RECOMMENDATIONS FROM OUR TEAM TO YOU.
We're not gatekeepers here at Inspire. If we have a good recommendation, we have to let everybody know about it! These are our September recommendations, from our favourite restaurants to novels, podcasts, television shows, and local businesses.
TO EAT...
NIKY
From Scott
From the same team that brought you Salt (yes, your favourite coffee shop!).
"I haven't actually been yet š š but have heard so many good things and am keen to try it!"
THE LODGE BAR
From Kate
"The perfect spot for a beautiful lunch or special occasion.
Food and service were amazing."
CASA CHOW
From Hamish
"New Asian street food restaurant in Wooloongabba, I actually havenāt been yet, but itās just open and looks amazing! Definitely the next place I will be heading for dinner or lunch."
If the vibe is anything like their Instagram, sign us up!
RAMONA TRATTORIA
From Holly
"Their pastas look insane!!"
TO WATCH...
Old People's Home for Teenagers - ABC iView
From Scott
Love is Blind, After the Alter - Netflix
From Ari
"If you want to feel good about your relationship, you need to watch this š".
The Crown - Netflix
From Kate
"Revisiting this lately, and I forgot how good it was!".
House of the Dragon - Binge
From Dom
Heartbreak High - Netflix
From Tyra
"Such a good watch, and I havenāt seen a great Australian show in so long!"
Monster: The Jefferey Dahmer Story - Netflix
From Jessie- Kate
"Itās insane, but the cinematography is great and the soundtrack".
Echoes - Netflix
From Rosie
"Loved it! A bit creepy, but thought it was great and havenāt seen a show like it before."
Knives Out - Netflix
From Camila
`Knives Out (the movie) is amazing! I just watched it, and the second one will be released in October - so perfect timing to watch it."
TO READ...
GROWN UPS, MARIAN KEYS
From Georgia
Taken from GoodReads:
They're a glamorous family, the Caseys.
Johnny Casey, his two brothers Ed and Liam, their beautiful, talented wives, and all their kids spend a lot of time together - birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, weekends away. And they're a happy family. Johnny's wife, Jessie - who has the most money - insists on it.
Under the surface, though, conditions are murkier. While some people clash, other people like each other far too much . . . Everything stays under control until Ed's wife Cara, gets concussion and can't keep her thoughts to herself. One careless remark at Johnny's birthday party, with the entire family present, starts Cara spilling out all their secrets.
BOY SWALLOWS UNIVERSE, TRENT DEVON
From Jessie-Kate
Taken from GoodReads:
A novel of love, crime, magic, fate and coming of age, set in Brisbane's violent working class suburban fringe - from one of Australia's most exciting new writers.
Brisbane, 1983: A lost father, a mute brother, a mum in jail, a heroin dealer for a stepfather and a notorious crime for a babysitter. It's not as if Eli's life isn't complicated enough already. He's just trying to follow his heart, learning what it takes to be a good man, but life just keeps throwing obstacles in the way - not least of which is Tytus Broz, legendary Brisbane drug dealer.
But if Eli's life is about to get a lot more serious. He's about to fall in love. And, oh yeah, he has to break into Boggo Road Gaol on Christmas Day, to save his mum. Boy Swallows Universe will be the most heartbreaking, joyous and exhilarating novel you will read all year
TO LISTEN...
UNHOLY, SAM SMITH (FEAT. KIM PETRAS)
From Josie
OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS...
UPGRADING TO IOS 16
From Delaney
"Iāve been making so many backgrounds for different moods, so much fun!"
FACEBOOK MARKETPLACE
From Georgia
"We're slowly decorating our apartment, and I have found the coolest stuff on Facebook Marketplace. I got this tiled table for $150, usually they go for $400-$500! I'm obsessed to say the least."
VISIT MARY MAE'S
From Jessie-Kate
"Mary Maeās Bar & Kitchen at The Powerhouse for a Sunday afternoon tipple. Live music, super casual and dog friendly!"
What are your September recommendations for us? We would love to see you comment them below x
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