James St: Winter Wisdoms 2015

Winter Wisdoms 2015

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Wisdom comes with winters- Oscar Wilde

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If you think winter is all about pull-ing the shutters and hibernating, it’s time to reconsider. The cooler months see James St turn up the heat, thanks to clear days and the anticipation of a new season to inspire and excite you.

This winter compendium is designed to encourage you to shake off the urge to hunker down, and instead of making best friends with the doona,

help you make the most of the season ahead. We have tapped into the wisdom and collective conscious of James St’s local talent to bring you a round-up of tips and tricks to get you through winter in style.

We meet with stylist extraordinaire Sarah Birchley to discuss her winter fashion advice, go behind-the-scenes on a whirlwind buying trip to Hong

Kong with Molten Store’s Jessy Cam-eron, swap foodie tips with the James St Market’s Michael Dean and learn the tricks of the trade from Outshine’s Meaghan South.

In James St, there is no shortage of antidotes to the cold weather blues, so explore with us this winter and con-tinue to support local businesses.

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Special thanks to our models Natalia and Rhys

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MAC Pro

Brooklyn Beauty Bar

Endota Spa

Libertine Parfumerie

Mecca Cosmetica

Outshine Beauty Medispa

Thann Day Spa

Winter Wellbeing

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Aje.

Blonde Venus

Leona Edmiston

Gail Sorronda

Easton Pearson

Gorman

Richards & Richards

KOOKAÏ

Lee Mathews

Camargue

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Winter in the Kitchen

Angelo’s Fresh Pasta Products

Gerard’s Bar

Bucci Restaurant

Gerard’s Bistro

Harveys Bar + Bistro

James St Cooking School

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Nudie Jeans

Samantha Ogilvie

Sans Peur Workshop

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Stone and Metal

Witchery

Bailey Nelson

Maryon’s Shoes

Eeni Meeni Miini Moh

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MJS Jewellery

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Winter Light

Eurowalls

Greenhouse

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Phoebe Stephens Flowers

REDSEA Gallery

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Winter doesn’t have to mean tangled locks and troublesome skin. Discover all you need to primp and prime during the colder months

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if winter were an eyeshadow what would it be? I think it would be a warm maroon-purple, the colour of mulled wine. It suits most complexions and adds a sultry touch for those winter nights!

what is the secret to perfect winter skin? Hydration! Endless applications of moisturiser and lip conditioner! Try our Careblend oil for ultimate hydration in winter.

what is your favourite winter indulgence? Chow House’s peanut butter cookie. Ask for it warmed up.

what is your ultimate winter travel destination? I’m going to Europe in July – but it will be summer there and I’m so excited to visit Paris, Venice and Barcelona!

Chloe Turner, MAC Pro Team

M.A.C Lightful C marine-bright softening lotion $45 M.A.C Mineralize moisture SPF15 foundation $49 M.A.C Prep + Prime moisture infusion $65 M.A.C Prep + Prime essential oils $36 M.A.C Prep + Prime lip conditioner $20

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if winter were a nail polish colour what would it be? If I want to feel toasty and warm during the cold win-ter months, a fresh manicure with a deep red or plum is just what I need.

what is the secret to perfect win-ter skin? Winter can be a very harsh time on your skin. you can’t go past a ‘Go & Glow Facial’ and applying ‘Dr Spiller collagen cream’ every morn-ing and night, to maintain your radi-ance and hydration during this cruel weather.

what is your favourite winter in-dulgence? Nothing says indulgence to me more than a pedicure with your best friends, and don’t forget the fl ow-ing champagne.

Brooke Jesberg, Owner

OPI nail polishes Dr Spiller collagen crème, Propolis night cream, Vitamin C-plus tagescreme & Eye contour balm


what is your favourite winter indulgence? A full body moisturise treatment of honey exfoliation, yogurt cocoon, lily pily moisturiser and a one-hour relaxation massage with organic Endota macadamia oil! 2 hours of blissful you time.

if winter were an essential oil what would it be? “Breathe” - an Endota blended organic smell that has hints of eucalyptus and lavender. It will make any room feel warm and inviting and clear out any cold and fl u issues.

what is the secret to perfect winter skin? Skin Hydrating booster from Dermalogica - a concentrated serum to beat fl aky skin, which is perfect to wear to bed at night.

Matthew Cooley, Owner

Heat collar $60Hot water bottle $20Endota Spa robes $80 Dermalogica cleansers from $51Book any Endota facial and receive a free cleanser

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what is one scent that should be in everyone’s winter home? Epic Man. what fragrance makes you think of winter? Growing up I used to wear Fahrenheit by Christian Dior and this reminds me of winter.

what is your ultimate winter travel destination? Palm Cove to escape the Brisbane weather.

if winter were a scent what would it be? Royal Oud by Creed or Epic Man from Amouage; woods and spices.

Where would we fi nd you hiding out on a winter’s day in James st? Coff ee at Harveys and shopping at Richards & Richards for men’s suiting.

Dan McCormack,National Retail Manager


Cire Trudon Candle Odalisque $105Creed Original Vetiver 75ml $289

Amouage Journey Woman 100ml $449Tom Dixon Candle Orientalist $113

L’Artisan Ambre Ball (medium) $192

Libertine ParfuMerie

what is the one winter essential nobody should be without? A lux-urious facial oil to nourish your skin when it’s battling the elements. The Chantecaille Rose de Mai facial oil feels like such an indulgence on the skin – the oil is infused with the petals of fi ve diff erent roses. Massage on the skin at night and you will feel revital-ised yet rested.

what is one item that should be in everyone’s winter beauty bag? A bold lip never goes out of style but particularly in winter, decadent berry and red tones feel so right for the sea-son. The NARS Audacious Lipsticks are best-sellers for a reason, with a fail-safe, creamy formula that lasts and incredible bold shades that give a beautiful matte fi nish.

what is one scent that should be in everyone’s winter home? Dip-tyque’s Feu de Bois candle evokes the scent of a burning log fi re. This fra-granced candle is the smell of winter and will instantly transport you with its sophisticated scent.

Samantha Droney, James St Manager

Mecca cosMetica

Ren Moroccan rose body polish $70Omorovicza thermal cleansing balm $92 Elemental herbology tree of life balm $44Hourglass modernist eyeshadow palette $76 NARS audacious lipstick, Greta & Barbara $47 each



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what is the one winter essen-tial nobody should be without? A healthy glow! This can be achieved by eating foods that nourish, cleanse and protect your body, in conjunc-tion with exercise that makes you feel good. Always ensure you have enough downtime to replenish your energies regularly, and engage a skin profes-sional to refi ne and reveal your inner vitality.

what is one item that should be in everyone’s winter beauty bag? ultraceuticals B2 Serum is the must-have product this winter. Packed with the power of Vitamin B5 (Pan-thenol), combined with Hyaluronic Acid (capable of holding up to 1000 times its own weight in water) and enriched with anti-ageing Vitamin B3 (niacinamide), this moisturising must-have works to visibly plump and reduce fi ne lines and wrinkles to give the skin a supple, dewy and more youthful appearance. Our guests who travel regularly keep their B2 serum on hand to provide their skin with

Issada mineral lip crayons $48 eaUltraceuticals replenishing mask $68 Ultraceuticals exfoliating gel $59

lashings of moisture to combat the drying eff ects of planes, air-conditioning, stress and cold weather.

what’s your idea of a per-fect winter date? A bush walk in the cold mountains (I love O’Reilly’s) followed by a fabulous massage then a deli-cious glass of biodynamic red, snuggled with my beloved man by a roaring fi re. Heaven!

Meaghan South, Owner


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if winter were an essential oil what would it be? A tangerine and nutmeg blend - it’s uplifting but with ambience and mood, a perfect blend for a winter evening.

what is the secret to perfect winter skin? Hydration is the key to perfect skin all year round, but during winter drying winds, hotter showers and cooler

temperatures mean our skin needs extra moisture to keep hydration up and locked in.

what is one item that should be in everyone’s winter beauty bag? A pot of Thann Rice Extract Lip Balm to keep lips soft and supple. It’s also great for the cuticles around your nails.

Denise Rea, Owner

Rice extract lip balm $30Detoxifying clay mask $59 Thann shiso body butter $80 Rice extract moisturising cream $65 Thann aromatic wood shower cream $40


• avoid sugar and processed foods, white breads, fl ours, pasta and rice. It is proven that an excess of sugar can be detrimental to your immune system and most of us will experience a rebound drop in energy after eating these foods. There are lots of great alternatives for sugar - I have recently embraced the Paleo way and am enjoying a clearer head and more sustained energy.

• Bone broth has many secret an-ti-aging benefi ts. I make a pot of soul-satisfying chicken broth every week and enjoy a cup each day. It’s full of nutrients and minerals, fi lls you up and warms you down to your toes, so you’re never tempted to over-eat or snack on junk that ages your body and lowers your immunity.

• Start the day with a hot shower, and before you get out, switch to cold for 15 seconds. This revitalises the skin by stimulating the fl ow of blood through the body. Trust me… It’s in-vigorating!

• Exfoliate at least twice a week to remove dead cells and allow the skin to absorb extra moisture and help your skin to feel refreshed and glowing.

winter weLLbeingMeaghan South, Director & Owner of Outshine Beauty MediSpa, reveals the secrets

to making you shine more brightly this winter, inside & out

• Nourish your skin. Add a cosme-ceutical grade hydrating serum into your daily skin regime. Cooler tem-peratures and central heating drain the skin of water that should be re-tained in the lower layers.

• Take time for a massage at least fortnightly. This can often be the dif-ference between a sluggish lymphat-ic system – and an effi cient cleaning system that remains vigilant to the onslaught of seasonal changes, envi-ronmental contamination and stress.

• Reprogramme your skin. As the sun conditions are less harsh, the cooler months are the perfect time to undertake a programme to address any concerns, so your skin will shine in spring.

• Take a daily dose of “Jungle Juice” with boiled water, fresh grated ginger, turmeric, honey, lemon and a splash of apple cider vinegar. Add all ingre-dients and let it sit for fi ve minutes. It tastes great and combats viral and bacterial infections - I make a concen-trated version and add it to my water throughout the day as a mini booster.

- Wishing you a healthy, happy and warm winter.

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who is your winter style icon? Late-ly at Aje. we’ve been loving how Vydia Rishie has been layering tough leather and denim and pairing it with utility style vests – similar to what you can expect from Aje. in the coming months.

what is your favourite cocktail on James st? you really can’t go wrong with an espresso martini from Sixes and Sevens.

what is one winter essential you cannot do without? I’m 100% a skirt girl so when it starts to get cold, I get into a pair of thick denier opaques to layer un-der the sequin, leather and denim skirts I’ve stockpiled through summer. It keeps the wardrobe going all year round!

Anne Javier, National Sales Manager

Ariane skirt, waffle grey $290Gwendoline jacket, waffl e grey $320


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what elements of brisbane culture are you most pas-sionate about? I love the in-dependent music and art scene. You will often fi nd me out en-joying live music of various gen-res and also at art openings and exhibitions. I fi nd it inspiring and essential to my work.

what was your latest pur-chase? There have been quite a few with the new season, but one of my favourites is my Marques Almeida frayed den-im top and my Ann Sofi e “back safety pin skirt” in grey Prince of Wales check.

what music are you groov-ing out to at the moment? I’m playing lots of Lucy Cliché and Workshop!

Thea Basiliou, Owner

Georgia Alice marooned gathered dress $440Georgia Alice bottle coat $659Holly Ryan squiggle earrings $270Ann Sofi e Back logo shopper $230

what is the one winter es-sential you cannot do with-out? Pins! The must have es-sential for every frock in winter – whether opaque, print or col-our they add a touch of pizazz whilst keeping your legs warm! A great coat is also a must have item!

what’s your idea of the per-fect winter date? A night in the country with my husband, a bottle of red wine, roaring fi re and the girls asleep upstairs!

what is your secret to the perfect winter look? I love winter dressing - there are so many elements to enjoy. I love layering with beautiful woolen scarves, frocks, pins, and an oversized coat! And for those blustery cold days, a felt hat and gloves fi nishes the look.

Leona Edmiston, Designer

Heather Frock $197Mada black heel $50Eden Pony hair clutch $50

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gaiL sorronDaLyn & Tony neckpiece $539Arielle de Pinto shoes $413

Romance Was Born dress $605Gail Sorronda Houndstooth pant $528

what is your ultimate winter travel destina-tion? Palawan, Philippines.

what music is on your iPod at the moment? Brisbane band Nite Fields’ album “Depersonalisation.” It’s perfect for winter.

when you’re not at work, where would we fi nd you hiding out on a winter’s day in James st? Basking in the sun and eating sushi by the fountain opposite our store.

Gail Sorronda, Designer

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Queenside dress in mini ripple insertion $889Brogue Chappals $145Plume earrings $195

what is one word you immediately identify with our brisbane winters? Sparkling.

Where would we fi nd you hiding out on a winter’s day in James st? At Tinderbox, next to the oven!

what is your favourite cock-tail on James st? Gerard’s Bar Lavender Negroni.

Pam Easton and Lydia Pearson, Designers

Karma Kimono $299 Golden Moon bag $269Gorman x Miranda Skoczek - Garden of Eden pantsuit $289

if winter were a gorman piece, what would it be? It would have to be our ‘Faux Pas jacket.’ It’s super warm and useful without being like every other puff -er jacket out there! Quilt-ed back and puff er sleeves keep you protected from the cold with some colour-ful faux fur geo shapes on the front. It’s great for add-ing a bit of practical disco to the wardrobe.

what is the one winter essential you cannot do without? My pom pom beanie for my early morn-ing walks.

what is your ultimate winter travel destina-tion? Paris! It is so beau-tiful in the winter and a very inspiring city. I love walking the streets, visiting galleries and indulging in cheese and wine!

who is your winter style icon? Artist Miran-da Skoczek. I collaborated with Miranda for our Win-ter 15 collection prints and she is not shy and is brave and fabulous in how she dresses. She wears a lot of colour, layers, fabrications, textures, jewels - a feast for the senses.

Lisa Gorman, Designer

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what item of clothing would turn an average brisbanite into a gentleman? A nice sports jacket, or a monocle.

what’s your idea of a per-fect winter date? An electric blanket and a movie.

Where would we fi nd you on a friday night? Watching Neil DeGrasse Tyson videos.

what music are you groov-ing out to at the moment? The Centurions & Bo Diddley.

what was your last pur-chase? Four-hundred and for-ty-one suits.

Joachim Richards, Owner

Richards & Richards suit $1,495, tie $139, shirt $179 & handkerchief $79

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Olivia hat $70 Xavi cuff $40

Tilly trench coat $340Carolina boots $290

Fine ruby ring set $30 Fine Freeman ring set $30

what is the one winter es-sential you cannot do with-out? I would have to say a big beautiful coat that I can throw over any outfi t. My favourite at the moment is the Traveller Coat that just hit our stores.

who is your winter style icon? I’ve been following Em-manuelle Alt for a long time, I really love her style, layering and chic look.

what is your secret to the perfect winter look? The per-fect winter boot - it can make or break an outfi t! I absolutely love the Hudson Boots we have in store at the moment. They add a point of diff erence to a win-ter outfi t and are a great staple piece for any wardrobe.

Danielle Vagner, Co-Founder & Creative Director

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Yoshi skirt $349Soft wash merino turtle neck jumper $429

what is your secret to the perfect winter look? A great coat in a quality fabric and good cut is essential for winter. Not only will it be practical for the cooler months, but it also makes an easy addition to com-plete a look. what is your ultimate win-ter travel destination? I have just been to Barcelona and I loved it’s rustic edge, colour, people, food and wine! It’s a mix of the bohemian with the cosmopolitan and is full of life. what is one winter essen-tial you cannot do without? A cashmere cardigan is a must; it’s handy and a go-to in winter. Cashmere is beautiful to wear, light, soft and adds a bit of luxe to any outfi t.

Lee Mathews, Designer

caMargueWhere would we fi nd you on a friday night? At home with my beautiful wife!

what is one winter essential you cannot do without? My Rick Owens Creeper boots.

who is your winter style icon? Tilda Swinton.

Prue Bauer, Owner

Dries Van Noten top $1580Dries Van Noten pants $785Dries Van Noten bag $820 Dries Van Noten shirt $860Mara & Mine jem skull pony loafers $580

With winter knocking on our door, these tasty delights are best served with thick jumpers and wooly beanies

winter fare


what is the one item that should be on everyone’s grocery list this winter? When fresh home-grown tomatoes are not in season, make liberal use of canned tomatoes and my favourite variety is San Marzano, great for soups, paella dishes and pas-ta sauces.

what is your tip for breaking up the monotony of winter dishes such as bangers and mash? Noth-ing quite beats a Dutch cream potato in winter however I love le puy style green lentils, cabbage (loaded with vi-tamins and minerals), celeriac (deli-cious), kale and brussel sprouts. Try a slow cooked spiced rib of beef, celeri-ac mash and brussel sprouts blanched and then sautéed in French unsalted butter, tossed with toasted almonds and small pieces of slow roasted belly bacon.

How has the food scene in bris-bane evolved in the last decade? We have seen Brisbane restaurateurs and chefs alike starting to fi nd their own sort of identity. There is real originality coming through with many new diff erent styles of venue and food. There are more dedicated festi-vals and food markets also off ering a wider selection of food and introduc-tion of new cuisines.

We caught up with Michael Dean, Product Procurement & Operations Manager at the James St Market to talk about all things food and winter.

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who is an up and coming local producer that we should keep on our radar? Woombye Cheese, Lirah vinegar and New Farm Confectionery.

What would we fi nd on a perfect winter cheeseboard? A fromage des Clarines studded with blanched garlic or truffl e (see recipe), raclette and comte gruyere.

what is your one foolproof winter dish? Risotto. Simply obey the basic rules and use a good rice; Carnaroli is my favourite as it produces a creamy risotto. A quick tip: at the end of cook-ing, fold in plenty of unsalted French butter and heaps of fi nely grated Reg-giano parmesan.

what elements of brisbane food culture are you most passionate about and why? I love the multicul-turalism that brings us such a beau-tiful blend of many cuisines. I love how fresh produce, particularly local, is gaining a place in many Brisbane eateries and home kitchens and these producers are being recognised for their commitment.

what is the best way to contin-ue the ritual of bbQing into the

colder months? If you own a BBQ with a lid, experiment with an accu-rate thermometer and use your BBQ to slow cook dishes at lower temper-atures. This can enhance the fl avour, particularly when cooking on lump wood charcoal, and help with the tenderization. use a pizza stone on your BBQ for perfect pizzas. I person-ally only cook on natural lump wood charcoal at low temperatures - I love it, even the smell of the slow smoul-dering charcoal on a cold night.

METHOD1. Preheat oven / BBQ to 220°C2. Unwrap the plastic covering from the cheese and leave the cheese (uncovered) in the wooden box.3. Stud the top of the cheese with slivers of garlic or truffle.4. Sprinkle the fresh herbs over the top of the cheese and add a splash of wine.5. Cover with foil, put cheese in the oven for 20 minutes or until golden brown on top.6. If using garlic, remove the slivers before serving. If using truffle, do not remove.* To reduce the intensity of the garlic, it can be blanched in cold water prior to slicing.

Serves 4 - 6Prep: 5 mins, cooking: 20 mins

INGREDIENTS250g (1 wheel) Fromager des Clarines1 clove garlic* or truffle, sliced into sliversPinch fresh thyme or rosemarySplash white wine or brandy

FROMAGER DES CLARINES RECIPE


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if winter were a meal what would it be? My absolute favourite comfort food in winter is my mother’s home-made minestrone with Angelo’s ravi-olini.

What is your secret to executing the perfect winter meal? For me, it’s all about the food! you can’t go wrong when you use the best, fresh ingredients tossed with love.

what is the one winter essential you cannot do without? Apart from food, I love wearing scarves and always have one nearby.

Donna Cazzolato, Angelo’s daughter

Chilli linguiniFree range egg tagliariniBasil tagiatelle

if winter were a dish what would it be? Shakshouka of course! Straight from the oven still in the skillet on a cold morning, the best toasted sourdough available and loads of hot coffee!

what’s your secret to the perfect winter meal? Large plates of slow cooked meats, heaps of tasty veggie dishes and Iranian rice, shared on the deck at home with good friends and a couple of bottles of solid grenache.

the one winter essential i can't do without? Game of Thrones. As soon as the temperature drops I get a little bit excited.

Ben Williamson, Head Chef

gerarD’s bar


bucci restaurantif winter were a cocktail what would it be? Cold temperatures work perfectly for warming spices. I love mulled wine or gingerbread spic-es especially when they are expertly used in a Martini.

what is the best way to enjoy a winter meal in brisbane? We are pretty lucky to have a dry winter, so the best way to enjoy it is rugged up and sitting in the sun.

what’s one word you immediately identify with brisbane winter? It has got to be the EKKA. I never went until last year. We took our 5 year-old for the fi rst time and it was amazing seeing him have an adrenalin rush on a roller coaster - it’s magic expe-rienced through a little person’s eyes.

Shaun Malone, Head Chef & Owner

gerarD’s bistro

INGREDIENTSHalf an onion sliced thinly • one garlic clove crushed • two tbs extra virgin olive oil • two cinnamon quills • ¼ tsp caraway

seeds • ½ tsp cumin • ¼ tsp freshly ground coriander seeds • one pinch of saffron • one tin crushed tomatoes • one roasted red capsicum peeled and puréed • two pinches dried mint • one bunch coriander, leaves picked, stalks and roots finely

chopped • one merguez sausage, skin removed and broken apart • six free range eggs • two tbs thick yoghurt or labne • one bunch picked mint leaves and reserved coriander leaves • best quality sourdough


METHOD: In a heavy-based pot sweat the onion and garlic in the oil until very soft. Turn up the heat and add the cinnamon, caraway, cumin and ground coriander. Sauté until fragrant then add the tomatoes, saff ron, puréed red pepper and dried mint. Cook out for 30mins until thick and sweet. Adjust seasoning with salt or raw sugar if necessary.

In two cast iron skillets, colour the broken merguez and then add the tomato base. When boiling, crack the eggs into it and stir in carefully, trying not to break the yolks until well distributed. Cook out in a preheated oven at 200°C until the whites have set but the yolks are runny (about 5 to 10mins). Serve immediately, topped with yoghurt and herbs and freshly toasted sourdough.

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HarVeys bar + bistro

if winter were a meal what would it be? Fire roasted lamb, swede with hommous, spiced caulifl ower and pomegranate. The rendered fat and smoky fl avour along with the earthy tones of the caulifl ower accented by ras el hanout is complimented by sweet pomegranate. Eat this while en-joying the Brisbane blue skies, warm days and crisp nights of winter.

What is your secret to the exe-cuting the perfect winter meal?

There is one thing that is built into our DNA. It’s the taste of food cooked over an open fi re, the fl avour every-one recognizes and loves. This is how everyone has cooked and eaten through all of the ages.

what’s one word you immediate-ly identify with our brisbane win-ters? Perfect.

PJ McMillan, Owner & Head Chef

snapper pie, classic mash, winter pea salad

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Duck confi t was traditionally made in France, particularly in the south west region. It was used as a method of preserving duck or goose for the winter months, before refrigeration was available. The process starts with the marylands (leg and thigh) salted with the bone in, for up to 30 hours. Salting removes moisture from the raw poultry, in the same way that salt

is used to cure other proteins such as a fresh side of Atlantic salmon.

The salt is next rinsed off and the meat is patted dry and then complete-ly covered in the relevant fat i.e. duck in duck fat, goose in goose fat.

The cooking process is similar to a braising or slow cook method with at least 2.5-3 hours of cooking at around 140-150°C in the oven. Some variations include cooking the meat for up to 6 hours at 110°C or until the meat falls from the bone and melts in the mouth.

When preserving, the meat is cooked and then transferred into pre-serving jars and completely covered with fat. It is then stored in a wine or root cellar for months at a time. From a modern perspective the protein would be stored in the fridge.

To fi nish, remove the duck confi t

from the fat and allow to warm slight-ly. Heat a heavy-based frypan and add the duck skin-side down and al-low the skin to get golden brown and crispy. Turn over and repeat on the other side, then fi nish in an 180°C oven until the duck is hot through.

This dish is often served with braised cabbage, fennel or witlof with either a red wine or other vinegar, providing a sharp fl avour to contrast the richness of the duck.

John Meredith, Owner & Head Chef

Add the duck skin side down and allow the skin to get golden brown and crispy. ”


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Looking for a place to thaw out this winter? These James St encounters are the perfect

antidote to those winter chills

baby, it’s coLD outsiDe SuBLIME TEMPERATuRES

When it’s freezing cold out (and your office heater is blasting at full speed), it’s likely your hair will start paying the price. Book into Sublime Hairdressing for a treatment and a trim to get your hair back into the groove.

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GET MOVINGNothing will warm you up like a good yoga session – especially a complimentary one! Salute the sun with lululemon every Sunday morning from 8:30 and work out those winter kinks.

02READABLE FEASTLearn a new winter warmer rec-ipe that will impress everyone at the dinner table. Scrumptious Reads plays host to a collection of unique cookbooks, from hearty dinner recipes to vegan desserts.

04SCREEN TIMECosy up with the family and the biggest bucket of popcorn you can find at Palace Centro Cine-ma. There is nothing better than switching off and enjoying some down time when its cold outside.

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THIGH HIGHSplurge on keeping your ten lit-tle toes warm with a new pair of boots from ZOMP. Don’t hold back - the thigh is the limit.

07WINE NOT?The best winter drinks are red, so stock up on pinot, shiraz, and merlot at Cru Bar & Cellar and enjoy them in New Farm Park with friends.

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COMFORT FOODWarm up from the inside with a full belly of pasta from Bucci. Throw in a glass or two of Italian wine, and you’ll be dreaming of the Amalfi sun in no time.

08GET WHISKED AWAyIndulge in a whiskey-laced cock-tail in a cosy nook at Sixes and Sevens. Get comfortable amongst the pillows, and lose track of the time (and the temperature!).

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SuIT uPThe cooler months are the perfect time to get tailored Don Draper style. Richards & Richards have you covered (and fitted). Ditch the classic QLD summer style and adopt a new look, inspired by the Northern Hemisphere.

13BAKED EGGSHead to Gerard’s Bistro on a Sunday morning to feast on Shakshouka – the perfect win-ter breakfast dish. Team it with seriously crispy sourdough and piping hot coffee for the ultimate heavy head cure.

09SPA DAZEThe ‘Be-All End-All’ spa treat-ment at Endota Day Spa is the perfect way to combat the beau-ty problems that arise when the mercury drops. It may be grey and wintery outside, but your body will think it is high summer.

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14WOOD FIRED Stay warm by grabbing a seat next to the oven at Tinderbox and feast upon wood fired pizza until you’re ready to pop. The funghi pizza is a sure-fire way to over-in-dulge in the best way possible.

FOOD & WINE TRAILIt’s not a Brisbane winter unless you’ve attended the James St Food & Wine Trail – a gastro-nomic edit of all things James St! We’ll see you there from the 30th of July to the 1st of August.

06NO PLACE LIKE HOMETurn your house into the ultimate winter nest with expert advice from the team at Magnolia Interiors. Disclaimer: Once they’ve got their hands on your place, you’ll never want to leave!

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Where would we fi nd you hiding out on a winter’s day? Afternoon window shopping followed by a wine and charcuterie at Gerard's Bar.

what are your three style tips for surviving brisbane’s winter? In-vest in a great pair of boots or a bag that you can wear every day to update your wardrobe for the new season. We can still enjoy heavier textiles such as fur, shearling and wool in QLD - just remember to purchase in silhouettes that make sense for our climate e.g. a shorter length jacket or vest. Inexpensive layering pieces such as a scarf or stockings can be a good way to revisit pieces in your wardrobe from autumn.

Where would we fi nd you shop-ping on James st? I love to shop at Maryon’s Shoes, Camargue, Optiko and Molten Store.

what is the one item in your wardrobe you can’t live without? My Strateas Carlucci black leather jacket; I wear this whenever I travel and receive compliments every time.

TWO MINUTES WITH SARAH BIRCHLEY We sat down with Sarah Birchley, a Brisbane based stylist who is making waves

across the nation, to pick her brains on all things fashion

where do you go when you need creative inspiration? I love to get out of the city and spend time at the beach with my partner and our two dogs. On occasions like this when I make time to relax, I immerse myself in a new book or record for inspiration. I read a lot of fashion and music biog-raphies and am currently in the mid-dle of Kim Gordon's 'Girl In A Band.’

what do you think is the number one Brisbane winter fashion faux pas? ugg boots - keep them at home please!

what trends are you embracing this season, and what trends will you be avoiding? I love the 1970's infl uence which was seen on the runway at Lanvin, Chloe and Gucci to name a few and will defi nitely be channelling these silhouettes throughout winter. I am not inclined to wear layered accessories so will be opting for a great handbag and shoes with an outfi t instead of lots of jewellery.

what item of clothing would turn an average brisbane dude into a gentleman? A well tailored suit is an absolute must have for any gentle-man's wardrobe.

Sarah Birchley

who are some of your favourite upcoming australian models? Madison Stubbington, Marthe Wig-gers and QLD girls Kia Low, Grace Simmons and Talisa Quirk. what elements of brisbane cul-ture are you most passionate about? The growing community of creatives based in QLD who are pro-ducing work on a world class level.

What songs would we fi nd you grooving out to at the moment? American folk rock band Midlake cre-ate music that has always reminded me of winter and I'm currently enjoy-ing their new album 'Antiphon.'


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Energy bra $59 Find your om scarf $69Cardi In the front $149Yogi racerback: $59Jet Crop slim trouser $119

what is one winter essential you cannot do without? It’s all about layering when it comes to winter essentials! We defi -nitely lust over our merino wool range, Mother Nature’s natural anti-bacterial winter warmer.

what is your ultimate winter travel destination? A calm place of meditation with friends.

what is your favourite win-ter workout? Anything to turn the heat up a notch! We love hot yoga and cross-functional train-ing. Those who sweat together, stick together.

James St Team

nuDie Jeans

what is your favourite tipple location on James st? Sixes and Sevens!

what is your ultimate winter travel destination? Queens-town, New Zealand.

what is one winter essential you cannot do without? A new pair of Nudie Jeans!

Doug Bollen, Brand Manager

Him: Lean Dean Dry Iron $199Henry Blue Cause Shirt $199Her: Skinny Lin Easy Strikey $229White Round Neck Backbone T-shirt $59


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what’s one word you immediately identify with brisbane winter? Cash-mere. who is your winter style icon? Olivia Palermo. She loves 10 Crosby Derek Lam and so do we!

what is one item that should be in everyone’s bag during winter? A Cosi Cashmere Scarf. They’re just so beautiful to add to any winter outfi t.

Samantha Ogilvie, Owner

Thakoon Addition white top $695La Prestic Ouiston pant $595Theory silk boyfriend blazer $750Jerome Dreyfuss metallic gold clutch $295Gabriela Artigas yellow / white gold cuff $495Anton Heunis earrings $195Derek Lam 10 Crosby heels $495

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what is your secret to the perfect winter look? Cash-mere/silk pashmina and fl at boots.

what is your ultimate win-ter travel destination? Lake Como.

what is your favourite cock-tail on James st? Scrapini.

Kelly Sutherland, Owner

MASNADA silver tee $410, sweat-shirt jacket $899, sweat stretch pants $599 and brogues $845

Water Me tee $260Forest Gossip dress $490The 9th Order boots $750

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what’s one word you immediately identify with brisbane winter? Fireplace.

if winter were a pair of earrings, what would they be? A big pair of beaten gold and copper earrings set with the warm and toasty hues of Baltic amber.

what was your last purchase? A stunning super sized 300kg Shiva Lingham Gemstone.

Samantha Anderson, Owner & Designer

White horn sterling silver earrings $65, bangles (6) $255, black and white bangle set (7) $175White horn small link necklace $175, geometric necklace $210, large link necklace $225Black horn large link necklace $185

Black 5-pocket denim pants $129.95OCRF button back shirt $99.95Black lace cami $79.95Black belt Lulu keeper $39.95Verity clutch $99

witcHeryIf winter were an outfi t, what would it be? A chunky grey knit, black jeans and black leather ankle boots. Where would we fi nd you on a friday night? Curled up on the couch watching reruns of ‘Friends.’

when you’re not at work, where would we fi nd you on a winter’s day? Fonzie Abbott. They make amazing coff ee and food. The team is so lovely and welcoming too.

Chanel Adams, Manager

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what is your ultimate winter travel destination? When it’s win-ter here in Australia it’s summer back home in the States. The goal is to do the endless summer but for the time being, a few weeks on the West Coast will have to do.

what music are you grooving out to at the moment? I’m currently lis-tening to Blur’s fi rst album “Leisure” on vinyl. When I found out they were

attending Splendour In The Grass, I dusted off their box set.

when you’re not at work, where would we fi nd you hiding out on a winter’s day at James st? Well you typically don’t have to look far. I like to spend my time downing a few adult beverages at Sixes & Sevens to knock off the winter time chill.

Scott Triana, Manager

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Givenchy medium box Pandora, in cobalt $2580 Givenchy medium Lucrezia, red $2980 Givenchy small Antigona, metallic silver $2980 Bionda Castana Lana heels, red $950 Bionda Castana Lama Mon, with black cross $785

what was your last purchase? My Bionda Castana new heels. They are a delicate lace pump with fi ne leather strings that tie up the ankle. They’re such a beautiful fi t and take me from day to night.

what music are you grooving to at the moment? Music takes me to wherever I want to be. For me it’s es-capism. As I live in my little bubble, I listen to a lot of Latino pop and old

school jazz. However, you can’t go past a Lionel Richie song like “All Night Long.” My father was a jazz mu-sician so music has always been a part of my life. It’s in my blood.

if winter were a pair of shoes, what would they be? For me, the ultimate winter shoe is a beautiful Tod ankle boot. The pair I live in hug the foot beautifully and the rubber platform sole feel like walking on little

clouds. They’re the most comfortable high heel I own and I have worn them all over the world... They are particularly handy on cobble stones in Europe.

Claire Campbell, Owner


what is the best activity to do with your little ones when it’s too cold to go outside? Head to the Children’s Art Centre at GoMA, where there’s always something interesting to do and see. It is such a great and inspiring place to be in.

what is the best way to keep your little ones warm in winter? At night-time, a pair of snuggly eeni meeni miini moh cotton rib pyjamas or for the babies, our quilted sleeping cocoons. For daywear, our fl eece-lined trench jacket for girls or hooded combo jacket for boys, with a knit beanie and scarf.

what is your ultimate winter travel destina-tion? Paris.

Elizabeth O’Connor Cowley, Designer

e3-M tab beanie $39.95e3-M gauge knit scarf $39.95 e3-M yoga legging, stripe $39.95e3-M gauge knit peplum dress $79.95-$84.95

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MIMCO Decomania day bag, bordeaux $499MIMCO Florathena scarf, bordeaux $79.95

MIMCO Outa Sight floppy hat, bordeaux $99.95MIMCO narrow enamel bangle, ink blue $49.95

MIMCO Mary Jane, black & gold $199

if winter were a MiMco product, what would it be? The streamline scarf. It’s languid, dark and cosy.

what was your last purchase? The ‘She’s a Mod Boot.’ They are so comfortable and go with pretty much everything in my winter wardrobe.

what is your ultimate winter travel destination? Castlemaine, Victoria for crisp clear days, open fi replaces, red wine all while rugged up in knitwear.

Cathryn Wills, Managing Director

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MJs JeweLLery

what’s the one thing you immediately identify with our brisbane winter? Crystal clear skies. what’s your idea of a perfect winter date? Spending it with my wife and two young daugh-ters enjoying the sunshine. Where would we fi nd you hiding out on a winter’s day in James st? In the studio handcrafting a piece or sketch-ing up new designs. if winter were a piece of jewellery, what would it be? It would feature a gem with a warming colour like the vibrant orange of a Mandarin Garnet.

Matthew Staff , Goldsmith

Chrome tourmaline, diamond and onyx pendant handcrafted in 18ct white and yellow gold $8350Golden beryl and diamond cocktail ring in 18ct yellow gold featuring flame she-oak QLD timber $4960


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if winter were a pair of glasses, what would they be? They would be the Victoria Beckham Rose Gold Aviators - clas-sic, cool and here to stay.

what is the one win-ter essential you can’t live without? The per-fect pair of sunglasses.

who is your winter style icon? Christine Centenera, every season.

what’s one word you immediately identify with brisbane winter? Bliss.

Emma Guest, Owner

Him: Kuboram $675 Her: Dita $595 & Marni $499


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if winter were a pair of glasses, what would they be? A pair of vintage Gianfranco Ferre in tor-toise-shell.

Where would we fi nd you on a friday night? Family dinner at Mums place for the extended fam-ily. Mum is the best cook!

what elements of bris-bane culture are you most passionate about? I feel really good about our growing art scene and the sheer breadth of quality ar-chitects that we are lucky to have here.

Mike Makras, Owner

Vasuma Sweden frame $390Vintage couregge sun $420Viktor & Rolf aviator sun $470Fritz PNG burl timber $1150


if winter were a pair of shoes, what would they be? They would defi nitely be a classic pair of black ankle boots. what was your last pur-chase? Keeping with the monochrome trend, I’ve pur-chased a patterned kimono for those breezy mornings.

what is your ultimate winter travel destina-tion? French Alps! Skiing, hot chocolate and La deux.

who is your winter style icon? Margaret Zhang – she is eff ortlessly cool. Melissa Rivera, James St Manager

Zinda 1163 nero $375Zinda 1163 cuero $375Lucchesi Rino34 vino $420Elena Iachi A1887 nero $652 Baia Vista 1303 nero $250

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For winter SS16, we’re channeling Sir John Everett Millais’ moody painting, ‘Ophelia.’ Botanical el-ements such as leaf motifs and earthy textures are softened with muted blush tones and crystal embellishment. The Botanist ear-rings were among my favourite fi nds on this strip. I love the way the champagne crystals catch the light.

Whenever I travel, I always carry a little notebook just in case inspiration strikes. I col-lected a bundle of beautiful leather notebooks on my fi rst day of treasure hunting; more market fi nds.

If possible, I’ll opt for a night fl ight on my return journey. There’s something romantic about wak-ing up to watch the sunrise from above the clouds.

Assemble a collection of wild things; you are the company you keep – Jessy Cameron

treasure HuntingLocal accessories mecca Molten Store celebrates the reveal of its fl agship trove on

James Street this month. A week before she opened the doors, Director Jessy Cameron took to the skies for Hong Kong to seek new treasures for her glittering utopia.

The night markets in Hong Kong are an endless source of inspiration. I came across a seller spe-cialising in curious wares and fell in love with this antique Chinese Abacus.

Hairpieces like The Luminary Crown are an exciting new direction for us. This style is a defi nite hero accessory for winter.

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Mood Lighting. Lighting can help brighten the mood and shine the best light on both your home and your offi ce space. By layering light-ing with pendants, table lamps and fl oor lamps you will be able to create a warm and inviting ambience. With a variety of solutions in the Stylecraft lighting range, your space can have added depth and interest with sophis-ticated fi nish.

Winter Trends. The trend this sea-son for fi nishes in metallic, timber and glass are the key to creating a raw but luxurious statement in a contemporary space. Australian de-signed and manufactured, the mouth blown Softscape lighting range by Helen Kontouris off ers a pendant and free-standing fl oor lamp that casts downward directional light in win-ter tones of amber, watermelon and charcoal glass which are striking in a single form or in a cluster. For more natural warmth, the Oak Pendant by Ross Gardam is hand crafted from oak timber and is the perfect high impact piece for large areas. For the ultimate statement piece, the Glaze Pendant in the bold metallic gold will not disappoint.

Lamp Love. A lamp is one of the easiest ways to reju-venate your space for the season ahead. Brighten up dim corners and dark nooks by complimenting your ceiling lighting with lamps in on trend fi nishes such as the Silhouette ta-ble lamp, available with a gold, brass or copper fl uted shade for a luxe touch or the Georgette lamp for a more industrial feel.

Stop into the Stylecraft showroom at 50 James St.

There is nothing like a brisk wind and dropping mercury to prove there is no place like home. We spoke with the design masters at Stylecraft and found out that

adding winter warmth to your home is as easy as the fl ick of a switch.

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Where would we fi nd you hiding out on a winter’s day in James st? Browsing through home décor shops with a hot latte.

what is one item that should be in everyone’s home? Beautiful Eu-ropean wallpaper from Eurowalls.

what is your advice for creating a snug winter home? Eurowalls’

wallpapers are dry strippable mak-ing them very easy to remove and update with seasonal trends. Stylish wallpaper in warm colour tones will liven the room, making it feel bright and cosy. Pair with warm throws and fur cushions for the ultimate winter retreat.

Maddie & Kamilla, Studio Managers

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what is the one winter essential you cannot do without? Red wine.

what is your advice for brighten-ing up your home during winter? I recommend introducing bold colours and vibrant patterns to neutral back-grounds. Missoni bedding, cushions and throws are a wonderful example of products that will do just that!

what is one item that every home should have? The Stelton em 77 copper vacuum jug. It’s my favour-ite way to serve tea and coff ee and it

looks amazing displayed on the kitch-en bench or dining table. It’s a design classic.

Where would we fi nd you hiding out on a winter’s day in James st? Cru Bar, sipping on Negroni.

what is your ultimate winter travel destination? Chamonix France, in a chalet with a view of Mont Blanc… Magic.

Melissa Grainger, Owner

greenHouse

Missoni vevey pouf $594IIttala wine glasses $125IIttala wine decanter $125 Missoni rufus bathrobe $499Missoni nossen cushion $324

Small bone inlay box indigo $99Black & white stripe bone box $195Large black & white floral tray $550

Barrel bowl $135Large space side table $290


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what is the one winter essential you cannot do without? A scarf - I always have one in my bag just in case! what is one item that every home should have? A super comfortable and inviting bed. Everything is easier after a good nights sleep!

what is your advice for creating a snug winter home? One of our fur blankets - beyond soft and snuggly!

what is your advice for brighten-ing up your home during winter? Living in Queensland is a defi nite bo-nus! I use feature cushions, throws and fresh fl owers.

what is your ultimate winter trav-el destination? Canada has always been on my wish list!

Bianca de Luca, Owner

what are the best plants to grow during winter? Winter is a great time to grow vegetables in Brisbane as the weather is perfect. Most of the pests and disease that plague our veggies during the summer are dormant in the cooler months of the year. Veggies such as tomatoes, silverbeet, kale, cabbage and broccoli are our pick of the bunch.

what is the secret to making sure gardens make it through winter? Fertilise - people forget that we have a 12-month growing season here in Bris-bane. Many gardeners follow a North-

ern Hemisphere regime where plants go to sleep during winter and don’t require feeding for optimal health and vitality. Mulch is the other great material that many people don’t have in their garden but should. use a high nitrogen mulch to feed the soil and retain moisture.

Where would we fi nd you hiding out on a winter’s day in James st? Out working like it was any other day of the year!

Jack and Will Martin, Directors

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MoZi

what is the one winter essential you cannot do without? The gorgeous Acorn Cameo Soup Mug. It’s great for keeping you warm on a winter’s night or perfect for a lazy rainy day on the couch with a good book or movie fl ick. what is a trick for brightening up your home during winter? Add a splash of colour with MOZI’s cushion range. With a mix of beautiful texture, bold design and dashes of modern colour; it’s sure to turn your home into a work of art!

if winter were a candle scent what would it be? Pear and baked quince. Our top selling candle comes to life in this exciting fragrance. Delicately blended, this combination will delight the senses. Infused with aromas of pear and baked quince and aromatic notes of orange and vanilla. Every MOZI fragrance is custom-developed in partnership with our fragrance house, to match the inspiration and story of each range.

Amber Hills, James St Manager

Clementine rose classic candle $39.95 Marie petal pink essentials purse $11.95

Winter floral pink essentials purse $11.95 Clementine rose hand cream $24.95

Clementine rose votive candle $19.95


if winter were a food what would it be? Winter would be homemade pumpkin soup with lots of cream.

what is your favourite winter indulgence? Sleeping in then standing around in a hot shower for far too long.

How has the food scene in brisbane evolved in the last decade? It’s great to see the raw food scene take off . People want unrefi ned healthy options and there are lots of great choices and recipes now available.

what is the best way to enjoy a winters day in brisbane? Coff ee and breakfast on James St and lunch in the sun at New Farm Park - a great place to relax.

Clinton Osborne, Owner

tHe nut MarKet

Madecasse Madagascar chocolate $8.85

Taza chocolate $9.95Tabasco Buffalo style hot

sauce $19.95Libby’s 100% pure

pumpkin $12.95The Nut Market almond

butter $28.95 and crunchy peanut butter $4


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what is the secret to making fl owers last longer during the winter? If the house is overheated, the fl owers wont last as long. They love cool conditions.

what winter blooms do you rec-ommend for the home? Whatever is lovely, they all are.

what is one item that every home should have? Fresh fl owers at least every week.

Phoebe Stephens, Owner


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what’s one word you immediately identify with brisbane winter? Warm. I’m from the uK and have lived in Ny and Tokyo - Brisbane is very mild to me.

what are your recommendations for fi rst time art buyers? It’s essential that you buy something you love. Don’t buy art for “investment” purposes unless you actually love the work. Of course you should always do your research on the

artist and gallery- but the most important thing is to follow your heart and you’ll never be disappointed.

what is the best way to enjoy a win-ters day in brisbane? The best thing to do on a cold day is take a stroll around the city and valley in the warm sun and visit lots of galleries.

Lee Steer, Owner

Bruce Earles Stewart Westle

Syaiful Philipp Meier

Pitt Cue Co. $40 Rosa’s Thai Café $40Ginger Pig Meat Book $50Lamy Pens from $50 to $100Jia Calligraphy chopstick set $120Leuchtturm notebook range $35-$60


what is one item that every home should have? A library.

what is your favourite winter in-dulgence? Hot chocolate made with good quality dark chocolate.

what are your recommendations for cosy winter reads? Too many to recommend! Any of the great in-dependently published culinary and lifestyle magazines such as Lucky Peach, Lodestars Anthology, Fool and Cherry Bombe.

Julie Tjiandra, Owner

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advice for creating a snug home in winter? Take cue from the Danes who are re-portedly the happiest nation in the world and yet live for a large part of the year in deep, dark winter! The secret of their well-being is attributed to their philosophy of “hygge” - loose-ly translated as a feeling of warmth and cosiness. This in-cludes creating a joyful and in-viting atmosphere in the home through things like thick pile rugs, candles and books. In a deeper sense it implies taking delight in simple things and fi nding happiness in the small moments of joy that make a life.

one item every home should have? I don’t believe

there is one essential item that makes a home, but I do know that the best homes are those that feel lived in and loved and are a refl ection of the journeys and passions of the people who live there.

Where would we fi nd you hiding out on a winter’s day on James street? Browsing the books and magazines in the Monocle pop-up store inside Scrumptious Reads or stocking up on olives, olive oil, parme-san and pasta at the markets to make a soul-satisfying pasta meal for dinner.

Jasmine Smith, Owner & Director

Saharan ceramic green jug $130 Saharan ceramic green bowl $145

Moroccan Boucherouite rug 225x130 $1395st barts


twfineart

if winter were an artist who would it be? Edvard Munch. In the early 1900’s Munch had an open air studio where he would paint scenes standing in the snow in sub zero tem-peratures - the mood of those paint-ings is sensational.

what are your recommendations for fi rst time art buyers? Give yourself time to really look at art with fresh eyes. Art is about discovery and once you connect with an art object on that level you’ll be hooked for life.

what is your ultimate winter travel destination? New york City. It is so alive in the winter you can al-most hear it breathing

Tove Langridge, Owner

Greg McLaughlin prints and Tretford

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T2 Green tea and fruit tea Selfie $15 eaT2 Teaset orange cup & saucer $20

Salam 2 Cup teapot $165T24U Madras Chill Kit $65

T24U Madrass Fruit Tisane Store $35Tokyo Teapot Flower Pink $48

JaMes st gift carDWhether it is for friends or family, loved ones or work colleagues, fi nding

that perfect gift is often the hardest thing to do.

Featuring the benefi t of fl exibility and the ease of convenience, the James St Gift Card is redeemable at over 130 of our beautiful speciality stores, restaurants, bars and beauty providers.

The best part? The recipient can spend the card however they desire – from coff ee, to clothing, to cocktails, to cheese and champagne.

To purchase, please visit www.jamesst.com.au/giftcard

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James St: Winter Wisdoms 2015