Curious Kate

Foxy Lovers

Week five - July 30, 2009

• See

  Two Lovers

  Leonard's outlook on life is bleak until he meets two beautiful, very different women. One is unattainable which entices Leonard uncontrollably and the other is available and lovable. He has to make a choice between the two intriguing characters; or will the decision be made for him in this wonderful story of a man who seems to crave the pain that love can bring rather than the joy.

  Starring Joaquin Phoenix & Gwyneth Paltrow

  Watch trailer here

  

• Food

  Ganache

  Ganache Chocolate Lounge is the home of quality handmade European chocolates. With delicious pralines, French-inspired gateaux and decadent hot or cold beverages; Ganache is a chocolate lover's haven. Tucked away on stylish Toorak road, Ganache will certainly tantalise your taste buds with the finest ingredient and unique creations.

  Where: 250 Toorak Rd, South Yarra
  Ganache is open until 8pm Sunday -Thurs & until 10pm Fri & Sat

  

• Watch

  This Is England

  12 year old Shaun lives with his widowed mother in a small town in Britain. A loner, he is befriended by some older skinhead youths, who shave off his hair, get him a date with an older woman, and subsequently introduce him to ex-convict Combo. Shaun unwittingly volunteers to be part of Combo's gang, and is taken under his wing as his Nazi loving, ethnic hating protégée. The result is shocking and almost unbelievable but undeniably fascinating.

  Watch trailer here

  

• Go

  The Fox Hotel

  The Fox Hotel has been recently converted. The food is great, the atmosphere comforting and cosy. The rooftop garden for summer will be a treat. Definitely worth getting down there for a beer and some pub grub.

  Where: 351 Wellington Street, Collingwood (Cnr Wellington St and Alexandra Pde)

  Hours: Mon to Thurs 3pm-late & kitchen 5pm-10pm
  Fri to Sun 12pm-1am & kitchen 12pm-10pm

  Ph: 03 9416 4957

  

• Read

  The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

  This #1 international bestseller presents a holistic, integrated, principle-centered approach for solving personal and professional problems.
  With penetrating insights and pointed anecdotes, author Stephen Covey reveals a step-by-step pathway for living with fairness, integrity, service and human dignity - principles that give us the security to adapt to change and the wisdom and power to take advantage of the opportunities that change creates.

  With over 15 million copies sold, this book is definitely worth reading and applying to your life.

  

• Listen

  La Roux's in for the kill

  La Roux is quickly making its mark on the music scene with their feisty, retro and dynamic self-titled debut album. The British synth duo band is taking charge with singer/songwriter Elly Jackson (who has the most unforgettable red-haired quiff) and keyboardist/producer Ben Langmaid invading the sound waves with their electropop harmonies. La Roux's hypnotic tracks include "In for the Kill", "Bulletproof" and "Tigerlilly". If you're hanging for an underground modern twist on that classic 80's pop, then do yourself a favour and get hooked on La Roux, their tracks will be stuck in your head for days!
  La Roux is coming to Parklife October 3
  Get your tickets and read more

  

• Tech Heads

  Computer Cable Holder

  If your sick of your Mac cord always falling to the ground or unplugging itself, then you may find the The Knicks Cable Holder is a rather useful product - it 'clips' onto your computer or work table and holds the loose computer cable in place.

  Available in 2 sizes: small for tabletop thickness .5-2.5 cm or large for 2-4.5cm thick tabletop
  4 colours: Red, Petrol Blue, Neon Green & Frosted White
  RRP: $20.00 (small or large)

  Find it at: Design Dispensary at 322 Little Collins Street