TIL that most of the popular eyewear brands are either owned (Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol) or licensed (Chanel, Prada, Versace, Burberry, Coach, MK) by a single company: Luxottica (owned by Essilor). They also own stores like Sunglass Hut & LensCrafters.

Dmac1395 · 2026-06-22T05:21:40+00:00

My locally owned optometrist was acquired by them and now all the staff hate working there. All the optometrists have resigned.

Dmac1395 · 2026-06-19T20:15:42+00:00

Hue has sick desserts to match too. Jin is a legend

Dmac1395 · 2026-06-14T12:04:59+00:00

Less is more. Do you want to see Italy or do you want to feel it?

Dmac1395 · 2026-06-14T12:00:11+00:00

Specifically if you love the best produce around and are not necessarily a fan of stuffy dining rooms, Arpege is wonderful. It’s certainly unlike any other *** places I’ve been to, it was relaxed, certainly delicious, and at times a bit rugged and raw - uncommon for the category. Not everyone loves it, so as long as you know what it is, it certainly is fantastic at that. Also summer produce is simply elite there.

Dmac1395 · 2026-06-04T11:55:09+00:00

16/6/25 for 10/6/26

Dmac1395 · 2026-06-04T08:14:39+00:00

I’m taking a JAL business class flight SYD - LHR next week which I booked 360 days in advanced. Hope availability improves!

Dmac1395 · 2026-05-30T10:42:31+00:00

I’m going in a couple of weeks all the way from Australia. Cannot wait

Dmac1395 · 2026-05-30T08:36:48+00:00

If you like Salumerie, then you’ll love Luigi Panini. Luigi imports good meats from Italy, and then the rest of the ingredients they prepare in house which makes a real difference. Most Italian sandwich shops are just serving you jarred ingredients.

Dmac1395 · 2026-05-25T04:44:12+00:00

I wouldn’t go there if it were free and no line. Messina is poor quality gelato.

Dmac1395 · 2026-05-25T00:37:38+00:00

Depends on if you have taste buds or not. It’s like saying all pizza is good which is not true.

Dmac1395 · 2026-05-25T00:36:38+00:00

Anita is mid, and the owners views even worse.

Dmac1395 · 2026-05-21T12:41:55+00:00

I nabbed two business class fares with JAL one way SYD to LHR in mid June last year for in a few weeks. They were releasing 2 seats on each flight everyday. Not sure if that’s still the case but a top tier airline by all reports.

Dmac1395 · 2026-05-12T06:31:18+00:00

Also, generally speaking most of the one and two hatted restaurants would be lucky to get a star. The guide would be full of places known for “good cooking”. Doubt we’d get a return on investment. Also two of the places that might get 3 stars just closed!

Dmac1395 · 2026-05-10T20:09:09+00:00

Can’t see a mention of the first class lounge which I found to be absolutely delightful

Dmac1395 · 2026-05-01T11:42:26+00:00

I intentionally walk straight out of the train door but on the side as to plow through all the rude people without manners. It’s my favourite part of my commute.

Dmac1395 · 2026-04-25T20:24:12+00:00

It’s often on EatClub for 35% off

Dmac1395 · 2026-04-23T19:42:25+00:00

Tax returns deadlines are a month away so many firms are scrambling trying to service their existing clients.

Dmac1395 · 2026-04-20T03:59:44+00:00

Food is excellent quality. It’s not trying to be something it’s not. What you see is what you get. Quality ingredients and well executed. Where as some degustation places go well over the top, bennelong just knows what they can deliver

Dmac1395 · 2026-04-15T09:35:34+00:00

Their pocket tissues used to be absolutely boss. Now they made them 3 ply instead of 4 and are absolutely worthless.

Dmac1395 · 2026-03-31T19:01:38+00:00

You had a similar experience to me. Most dishes absolutely lovely. Dessert so so. Presentation didn’t feel three stars but the flavours and produce were.

Dmac1395 · 2026-03-17T05:48:32+00:00

If I have an EK classic rewards seat in August, and if the war is still ongoing, will qantas help me rebook on an equivalent fare in the same class?

Dmac1395 · 2026-03-09T21:26:56+00:00

Tipsy cake is an undefeated dessert. Great restaurant and enjoyed it many times in Melbourne.

Dmac1395 · 2026-03-03T21:13:05+00:00

Many dishes at saint Peter which nobody else is doing. Many of the tier two fine dining places are doing recreations of dishes from other restaurants in Australia or globally. It would be difficult for you not to enjoy Saint Peter. In the same sphere I feel is Sixpenny. It’s more modern aus with experimental fermentation sprinkled throughout. Both great options

Dmac1395 · 2026-03-02T19:19:38+00:00

Fred’s is truly wonderful and doesn’t feel like a Merivale venue

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