the heart of food

Photo Usage, Copyright Infringement and You – How Not to Be a Thieving D-bag (Part 1)

Simon — Sun, 19 May 2013 12:34:13 +0000

Part 1 of a 2 part series on how you can obtain permission to use photos for free in a legal and moral way. Part 1 looks into how little actual time and effort is required to obtain permission to use photos, as well as some handy tips to help you get the photos you're after.

Campsie Food Festival – 2012 Recap

Simon — Thu, 16 May 2013 18:19:11 +0000

Info on the Campsie Food Festival 2013 as well as a recap of last year's festival.

Interview on Butter & Co. and the Future of Social Media for Food Bloggers

Simon — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:34:59 +0000

An interview with me featured on Butter & Co. as well as a look into my use of social media and what the future of social media might be for food bloggers.

The Adventures of the Little Chef – Book Review

Simon — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 16:39:18 +0000

A book review of The Adventures of the Little Chef, a food-centric children's story book written by Mark Yeow, former food blogger of the well renown The Ninja Review. Get a summary of the story, opinions of its contents and whether or not this may be right for you as a potential Christmas gift.

Adriano Zumbo Macaron Day 2012 – Macaron List

Simon — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 03:52:03 +0000

A message regarding Adriano Zumbo's annual Macaron/Zumbaron Day 2012, with info regarding start time and the over 60 macaron flavours available on the day.

Twitter Photo Grid Tutorial

Simon — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 16:50:11 +0000

A tutorial for a creative application of your Twitter header by incorporating your avatar into a photo grid.

Recipe – Rocky Road (Have You Eaten?)

Simon — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 15:57:55 +0000

When I was invited to a Google+ Cook-a-long Hangout hosted by Top 10 Masterchef Australia contestant, fellow Sydney food blogger, and now author of his inaugural cookbook Have You Eaten? Billy Law, I just had to take up the opportunity. For someone who is interested in social media, technology, food, as well as the broadcasting and [...]

O Bar & Dining Launch Party

Simon — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 01:52:49 +0000

O Bar and Dining is a new restaurant by Michael Moore, situated at the former Summit Restaurant site. Check out the post for some insight and images from the launch party.

Max Brenner (Westfield CBD)

Simon — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 23:03:16 +0000

Due to inclement weather, tickets to an outdoor cinema are abandoned for the solace of warm, chocolate desserts from Max Brenner. However, in the act of trying to counteract the duldrums of the poor weather, things may have been taken too far.

SBS Featured Foodie Interview

Simon — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 02:49:27 +0000

Hi! Just a quick post to let you know that I’ve been interviewed by SBS Food for their SBS Featured Foodie series. I’m honoured and humbled to be included among such an esteemed group of food aficionados and enthusiasts. You can read the full interview at the following link – SBS Featured Foodie: Simon Park.