Category Archives: Consumer

How to refill a long lighter

Posted on 16 January 2023 by andyq

(Originally posted 14 December 2017): Does anyone else have this problem? I’ve never liked cigarette lighters. I spin the little metal dial, get the flame up, and then when trying to light my tea lights (which is the main reason … Continue reading →

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Product review: Nanobag (reusable shopping bags)

Posted on 13 September 2020 by andyq

When I shop, particularly for something new, or from a source that I’m unfamiliar with, I usually try to find reviews. What I want is to read a convincing voice that says: yes, you are making the right decision. Or: … Continue reading →

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Sydney Food Diary: Casa Barelli’s Burgundy Truffles from Aldi

Posted on 28 June 2020 by andyq

Newsflash! As of right now (28 June 2020), these truffles are back at Aldi. Maybe only this week! Run out and grab them if you like them. They’re $7 (seemed to be $8 in July 2018) and both varieties are … Continue reading →

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What’s your favourite men’s cologne?

Posted on 27 June 2020 by andyq

We’re running out of one of our current favourite men’s colognes right now. I only learned that my husband really likes it too, both on me, and to wear. It was Dsquared2 Wood, and it was discontinued a few years … Continue reading →

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Review: Taotronics Active Noise Cancelling Headphones

Posted on 5 January 2020 by andyq

TaoTronics Active Noise Cancelling Headphones, Wired Earbuds in Ear Stereo Awareness Monitor Earphones with Microphone and Remote (15 Hours Playtime, 3.5mm Jack, Premium Aluminum Matte Black) Back in the day that I did a lot of travel for work, discovering … Continue reading →

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Product Review: Philips Pasta Maker (HR2358/06)

Posted on 20 April 2019 by andyq

Oh, how I love a kitchen gadget. Really. So, to add to to the electric pressure cooker, the airfryer, and the automatic ice cream maker, I present: the Philips Automatic Pasta Maker. I’m still obsessed with it after a month. … Continue reading →

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Men’s Clothes in Rome: Used, Resale and Vintage

Posted on 15 September 2018 by andyq

My post about finding high-quality men’s designer resale clothes in Paris is one of my most viewed sites on my blog. So, I thought I’d do a similar one for Rome, but only being there for a few days (in … Continue reading →

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Product Review: American Tourister – Technum, expandable 77cm spinner suitcase

Posted on 9 September 2018 by andyq

My last review on the Air Force 1 Suitcase (also by American Tourister) is one of my most-viewed blog posts, so I thought I should review the Technum as a public service! So, here’s a funny story: in the first … Continue reading →

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Home cooking: Ricotta and avocado on toast

Posted on 23 July 2017 by andyq

I had my pal David over for lunch the other day and he said I should put it up on my blog. I mean, I can’t really say that assembling is home cooking: toast, ricotta, avocado and a sprinkling of … Continue reading →

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Bodum tea warmer: Chambord

Posted on 23 July 2017 by andyq

So, the problem, dear readers was this. I like to serve tea to my reiki clients. Most new clients come about twenty minutes before their appointment, but not always. So, while there is an issue of making the tea in … Continue reading →

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