Panorama Pulse

  The word hibachi often brings to mind theatrical chefs flipping shrimp into their hats at a teppanyaki restaurant. But in traditional Japanese culture, a hibachi is something entirely different. Originally, it referred to a compact, open-top fire bowl used for heating rather than cooking. The small charcoal cooking unit most people associate with hibachi today is a compact cooking stove designed for high-heat grilling. These grills are enjoying a strong resurgence, especially among food lovers with limited outdoor space. Their portability makes them perfect for patios, balconies, beach cookouts, and tailgating. More importantly, they deliver a style of cooking that prioritises ingredient quality, quick searing, and social interaction. At its core, hibachi cooking is about high heat, open grates, and letting natural flavours shine.

  Every home has at least one item that carries more emotional weight than it should. Maybe it’s a chopping board stamped with a family name, a mug with an inside joke, or a neatly engraved key holder with some character. Printed homewares are seemingly ordinary items that you’d be oddly upset to lose. That’s because adding a name, date, or phrase gives the object meaning. What was once purely practical suddenly tells a story. A simple piece of homeware becomes a reflection of personality, humour, or connection. They become things you keep, notice, and feel attached to. That subtle shift is where the real value of personalised homewares lives.

  Watercolour is light, fluid, and full of possibility. However, for many beginners, it can feel intimidating before the brush even touches the paper. The paint moves on its own, mistakes seem permanent, and control feels optional. But that’s also where the magic lives. Once you understand how it behaves, this medium becomes more expressive and forgiving. I’ll help you take the pressure off, and ease into painting with confidence. I’ll walk through the essentials, from choosing a starter palette that won’t overwhelm you to learning how colours blend and interact on the page.

  Travelling Australia by caravan offers freedom, adventure, and waking up somewhere new each day. However, when the heat cranks up, comfort quickly becomes just as important as the view. When temperatures push past 40°C and sticky humidity becomes a problem, having a dependable way to cool your space can make or break the journey. That’s why choosing the right air conditioner matters. This unit helps you sleep well at night, enjoy downtime inside your van and travel without constantly battling the heat. I’ll take a closer look at the two most popular options: rooftop and under-bunk systems, to help you decide which one best suits your setup.

  What Is a Sustainable Bean Bag? As the name suggests, a sustainable bean bag is an Eco-friendly seating bag that significantly minimises environmental impact by using biodegradable, renewable and recycled materials both inside and out. Given the fact that they are mainly made from recyclable and renewable materials, this makes them a safer option for homes. But even though made from such materials, these bags for seating are super durable and long-lasting.