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Time Out
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Come for the salty spicy Korean eats at this Sydney diner and stay for the late-night open-mic karaoke
There's a little pocket on Potts Point's Macleay Street that's home to a powerhouse of ritzy joints that are oh-so-cool without even having to try. Cult-favourites include The Apollo, Franca, Cho Cho San and Yellow, but the lesser-known joint you should add to your hit list stat is Diana. Book in a dinnertime reservation because this dimly lit diner is magic when the sun goes down (and it means you can stick around for some sing-along action later). The long narrow space is lined with abstract Asian artwork, colourful cushions brighten the booths and fuchsia orchids perk up in ceramic vases at each table – it's bold, fun and we dig it. The menu spans classic Korean dishes and pan- Asian eats. Some are well-known – kimchi fried rice, Korean fried chicken, springy japchae noodles and plump bossam pork belly bites, for example. Others are a little less familiar, but equally delicious – like hwae moochim, a fresh, sashimi-style vegetable salad dressed with sesame oil and gochujang, and Korean street donuts with butterscotch. Is it your first visit to Diana? We recommend letting Korean-born chef Sammy Jeon (Mr Lim, Avido Ristorante Italiano) feed you. The $75 set menu gets you going with seven of their most popular dishes (some served stacked on bamboo steamers or made tableside – *fancy*), and if you're feeling swanky, you can add on a mud crab course. While you're fuelling up, order some liquid courage for later too. The cocktails are well priced, many starting at $17. There's plenty of fruity mixes that play with Asian spirits like soju and sake and flavours like green grape, plum and ginger. Ready to sing now? Let's go. At 9.30pm the restaurant transforms into an open-mic karaoke joint. The stage? The centre of the space. The dining room is subtly split up into little sections, so you can settle in with a couple of your besties, or prepare to wow your whole office with your pipes at a work dinner.
Tatler Asia
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
Scandinavian Shift: 9 highlights from Stockholm Design Week 2025
2. Mille Notti Above The off-white delicate Carla, red and brown playful Franca and classic wood Luca bedside tables, the first furniture collection from Mille Notti by Eva Schildt Previously known for its designer textiles, Swedish brand Mille Notti made its first foray into furniture with designer Eva Schildt's Luca, Carla, and Franca—three bedside tables with distinct characteristics. 'A dresser should complement, not replicate, the bed's design. It must have its own identity while enhancing the space,' Schildt notes. The result is a trio of pieces that serves both functional and decorative roles, offering storage while adding an elegant presence to the bedroom. 3. Kord Above New Swedish brand Kord's compact and stylish Cuboid and Cuboid+ claim to be the world's smallest power strips, with three to four outlets and a two-meter cable Blending utility with aesthetics, the new tech/ design brand Kord, founded by David Lindell and Gustav Rosén, reimagines electrical sockets as objects that can make a visual impact. Their debut products, Cuboid and Cuboid+, are the world's smallest multi-sockets, featuring three or four inputs and a two-metre cable. Crafted partially from recycled plastic, these innovative pieces balance practicality and design with a refined sense of proportion—a perfect complement to any modern interior. Read more: Home tour: A Scandinavian-inspired home with panoramic San Francisco Bay views 4. Studio Ololoo Above The endearing Bubble lamp by Chinese design duo Zhen Bian and Jaco Qian of Studio Ololoo garnered appreciation during Stockholm Design Week thanks to its space-saving feature Studio Ololoo's latest table lamp, Bubble, is an innovative fusion of flexibility and gravity-defying design. Inflatable and jointed, it features a mobile structure that directs focus towards the bulb itself. 'This project explores tension and deformation, integrating them into the functionality of the piece,' explain studio founders Zhen Bian and Jaco Qian, based in Ningbo. A clever touch—when deflated, the lamp folds effortlessly for transportation or storage, showcasing an innovative take on space-saving design. 5. &Tradition Above Luca Nichetto's stylish Gio lamp for &Tradition is a tribute to the late legendary Italian designer Gio Ponti Danish brand &Tradition unveiled a series of new pieces at the Gulled showroom during Stockholm Design Week 2025, including the Gio lamp—a tribute to Gio Ponti and Venetian craftsmanship, designed by Luca Nichetto. 'The Gio lamp captures the essence of a chandelier's skeleton, focusing on fundamental geometric forms,' Nichetto explains. While conceptualising the design, he rediscovered his profound connection with Murano glassmaking. The minimalist yet sculptural lamp is available in a striking palette that includes deep green, rich blue and ecru white, alongside a bolder alternative combination of vermilion, dark burgundy and ecru white. 6. Slalom Above Swedish interior designer Tekla Severin photographed at Slalom's striking booth at the Stockholm Furniture Fair, which she conceptualised using acoustic panels from the brand such as Arlecchino, which she also designed/ (Photo: Maria Teresa Furnari) Of the many installations at Stockholm Furniture Fair during Stockholm Design Week 2025, the most visually striking surely belonged to acoustic panel brand Slalom. Conceptualised by visionary Swedish colourist and interior designer Tekla Severin, the booth took on the concept of 'a box in a box' and featured the latest Slalom product innovations for the contract and hospitality sectors, including Severin's Arlecchino PET felt panels, which come in various sprightly colours to inject character into spaces. 7. NJRD Above The Vior seating collection from NJRD embodies the classic colour palette of Scandinavian furniture, with a playful twist in the form of its woven seats The Vior collection by design duo Bernadotte & Kylberg for NJRD encapsulates the beauty of everyday life through meticulously crafted pieces of furniture. Named after the Norse word for 'wood', the collection comprises a kitchen sofa, a dining table and chairs, all shaped with inviting, organic forms. Rooted in functional simplicity and a deep connection to Scandinavian nature, it embodies a commitment to timeless design. 8. Fogia Above Andreas Engesvik's Pico chair for Fogia appears like a pair of pillows set on a thin tubular steel structure At first glance, the classic silhouette of Fogia's latest lounge chair, Pico, designed by Andreas Engesvik, appears deceptively traditional. Yet, with its lightweight frame crafted from thin tubular steel and plush seat and backrest, it redefines expectations of formality. Designed for comfort without constraint, its leather or fabric cushions envelop the user wonderfully. 9. Center Center Above String's new Center Center storage system can be combined in many different ways Fixed storage is obsolete. Enter Center Center, the latest modular system from String Furniture, devised by Form Us With Love to liberate interiors from static constraints. Designed with adaptability at its core, this ingenious framework is less about storage and more about spatial choreography—offering architects and designers the freedom to configure, reconfigure, and reimagine. At its heart lies a precision-engineered hole pattern, seamlessly repeating across every module. This intelligent system allows elements to stack, extend, and pivot between open and concealed configurations, creating intuitive divisions, discreet alcoves, or expansive displays. Credits Photography: Courtesy of respective brands
Man of Many
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Man of Many
Feel-Good Friday: Free Caviar, Books, and Nike Runners
By Dean Blake - News Published: 6 June 2025 |Last Updated: 5 June 2025 Share Copy Link Readtime: 4 min Every product is carefully selected by our editors and experts. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more. For more information on how we test products, click here. They say nothing in life is free, but we're not so sure about that. One of our favourite things to do with Feel-Good Friday is to bring you freebies, and this week we've got some crackers: from free Nike runners, to free caviar, there's a lot of good stuff being given away in the next week. Of course you'll need to deal with some qualifying factors, but we tend to think its usually worth it. Have a look to see what you can get your hands on, and enjoy this week's Feel-Good Friday. Franca's Moreton Bay Bug Roll + Caviar | Image: Supplied Get Your Hands on Free* Caviar at Franca until 9 June With World Caviar Day fast approaching, Sydney brasserie Franca is looking to share the love with a reimagining of it's signature Moreton Bay Bug Roll dish—by adding a free* side of Oscietra Caviar until this Sunday, 8 June. The Bug Roll is worth $28, and a cheeky side of caviar usually costs $30, so there's some legit savings to be had. There are always restrictions, though, and in order to qualify for this one you'll need to be one of the ten lucky people Franka serves each day between 5 and 6 pm. Look, we never said it'd be easy, but if you've got a taste for caviar and want to get in on a delicious roll as well, it's probably worth attempting to book ahead. You don't need a booking, but I have a feeling this'll sell out quick. Image: Supplied The Iconic Giving Free Nike Runners to the Fittest Among Us This one is for all the runners in Sydney itching for a new challenge this weekend. For the next two Saturdays, 7 and 14 June, fashion marketplace The Iconic is looking to give away 50 fresh pairs of Nike runners to whoever can run faster than a van. Yes, really, but let me explain. On each Saturday, The Iconic will reveal a 'secret location' through it's Instagram account that you'll have to get to within 3 hours, signifying The Iconic's typical delivery time for its products. Not only do you have to get there, though, you'll also need to show proof that you've already run 5km that day—whether that be at the crack of dawn, or literally dragging yourself across the finish line—before The Iconic's delivery van rocks up at 11am. Come prepared with a pair of Nike sneakers wishlisted, and proof of your run on any fitness app, to get your hands (or feet) on some goodies. Image: Supplied Aesop's Queer Library Returns to Melbourne Next Week Australian luxury cosmetics brand Aesop is bringing its Queer Library initiative back for the fifth year running, with the brand's Prahan store being transformed into a library filled with books written by LGBTQIA+ authors. The books on show will be filled with stories focused around a central theme of 'In Other Words': celebrating the liberating possibilities of LGBTQIA+ self expression, Aesop said, as well as the stories that can be found outside of hetero-normative constraints. If that sounds interesting to you, Aesop's Prahan store will be hosting the initiative from 11 to 15 June, with all visitors gifted a complimentary book of their choice care of the brand's Queer Library collaborator, Penguin Random House. Fujifilm X Half Camera | Image: Supplied Fujifilm Launching 'The Moment Club' this July A little further out but no less exciting, Fujifilm is taking us back to the 80s with the launch of its X half camera—and it's throwing a party to celebrate: 'The Moment Club', a first-of-its-kind experience showing off how cameras used to be. The event will aim to teach aspiring photographers how to use the X half effectively, inlcuding how to take the ultimate bathroom selfie, and how to take the best cocktail snaps. It'll be held at Baptist Street Rec Club, Redfern, on Saturday 12 July, and tickets will cost $25. 'We're thrilled to launch The Moment Club and give people a space to disconnect, have fun, and enjoy the moment all while offering them a medium to express themselves creatively,' said Fujifilm Australia's head of marketing, electronic imaging and optical devices division, Leanne Hughes. 'We can't wait for people to get hands-on and create something that lasts.'
Canberra Times
29-05-2025
- Business
- Canberra Times
The man who turned Canberra's blank slate into a thing of beauty
He and Franca settled here in 1956 and he was later commissioned to design the Italian Embassy. It was one of his greatest and - through no fault of his own - most painfully drawn-out projects, taking 20 years. But he would later reflect that the saga gave him time to settle into Canberra, establish his firm and begin to make his mark.
Graziadaily
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
Kylie Jenner's Favourite Studded Bikini Comes From This Secret Spanish Brand
Gimaguas, Costa Maxi Dress Gimaguas, Bow-Embellished Top Gimaguas, Luna Midi Skirt Gimaguas, Saona Panelled Trousers Gimaguas, Maxi Casilda Canvas Bag Gimaguas, Bailarina Studded Flats Gimaguas, Diane Mini Dress Gimaguas, Kite Mini Dress There's no polite way to put it: some countries are simply more proficient at summer dressing, thanks largely to their meteorological advantage. While we in the UK persist with a heatwave uniform that sits somewhere between festival chic and a Sienna Miller-era boho remix - part practicality, part party girl - those closer to the equator have mastered the art of beach-adjacent dressing that translates seamlessly to city pavements. Case in point: Gimaguas, the Spanish label currently enjoying cult status among Gen Z (Kylie Jenner included). And honestly? The hype tracks. Translating to 'twins', Gimaguas was founded in 2018 by the twin sisters Claudia and Sayana Durany in Barcelona, where they still run the brand today. Their collections - produced locally in collaboration with Spanish artisans - sit somewhere between homespun charm and something a bit more beach ready. What exactly does Gimaguas look like? Those fluent in fashion shorthand will clock the Gisele-at-the-beach, circa 2002 energy immediately. For everyone else: imagine the brand's aesthetic as an amalgamation of Y2k surfer boy falls for surfer girl, and they raid each other's wardrobes before heading to a beach rave in Ibiza. Or, put differently: think skimpy silhouettes (for her and for him), cheeky details, delicate fabrics, sparkle-strewn separates, the perfect baby tee, and a near-religious devotion to the nano mini. In recent years, Gimaguas has quietly cemented its status as a Gen Z favourite - thanks in no small part to its studded Franca shoulder bag (ubiquitous on Instagram) and more of the great studded stuff, courtesy of its collaboration with the flip flop heavyweight, Havaianas. Most recently, the brand has gained the Jenner stamp of approval, as the youngest Kardashian-Jenner sister was spotted in a studded bikini by the brand - algorithm-approved, bien sûr. ©Instagram / @kyliejenner So, if you're still finding yourself in the midst of piecing together your perfect summer wardrobe, might we suggest you take a closer look at this Spanish staple? Chances are, you will most definitely find something to upgrade your hot weather essentials, at - a piece of good news - surprisingly commendable prices. 1. Gimaguas, Costa Maxi Dress 2. Gimaguas, Bow-Embellished Top 3. Gimaguas, Luna Midi Skirt 4. Gimaguas, Casilda Belt 5. Gimaguas, Saona Panelled Trousers 6. Gimaguas, Maxi Casilda Canvas Bag 7. Gimaguas, Bailarina Studded Flats 8. Gimaguas, Diane Mini Dress 9. Gimaguas, Swimsuit 10. Gimaguas, Kite Mini Dress Henrik Lischke is the senior fashion features editor at Grazia. Prior to that, he held the role of commerce writer at British Vogue, and was junior fashion editor at The Sunday Times Style. A first-class honours Fashion Journalism graduate from UAL: London College of fashion, Henrik is invariably on the lookout for the newest talent in fashion, that is driving the industry forward, and shining the spotlight on them whenever possible. He's also got a passion for interiors design and the arts. Follow Henrik on Instagram @henriklischke.
