Curious Kate

Buy Me a Peony

Week three - March 19, 2008

• See

  Love Song

  Love Song is a light & quirky romantic comedy. The cast of this MTC production includes Julia Zemiro from Full Frontal. So why not dress up, dine at the theatre's restaurant Curve and make a night of it.
  Playing at the Arts Centre's Fairfax Studio from Feb 29 - April 19
  Cost: $55.40 - $75.30
  Book Online

  

• Food

  Apte

  Apte is an oasis which is hard to believe you'd find on a main road. They have a great menu, serving all day breakfast, delicious treats, good coffee and a wide range of teas and pides.
  There's a large shaded garden area and a toy box for the kids.
  You can find parking at the rear of the building.

  Location: 538-540 Heidelberg Road, Alphington
  View map

  

• Watch

  After The Wedding

  This Academy Award nominated Swedish film is beautifully made. It is the story of a Danish man who works at an orphanage in India. He travels back to Sweden to obtain funds for the orphanage and is invited to a wedding during his stay. Secrets are revealed and we watch the lives of these complex characters unravel. You will need tissues!
  Watch the Trailer
  Buy DVD

  

• Go

  Balloon Over Melbourne

  The Balloon Man is highly recommended for balloon flights over Melbourne. With more experience of flying over Melbourne than any other pilot.
  Enjoy the peacefulness and serenity of the sky & see Melbourne from a totally different perspective.
  Even if you have a fear of heights, it's still recommended as the basket is large and holds 10 passengers, so you can avoid the edge. The launch site is determined on the day as it depends on the wind.
  The early start is not too bad.
  Enjoy a delicious champagne breakfast at the Observatory Cafe afterwards.
  Cost: $330 for an adult, $250 for children

  

• Shop

  Peony

  Peony Melbourne is a boutique perfumery dedicated to Artisan based fragrance houses. A few of their brands include Diptyque, Mathias, Annick Goutal, Acqua di Biella, Carthusia, Miller et Bertaux, Tommi Sooni, Tocca to name a few.
  They also stock Bensimon shoes, coffee table books, cashmere wraps and the most beautiful Swarovski pearls.
  They have a reputation for exceptional service and complimentary gift wrapping.
  Located in the heart of Auburn Village -
  107 Auburn Road, Hawthorn
  www.peonymelbourne.com.au

  
• 

• Bambini

  Custom Kids

  This autumn school holidays, kids can become a Customs Detective at the Immigration Museum.

  With an adventure booklet in hand and their own detective badge, they choose their own adventure, following in the footsteps of famous Customs Detectives from early Melbourne.

  An engaging and educational experience for all.

  Location: 11 Nicholson St, Carlton
  22 March - 6 April
  10am-5pm
  Free with museum admission

  

• Read

  Jodi Picoult Novels

  Jodi Picoult is the best selling author of 41 novels, several of which are being translated to the screen as we speak. Her books are about family, relationships and love (of all kinds). She creates page turning characters that you will care about. She has released a new book this year, Change of Heart, which looks at the nature of organised religion and belief, and takes the reader behind the closely drawn curtains of America's death penalty.
  Buy Online

  

• Listen

  Roisin Murphy

  Irish born and London based singer/songwriter Roisin Murphy, formerly of Moloko fame, released her album Overpowered last year - electronic dance anthems, pop and dark funk tracks. This great live performer is also known for her wacky dress sense which is worth checking out in her Empowered video. Touring Melbourne March/April this year.
  Own Overpowered CD

  

• After Dark

  Earth Hour

  Earth Hour is a way to get everyone involved in taking action on climate change. So this year, March 29 at 8pm be part of the solution by turning out your lights for 60 minutes to help lower your CO2 emissions.
  Watch Sydney's lights go out in this 2007 video and sign up for Melbourne's lightless night.

  

• Tech Heads

  GPS Navigation

  Ever get lost? Ever want to find a restaurant or bunnings? Would you like a personal navigator that tells you when to turn left or right? If you answered yes to any of these questions then you NEED a GPS. They are great if you are driving or walking around a new town. There are plenty to choose from out there and we have fully road tested the MIO WALKER.
  Purchase this handy little unit.