Curious Kate

Pure Xmas Madness

Week three - December 18, 2009

• See

  Broken Embraces

  Broken Embraces is a Spanish film by Pedro Almodóvar (Volver) set in the 1990s and present day. The film centers on a four-way tale of dangerous love, and was shot in the style of a hard-boiled 1950s American film noir.

  It stars Penelope Cruz in another amazing, raw performance.

  Watch trailer

  

• Food

  Torch

  Torch is open for all day breakfast and lunch. The food can be described as International and modern Australian. Their menu is creative, delicious and healthy. They go above and beyond to please the customer with presentation and serving sizes.
  Vegetarian options available. Mains approx. $13.

  Location: 178 Swan St, Richmond
  Ph: 9428 7378

  

• Watch

  Sex and Lucia

  In this Spanish film various lives converge on an isolated island, all connected by an author whose novel has become inextricably entwined with his own life.
  This film is fascinating, thought provoking, beautiful and has no boundaries whatsoever. It offers a dream-like viewing experience.

  Watch trailer

  

• Go

  AC/DC Australia's Family Jewels

  AC/DC's 'Family Jewels' are on display at The Melbourne Art Centre until February 2010, showcasing memorabilia from the band and their record label.
  The free exhibition gives hordes of devout fans the chance to peer into the lives of AC/DC. Handing over an array of trademark costumes to instruments, stage props to photos, hand-written letters to interview clips, and rare performance footage, all which span over a 'long-way-to-the-top' 35 years. Essentially, a celebration of Australia's greatest rock band... ever!

  

• Shop

  Mogil

  Giving birth to amazingly designed bags and luxurious shoes, Mogil is the relatively name in Aussie leather accessories. The summer collection, 'Year of the Wild', is a unique mish-mash of lime, rustic orange and yellow coloured leathers, suedes and snakeskin. Melbourne Designer, Gil Cowen, prides herself on creating vibrant and strong pieces that speak for themselves. This range really is adorable, practical and edgy all at the same time. Mogil's newest addition of Bracelets and Cuffs, inscribed with inspiring words, will charm you instantly.

  For your nearest stockist, jump online and check out the Mogil website: www.mogil.biz

  
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• Bambini

  Purebaby Sale

  Get yourself along to the Purebaby end of year warehouse clearance.
  Beautiful organic clothing for newborns, toddlers & kids at heavily reduced prices.
  Be prepared to hunt for a park and fight the crowds but the prices are worth it!
  Where: 135 Cromwell Street, Collingwood
  When: Friday 18th 10am-6pm, Saturday 19th of December 10am-5pm
  Ph: 1300 894 203

  

• Listen

  White Lies

  White Lies, formerly known as Fear of Flying, are an English alternative rock band from Ealing, West London. This indie, post-punk revival group have been featured on many "ones to watch" lists and have been compared to bands such as Joy Division and Interpol.

  Listen here