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  • Food Review: Single O Surry Hills

    Reading Time: 2 minutes Surry Hills is the melting pot of brunch culture. Sydney has been very dull and rainy in recent weeks. However, a warm coffee and breakfast is never a bad thing – even in the rain. I’ve wanted to check out Single O Surry Hills because of how popular it was. The cafe is only a… Read The Post

    Food Review: Single O Surry Hills
  • Food Review: Reuben Hills, Surry Hills

    Reading Time: 3 minutes Does anything beat having a nice cafe lunch on a slow morning or afternoon? I definitely appreciate the small things on a slow Saturday and that includes having a big brekkie. I’ve always wanted to try Reuben Hills, a small hole in the wall industrial chic cafe in Surry Hills approximately a 10 minute walk… Read The Post

    Food Review: Reuben Hills, Surry Hills
  • Is Peloton Worth the Money? – Pros and Cons of Using Peloton (Peloton App No Peloton Bike)

    Reading Time: 6 minutes Peloton was all the rage during the pandemic as gyms were closed, Peloton bike sales soared and share prices went through the roof. The fitness industry was booming and blessed. Now all I hear are the problems that Peloton is facing. From the stock value plummeting to below the IPO price (yikes!), the massive job… Read The Post

    Is Peloton Worth the Money? – Pros and Cons of Using Peloton (Peloton App No Peloton Bike)
  • 2022 Reading Goals and Challenge – Book Recommendations and Book Haul

    Reading Time: 5 minutes Starting a new year is exciting filled with aspirations and setting intentions. In the spirit of setting goals, I wanted to share a few of my 2022 reading goals. I highly encourage you to do something similar or consider doing a reading challenge. Goodreads allows you to set a number of books that you want… Read The Post

    2022 Reading Goals and Challenge –  Book Recommendations and Book Haul
  • What I Learnt Having my Makeup Done at Mecca

    Reading Time: 4 minutes Have you ever got a makeup lesson at Mecca? As someone who is probably not the best at makeup or wants to learn new techniques that enhance my features, I’ve always found the idea of a makeup lesson quite useful. I’ve always interested in trying new products if they work for me so I’m completely… Read The Post

    What I Learnt Having my Makeup Done at Mecca

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Food Review: Single O Surry Hills

March 1, 2022

Reading Time: 2 minutes Surry Hills is the melting pot of brunch culture. Sydney has been very dull and rainy in recent weeks. However, a warm coffee and breakfast is never a bad thing – even in the rain. I’ve wanted to check out Single O Surry Hills because of how popular it was. The cafe is only aRead the Post

Food Review: Reuben Hills, Surry Hills

January 30, 2022

Reading Time: 3 minutes Does anything beat having a nice cafe lunch on a slow morning or afternoon? I definitely appreciate the small things on a slow Saturday and that includes having a big brekkie. I’ve always wanted to try Reuben Hills, a small hole in the wall industrial chic cafe in Surry Hills approximately a 10 minute walkRead the Post

Is Peloton Worth the Money? – Pros and Cons of Using Peloton (Peloton App No Peloton Bike)

January 18, 2022

Reading Time: 6 minutes Peloton was all the rage during the pandemic as gyms were closed, Peloton bike sales soared and share prices went through the roof. The fitness industry was booming and blessed. Now all I hear are the problems that Peloton is facing. From the stock value plummeting to below the IPO price (yikes!), the massive jobRead the Post

2022 Reading Goals and Challenge – Book Recommendations and Book Haul

January 5, 2022

Reading Time: 5 minutes Starting a new year is exciting filled with aspirations and setting intentions. In the spirit of setting goals, I wanted to share a few of my 2022 reading goals. I highly encourage you to do something similar or consider doing a reading challenge. Goodreads allows you to set a number of books that you wantRead the Post

What I Learnt Having my Makeup Done at Mecca

December 7, 2021

Reading Time: 4 minutes Have you ever got a makeup lesson at Mecca? As someone who is probably not the best at makeup or wants to learn new techniques that enhance my features, I’ve always found the idea of a makeup lesson quite useful. I’ve always interested in trying new products if they work for me so I’m completelyRead the Post

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Tesalate Beach Towel Review – Is it really sand-free?

November 12, 2021

Reading Time: 4 minutes Finding the perfect beach towel can be difficult. I usually find them too bulky that take too much space or worst just make everything around you sandy. If you find this an issue, Tesalate may be your solution. *I was kindy gifted this by Tesalate but all my opinions are my own Tesalate began whenRead the Post

Food Review: Belles Hot Chicken Barangaroo

October 17, 2021

Reading Time: 3 minutes Belles Hot Chicken $$ 5/33 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo NSW 2000 I like to think of Belles Hot Chicken as my fancier and southern upgrade of getting KFC. I sometimes find KFC wicked wings a bit spicy so oh boy – this was going to be a test. Belles Hot Chicken is quietly tucked away overlookingRead the Post

MECCA BEAUTY LOOP BOX LEVEL 3 OCTOBER 2021 – THE WORST BOX EVER?

October 14, 2021

Reading Time: 4 minutes Once again, I am reviewing the quarterly Mecca beauty loop box. Every quarter, Mecca gives out a free beauty loop box as part of its loyalty program. The contents depends on your level which is based on your yearly spend at Mecca (reviewed annually). Level 1 – $300 – $599.99 spend per year Level 2 – $600 – $1199.99 spendRead the Post

REVIEW // What to get from Flower Beauty – Affordable Makeup

September 20, 2021

Reading Time: 3 minutes I have heard raving reviews about Flower Beauty and for that reason I’ve always wanted to give it a try. I pass it in my drugstore all the time but don’t give it much of a second thought. For those who haven’t heard of Flower Beauty, it is an affordable cosmetics line founded by DrewRead the Post

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MECCA BEAUTY LOOP BOX LEVEL 3 JULY 2021 – WHAT’S INSIDE AND IS IT WORTH IT?

July 20, 2021

Reading Time: 4 minutes It is time again for the quarterly Mecca beauty loop box. For all of those currently in lockdown, I hope you’re all doing well. As of July 2021, most of Australia is in varying degrees of lockdown. It’s a tough time and as silly as it sounds, getting free makeup and skincare is always niceRead the Post

Food Review: Mecca Coffee [Alexandria, Sydney]

July 11, 2021

Reading Time: 3 minutes I am a huge fan of taking my morning slow. This usually involves going to the gym in the morning and taking my time to get ready for work. Sometimes, I’ll treat myself to a breakfast. The kind where you sit and buy the most scrumptious thing on the menu. Normalise eating at a cafeRead the Post

Resin Art Tips for Beginners – Things I Wish I Knew

June 20, 2021

Reading Time: 5 minutes Resin art looks gorgeous but it can be quite hard to get it right. I tried resin art for the first time and came out with some really nice pieces but also some really ugly pieces. I made quite a few mistakes that I think can be easily avoided. I thought it would be greatRead the Post

Food Review: Dutch Smuggler [Sydney]

June 17, 2021

Reading Time: 2 minutes Dutch Smuggler is a hidden gem hidden under some stairs and a large office building. Despite its hidden location, I visited Dutch Smuggler during my lunch walk as I was craving a toastie. This is quite literally a hole in the wall cafe and we all know how great finding a good hole in theRead the Post

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Book Review: The Sun and Her Flowers by Rupi Kaur

June 3, 2021

Reading Time: 3 minutes *This post is not sponsored but contains affiliate links to products. I may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. I have wanted to read Rupi Kaur’s poetry for AGESSSSSS. I was first introduced to Rupi Kaur from her book Milk and Honey that went instantly viral because of her ‘Instapoetry’. Kaur usesRead the Post

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Food Review: Nook Urban Fresh Bar [Sydney]

May 25, 2021

Reading Time: 3 minutes Nook Urban Fresh Bar, otherwise known as Nook, is a busy and bustling breakfast and lunch spot right opposite Wynyard Station. Its location is perfect for convenience. There is inside and outdoor seating. I feel outdoor seating is not the most pleasant because it’s on a busy street but I do love eating out inRead the Post

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I am a 24 year old Australian-based online content creator who is trying her best to adult (sort of). Some topics I write include beauty, travel, and life. For enquiries, please contact me at clarissazhu97@gmail.com - Happy reading!

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The Utopia of Rules: On Technology, Stupidity, and the Secret Joys of Bureaucracy
The Utopia of Rules: On Technology, Stupidity, and the Secret Joys of Bureaucracy
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Thinking, Fast and Slow
Thinking, Fast and Slow
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How to Be a Person in the World: Ask Polly's Guide Through the Paradoxes of Modern Life
How to Be a Person in the World: Ask Polly's Guide Through the Paradoxes of Modern Life
by Heather Havrilesky
12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos
12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos
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