Thin-Crust Pide With Spicy Lamb Topping

When I say thin-crust pizza is Italy’s answer to lahmacun (pronounced ‘lah-mahjun‘), I’m not trying to start a fight. The idea of putting spiced mince on a disc of dough would have occurred to human beings long before there were nations called Italy or Turkey—or for that matter Armenia, Greece or Syria—all of whom have…

ByThe Carousel20/02/2015

Make-Up News & Trends

Get Inspired With This Wild New Look

No, it’s not Halloween just yet, but we’re already lusting over the makeup exhibited at The Ivy’s renowned event, Pacha. Voted as 2014's Best Club Night of the Year, Pacha wows the crowd every Saturday night in Sydney with a killer DJ lineup, unforgettable atmosphere, and performers that dance above and around the main dancefloor.…

ByIantha Yu20/02/2015

Technology

Here’s A Revolutionary New Way To Raise Money In Your Sleep For Surfaid

Imagine if you could donate money in your sleep to a great cause, without it costing you a cent. Well, that’s exactly what charity organisation SurfAid has made possible. In a world first, SurfAid has partnered exclusively with well-known music streaming service Spotify to create an album featuring relaxing sounds of the surf. The…

ByYvette Le Grew19/02/2015

Entertaining & Wine Healthy Quick & Easy

Wild Thyme & Blood Orange Salad

The region was formerly part of Syria, only added to the Turkish republic in 1938, so its food is surprising to most Turks. In addition to this salad, we can credit the Antakyans with künefe (page 334) and muhammara sauce (page 247). Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 10 thyme sprigs 5 oregano sprigs 3 spring onions (scallions) 1 green chilli…

ByThe Carousel19/02/2015

Celeb Style News & Trends

Behind The Scenes With Brazilian Supermodel Adriana Lima…

Put Brazilian model Adriana Lima, Indian actress Deepika Padukone and Chinese actress Liu Shi-Shi on a shoot together and POW - you have one super sexy situation! The faces and muses of the new Vogue Eyewear campaign kick off its new Spring-Summer 2015 collection in glam style representing the young, curious and fashion-forward female. Colours and…

ByYvette Le Grew19/02/2015

Get The Look News & Trends

It’s Time For The Latest Trend Alert: Watch This!

A statement Watch is the must-have fashion accessory with a practical twist this season. Look out for shiny black metal faces, white diamond studded dials, or understated brown leather straps - they’re all currently on trend. And whether you prefer your timepiece to be straight-forward or to double as a bracelet, right now there’s…

ByNedahl Stelio19/02/2015

Make-Up News & Trends

Go Bright for Mardi Gras

Bold and brash is the way to go when it comes to dressing up for Sydney Mardi Gras, especially if you’re hitting up the party on March 7 with superstars Dannii Minogue, Nick Jonas and Jessica Mauboy on stage. Here’s our round-up of the best buys to get into the spirit for the special celebration. Go Bright for…

ByIantha Yu19/02/2015

Hair Skin & Body News & Trends

Are You Cleansing Correctly? Take This Quiz To Find Out…

Hang on, it’s not like there’s a right way or a wrong way to cleanse your face… is there? Er, technically, yes. Well, more specifically, there’s definitely a more effective way to cleanse your face where you’re getting a better result for less effort (my kind of idea of doing anything really!). The whole idea…

ByNedahl Stelio18/02/2015

Homes

Home Decorating: Max Your Style With Challenging Small Spaces

Decorating small spaces can be a tricky challenge to get right, but as award-winning interior designer Greg Natale explains, it’s the little touches than can make a big difference… Tip #1 Let smaller furniture pieces take a stand Reduce it “In a limited space, opt for smaller furniture, not less of it. Choose…

ByThe Carousel18/02/2015

Fitness Wellness & Health

Update Your Gym Style With These Great Buys Under $50

The year has flown past and if you’re still looking for a reason to hit up aerial yoga or ViPR for the first time, then this is it. We’ve rounded up 5 good reasons priced at under $50 to get you motivated. Let’s go… A machine-washable drawstring bag for less than the…

ByIantha Yu18/02/2015