Food Mythology
If the old adage ‘you are what you eat’ was meant to be taken literally, I would have completed my transformation into a freakish cornflake/girl hybrid by about the age…
Mystery Meat
I still remember the last meat I ate. It was a caesar wrap from Macca’s, the crispy deep fried chicken in perfect harmony with its attendant bacon. But it left…
Gamer Culture Has A Complacency Problem
It’s rarely acknowledged by those within gamer culture, but it must be addressed when attempting to define its problems: gaming is a hobby exclusive to the privileged. A game itself…
How to be a Wine Snob on a Budget
Welcome to UWA! You are now situated in the heart of not only the Golden Triangle, but also a heaving mass of young, sexually excited ladies and gents. Hooray! But…
Carbonara Quest
As a food lover, it feels appropriate to go on a heroic quest to find the best version of a favourite dish. In my case, the dish is the beloved…
Overlooked Gems of Guild Catering
“Take a chance on me” – ABBA MAKE YOUR OWN SANDWICH Making your first DIY sandwich at Hackett café is an intimidating experience. People are impatiently queuing behind you, you’re…
Eating Insects
During any exotic holiday, some will admit to eating insects from a roadside stall. But in everyday life, us Westerners usually reach for the bug spray when we see a…
Fuck Jamie Oliver
Picture this: the beautiful scenery of Stockholm coming into view, its gorgeous side streets and monuments backed by the lush strings of “Viva La Vida”. Out of nowhere, an all…
Interview: A Few Firsts with Daniel Connell
Daniel Connell is a comedian based in Melbourne, and has performed solo shows at Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Adelaide Fringe, Perth Fringe & The Canberra Comedy Festival. He returns to…