries and coffee if you don’t have time for a sit down breakfast.
If you feel like a little pampering but can’t make it out the door, the In-Suite Spa Menu offers a range of massages and treatments, including a couple’s massage. We’re not the only ones who think this hotel is top class, it’s won a swag of awards, including the Leading Boutique Hotel Award in 2016 and was named one of the world’s best new hotels by Conde Nast Traveler’s Hot List.
• 1000 Ann St, Fortitude Valley. Visit Emporiumhotels.com. auen/default.html
ART SERIES HOTEL — THE JOHNSON
From the road, the black boxy structure of The Johnson’s restaurant and entrance makes a striking statement, as does the multi-coloured steel sculpture that graces the courtyard. It’s not clear if this is an art museum or an art precinct. It’s neither, but art does play a central role in this playful hotel, which is also home for the full-time residents of its 193 apartments. The feeling is one of Melrose Place, but on a much larger scale. The hotel has world-class facilities, including a 50m lap pool, designed by Michael Klim. This stunning pool overlooks the homes of Spring Hill and the city, and there are plenty of sun loungers and chic booths to enjoy a weekend lunch. Also on the deck, a barbecue area for locals that brings families and groups together. The hotel is one of six around Australia in the Art Series Group that includes properties in Melbourne, Adelaide and Queensland. Each hotel takes design cues from an Australian artist of distinction. The artist on show in Brisbane is abstract artist Michael Johnson whose colourful abstract works are inspired by the Australian landscape. His large colourful prints grace the walls of each self-contained suite, the lobby and restaurant whose palettes are all inspired by the artwork. Our suite was spacious, with a small balcony overlooking the city. The full kitchen featured marble benches and the living area had a comfortable sofa, a dining table and plenty of art books to pass the time. The bed, separated by a glass wall was cosy and the bathroom was compact. The Tumbling Stone painting was the inspiration for the on-site Tumbling Stone Restaurant, the work inspired by the natural beauty of North Queensland — the rainforests, rivers and ocean. The eatery is elegant in black cedar and has an indoor-outdoor feel with
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hanging plants and booths. Residents pop in to dine when they can’t be bothered to cook, making the place always seem buzzy. Our meal was outstanding, we chose pan-roasted barramundi with spinach, toasted seeds and goat’s curd with a salad of baked fennel, orange, almonds, spiced squid and saffron. Other points of interest are the in-house art libraries and the in-room dedicated art channel that has an interesting documentary on Michael
Johnson’s life. The mantra of the Art Series Group is to locate the hotel in the most vibrant art and culture hubs and this fits the bill for The Johnson. Also check out nearby Spiro Grace Art Rooms (SGAR), a Spring Hill cottage turned art gallery. Also a short 10-minute hop by car to the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) and the Queensland Art Gallery QAG, the hotel provides day-rental smart cars and hire bikes if you need wheels.
• 477 Boundary St, Spring Hill, Visit Artserieshotels.com.au
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