Architecture a la Berlin

 

21st century Berlin is the flipside of its near past. In the just under 20 years since the fall of the wall, Berlin has managed to transform its cityscapes and architecture dramatically during the last decades.
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Having lived in Germany’s vibrant capital, no day is like another, every morning a new breathtaking architectural design surprises you [...]

Work insights from the old continent

Why is it that brands from the old continent always come up with these new innovative ways to enhance our life, both personally and professionally?
This time, Swedish office design furniture brand Kinnarps sheds some light on the place we spend most of our time - work!
I was equally scared and excited to found [...]

‘Swede’ Compassion

Swedish bicycle manufacturer, Skeppshult, yet another Scandinavian brand making its mark in Australia, is auctioning four limited edition PINK V BIKES signed by some of Australia’s favourite celebrities and produced exclusively for the National Breast Cancer Foundation, to raise money for breast cancer research.
As a keen biker, I am quite excited about this funky [...]

Three stripes and two wheels

As a dedicated scooterist and life-long wearer of the work of Adi Dassler (both on and off the field) I was excited to hear about the recent brand partnership between adidas Originals and Vespa – two of my favourite European brands!
As licensing.biz reports: “The Adidas Originals Vespa collection features men’s footwear and apparel which ‘celebrates [...]

Eyes-wide shut dining experience

Looking for a dining experience with a difference?
Throughout the month of June, Spanish food lovers are invited to a blind-folded tapas experience!
The events will take place in the following restaurants across Australia:

Adelaide – XO Tapas Bar June 10, 2009Â
Brisbane – Miro Restaurante June 18, 2009Â
Canberra – Parlour Wine Room June 17, 2009Â
Melbourne – Sotano June [...]

Mingling with the Italians

Last month, Carpe Diem was invited to an Apertivo night hosted by the Italian Chamber of Commerce at uber-chic – Pendolino Ristorante in Sydney’s Strand Arcade.Â
The night included an engaging talk on Australian and Italian olive oils by chef and restaurant owner, Nino Zoccali and ABC Radio presenter Simon Marnie.
Guests sampled a selection of delicious [...]

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