Established hospitality (food/leisure/lifestyle) and personal development writer/journalist/book author for adults and children. Justine previously lived in Melbourne. Melbourne was the great city that began Justine's freelance writing career back in September 2011. Loves living life to the full. Lives in her own spacious house in a peaceful suburb in Sydney's Inner South.
Justine is also a Chief Editor for the Sydney Food Lovers and Sydney Life HubGarden sites/hubs.
Justine's four books, of which she has written thus far will be released throughout 2013 and 2014. Exciting times. Justine is also working on getting into graduate entry medicine and surgery for 2014, and becoming a medical doctor.
Blue Wok Thai, along popular Crown Street, has been re-named from The Blue Wok for all the right reasons. Co-Owner, ... [more]
Emotional Freedom Technique (otherwise known as EFT) is derived from kinesiology, which is a healing technique for m... [more]
Sydney is that type of 'in your face' commercial city with a cocktail soul. The chicness of this cosmopolitan city i... [more]
The Wiggles exhibition is on again at the Powerhouse Museum from now until the 23rd of September 2013. If you are pl... [more]
Where the weird and wonderful worlds unite.
Where the weird and the wonderful are refreshingly yin and yang.
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Sydney has adopted the frozen yoghurt revolution with finesse and joy, and now self service frozen yoghurt has decid... [more]
When you know you need to spoil yourself, or perhaps you're out and about with that special friend, you need to trea... [more]
If the place Botanica Brasserie rings any bells, then you will love Sheraton on the Park's newly opened and re-launc... [more]
Whether you're currently a runner, or perhaps you would like to find out more on how to become one - you're at the r... [more]
A newly opened four-star apartment hotel in the Western Sydney area. Adina Apartment Hotel Norwest has been open for... [more]
Chocolate, heavenly Chocolate. One piece is enough to put anyone in a good mood. People pay top dollar to go on many... [more]
Some sweet cherry has found its way to Oxford Square in Darlinghurst, to cool us all down in the warmer weather. Eve... [more]
I get that, I really do. The Coffee Club (for some people) is a great place, while for other people they believe the... [more]
The humble hot chocolate, so divine yet oh so comforting. In the cooler, winter months many of us like to rug up on ... [more]
Located right near the Manly ferry wharf, Belgian Waffle Cafe Manly is in a perfect location, catering to those of u... [more]
Bistro Fax Restaurant & Bar is part of the Radisson Blu Hotel Sydney on O'Connell Street in the city. I was fortunat... [more]
The Bean, along Rozelle's popular Darling Street is an iconic Rozelle institute. Once upon a time this boutique cafe... [more]
The Splash of Red Foundation is a not-for-profit charitable organisation that is passionate about raising awareness,... [more]
Gowings Bar and Grill has recently opened inside the heritage listed State Theatre building on Market Street in the ... [more]
A newly opened cafe, grocer and bar on Kellett Street in Potts Point. You're not too far away from this chic French ... [more]
1. Hotel Escapes with Two Top Sydney Hotels
We all need some time out to unwind, and heading to the city for ... [more]
As part of the Radisson Hotel & Suites Sydney, One on 1 Bar & Brasserie makes way for a great dining experience on a... [more]
Radisson Hotel & Suites Sydney provides top notch facilities that you would come to expect from the Radisson brand, ... [more]
Radisson on Flagstaff Gardens is home to one of Melbourne's fantastic restaurants, HQ's Restaurant and Bar. As you f... [more]
Vietnamese Tapas (otherwise known as 'vapas') is Vietnamese food paradise right here on earth. Even if you're someon... [more]
Radisson Blu Hotel Sydney is located in a heritage listed building in the city centre, within short proximity to man... [more]
One of Parramatta's best kept Thai food secrets. At Spice Gourmet Thai, forget about the fact that you're seated and... [more]
This is French food paradise is located at the quieter end of Darling Street Rozelle. Welcome to La Grande Bouffe. L... [more]
Exciting times lie ahead for the Sydney theatre scene. Legally Blonde was the winner of the 2011 Olivier Award for t... [more]
Street food, namely food trucks now have a habit of springing up on Sydney when Sydneysiders least expect it. Well a... [more]
It was a fairly cold afternoon, and I was in the mood for Thai for lunch. One of my friends was in the same mood I w... [more]
Sydney is so fortunate to have some creative minds that take action as quickly as they blink their eyes. This explai... [more]
Hello Sydney, yet again there is a great line up of the top activities and events we can attend to see out the secon... [more]
Sew Make Create is a brand new hub of all things creative and crafty in Chippendale. Sew Make Create has only been a... [more]
New Shanghai Ashfield, along busy Liverpool Street, have completed their renovations. The restaurant re-opened a mon... [more]
If you find yourself in need for an alternative place to drink a quality brew, go to trendy Darlinghurst and you wil... [more]
Meet Scott Lee, a dynamic Sydney artist in many ways. As part of the City of Sydney's initiative to promote the crea... [more]
I was welcomed into this tour by my host, Bronwen Taylor who is passionate about the crafts and cafe society scene i... [more]
Being quite new to Sydney, and to this end of Darling Harbour, it was time to finally eat out at one of the new eate... [more]
If you're not in the mood to head up to level 6 for dinner, then the level 5 eating area at Westfield Sydney is sure... [more]
Here's another frozen yoghurt hotspot, and this time I found it in Parramatta at Yogolicious. You'd be forgiven for ... [more]
An amazing Lygon Street pizza paradise awaits. A trip to Cafe Corretto is worth hopping on a crowded tram on a Satur... [more]
Hands down, Black Star Pastry is giving many of Sydney's top bakeries and patisseries a good run for their money. Al... [more]
It has been a long time coming, and as of the 19th of July 2012, Moochi finally opened its doors to some yoghurt hun... [more]
A fairly new establishment as you head across the Harbour Bridge to the north side. If you have heard of the Victori... [more]
Lygon Street Cafe is (of course) nestled in busy (and popular) Lygon Street, Carlton. Many foodies do rejoice and de... [more]
A trendy pit stop after playing a round of golf, or if you happen to be around the Five Dock/Canada Bay area. Ninete... [more]
A newly opened beauty salon focusing on beautiful eyebrows has recently opened in Darling Street Balmain. Welcome to... [more]
A popular yoga clothing and accessories store on George Street actually runs free yoga classes every Wednesday morni... [more]
It is amazing to discover that this life changing establishment, the Jewels of Wisdom, prominently located at Manly'... [more]
I would like to introduce you to something awesome, beautiful and rather special. If you have ever come across Vietn... [more]
Life is short Sydney, isn't it? Absolutely. Okay, Sydney, sure our rents and house prices are quite high and many Sy... [more]
My Sweet Memory is the home of cute Asian stationery, in a perfect location - where all of the "action" occurs in th... [more]
Unless it is pouring rain, there is absolutely no excuse to sit at home - instead go out and enjoy the glorious harb... [more]
In putting a real positive spin on the Marvellous Melbourne Quest, it is fair to say that Melbourne has a real appet... [more]
Once you step foot into The Workers Food Room at 472 Little Lonsdale Street, you are in food, service and coffee hea... [more]
Most definitely a lot of thought would have gone into the clues that form the City Quest Legendary Laneways ... [more]
Wow, the chocolate dipped strawberries are a guilt free chocolate indulgence in itself. Why guilt free? For starters... [more]
The Frozen Yoghurt (or Fro-Yo) revolution has well and truly come alive in Sydney. Every time we blink our eyes, it ... [more]
The era that began after Darling Harbour was restored and developed into a buzzing local and tourist destination hot... [more]
Vogue magazine came to life at Westfield Sydney the Sunday before Easter, and will continue to do so until the 22nd ... [more]
Who would have thought that this cocktail loving city would have added hot and spicy (chilli like) cocktails to thei... [more]
It's not where you think it is, you might be pleasantly surprised. Sydney, we know we love a good pampering session,... [more]
Since the revamp of Sydney's Darling Park, table tennis (particularly of the outdoor variety fame) in Sydney has sta... [more]
More likely a summer past time, yet in the cooler months, enjoying a spa pedicure and/or a manicure is an awesome fo... [more]
Home decorating is fun. It is like we are letting the interior decorator within out. The leash has been taken off. I... [more]
Candles aren't that cheap in Sydney, although they're getting cheaper. That is the great news. Once upon a time a Char... [more]
Whether its free WiFi, or free Internet per se, who doesn't want free Internet when out and about, or studying and d... [more]
What a pleasant surprise to have been invited here. You feel like you're one excited Sydney foodie to say the least.... [more]
Those tea lights are already cheap as they are, but how can they get any cheaper? You might be surprised. Those litt... [more]
Apart from the chocolate Easter eggs, many Sydneysiders enjoy tucking into some hot cross buns. Upon first observati... [more]
Tennis is a Sydney past time for nearly all seasons of the year. We just enjoy it so much. It can be therapeutic, ev... [more]
For starters, first at the top of my head is a place that has gone as low as $8 for a quality eyebrow wax. Otherwise... [more]
Anywhere, on pavements and even on traffic box signals you will find some captivating, bright and refreshing artwork... [more]
What an interesting question. Art is starting to pop up in many pockets around the city, especially due to the City ... [more]
The Sydney Opera House have proven that they are a kid-friendly venue in Sydney once more. This is all thanks to the... [more]
The L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival is here once more. Some of the country's top fashions designers spend a week in... [more]
As we know, Melbourne is known lively for its arts scene. This can be a rather difficult question at that to answer,... [more]
The Bandaged Bear Appeal is by and large the largest fundraising event for the Children's Hospital at Westmead. This... [more]
With some pleasant surprises and a new head chef, as well as the craft beer revolution coming upon Sydney in more wa... [more]
A hot Sunday morning to begin with, and the care factor with our host Gregg is alive and well. Welcome to a Peek Tours... [more]
Well, Sydney, the start of autumn is here, and there is still some fun activities that will keep your little one's e... [more]
It is all coming together at Sydney's Queen Victoria Building (QVB) in celebrating the year of the snake for 2013. W... [more]
We are blessed with Cleveland's on Cleveland Street. Why so? Sydney finally has a hang out spot where we can eat, enjo... [more]
Ah Merivale, for Sydney it's like our daily bread. Yes, please give us this day our daily bread. Dinner, lunch, cock... [more]
It is never too early to get into the spirit of the Chinese New Year celebrations in Melbourne. I was catching up wi... [more]
For many people in Sydney, a facial is a means to be pampered and indulged. On the other hand for some others, it is... [more]
It seems like we're spoilt for choice when it comes to flushing out the toxins from our bodies. There are pills, lotio... [more]
Australia is a country that is known for some of its top innovative designs. A recent visit to a Powerhouse Museum o... [more]
The kids of Sydney are sure to be entertained in February as a diverse range of kid friendly characters come to life... [more]
For some Sunday morning bliss, this French cafe comes to the rescue. Thank you Le Pain Quotidien. There are a few Fr... [more]
Great question, you might be murmuring to yourself. Summer is the season to indulge the most, yet needless to say ma... [more]
The David Jones Foodhall at Market Street in the city is a treasure for any Sydney foodie, and for those people who ... [more]
As much as plain old chocolate cake with hundreds and thousands is delicious, it might not make the cut (no pun inte... [more]
The question is, what can I do with my kids this Australia Day? Definitely a great question to ask, and depending on... [more]
A scrumptious mini feast of fresh seafood delights. Not something you do everyday, yet when you're in the mood to trea... [more]
It's all great Sydney. There are some top activities to relish in seeing out the final month of summer. 2013 is the ... [more]
A kaleidoscope of colour, art, music, energy and life. The best of Sydney's landmarks come to life. This is Vivid Sy... [more]
An event that has come a long way from its hostility with the law in the 1970's, yet the Sydney Mardi Gras lives on ... [more]
Find yourself enjoying pub theatre with a twist, thanks to Not Quite Cabaret at The Exchange Hotel in Balmain. Due t... [more]
One of Melbourne's best kept secrets for breakfast. I came here for breakfast with a couple of friends for a Saturda... [more]
For many people, red is set to be a lucky colour. After all it exudes power, and when it comes to the law it is ther... [more]
An interesting question at that. Many locals and visitors to Australia alike will find some many quirky things about... [more]
Melbourne has another credit to its name when it comes to the public arts scene. That's right, Melbourne is known as t... [more]
A real Korean barbecue (BBQ) treat in McKillop Street. Welcome to the palace of Korean degustation treats, Guhng (Th... [more]
The new year in Sydney is set to be promising for a change when it comes to family friendly events. There are plenty... [more]
Oh 'marevllous' Melbourne, you're spreading the Christmas cheer with grace, beauty, creativity, style and finesse. O... [more]
A revival has landed at the right place in Sydney's Surry Hills. Newly opened Mexico Food & Liquor is a breath of fr... [more]
You're in your own little world here, and why not? Life is short right? Absolutely. 3 Weeds at Rozelle has proven th... [more]
I'm Free Tours have been a success in Sydney, and for the last few months, the history of Melbourne has come to life... [more]
A fantastic exhibition comes to perfect Melbourne. Welcome to Ballet and Fashion. It all makes complete sense as Mel... [more]
Docklands is known for its fantastic waterfront, and is also now known as a great place to buy your Christmas presen... [more]
