Spell Brendan Walter 8 Movie

Predictable, but well produced, shot, acted, soundtracked and ultimately enjoyable movie. The drab Icelandic scenery was a bit disappointing – this is not a tourism piece – but the overall aura was compelling. Achievable on what should be a modest team and budget?

What’s Wrong With This Picture? John McCaffrey 8 Book

Very short book of short stories. Enjoyable, succinct and at its best, reminiscent of Roald Dahl’s shorts

And In The Darkness Hearts Aglow Weyes Blood 8 Music

Loving the slow tempo and depressing lyrics about life after the pandemic

SMITHEREENS Joji 8 Music

Deep bass, thick and mellow vibes. Makes me sleepy but in a good way

A Normal Heart Larry Kramer 8 Show

Production design was perfect. Two very strong leads, and some average supporting cast. However was very effective in appealing to the audience’s emotions. First half was better than the second which became too “shouty”

Passenger (supported by Hollow Coves) Passenger 8 Show

Accomplished, expected and entertaining acoustic set

Renaissance Beyoncé 8 Music

Clubby, empowering, and powerful self affirming music

Gemini Rights Steve Lacy 8 Music

If I could, I would have purchased the CD. Gay funk pop rap? Don’t know why this resonates with me so much right now, but it feels sunny and joyous

The Black Phone Scott Derrickson 8 Movie

A thrilling and creepy movie with some pretty good child actor performances. Good for a free movie and some entertaining jump scares

Supernormal Andrew McConnell, Victoria 8 Food

I had an excellent time – thank you to your restaurant’s army of staff, from your front of house, to your chefs and wait staff – I felt very well looked after during my banquet (#1) experience. Food wise, I thought the snacks were amazing, but as the banquet progressed, the use of dried chilli […]

Tkay Maidza (as part of Rising festival) Tkay Maidza 8 Show

Thoroughly enjoyable. Tkay is so cute, so down to earth and so gracious. Great staging too

Chip ‘n’ Dale Akiva Schaffer 8 Movie

A movie full of retro cartoon references. Cute and endearing. Like a cross between “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” and a Gorillaz music video

A Place to Fall Apart Lisa Mitchell 8 Music

Zen to the point of almost being anodyne. But what I need right now

Heartstopper Alice Oseman, Euros Lyn 8 Television

Very cute, very pure, well casted, acted with sincerity and honesty

The Holy Mountain Alejandro Jodorowsky 8 Movie

Every frame is beautiful, relentless in its originality and ambition. It’s absurdness still holds up after all this time

We Will Always Love You The Avalanches 8 Music

Thoughtful and ambitious album that is tinged with bright melancholic nostalgia

Telenova (supported by Approachable Members of Your Local Community) Telenova 8 Show

Really fun intimate vibe – rare instance where the live performance is better than the recording

Inflorescent Friendly Fires 8 Music

Dancey calypso throwback music. Kinda what I need right now

Crash Charlie XCX 8 Music

Haven’t even finished listening to this album and I know I love it

The Duke Roger Mitchell 8 Movie

Made me cry. Totally drawn into the world of people and their deep care for each other

Slut Pop Kim Petras 8 Music

Sharp and gaudy gem of vacuous pop

Zola Janicza Bravo 8 Movie

Raw, gritty and fun

Hancook Korean Restaurant South Australia 8 Food

This place does a roaring trade on weeknights in the suburbs which is testament to how good it is. No wonder as the food is great and the servings generous. I would suggest going here with a largish group. That way you’ll be able to try more dishes without ending up with too much food. […]

Le Riad Restaurant South Australia 8 Food

I really enjoyed my meal here. We had the sweet lamb tagine and a rustic mixed grill which were both great – not fancy by any measure but definitely tasty. The restaurant setting is a little dark, but has a unpretentious and eclectic style which gives you plenty to look at. Just as well as […]

Hide ‘n Seek Thai Bar South Australia 8 Food

First and foremost, absolutely no complaints with the food and service here – both were very good. On the bad side, due to the design of this restaurant, there is a high probability that you will leave with your clothes smelling like your meal. This might be annoying for some, but for me, it was […]

Juroheunghal Korean Sojubar South Australia 8 Food

Any place that serves soju and half decent Korean fried chicken until 3am in the morning on a weekend is already pretty awesome in my opinion. Add to that, the comfy and relatively quiet setting and you have a great chill out place. A great place to take mates near the end of a night […]

Honki Tonki South Australia 8 Food

Honki Tonki is surprisingly good. Good food, in good portions at fair prices. It’s been a while since they’ve first opened, so the trendy and deliberate Asian fit out now has a real authentic and grimy feel. It’s so authentic that you might question whether or not it’s safe to eat here. Don’t worry though! […]

Kaffana South Australia 8 Food

The food here is good, but it’s the service that really made this place stand out for me. I’m not sure if everyone would get the same experience as what me and my dining group had – for us, it felt like we’d been invited into someone’s family home. Food was brought out with evident […]

Levant Eatery South Australia 8 Food

It was really really really hard for me to go here. If I’m down this end of Hindley Street, it normally means huge chunky Yianni’s Yiros time. With that said, I’m really really really glad I tried Levant Eatery! The food here is excellent and you can tell the owners take great pride in it. […]

Kalymnos Pastries South Australia 8 Food

The most incredibly light, flaky and tasty spanakopita I’ve ever had served by the cutest old women. I still haven’t managed to try everything here yet, but it’s all been pretty good so far! 1 Helpful vote Location Torrensville

Mr. Bulgogi South Australia 8 Food

A great, casual lunch place. Decor is possibly on the slightly cold/Spartan side, but with the big round table (capable of seating 9 or so) at the back, this just makes it ideal for something like a big work group lunch break. Imagine having Korean fried chicken for a work lunch! That’s the kind of […]

Chicken Coop South Australia 8 Food

I think there should be some sort of qualification, similar to a barista when it comes to the use of a deep fryer. You wouldn’t think it, but given the same source materials – oil, frozen chips, battered chicken, so on – you can get wildly different results. For some places, being able to deliver […]

Citi Zen Chinese South Australia 8 Food

The best thing about this place is the space. Can you imagine? Yum cha in Adelaide that 1) doesn’t involve waiting half an hour past your booking for a spot, 2) not being squeezed into a tiny niche and 3) has clean cutlery and crockery. Amazing. Life changing even. While the perfect number of people […]

Samtass Brothers Seafood Street Cafe South Australia 8 Food

Don’t let looks deceive you – or for that matter, the cheap prices – this place serves up generous and high quality seafood meals. Service is always friendly and condiments are free if you eat on site. Yes. That includes unlimited tartare sauce! Just pick a sunny day as you will be eating outside under […]

Livefast Lifestyle Cafe Victoria 8 Food

Finally! A place that actually does good food in this area! You’d think with the number of tourists who come to this area that there would be more competition, but Livefast is among the very few that are actually competent. An oasis in the bush. Location Halls Gap, Halls Gap

Mai’s Lunch Bar South Australia 8 Food

People – stop spelling it baHN mi. It’s baNH mi. It’s a Viet dish not a German road. With that out of the way, my review for this place… Crusty bread, fresh ingredients, perfect meat to salad ratio, good pickle flavour plus a whole bunch of side options available. Pretty good all round. Mega points […]

Maid Mice South Australia 8 Food

As another reviewer commented, it’s really hard to hate this place. The service is superlatively friendly and the food is good. Not Vietnamese – more just Asian inspired. It knows the area and it’s audience well and has adjusted it’s menu and prices accordingly. Worth going for the service alone. 2 Votes for helpful Location […]

Phonatic South Australia 8 Food

The competitive CBD Vietnamese dining scene has just been dialled up another notch. Expensive fit outs, comprehensive menus, huge servings and now western suburb prices in the city. It’s a little crazy but for less than $20 you will now be able to get a belly bursting amount food – and it’s good food at […]

Cherry Darlings Bakehouse South Australia 8 Food

Very friendly staff, quaint setting and most importantly, very yummy baked desserts and savoury treats. Would please both vegan and non vegan eaters alike. 1 Helpful vote Location Aroha Terrace, Forestville, Adelaide, SA