Monthly Archives: April 2012

Mount Tomah Botanic Garden, Blue Mountains

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Chopinand

The falling leaves drift by my window The falling leaves of red and gold I see your lips, the summer kisses The sunburnt hands I used to hold Since you went away the days grow long And soon I’ll hear … Continue reading →

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First Blogiversary winner announced

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Chopinand

We wish to announce the winner of the giveaway above from our First Blogiversary blogpost goes to: leaf, writer of the indolent cook food blog. We share your sentiments the Ipoh hor fun recipe is one of our all-time favourites and a … Continue reading →

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The Wine International Group Sydney (TWIGS) Annual Dinner 2012

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Chopinand

“The best way to enjoy a great wine is to pair it with three important things – great food, great music and great company.” ~ Chopinand ~~~~~~~~O~~~~~~~~ What do you get when you put a group of wine lovers together who … Continue reading →

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Hatch Cottage, Moss Vale, Southern Highlands

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Chopinand

When we visited the Southern Highlands in autumn last year, we were really enchanted by the beautiful colours of the trees and vegetation. We are just a little early this year but nevertheless, we see so many beautiful colours around … Continue reading →

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Chestnut picking in the Southern Highlands

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Chopinand

“It’s a glorious autumn day, what are we going to do?”, Mysaucepan summons urgently. We are at the Southern Highlands during the Easter break for a second year in a row. We conjour beautiful memories of our Southern Highlands trip … Continue reading →

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ChopinandMysaucepan – First Blogiversary

Posted on April 8, 2012 by Chopinand

“Life is not about the length of our time here but moments in time that give us inner peace. By capturing these moments on this blog, it is my hope it will also help you to relive your moments in … Continue reading →

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Momofuku pork buns

Posted on April 1, 2012 by Chopinand

It was a much anticipated affair when Momofuku Seiobo opened at Sydney’s newly refurbished casino, The Star in October 2011. What’s all the fuss you might ask? Well it is Korean-American celebrity chef David Chang‘s first restaurant foray into the … Continue reading →

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