Author: OutInCanberra

Olims makes triple win at AHA Awards

Posted by | Jul 29, 2008 | , |

The iconic Olims Hotel which has been entertaining Canberrans for over 80 years, made a triple win at the Australian Hotels Association awards held last month.

AHA General Manager Steven Fanner offered congratulations to all winners, but made particular note of Olims, being one of two most awarded venues.

“Olims has shown the value of refurbishing an existing venue by taking out not only the Best Redeveloped Venue award but also the Best Outdoor Entertainment Area and Best Sporting & Gaming Entertainment,” he said.

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Chi-Koo with your Darlingheart

Posted by | Jul 28, 2008 | |

Two months ago Chi-Koo Kids made the move to Manuka from Mawson. The bigger, brighter, more accessible shop on Franklin Street is now very much at home amongst Canberra’s trendiest café and boutique district.

Chi-Koo Kids Director Sharon, a vibrant mother of two, certainly has been busy. Amidst the relocation of Chi-Koo Kids and a huge winter sale, Sharon has somehow found the time to design her very own children’s fashion label, Darlingheart.

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Flint, the new spark of Canberra’s dining industry

Posted by | Jul 25, 2008 | |

Head chefs and brothers Grant and Spencer Kells have brought to Canberra their love for cooking, refined skills and exciting flair with the newly opened Flint Dining Room & Bar.

Located in the New Acton Pavilion behind the Diamant Hotel, the Kells’ restaurant combines top cuisine in a laid back atmosphere.

“Good food in a casual environment is the best way to put it,” said older brother Spencer Kells.

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El Dorado celebrates 21 years in Canberra

Posted by | Jul 15, 2008 | |

Serving up some of the largest steaks in the capital for over two decades, El Dorado in Dickson is celebrating its 21st birthday this year and is inviting everyone to take advantage of the crazy specials available in the month of July.

Co-owners Chris and Johnny have been busy bringing the restaurant out of the 80’s with modern lighting, a new paint-job and carpeting in addition to some exciting new changes to the menu.

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Winter sale heats up at Carmen Steffens

Posted by | Jul 15, 2008 | |

It’s well and truly that time of year again. The days are cold and short, the heating is set to high, and the shops are filled with all kinds of cosy knits and warm coats. Winter is well underway, and with winter comes mid-year winter sales!

Winter is the time of year that fashion designers claim to prefer designing for. With winter fashion comes textures, colours (although too often these are just shades of black and grey), trims, and multiple layers of clothing.

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