Round the corner from his now classic Kleines Café, actor Hanno Pöschl has opened a cool Beisl, sporting the optimistic name of Immervoll – always full. This vaulted premises has been given the once-over by architect Hermann Czech, famed for his work on the Loos Bar, the Kleines and the MAK Café. As for the food, Pöschl rightly believes that Viennese classics such as roast pork, cabbage and dumplings can and do compare proudly with more fêted cuisines. The menu changes daily with a choice of seven starters and main courses, some of which have a more Italian bent, and are all extremely good value.
January 27, 2010
The Nutcracker
‘The Nutcracker’ ballet, based on Hoffmann’s ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’, and hasn’t changed much since Tchaikovsky was commissioned to write the music over a century ago. When her godfather gives Clara the gift of a nutcracker at Christmas, she is flung into a dream world where she battles the evil Mouse King and wins. Her nutcracker changes into a prince and together they journey through the land of snow and the land of sweets.
January 27, 2010
Lets go cruising now, in Hawaii
From Big Island to Maui, to Oahu, to Kauai, there are a few things different and special about each local flavour. The easiest way to get a genuine taste of Hawaii, is to try the sample platter. Kauai is the littlest and farthest from the Massive Island, but don’t count it out apropos local culture. Nicknamed the Garden Island for its rich wildlife and attractive views, the island of Kauai is home to all sorts of different nature-based activities.
You can go kayaking, biking, tubing, whale watching, off road sightseeing, picnicking, snorkeling, on eco tours, dinner cruises, or see a bit of everything from an aeroplane tour. The finest that Hawaii’s nature ha to supply is on the beautiful island of Kauai, and it is sometimes used in Hollywood films for its representation of the natural fauna of Hawaii, from garden to beach to Waimea Ravine, which you can span on a day long tour while visiting the island.
You can make a stop at Pearl Bay for a little bit of historic learning, and then go across the island to take a look at the Polynesian Cultural Center and fin out more on the rich cultural history of the island’s locals. Learn how to parasail or surf off the coast or attend an evening luau. Some of the best beaches and golfing courses in the world are located on this island, and the peak of the Haleakala volcano is truly a sight to behold. Heading off to our final island, your cruise will pull up to Gigantic Island, which is also called Hawaii. No matter what you decide to do, there’s masses of natural beauty around and lots of out of doors activities to keep everybody engaged and entertained.
January 24, 2010
Unbreakable
Last year, Bruce Willis starred in ‘The Sixth Sense’, a supernatural thriller that was a huge hit with both critics and the general public. Now he and writer-director M. Night Shyamalan team up again for ‘Unbreakable’. While details of its plot have been kept under wraps, the buzz around this film has been dearfening. Willis plays David Dunne, the lone survivor of a train crash. Everyone around him is amazed that he doesn’t have a mark on him. But one man, Elijah Price (Samuel L. Jackson), holds the secret to Dunne’s apparent invulnerability.
January 21, 2010
Royal Scottish National Orchestra
Italian violinist Salvatore Accardo joins conductor Walter Weller and the orchestra for Brahms’ Violin Concerto. Also on the bill are Beethoven’s Symphony No 5 and Richard Strauss’s Don Juan.
January 19, 2010
Le Macon
This is a good unpretentious neighbourhood restaurant, which you might want to consider if you want to sample the ever-popular moules or steak-frites. There won’t be many tourists here but you will find locals who know where to find good food at very reasonable prices. Other dishes on the menu include skate au beurre noir and Swiss fondue. The atmosphere is friendly and in the winter you’ll have the benefit of a log fire. On Thursday nights, a Swiss-style menu is served for those pining for Alpine comforts.
