I'm not exactly sure of the meaning behind this, but I do like the idea of toast & gradients. via Present & Correct . . .
Whimsical Treats
Andy Warhol. We all know him for his Campbell soup cans & pop art but I'm discovering some of his other works little by little. Am particularly taken by my most recent discovery – these sweet illustrations of cakes: These drawings by Warhol and recipes by his friend Suzie Frankfurt were a whimsical take on the haute cuisine cookbooks of the 1950s. The book never quite took off in . . .
Typography Pie
I must bake this one day. via A Subtle Revelry . . .
Reach High
My favourite quote of the day... Could definitely do with a cookie right now. . . .
Jumping Art
That moment of time where the phrase runs true, and where something (or someone) feels so close, yet so far. That's probably how these cards felt in this situation: Japanese artist Yuki Matsueda is a recent graduate from the Tokyo University of the Arts and holds a PhD in design. Instead of deciding to take the ordinary route of using a flat canvas, he used his love for art to do something a . . .
Flying Stuff
That awkward moment when you spill your drink. The whole thing seems to happen in slow motion and before you know it, the contents of your cup are now on your lap (or someone else's). Either way, rapid napkin blotting often does not suffice so you briskly walk to the bathroom and come out with a wet patch that you hope will be unnoticed - normally it's not. That situation might sound familiar to . . .
Five Days
Not only did I get a wonderful 2 weeks back in Perth (my hometown, for those unaware) - I now have 5 days off to do absolutely nothing. Bless China and their many public holidays. Perth was a colourful burst of comfort, catch-ups, friends and family. Having enough of food restrictions in Shanghai due to food scandals and bird flu outbreaks, I ate everything and anything that came my way. I mean . . .
Fishy Business
Awesome packaging is awesome. Okay, that is probably one of the most redundant statements I have made. But really, packaging does make all the difference. Those of you who have bought fresh fish know those off-white papery packets that get slimy in your grocery bags and seem impossible to close once you tear off that barcoded sticker. Or the clingwrapped polystyrene tray which has the tendency to . . .
Perfect Pairs
Today marks our six year anniversary. The first boyfriend. The ex-best friend. The one who I asked not to tell anyone when we first started dating, just in case it didn't last longer than a week (everyone found out anyway). However, looks like it worked out just fine... This is just something that I was going to blog about a long time ago, but never got around to it. Let me just be sickly sweet . . .
Fruits of Labour
Came across this little food photography gem today. We've seen enough photography where every single shot seems to looks amazing, just because they have mastered the use of a macro lens. All food seems to look better close up. Alexis Clements changes things up a little and lines her ingredients up in an orderly manner. Attention to detail, careful arrangement, and awareness of light. Every photo . . .