February, 2012 | The Chronicles of Ms I-Hua & The Boy

Cookie Munching The New Sport

“…she gave me these amazing #crackcookies and I haven’t looked back. I make a batch probably once a month…”

High Coffee Experience

“…we really enjoyed our first High Coffee experience and loved the twist to the traditional afternoon teas…”

Baking Frenzy Returns with aChai Tea Cake

“…I thought I would merge my newfound love of baking with my love of chai tea and create a Chai Tea Cake recipe…”

Behold…Double Choc Lamingtons

“…the recipe not only makes a fine chocolate cake (which I’ll probably make again), it certainly added some colour and fun to Peanut’s party…”

MoPho Noodle Bar @ South Yarra, VIC – Angry Noodles?

On February 29, 2012 By Ms I-Hua

If you fancy tasty noodles with flavours of South East Asia, MoPho noodle bar is definitely the place to head to. Just don’t bring along your Asian parents or they’ll give you some ass-whooping!

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Sweets Festival, Preview Night @ Immigration Museum, Melbourne + Giveaway

On February 26, 2012 By Ms I-Hua

Are you a sweet tooth? Do you find yourself reaching for the last piece of cookie in the jar? Do you lose count of the spoonfuls of sugar you add in your hot beverage? As long as it’s sweet, you’ll have it? Well, my friends, dwell no more about when your next sugar level should fly! Visit the Immigration Museum during the Sweets Festival to get your heart racing! Find out how you can win a double pass

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Paleo Cauliflower “Rice” Recipe

On February 24, 2012 By Ms I-Hua

Tired of eating carbs? Rice and bread making you feel lethargic and bloated? Want to try something fresh and exciting that’s pretty much fail proof? Why not have some caulfilower rice instead? It takes less than 10 minutes to prepare and taste super delicious!

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Campari House @ Hardware Lane, Melbourne CBD

On February 22, 2012 By Ms I-Hua

If you’re looking for a relaxed casual dining experience in Melbourne CBD, why not head down to Hardware Lane for a meal at the iconic Campari House? With seasonal menu and a new 2 course (with matched wines) deal, this could be a winner!

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Tom Phat @ Brunswick, Melbourne – Breakfast With a Twist

On February 20, 2012 By Ms I-Hua

Not too sure where to head in your next breakfast destination? Tired of cafes serving up the normal focaccias and BLT’s? Why not head towards the north of Melbourne CBD for a breakfast with a twist? Let Tom Phat on Sydney Road entertain you with what they have on offer

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THAILAND: Chatuchak Weekend Market (Jatujak) @ Bangkok, Thailand

On February 18, 2012 By Ms I-Hua

After 2 years, a revisit to the world’s largest weekend market is definitely in order. Follow us to a postcard snapshot visit to Chatuchak Market

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Yum Cha at Spice Temple Melbourne @ Crown Casino, Southbank

On February 16, 2012 By Ms I-Hua

Have you heard? Spice Temple has started their new yum cha menu. We paid it a visit on the first weekend of its operation and were suitably impressed with the array of dishes offered.

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SYDNEY: Pier Restaurant @ Rose Bay, Sydney

On February 14, 2012 By Ms I-Hua

If you find yourself hankering to get out of the madness of the crazy Sydney city centre, why not head out for a drive to the picturesque Rose Bay and dine at the renown Pier restaurant headed by Greg Doyle (who famously returned The Good Food Guide 3 hat accolade). It’s definitely worth the trip

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Omar and the Marvellous Coffee Bird @ Gardenvale, VIC

On February 12, 2012 By Ms I-Hua

Stuck in the south east of Melbourne and figure there’s no where to go for good coffee unless you head out towards the CBD and northern suburbs? Think again, nestled in between Caulfield South, Brighton and McKinnon, lies a Local Hero of Gardenvale. Give it a try if you’re looking for a lovely spot which serves great coffee.

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