Month: April 2020

Singapore Recipes

Recipe: Coffee Pork Ribs from Keng Eng Kee, Singapore

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Track of the Day: Karma Kids “Matrix” (2020)

Uniquely depicted as “Emocore” (emo, pop punk and metalcore), Karma Kids from Indianapolis, have announced their latest single, “Matrix” featuring Jaret Reddick of Bowling for Soup. Forming the band in 2019, they unveiled their debut album Dystopian Dream Part One: American Mind in February. Probing the effects of different mental health disorders. “Matrix” features on…

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XCOM Chimera Squad

XCOM Chimera Squad Review: The war at home

2K has moved incredibly quickly on XCOM Chimera Squad. It was announced out of the blue in mid-April, and launch day was only a week later. 12 hours after the announcement, I had a review copy installed on my home PC. Fast is Chimera Squad‘s watchword. It has a much higher resting heart rate than…

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Recipe: Ika Mata from Cook Island’s Little Polynesian Resort

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Recipe: Salmon Tartar from Sofitel Marrakech

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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East Hotel

Recipe: Risotto Ai Porcini From Canberra’s Agostinis

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Jaywop

Track of the Day: Jaywop “Big Bad” (2020)

There aren’t too many rising hip hop stars coming out of Arizona, but Phoenix artist Jaywop is set to wave the flag high for his city. Bubbling under the radar, the rapper turns in a single, “Big Bad”, touching on a hard-worker simply climbing his way to the top. And top is most definitely where…

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Yarra Valley has launched a virtual cellar door series

Victoria’s famed Yarra Valley are rounding up their many award-winning wineries for a bit of an interactive virtual experience that should keep enthusiasts satisfied while on lockdown. 29 of the regions’ best producers have come together from this, a Virtual Cellar Door platform which is taking place every Thursday from now. The concept is simple….

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Recipe: Green Magic Smoothie from Melbourne’s Green Cup

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Mike McEnearney launches “Kitchen by Mike at Home” online delivery

Mike McEnearney has officially launched Kitchen by Mike at Home, a brand new offering from the stalwart brand with pre-cooked meals available for delivery. Like many other businesses, the award-winning chef and restaurateur has adapted to the current restrictions with a one-stop online shop for people in lockdown can order in there weekly meals and…

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Exclusive Video Premiere: Steve Smyth “Yours Sincerely” (2020)

Last week Steve Smyth released the second single, “Yours Sincerely” off his forthcoming EP, Blood. This follows on from “Stages” which was released back in February. Steve calls Barcelona home these days, and the song was recorded in live takes in a church. He had the idea of recording Blood in a church, so wandered…

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Recipe: Scallops Chartreuse from Fairmont Royal Palm Marrakech

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Track of the Day: The Jaded Hearts Club “This Love Starved Heart of Mine (It’s Killing Me)” (2020)

Who doesn’t love a supergroup? They don’t come any more turbocharged than this. The Jaded Hearts Club is comprised of Matt Bellamy (Muse), Graham Coxon (Blur), Miles Kane (Last Shadow Puppets), Nic Cester (Jet), Sean Payne (The Zutons) and Jamie Davis, a totally mind-blowing array of talent. They’ve recorded a lesser-known Marvin Gaye song, “This…

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4K Ultra HD Review: 1917 is visually spectacular and undoubtedly a polished feat of filmmaking craft

Given 1917‘s rather simplistic plot – a pair of infantrymen having to cross the treacherous No Man’s Land in order to prevent a doomed attack during the height of World War 1 – it makes sense that director Sam Mendes (Skyfall) would opt for a more complex manner to detail the story.  Single camera shots…

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Women's Prize

Shortlist for the 2020 Women’s Prize for Fiction announced

The shortlist for the 2020 Women’s Prize for Fiction has been announced overnight during a special online event (Covid-19 strikes again!).  Now celebrating its 25th anniversary, the prize was previously known as the Orange Prize for Fiction and until recently was the Bailey’s Prize for Fiction. It is awarded annually to the best work of…

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Recipe: Fratelli Fresh’s Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Tokar Estate is giving away free wine with ready-made delivery meals

Yarra Valley’s Tokar Estate has, like many others, given a huge rethink to the way they do business both for their wine and food. That’s been focused into new offering Rita’s Pantry, which is European-styled food and wine delivery service available across the Yarra Valley and the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. This means home-made meals…

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Interview: Max Lawrence introduces us to his new single “Gasoline” and talks about isolation during these bizarre times

Melbourne musician Max Lawrence has a new single called “Gasoline” which is out now via online streaming. His music embodies passionate vocals infused with a smidge of electronic and dance music, but still maintaining those chamber pop credentials we’ve grown to love. I’m curious to watch and hear Max Lawrence’s music progression. I hope he…

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Recipe: No.5 Restaurant’s Char Siu Glazed Pork Ribs

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Din Tai Fung opens online store for dumplings and sauces

Din Tai Fung has launched an online ordering site, with many of the products they use available for home delivery. While winter slowly approaches and isolation remains, you can stock up on some frozen goods supplied by the venue so you can try recreate their delicious dumplings and other dishes at home. Delivering an assortment…

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K. M. Kruimink takes home The Australian/Vogel’s Literary Award

Tasmanian writer K. M. Kruimink has been awarded this year’s The Australian/Vogel’s Literary Award. Set in the 1800s, A Treacherous Country follows newly arrived migrant Gabriel Fox. Intent on finding a woman named Maryanne Maginn, Kruimink’s manscript sends Fox through the Tasmanian wilderness, accompanied by a guide who is not all he seems. The award…

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Grand Casual

Track of the Day: Grand Casual “Western Border” (2020)

Esperance, WA blues rockers Grand Casual unveiled their latest single last week. “Western Border”, the band’s fifth single, is a high octane journey in two distinct parts. By all accounts it’s a fan favourite of their live shows, and it’s not hard to see why.  Recorded and mixed last year at Debaser Studio by Andy…

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Birds of Tokyo

Interview: Ian Kenny of Birds of Tokyo (AUS) on their new album Human Design, isolating and healing his heart.

Birds of Tokyo have been a staple rock band in the Australian music landscape since their formation in 2004. In fact, they’re one of Triple J‘s three most played artists of the millennium, with over 70 of their songs featuring on the station’s rotation. It’s safe to say, our country loves anything this Perth outfit…

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Exclusive Video Premiere: Ben Catley “Open Skies (This Splendid Sun)” (2020)

Friday saw Ben Catley release his brand new single, “Open Skies (This Splendid Sun)”. The track was recorded in collaboration with Tijuana Cartel’s trumpet player Eamon Dilworth. Today we’re pleased to premiere the uplifting and isolation busting music video that accompanies it.  Filmed by surfer and filmmaker Lachlan Ross, the video captures the stunning scenery…

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Sydney favourites Monopole, Yellow, Cirrus and Bentley are now delivering

With the launch of several restaurant groups providing at-home dining services, Bentley Group is now taking part. That means all four of their acclaimed restaurants, Bentley Restaurant + Bar, Monopole, Yellow and Cirrus, will be delivering restaurant-quality meals straight to your doorstep. Four unique menus have been specially designed by co-owner and chef Brent Savage,…

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Sonoma County

Recipe: Spaghetti All’Amatriciana with Insalata Tricolore from Sonoma County

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Track of the Day: Last Dinosaurs “Flying” (2020)

We have a homage to 90’s Nu-Disco with today’s track of the day, “Flying” by the Brisbane trio Last Dinosaurs. Very much French-House inspired, this is a fun-packed tribute and is a song which feels instantly familiar, in what is a new sound for these indie-rockers. Lead guitarist, Lach, says of the Nu-Disco genre – …

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Santorini on Oxford

Recipe: Santorini on Oxford’s Tyropita (Feta Cheese Pie)

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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A photographic look back at the Falls Music & Arts Festival: 2008 – 2017

As we crave more live music in our lives, join us as we take a look back at a ten year run of Falls Music & Arts Festival with some of the favourite photos taken by one of their official shooters, Anthony Smith. These photos take us from the irreplaceable Sharon Jones in 2008 all the…

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Mumbo Sauce

Recipe: Washington, DC’s iconic Mumbo Sauce

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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