Yep, I managed to get into Chin Chin.
Chin Chin 125 Flinders Lane Melbourne (03) 8663 2000 We changed our 12:30pm lunch schedule to 12 midday and it was a wise move. We just made it – there were only a handful of tables left and I felt like a winner when I sat down. With a reputation preceding it, Chin Chin has [...]
Creative Packaging
Advertising and marketing is a different kettle of fish for each country as it is for each market. With design, I’ve always found it essential to understand these differences and work alongside them, adding a bit of masala to the mix. Big generalisation coming up – but I’ve noticed, Indian marketing when done well, focuses [...]
The Sol. A designer, boutique hotel in Goa.
I have to credit and thank Apek for this awesome discovery. The Sol Road Opposite Bank of India Nerul, Goa India 403114 Tel: 91 832 671 4141 Tel: 91 95 521 32132 ajit@thesol.in December 2011, my and V’s family (young-uns only) went to the Sunburn Festival in Goa and stayed at a boutique hotel called [...]
The Design Files Open House taught me Melbourne is ready for colour.
The Design Files Open House 40 Little Napier Street Fitzroy Thursday December 1st to Sunday December 4th 2011. Open 10.00am – 5.00pm, over four days only. I’m guessing this is the one post that is going to be up on multiple Melbourne blogs at the moment. I might as well get stuck into it in that [...]
Los Danzantes, Coyoacan, Mexico.
The Floating Gardens Nativitas and Caltongo, the main embarcaderos, are near the center of Xochimilco; embarcadero Cuemanco leads to Parque Ecológico de Xochimilco www.xochimilco.df.gob.mx Los Danzantes Plaza Jardin Centenario 12, Col. Villa Coyoacan, Mexico City Telephone: (55) 5554-1213, (55) 5554-2896 coyoacan@losdanzantes.com So we went on a 2 hour car [...]
Creative Women’s Circle Book Launch
Last night we attended the CWC Book Launch for the book titled, Conversations With Creative Women. Held at the Harvest Workroom: 510- 512 Lygon Street, East Brunswick, it was the perfect venue for the event. A gorgeous night, thankfully it only started pouring down in good ol Melbourne style this morning! Huge congrats to a [...]
Designer Hotel. DeBrett, Auckland.
Hotel DeBrett 2 High Street Auckland +64 9-925 9000 Earlier this year, I made one of those harried visits to Auckland to be with the sisters. We went out for drinks to The CornerBar and after that, Meeks took me to the hotel for dessert. I’m enchanted by designer hotels. N actually beat me to [...]
Interior design of Sabyasachi Store in Kolkata
Back in 2007, I used to spend hours researching Indian designers online. That was when I discovered the gorgeousness of Sabyasachi. It was his 2007 collection and I love this, this and this. Since then, he’s been overly celebrity endorsed (Aish, Vidya, Rani) and is one of the leading designers in India. Needless to say, [...]
Melbourne Pop-Up Markets. Elpple.
Pop-Up Markets 118 High Street Prahran. I recently went to the Pop-Up Markets in Prahran. There are a fair few artists there and a range of fun things to be treated with plus food too. Of all the vendors, I found Elpple (AKA Ellen Grace) and I really liked her work. She’s very quiet [...]
Manchester Press – epicness in cafe form in Melbourne
Manchester Press 8 Rankins Lane Melbourne (03) 9600 4054 I can’t even remember when I went to Manchester Press, except that it was a really long time ago. At the time, I didn’t want to share it because I thought it would become one of those overly popular places that you can’t get a foot [...]
Conversations with Creative Women – The Creative Women’s Circle Book.
We had the pleasure of being asked to design a cover page in The Creative Women’s Circle exciting first book release – ‘Conversations with Creative Women’ for the talented fashion designer Masayo Yasuki. With a brief of designing a typographic title page Masayo Yasuki’s interview that is aesthetically sympathetic to [...]
Christmas Card Love with some of our favourite charities!
This year, we’re sharing the love with four designs, handcrafted with love for some our favourite charities: Clean Up Australia National Stroke Foundation The Holland Foundation Starlight Children’s Foundation For every 100 Christmas cards ordered, we’re giving back the love with a 10% donation. Here are the designs you can choose from as well as [...]
Golden Fields in Melbourne.
Golden Fields 157 Fitzroy Street St Kilda, 3182 (03) 9525 4488 This year for my birthday, my dear friends took me to Golden Fields. It is a stunning spot in St. Kilda – and ticked the boxes. The interiors are … well… nothing short of amazing. Let me give you the checklist to explain where I’m [...]
Montsalvat. Art in Melbourne.
Montsalvat 7 Hillcrest Ave. Eltham Victoria 3095 (03) 9439 7712 ++++++++++++++ Romance doesn’t come easily to V. Phrases such as “pulling teeth” come to mind. Thankfully, the Arrow and Kish+Co offices now have women who are with amazing men. And those men do things like; surprises, flowers, chocolate, birthday treats etc. Therefore, I [...]
Indian street food. Does not get any better in Melbourne.
Bear with me while I glorify Indian street food. We recently introduced N to “Bhuja”. N is Malaysian-Indian. Needless to say, the packet of Bhuja didn’t leave her hands for a quite a while… That was when it dawned on me. If N is mostly Indian and she doesn’t know about the glory of Indian [...]
Paperific Expo!
Despite being a designer and following the usual preference for clean layouts, white space and minimalism, there are certain… creative indulgences one likes to dabble in outside of work – one of those for me being the world of papercraft; handmade cards, stationery, all that paperie goodness that makes me feel ‘happysparkles’ (is it a [...]
Semi Permanent Design Conference, Melbourne
SEMI PERMANENT 2011 A Q&A conversation between Rowena and Agnes. Good heavens. +++ R(oe/weena): Hello, how are you? A(ggs/gnes/ngus/nges): Hullo! I’m good thanks : ) …why do you get to be the interviewer and I am the intervieweeee? haha R: Anyways…. (awkward silence)…. From the 2 days at Semi-Permanent, who inspired you the most and why? A: [...]
Japan.
Oishii* Rowena went to Japan ^______^ It was hot =____=’ There was a typhoon 0____o She went to Nagoya. Tokyo. Osaka. Kyoto XD The people in Japan are lovely n___n The kids in Tokyo are so cool O_O O_O She fell in love with old Japanese men ♥__♥ [...]
Angela’s Q&A on the designers blog.
When Angela saw the standard Q&A we had on the blog, she ignored my email. Cheeky A. So we did a custom one for our non-designer in the house. It doesn’t ask questions about tofu, which is the only part that disappoints me. However, seeing her answers, I feel like doing one of these myself… [...]
Marketing & Planning an Event. This is the how to.
On August 12th, 2011, we held an artists night at our design studio in Hawthorn, in Melbourne. There were two key aspects to the night 1. Introduce people to our new company name – Kish+Co 2. Support local artists (32 in total) and create an atmosphere where art doesn’t feel intimidating and is easier to [...]
Miss Kish to Kish+Co. A Brand Refresh.
Miss Kish. The perfect name for a freelance designer. A little crazy, a little cool and as it turns out, quite a business woman. Over the 3 years, Miss Kish really sprouted. Sorry – I couldn’t think of a better word for rapid growth that sounded organic enough… So 3 years. 3 designers. 1 Manager. [...]
The Art
We recently worked with 32 Melbourne Artists to hold an exhibition on August 12th, which introduced the artists to the corporate world as well as marking the change over from our business name from Miss Kish to Kish+Co. We wanted to show you pictures of the art, so if there are any pieces you like, [...]
Photos from the big night
On August 12th – our studio transformed into an art gallery. We had 32 artists exhibit and over 400 people attend. Here are a few shots, taken with love by Sayher Heffernan. If you can spot yourself, send us an email! Click here to see some of the artists work and get in touch with [...]
It happened!
We had an amazing art exhibition to spread the news of our change over from Miss Kish to Kish+Co on Friday, 12th of August. Ultimately, we had 465 RSVPs for the night. Thank you to everyone who came on the night, we’ll be posting pics to our Facebook page and here on the blog as [...]
Alica exhibits in Popup: Project
We are excited to invite you to the exhibition of one of our featured artists- Aliça Bryson-Haynes! Popup: Project Exhibition Dates: Opening Night/Performance: Wednesday 3 August 6-9pm Opening Hours: Thursday 4 August 11-4pm Bus Projects 637 Bourke st, Melbourne The opening night is this Wednesday and you’re all invited to come along to this group [...]
Hilde Thomsen’s Upcoming Exhibition!
Introducing Hilde Thomsen – a Melbourne based artist with an adept hand at illustrating humorous caricatures and breathing life into her energetic characters with a skilled swoosh of ink and watercolour. We’re lucky enough to have Hilde on board for our exhibition launch party but for a sneak peak of her work, Hilde will be part of the Brunswick street [...]
Just a little sneak peak…
Hi friends, We are so excited to share with you some background info about the talented artists we will be showcasing at our Kish+ Co Launch, on the 12th August 2011. Every day you will have the opportunity to read about a particular artist. We have 32 artists on offer- learn about them, their creative influences [...]
Link Love from Brisbane, NYC and Mr. Montgomery
Sometimes I want people to get famous, just so I can say “BAM, I mentioned them here on the blog back in ’99″. Yes, lame, I know. Anyhoo. I’ve chosen 3 artists / websites to share this week. First up in the header image are porcelain bangles I want. From Lightfoot Prints in Brisbane, not [...]
Pillar of Salt
Pillar of Salt 541 Church Street, Richmond (03) 9421-1550 A weekend ago, V & I dropped into Pillar of Salt. May have had something to do with a major SPACE & Poliform sale on nearby. But nevertheless. It was a lazy Sunday morning, where there are no plans (this is like any other Sunday for [...]
Hut 13 – yes, it’s in Armadale.
Hut 13 13 Morey Street, Armadale (03) 9500 1343 Sometimes, posts are so overdue, its ridiculous. I visited Hut 13 two weeks ago and so much has happened since. V and I fought and made up. My ankle got bunged and is now strapped. Agnes made amazing cupcake pops. We sent out invites for the [...]
Padre.
Padre Coffee. 322 Coventry Street Melbourne VIC 3205 (03) 9209 6295 V and I often go to South Melbourne markets (sorry, side note, his preference is Vic Markets because he knows whom to bargain with and where to get the best coriander from as well)… I urge you to go. Try those amazing pistachio thingees pictured above [...]
St. Edmonds
St. Edmonds Cafe 154 Greville Street Prahran VIC 3181 (03) 9525 0473 St. Edmonds cafe is sexy. Perfectly placed just off Greville Street, you can see Tax Alexanders work from afar and find yourself stepping into their coolness. They’ve been blogged about at sites like Broadsheet / Weekly Review and D’Marge. (Sorry, my pictures do [...]
MissChu
MissChu 2/297 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 (03) 9077 1097 I’ve read so many mixed reviews about MissChu, that I’m wondering if my non-Vietnamese-ness is really hindering my ability to judge food. Or maybe its because I go weak in the knees for a dumpling. Who knows. Interiors are certainly cool, fitting so much, spaciously [...]
Chez Dré = Awesomeness
Chez Dré, South Melbourne. 285-287 Coventry Street South Melbourne, 3205 (03) 9690 2688 I know Chez Dré is already all over the blogosphere – but this lovely lady deserves huge love. Amazing / delicious / awesomeness! I’ve already recommended it to heaps of my friends – but this is for you, pictures galore of delicious food [...]
Iko Iko in Wellington
Iko Iko 118 Cuba Mall Wellington 6011, New Zealand + 64 4 385 0977 Wellington is one of those cities I heart heart heart! You’ll find an Iko Iko store in Wellington as well as Auckland. It’s a design store filled with crazy, fun objects that will make you smile and laugh. While you’re there, [...]
Rowena does her Q&A at Miss Kish
Favourite munchies food Cadbury-Black forest. Best Art Gallery in Melbourne For now: No Vacancy. Tofu much? Vegie bar on Brunswick St has a ‘faux duck’ stir-fry dish. The tofu tastes, looks and feels like REAL DUCK! If I ate at Soul Mama’s all day every day, I would turn to Vegetarianism. But then I would [...]
Pom by Pomegranate launch this Saturday!!
This weekend is the exciting launch of our good friend Jacinta’s new textiles and accessories range Pom by Pomegranate at Craft Victoria’s Craft Hatch. Held on the second Saturday of every month, the Craft Hatch Market features the beautifully handcrafted products of emerging artists and designers, including stationery, homewares, textiles, accessories and much more… So [...]
Axil Cafe in Hawthorn. BAM!
Axil Cafe, Hawthorn. 322 Burwood Road Melbourne, 3122 (03) 9819 0093 I’d initially heard about Axil from Mr. Lawler – and then from Happy2ServeYou. And it was so so worth it. I went in a grumpy mood and this is when it’s V’s role to cheer me up – with what works best, food…We had a waiter [...]
Kish blast from the past.
If you enjoyed reading our previous blog (which came with our old website) but have wondered where it might’ve disappeared to, fear not! We’ve safely tucked it away so you can still have a squiz whenever it takes your fancy :)
Yuria Okamura exhibits at Red Gallery
Stillness in Silence, Shapes in Space Exhibition Dates: 15 June – 2 July 2011 Opening Night: Wednesday 15 June 6-8pm Opening Hours: Wednesday – Saturday 11am-5pm Red Gallery 157 St Georges Road Fitzroy North VIC 3068 (03) 9482 3550 We recently heard of the Yuria, via our friend Jacinta, over at Pomegranate. She’s going to [...]
Dagmar Rousset
D and I recently popped into Dagmar Rousset on Gertrude St and the knit sweaters reminded me of M. Bright colours, awesome socks, nice lighting pendant in the centre and a little store full of things that will make you smile. I was too shy to ask if I could take pics indoors – so you’ll [...]
MoVida Next Door
This is an institution. I have a thing against institutions. Sometimes I feel they are over blogged about and don’t need the fame. But come Sunday night, we needed a place open early arvo for bites which could be a dinner – but didn’t have to be a dinner! MoVida Next Door fit the bill. [...]
NZ’s Westpac Impulsive Saver
Every now and then, I come across an idea so brilliant – I wish there was a “Share” button in my real life, so I can spam it out to everyone I know and tell them how cool it is. Of course, the share button of my life is on Facebook – and I don’t [...]
Art Melbourne 2011
On Saturday, I took Doctor D to Art Melbourne at the Royal Exhibition building in Carlton. She did die and go to heaven no joke (that was after she died and went to heaven post her first ride in an open air convertible). We caught up with the lovely Jac Jac, Aggs & Maggie Baby [...]
She Says. Raise your voice.
I recently read about She Says. If it were in Melbourne, I would be there. Unfortunately, it’s only available to the cool kids in Sydney, NY and more. Grrr. It’s about women in creative in digital departments. And about the fact that there aren’t many. It’s a chance to chat and be heard. I’m nuts [...]
Charlotte Taylor
I’ve had Charlotte Taylor on my radar for months. I have a “to blog” list of people whom I’m dying to share. She’s top of the list. Her prints have penguins, ants and elephants and more. I want. You can buy her goodness at Coggles.
Karishma Shahani
I’ve found me a super cool namesake via MasalaChai. Yes, I’m biased to colours – anything bright has me hooked. Like an epic caffeine hit. You can find her London College of Fashion page here, her facebook page here and her official site here! I cannot wait to find her famous and on net-a-porter. Epic [...]
Porgie + Mr. Jones
I never used to like them, judged a book by its cover if you know where I’m coming from. But hey, they opened a nearby cafe called Friends of Mine and I was down. Details 291 Auburn Road Hawthorn VIC 3122 (03) 9882 2955 The service is lovely, the food is amazing – they do these [...]
The Library
The Library is a super cool bar in Wellington. We have to thank the gorgeous Tina in Windy Welly for the intro. You can see their afternoon tea menu here. Details Level 1/53 Courtenay Place, Te Aro 6011, New Zealand (google maps link) (04) 382 8593 For an awesome review and more food pictures, click here [...]
Zus & Zo
Zus & Zo is a little bit of foodie heaven in Auckland. Details 228 Jervois Road in Herne Bay 1011, New Zealand (click here to get a google map view) (09) 361 5060 It’s also uber aesthetic, which I’m sure is why Dr. D took me there. They have a range of sandwiches and a few [...]
Queenslake exhibition.
It’s really nice when artists & designers gather together and create artwork in the name of charity, even nicer when they exhibit in a spiffy space such as the 1000£bend, and nicer still when it involves one of the most exquisite forms of printing – the good ‘ol letterpress. Which was exactly what I was [...]
Spit & Polish web design workshop.
On the weekend, Agnes and I, along with a group of other willing pupils, took ourselves along to an AGDA workshop called Spit & Polish: Web Design / Before you open Photoshop, held at RMIT School of Design TAFE. At first, we didn’t know what to expect - would we be testing out the back-end of [...]
All about Migo’s.
Migos is SJ’s dog’s name. You’ve gotta believe a place is great if SJ named her dog after it. And it was. Described perfectly as “like your mumma’s homemade”. I hear the meat balls are great. I settled for a mushroom Panini – which I loved and a Phoenix Cola – which I think I [...]
For Sayher’s Mum.
At Miss Kish, we have a birthday roster. Sayher, our manly man, was in charge of Sherika’s birthday. This is what he came up with. Needless to say, all love goes to Sayher’s mum – thank you so much! She’s been feeding us since last year and now that Sayher’s leaving, we are going to miss his [...]
Rowena Parade.
A sweet little birdie said to me “Kish, when you don’t post a blog, I don’t know where to go for a coffee!”. Aah, that’s what you call a mighty fine ego boost. So little birdie – here is the Rowena Parade Corner Store. First introduced to me by Michi (not the Michi, Michi) but Michi Ohira. +++++++++ I [...]
An early morning coffee & Broadsheet.
SJ and I popped into the Broadsheet Café a wee while back. Sorry – tis closed now. (Please don’t hate). It was one of those places, super cool, super sexy – and I felt like we were there to be seen to be there? Nicely done. The coffees were perfect as expected, not a seat to [...]
Valentine / Schmallentine.
We’re not all smoochy / lovey dovey at Miss Kish. Hell, I got my second bouquet in five years. But what is not to love about a cupcake with incredible icing on it? Thanks to Becky Chi, we’ve got our cupcakes down to a “T”. Only note – if you have clients beyond the Tullamarine [...]
Roasting Warehouse North Melbourne
Look what Karishma ate on the weekend! I think that’s peanut butter on the left… YUM!
Bloesem + A giveaway!
I first learnt about Bloesem from Aggy – she shares me the coolest links and is even giving me suggestions to help me while away my couch potato Friday nights (did I just say that outloud?). Dear. Me. Meanwhile, back to coolness. I just saw that Bloesem is giving away these gorgeous silkscreen prints if [...]
I went to Heide and I got a fridge magnet.
So they don’t allow people to take any photographs at Heide. Which didn’t really float my boat. This magnet reminds me of me + me family. I thought it was normal to want to be uber safe, however, V used to have monkeys in his room at night (no, he wasn’t brought up in a [...]
Hieroglyphics? Let me be Pacific.
My entire Egypt trip was riddled with the one lyric from The Bloodhound Gang, “The Bad Touch” – “Hieroglyphics? Let me be Pacific…..” please don’t ask me what comes after that. So we’d be following tour guides around like little groupies and I had my Egypt theme song in my head. I apologise to Neha [...]
Are you getting attention?
When a magazine drops and you’ve got an advertisement on a single page somewhere in the middle of it all – are you getting bang for your buck? No seriously, is anyone going to look? Those smart blue flyers are getting more love. But better still, should you have an insert or a brochure or [...]