Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - May 4, 2011, 7:38 am
These tiny speakers sure are unbelievably loud. My work mate nearly fell of her seat when I gave them a test run. Look how small it is! I’d been meaning to buy them for a while but never got around to it. So when I saw them on Catch of the day I snapped them up straight away. It’s so bad, I’...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Apr 28, 2011, 11:09 pm
We did a quick trip up to Byron for the long weekend and as usual, there was a lot of good food. After years of cooking together we’ve developed a list of tried and tested meals to feed the masses. Here’s one from the list: lamb and feta meatballs with fettuccine and garlic bread. Yum! We heade...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Apr 16, 2011, 12:53 am
I flew to Perth the other weekend for my cousins wedding. It was such a quick in-and-out trip but it was well worth it. There’s this cool chat function on the qantas plane where you can chat to someone in another seat. So naturally my cousin and I decided to start a chat session, even though we w...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Mar 30, 2011, 6:23 am
It was a last minute decision to buy Usher tickets, and I’m sure glad we did. I don’t care what people say about Usher, I still love him! I’m usually a closet Usher-fan, partly because he’s responsible for the horror that is Justin Bieber, but after the concert I’m out! Especially after wi...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Mar 26, 2011, 9:46 pm
Amy and Jay finally tied the knot. It was a beautiful wedding despite the fact that it didn’t stop raining the entire day. During the wedding Amy and Jay had the celebrant say a few words to Kobie which sent all the bridesmaids into a blubbering mess. All that could be heard was the sound of sniff...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Mar 1, 2011, 6:17 am
I’ve had this pot of 50c coins for years now and finally got it to the top. It was a bit of a let down though, I really thought there was more in there. Guess that explains why I never won the jellybean guessing competition at school.
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Feb 15, 2011, 11:10 pm
I’ve never seen so much mud before, nor have I been covered in so much mud until Warrior Dash. But as gross and muddy as it was, it was totally awesome. The race started with a boring 2km run, but after that we reached the fun stuff – the obstacles. They involved climbing ropes, jumping over wa...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Feb 9, 2011, 9:38 pm
A bunch of workmates started doing yoga in the park so I thought I’d give it a go. This is probably the best spot in Sydney to do yoga, just look at the view! It was really nice looking up towards the sky and seeing beautiful Sydney Harbour, then extending on the ground while listening to all the ...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Feb 5, 2011, 10:05 pm
I spent the past week trying to find this bike (with the help of Bobby and Matt, thanks guys!), and even after finding it we had to go all the way to North Manly to pick it up. Just as well we had air-con in the car, otherwise it would have been a painful drive in yesterdays 40 degree heat. It seem...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Jan 30, 2011, 3:14 am
So glad we found this little tapas bar at McMahons Point. The food is amazing! And the drinks are pretty good too. First up, white sangria. Yum… The servings of zucchini flower were a bit small so they gave us double portions. Score! Two zucchini flowers each! They were so good one zucchini flowe...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Jan 27, 2011, 6:50 am
Headed to Jay and Amy’s for Australia Day and boy was it a scorcher. Even just sitting there conjured rolling pellets of sweat (charming, I know). It was so hot the electricity couldn’t even hack it, yup we had a blackout. Luckily, Maree could stream Triple J on her phone so we were still able t...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Jan 24, 2011, 5:02 am
Three dollars, two toys, one skill-tester hook. I like those numbers.
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Jan 18, 2011, 2:27 am
We’ve been going to Fig Tree Restaurant for my birthday for the past two years, I’m secretly hoping to make it a tradition so we always get to spend summer in Byron. After spending the day wedding dress shopping (for Esta) we were absolutely starving when we got there so we opted for the six co...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Jan 13, 2011, 9:22 pm
Just after New Years we headed up to Byron for the week. It pretty much rained the whole time we were there, but that just meant we had more time to eat, eat and eat some more. On the few sunny days we quickly grabbed our rods and headed to the wharf. G was on a lucky streak, pulling in these 2 bea...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Jan 11, 2011, 9:40 pm
We organised a little party at my office for NYE. It was a bit of a last minute thing but we ended up with a pretty big turn out, about 30 people all up. Hope you all had a great time! Wish I’d gotten more shots of the fireworks but it was a bit hard with a drunk friend hanging off my shoulder. O...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Dec 26, 2010, 1:50 am
Christmas is always a crazy time of the year; the shopping, battling crowds, rushing around, wrapping presents, and of course the big family dinner. As usual, there was too much food. We all sat down to eat and when we finished the table was still full of food. Here’s my contribution to the tabl...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Dec 21, 2010, 5:10 pm
Rambo chillin’ at the office Christmas party.
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Dec 20, 2010, 9:45 pm
We went to Rubyos in Newtown for Anna’s birthday and boy was there a lot of food! We went with the Banquet menu and it just did not stop. Highlights of the night were the pork belly salad and the peking duck. Yum! I was really impressed by the pancake that went with the duck, it was so soft and si...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Dec 16, 2010, 9:03 pm
I can finally tick U2 off my “Bands to see before I die” list. Yay! Here’s a few pic from the night. Jay-Z opened for U2, which I thought was really strange, but man he went off! We got there just in time for Empire State of Mind and everyone was bopping to the music. Wasn’t expecting him t...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Dec 9, 2010, 9:33 pm
My new favourite thing to BBQ.
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Dec 6, 2010, 10:07 pm
After months of putting it off I finally got myself to Toni & Guy for that much needed haircut. G and Anna always rave on and on about how good it is there and finally got me to check it out for myself. I get it now. Love Toni & Guy! It is a bit expensive, but it’s worth it.
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Dec 5, 2010, 3:36 am
A bottle (or 2) of Moët should only be cracked open on a special occasion and what better occasion than celebrating when your mate finishes an excruciatingly painful 5-year Masters degree. Emma’s Wollstonecraft apartment was the perfect spot for pre-drinks. Sophisticated, classy, and with a stun...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Dec 1, 2010, 6:18 am
My grandma showed me how she makes her famous Pineapple tarts and OMG they’re a lot of work. After kneading the dough to the right silkiness and chopping it to the right size, we then had to fill them with the pineapple mixture and roll them into shape. Now that was the easy part. The rest of th...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Nov 25, 2010, 9:15 pm
Aww.. Aren’t they the cutest! Amy’s kitty had kittens so I went a bit camera happy. They can’t even walk properly yet. Size comparison with my beer. And look, it’s Healthy Harold. Remember him? Didn’t think they still had Health Harold at schools anymore.
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Nov 23, 2010, 9:41 pm
I spent the weekend doing what I do best – lazing around and eating good food. After months of hearing about it, we finally got our butts to Victor Churchill. God that place is amazing! We settled on the wagyu beef patties and pork and apple cider sausages. The sausages were really juicy and tas...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Nov 22, 2010, 9:22 pm
Charles got us tickets to the Need for Speed Hot Pursuit launch event last week and even though I’m not all that into cars anymore it was still fun seeing all the shiny cars. If you’re interested in pictures of all the shiny fast cars, check out Speedhunters. They had this really cool photo boo...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Nov 15, 2010, 6:44 am
I lost my little Canon camera a couple of weeks ago so it was time to do my tax returns and go shopping. As much as I loved my old camera I wasn’t too fussed about losing it, after it copped some water damage at the slopes, it was never the same again. After a bit of research and hunting around I...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Nov 13, 2010, 5:50 am
After a great weekend we were all set to head home until … The Tiger airways terminal was packed! And this was why: Yes, our flight was canceled! Stupid Tiger airways! There was no warning and no help available, we just joined the giant line and waited to see what would happen (and maybe chuck a...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Nov 13, 2010, 12:50 am
The plan for Melbourne was shopping, eating and clubbing. With the shopping and eating boxes ticked, we had only one thing left to do – hit the clubs. I’m not one for clubs so I had to make sure I was well hydrated before going out. We headed to this club called Blue Diamond and much to my surp...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Nov 10, 2010, 10:23 pm
Lisa saw this Indian restaurant on Hamish and Andy and with a name like Gaylord, we knew we had to go there. Loved the cheesiness of the restaurant. And the menu. There was also live music. The drummer looks like he’s really into it aye? Okay, time for the food. We were so hungry by the time ...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Nov 9, 2010, 7:02 am
A bunch of us headed to Melbourne for the weekend for a quick weekend away. The last time I was there was about 7 years ago so it’s been a while and I’d forgotten just how much I love the place (But don’t tell any Melbournians that). We flew down with Tiger airways and it was a pretty safe an...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Nov 1, 2010, 4:21 am
A couple of weeks ago I tried Adriano Zumbo’s macaroons, and while they are really good, I think the Lindt cafe does a better job. They’re bigger (and hence more expensive), fluffier (oh so fluffy) and I think the overall flavour and texture is better at Lindt. Some of Adriano’s were a little ...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Oct 31, 2010, 3:58 am
Lisa got free tickets to the Home Buyers and Property Investors Expo so we thought we’d check it out. At the least I thought I would leave with a few free pens but I actually picked up quite a few good tips here and there, and a handful of free property magazines. Nice! With the early morning sta...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Oct 24, 2010, 2:22 am
Rainy weekends are perfect for staying in, and with G’s basil plant going nuts, pesto-making was the perfect fit for the Sunday afternoon. It’s actually really easy to make, it’s just a bit of banging and mixing in the mortar and pestle, and you’re done. The hardest part of the process was f...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Oct 19, 2010, 5:18 am
My first visit to Bodega was short-lived. It was about 9ish on a Friday night and the wait for a table was too long so we ventured elsewhere. To ensure we got a table this time round (they don’t take bookings, gr…), we got there right on opening time – 6pm. There was already a lin...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Oct 15, 2010, 11:37 pm
I sort of went a little camera happy with Lily when I was in Byron. Couldn’t help it, she’s just so cute! G took the photo above. Cute huh? Here’s a few shots. All you have to do is look at her and she smiles. Love the faces she pulls. Wish you guys lived in Sydney. I miss the ...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Oct 11, 2010, 11:10 pm
Finally got to try Adriano Zumbo’s macaroons. Even though it’s months after the Masterchef-macaroon-madness, we still had to line up – out the door – for the macaroons! Crazy. We got an interesting selection of flavours: Pistachio and apricot, Rice pudding and Finger bun. I ...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Oct 7, 2010, 7:08 am
Jan and Esta recently got engaged and decided to throw an impromptu engagement party. She only gave us a weeks notice of the party so it was a bit of a rushed trip. And I was lucky enough to fly Virgin Blue on the days their IT system crashed. Gr… The day before the party was pretty crazy. Es...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Oct 6, 2010, 10:39 pm
It’s been a while since my last post but I’m back! I’d like to say that I’m back stronger than ever but that would be a lie, if anything it’s the opposite. I lost my little pocket camera and suffered from 2 types of the flu (normal flu AND stomach flu). Fun times! In be...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Sep 22, 2010, 7:46 am
If you’ve been in my car you’ll know that the radio is permanently set to 105.7 – Triple J. I have Maree to thank for that, she introduced me to triple j about 3 years ago and ever since then I haven’t looked back. I actually think I’ve turned into a radio station snob....
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Sep 18, 2010, 1:05 am
I finally made it to The Counter in Crows Nest. Amy first told me about it months ago and ever since I’ve read blog post after blog post by mates who’ve been there. We tried to go there a couple a months back but, much to my disappointment, it’s closed on Mondays. We got there jus...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Sep 15, 2010, 6:48 am
Have an affair? I couldn’t believe my eye when I saw this billboard. As soon as you exit Sydney airport there it is, smack bang in your face. A giant billboard advertising an online “dating” service for people who want to have an affair. And yes I purposely blurred out the name of...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Sep 13, 2010, 7:41 am
When Charles and Anna did a quick trip to Canada I knew I had to stock up on some Roots gear. I’m not sure why but I’ve always had this fascination with Canada. 2011 baby! (Well, that’s the plan). Anyway, they picked up a few pieces of clothing for me and I absolutely love it! It&...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Sep 10, 2010, 9:54 pm
There’s a new mouse in town. I finally ditched my mighty mouse and got a Targus Bluetooth laser mouse for mac. So far it’s been great, though I have to get use to the position of the buttons. I still find myself squeezing the mouse to show all window.
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Sep 9, 2010, 5:52 am
Yum yum yum! That’s all I have to say.
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Sep 7, 2010, 6:01 am
All the Dad’s in my family love meat so we thought Teppanyaki was the way to go for Father’s Day. The thing with my family is they tend to go a little over the top. I remember this one time while shopping with my mum I bought a pair of flannel PJs. Ever since then she’s been buying...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Sep 6, 2010, 10:42 pm
Whenever I house sit there are 4 sure things: 1. I leave covered in cat hair. Thanks to the beautiful cat pictured above. 2. I always get a good laugh from Rambo. He got himself stuck here for a good 10 minutes. The silly thing couldn’t figure out how to get out of the box. 3. There’...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Sep 2, 2010, 11:36 pm
(btw: If you don’t like the F-word, don’t to play the video) For some strange reason every night when I go to sleep I have this song stuck in my head! It’s probably not the best song to have stuck in your head but it’s just so catchy. It’s been getting a bit of air tim...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Sep 1, 2010, 11:39 pm
I was rearranging my desk the other day and came to the conclusion that I have too many screens. I think I need to clear out my desk. And btw, I didn’t intentionally use this photo with Spencer in it (Justin Bobby all the way!), but for some strange reason when Spencer was on screen the shot ...
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Tracy Tan posted an article on Tracing Tray - Aug 31, 2010, 6:11 am
I’d been looking for a leather jacket for quite a while now but every jacket I liked was either way too expensive or wasn’t my size. So you could imagine the look of sheer joy on my face when I found this leather jacket at Vinnies. It’s a real motorcycle jacket, 100% leather, in go...
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