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With journey gearing again up, it appears like everybody\u2019s heading abroad in the intervening time. We\u2019re nonetheless within the strategy planning stage, however issues are coming collectively.<\/strong><\/p>\n

In the meantime, we\u2019re getting our itchy ft and journey bug tended to by assembly with some pals from Memphis and Hawaii tourism boards, and distracting ourselves with visits to native museums we\u2019ve by no means been to.<\/p>\n

We additionally had the pleasure of assembly a real-life olympian and the Australian of the Year (similar particular person truly) and having fun with a wine or two with him.<\/p>\n

Christina\u2019s additionally been busy up on stage MC-ing like a legend. So it\u2019s all been taking place. Here\u2019s the entire story.<\/p>\n

Enjoy this Edition! Cheers\u2014Jim & Christina xx<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Christina<\/p>\n

Today we\u2019ve determined to move to Sydney\u2019s National Maritime Museum<\/a>. We can nearly see this place from our house, however for some cause we\u2019ve by no means been right here.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a brilliantly put collectively museum, even for those who\u2019re not into ships, the navy or something like that.<\/p>\n

In the primary constructing, there\u2019s an unlimited vary of sea-faring artefacts from pre- and post-colonial Australia. There\u2019s even a full-size navy helicopter hanging from the ceiling and even Kay Cottee\u2019s ship she sailed solo around the globe.<\/p>\n

But there\u2019s additionally an enchanting artwork part to the museum that\u2019s positively value testing too.<\/p>\n

\"Christina<\/p>\n

The Maritime Museum continues exterior on the water. The submarine HMAS Onslow<\/em>, which was decommissioned in 1999 after serving within the Australian navy for 30 years.<\/p>\n

\"Christina<\/p>\n

It\u2019s fairly daunting going contained in the submarine. The door hatch is small and the ladder down is steep, but it surely\u2019s fairly thrilling all the identical.<\/p>\n

Submarines are famously cramped and claustrophobic, however even figuring out that isn\u2019t sufficient preparation for the realisation of simply how squashed in an entire crew should be to man a ship like this.<\/p>\n

\"Inside<\/p>\n

Moving by way of the submarine, climbing by way of spherical doorways to every part, we\u2019re met by the volunteer guides who speak us by way of what we\u2019re seeing.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s fascinating simply how a lot is packed into each spare inch of this machine. Imagine a Swiss military knife however hole, waterproof and large enough to deal with as much as 69 crew, and the place each compartment, wall area, seat and desk has a number of makes use of and instruments connected.<\/p>\n

\"Betamax<\/p>\n

It\u2019s fairly a reduction to get out of the Onslow<\/em> if we\u2019re sincere. Next we go aboard the impressively named HMAS Vampire<\/em>, a destroyer that was in service between 1959 and 1986. There\u2019s even a Betamax within the mess to show the purpose.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s a lot area on this ship in comparison with the sub that we nearly don\u2019t know what to do with ourselves. It\u2019s so fascinating to have the ability to see what it\u2019s prefer to stroll the decks of those conflict machines, to assume that this was dwelling for thus many individuals for thus a few years.<\/p>\n

\"Jim<\/p>\n

Finally, we hop throughout the gangplank to the duplicate of the HMB Endeavour<\/em>, the ship that Cook famously sailed to Australia and explored the Pacific.<\/p>\n

This ship was solely in-built 1988, but it surely feels similar to you\u2019re aboard the actual factor from the 1700s. You can see all of the rigging and masts up shut. You may even go belowdecks to see the place the crew would have slept and ate, and the captain\u2019s cabin on the stern of the ship.<\/p>\n

Once once more although, there\u2019s not a lot area right here and climbing again out the place you may stand at full peak once more is a pleasure.<\/p>\n

\"Memphis<\/p>\n

This night, we\u2019re catching up with some pals and people from Memphis Tourism<\/a> down in one among Sydney\u2019s traditional subterranean speakeasies Stitch Bar<\/a>.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s nice to listen to extra about Memphis, Tennessee\u2019s\u2014actually America\u2019s\u2014dwelling of music. It is after all of the birthplace, dwelling and last resting place of Elvis Presley.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re catching up with the all-too-cool Chris Ingham to speak all issues Tennessee.<\/p>\n

\"Memphis<\/p>\n

Even higher, Stitch Bar is serving us superbly made Tennessee Bourbon Old Fashioneds whereas we chat about Memphis, it\u2019s music scene but in addition the variety of nice accommodations and the way it\u2019s actually lifting its tourism sport.<\/p>\n

Next American metropolis on our checklist for certain.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

It\u2019s an thrilling day immediately: Christina has gone for her subsequent jujitsu grading and has handed! She\u2019s now a green-tip belt, which suggests she\u2019s approach harder than me.<\/p>\n

Really impressed together with her and so pleased with how passionate she is about her new-found artwork. She solely joined this dojo a number of months in the past and with out figuring out anybody else there\u2013a frightening second even whenever you\u2019re a child, however much more so whenever you\u2019re an grownup!<\/p>\n

\"Hawaii<\/p>\n

This afternoon, I\u2019m flying solo at Hawai\u2019i Tourism\u2019s<\/a> newest grand tour Down Under on the lovely Botanic House in the midst of Sydney\u2019s Botanic Gardens.<\/p>\n

Bringing an enormous host of journey suppliers with all of them the best way from Hawai\u2019i, the board is speaking all issues aloha this lunchtime.<\/p>\n

\"Hawaii<\/p>\n

Over lunch, we hear from a number of individuals from Go Hawai\u2019i<\/a>, studying about a number of the wonderful locations to remain, issues to do and methods to get round these famously unique and exquisite islands.<\/p>\n

My new good friend Kelly Strickland from the unbelievable Kahala Resort<\/a> in Hololulu has me completely bought on this gorgeous residence, the place the likes of the Obamas, George Clooney and Dwayne Johnson come to commonly. Can\u2019t wait to cross the Pacific for this place!<\/p>\n

\"Tourism<\/p>\n

As a part of the lunch occasion, the entire Hawai\u2019ian entourage get collectively to sing us a standard welcome tune. It actually units the temper for the remainder of the day, despite the rain that\u2019s began falling proper in the midst of our meal.<\/p>\n

I come dwelling to Christina with so many plans of visiting this island paradise as quickly as we will!<\/p>\n

\"Fiery<\/p>\n

Some fascinating information within the spirits trade: Dubliner Liberties Distillery<\/a> has launched a brand new whiskey liqueur referred to as Fiery Irish in Australia.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not solely a tongue tornado however a tongue sizzler too, filled with warming flavours of chilli and cinnamon, good for the final couple of chilly Sydney months.<\/p>\n

You can decide up a bottle of Fiery Irish from $49.99 RRP at Dan Murphy\u2019s<\/a> and BWS<\/a> shops throughout Australia.<\/p>\n

I used to be presupposed to be on the launch occasion for this tasty new SKU, however sadly a funeral of a pricey household good friend took precedence.<\/p>\n

\"Leave<\/p>\n

Tonight, Christina and I are on the wonderful Olio Kensington Street<\/a> in Chippendale for a wine night to recollect.<\/p>\n

Hosted by Grant Burge Wines<\/a>, who’re starting their newest marketing campaign referred to as \u2018Leave Your Mark\u2019, this night is all about celebrating celebrating ambitions, reaching objectives and leaving our mark in society.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s an idea that ties in properly with this vineyard, which has been making very good wine for 5 generations and continues to take action.<\/p>\n

And it\u2019s an all-star solid right here tonight as properly.<\/p>\n

\"Leave<\/p>\n

MCing the night is none aside from comic, TV and radio presenter, creator and producer Charlie Pickering. He leads proceedings like he\u2019s performed it earlier than and entertains us with a number of well-chosen yarns.<\/p>\n

Now, Charlie\u2019s fairly well-known and it\u2019s fairly spectacular to listen to from him, however he\u2019s not the spotlight of the night.<\/p>\n

As properly as listening to from the wonderful Craig Stansborough\u2013Grant Burge\u2019s Chief Winemaker, who we\u2019ve truly met earlier than<\/a>, there\u2019s another person who\u2019s much more well-known\u2026<\/p>\n

\"Leave<\/p>\n

But earlier than we do, there\u2019s scrumptious wine to be drunk and meals to be eaten.<\/p>\n

The meal kicks off with an enormous dish of luxurious gnocchetti with Sicilian pork sausage , chestnut and beetroot.<\/p>\n

With it, two wines to style: the Holy Trinity GSM<\/a> 2020 that\u2019s balanced and filled with fruity flavours, and the Nebu Cabernet Shiraz<\/a> 2019. This is my favorite (for the entire night because it seems) with huge spicy and savoury notes, darkish cocoa and loads of oak.<\/p>\n

Our mains come out subsequent\u2013a big charred wagyu tenderloin with a 9+ marble rating, porcini mushroom souffl\u00e9, black truffles and a jus made with Grant Burge wine. It\u2019s a formidable dish expertly executed and exemplary of this glorious restaurant.<\/p>\n

Wine for this course is one thing particular too: the notable Filsell Shiraz<\/a> 2020, which is an iconically Barossan wine, filled with plump fruit and loads of construction. But subsequent to it is a glass of the Grant Burge flagship wine. The Meshach Shiraz<\/a>. From the 2018 classic\u2013they usually don\u2019t make this wine yearly, this extremely acclaimed purple is superbly complicated, brilliantly balanced and resonating with restrained energy.<\/p>\n

\"Charlie<\/p>\n

But again to the actual hero of the night, we\u2019re joined by Grant Burge\u2019s new ambassador, two-time Paralympic gold medalist and Australian of the Year 2022 Dylan Alcott AO.<\/p>\n

Dylan talks to his mate Charlie about his life and the way it felt to have so many successes and honours bestowed upon him, and the way they join together with his present function with Grant Burge. And though most of us won’t ever have any of those experiences that Dylan\u2019s labored so laborious to attain, he\u2019s extremely relatable and humble.<\/p>\n

Most considerably, this Golden Slam winner launched the Dylan Alcott Foundation in 2021, which helps younger Australians with a incapacity obtain their objectives within the office, in sport or at college.<\/p>\n

\"Dylan<\/p>\n

Dylan even passes his two Olympic gold medals out for us all to have a look at whereas he and Charlie speak. But somewhat than him being treasured about them, he simply pulls them out of his pocket saying: \u201cpeople seem to want to see these, so here you go.\u201d<\/p>\n

They\u2019re surprisingly heavy, however for those who ever meet Dylan, don\u2019t inform him that. Apparently, he\u2019s heard that earlier than!<\/p>\n

\"Leave<\/p>\n

To end our meal, first some aged pecorino and a glass of the Grant Burge Shadrach Cabernet 2018 land in entrance of us, adopted by a heat ricotta, egg and darkish chocolate tart with cinnamon ice cream served with a 20-year-old Tawny.<\/p>\n

Needless to say, we\u2019re hale and hearty by the point it\u2019s time to go dwelling!<\/p>\n

\"Jim<\/p>\n

It\u2019s been the strangest season of soccer I\u2019ve ever recognized, but it surely\u2019s lastly come to an finish. And what an finish. With rain delaying, cancelling and suspending so many matches this 12 months, it\u2019s wonderful we even received to the end line.<\/p>\n

But right here I’m.<\/p>\n

Our staff have been valiant, taking part in not simply the 90 minutes of ordinary time however then one other 20 of golden objective additional time. When that last whistle on our grand last sounded and the sport stood at 2-2, there was nothing else to do however watch the Fates open their golden e-book.<\/p>\n

The penalty shoot-out that adopted broke all our hearts, leaving us with solely silver medals, however medals nonetheless. There\u2019s all the time subsequent season, I\u2019m informed.<\/p>\n

\"Christina<\/p>\n

On the identical day as my last, Christina is way more efficiently scoring objectives!<\/p>\n

This weekend she\u2019s internet hosting A Little Bit Shaken, A Little Bit Stirred. This a marathon 4 occasions, on stage as MC for Nip of Courage<\/a> on the YCK Laneways<\/a> and Front & Centre Festival for Women of Australian Distilling<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What does this all imply?<\/p>\n

YCK Laneways is a consortium of impartial hospitality, retail, leisure and company companies within the precinct between the QVB and Wynyard on York, Clarence and Kent Streets.<\/p>\n

YCK Laneways is working along with Front & Centre, which is a pageant selling feminine and non-binary creatives in a month-long showcase of over 50 occasions.<\/p>\n

One of those occasions, run by Nip of Courage<\/a>, the preeminent Australian craft spirit wholesaler, distributor, educator and on-line store, and Women of Australian Distilling<\/a>, is championing the ladies who work within the trade, from blenders and distillers to bar workers and hospos to higher administration and venue homeowners.<\/p>\n

\"Christina<\/p>\n

There are 4 separate masterclasses inside this two-day occasion, every has two ladies from completely different distilleries, and every has two spirits to style and two cocktails that the viewers learns to combine for themselves.<\/p>\n

Of course, Christina is the right host and runs the occasion like a boss.<\/p>\n

The first day sees Christina introduce Celia Wynne from Naught Distilling<\/a> and Gemma Duff from Poor Toms<\/a>, then Natalie Ng from Tilde~ Distillery<\/a> and Door Knock Bar<\/a>, and Ash Clinton from Grainshaker Vodka<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Day Two\u2013proven right here\u2013has Joey Tai from Anther Distillery<\/a> and Sarah Wallace from Animus Distillery<\/a>, then Lisa Truscott from Archie Rose Distillery<\/a> and Carlie Dyer from Starward<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"YCK<\/p>\n

I don\u2019t like magic reveals or pantomimes, however that is the form of viewers participation that I might get into! Everyone within the viewers does an incredible job with their cocktails, underneath the cautious steering of Christina and co.<\/p>\n

And we\u2019re all stored fed by the devilish pecan p\u00e2t\u00e9 on our tables from Claire Von Vuuren\u2013owner-chef on the extraordinary Bloodwood Bar and Restaurant<\/a> in Newtown.<\/p>\n

\"Christina<\/p>\n

Pictured: Christina Butcher, Carlie Dyer \u2013 Starward, Lisa Truscott, Archie Rose, and Kathleen Davies \u2013 founding proprietor of Nip of Courage and Women of Australian Distilling, and professional photobomber<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\"Christina<\/p>\n

At the top of the third occasion, we heard some extra thrilling information\u2013an unique within the Australian craft distilling world.<\/p>\n

Joey Tai, one of many distillers at Anther, has launched her personal gin. Calling it Moon Cake Gin<\/a> after the delicacy from her Hong Kong homeland that’s eaten to rejoice mid-autumn and lunar appreciation, this gin is superbly balanced subtle gin.<\/p>\n

It performs with flavours from native Australian botanicals but in addition with notes you\u2019d anticipate from a gin referred to as Moon Cake: purple date, lotus seeds and rose. It\u2019s a martini ready to occur.<\/p>\n

\"Jim<\/p>\n

We hope you\u2019ve loved this Edition. Have enjoyable and dwell properly.<\/p>\n

Jim & Christina x<\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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