Mickey Randall takes us along the mighty Murray to the always welcoming Cobdogla Club… he also takes us back to the 1990s both through anecdote and the Cobby’s very reasonable drinks prices on offer! [Reminds me of the classic Crackerjack quote “beers at genuine 1972 prices” – Ed.]
Sausage Roll Review: Orange Spot Bakery, Glenelg
January 5, 2020 by 11 Comments
Another sausage roll, another sausage roll review. Mickey Randall puts the taste buds to the test with his latest sausage roll review. Did that sausage roll pass the Mickey taste test?
Pub Review: The Lighthouse Wharf, Port Adelaide
November 30, 2019 by 13 Comments
Mickey Randall, eloquent as ever; some maritime thoughts, and his review of the Lighthouse Wharf Hotel in Port Adelaide, a delight to read and savour. Check it out.
Sausage Roll Review: Banjo’s, Moseley Square, Glenelg
November 15, 2019 by 18 Comments
Mickey Randall has partaken in a taste test of sausage rolls purchased from a new bakery in Adelaide. And his verdict? Find out here.
The Uplifting and Unparalleled Uraidla & Summertown Show
November 8, 2019 by 6 Comments
The local Show brings together the disparate threads of community life. Mickey and Claire took the omnivores along to the Uraidla and Summertown Show to take in the pleasures on offer in the Adelaide Hills.
Pub Review: A Story from the Story Bridge Hotel
October 24, 2019 by 12 Comments
Mickey Randall has been up north and dropped into the Story Bridge Hotel in Brisbane for lunch with Claire and an old school mate from his Kapunda High School days.
Pub Review: Dingo Pub
October 13, 2019 by 6 Comments
Even when on holidays in the Whitsundays, Mickey Randall does not miss the chance to review a watering-hole
A Love Letter to the Clare Golf Course
October 4, 2019 by 15 Comments
The joys of a game of golf are immeasurable, especially if played on the Clare Golf Course as Mickey Randall explains.
When the sun sets over Carlton: Moments in Melbourne
September 29, 2019 by 34 Comments
Mickey Randall’s Tales of the City. Tales of a winter Melbourne adventure of people, books, music, people, wine, footy, food and people.
SANFL Grand Final: Our Grand Final
September 25, 2019 by 17 Comments
Mickey Randall and his lads watched Glenelg salute in the SANFL Grand Final. Even the trauma of the Popcorn Chicken Incident couldn’t spoil the fun.
September and everyone’s in love and flowers pick themselves
August 30, 2019 by 21 Comments
Mickey Randall loves the four seasons but there’s something special about spring for him, especially in Adelaide. Find out why Mickey loves spring.
Almanac Beer: Coopers Sparkling Ale – it’s just a shot away
August 16, 2019 by 20 Comments
Mickey Randall pays tribute to the cult of Coopers Sparkling Ale by making some big comparisons (and statements).
Almanac Pub Review: The Duke of York
August 12, 2019 by 9 Comments
A terrific meal, drinks, and some music at Adelaide’s Duke of York Hotel provide an inviting and convivial backdrop for Mickey Randall on a cold, wet night before the theatre.
Round 19 – Carlton v Adelaide: Glenelg v Crows v Carlton v Crows
July 31, 2019 by 15 Comments
Mickey Randall has his eye on two games at once as his Bays play at home and his Crows play away.
Pub Review Tour: Wednesday in Fitzroy
July 11, 2019 by 9 Comments
Mickey Randall continues his tour of pubs in the inner northern suburbs and catches up with Almanacker ER.
Pub Review Tour: Tuesday in Fitzroy
July 10, 2019 by 8 Comments
Mickey Randall is in Melbourne, and he’s wasting no time in checking out the inner city pub scene.
Help needed!: New pubs for Mickey to explore
July 2, 2019 by 19 Comments
Mickey Randall is Melbourne next week and would like to visit some inner-city hotels that fit his criteria. Can you help him out with some recommendations?
This exquisite, unrepeatable moment
Mickey Randall took the boys to the footy and came home having experienced one of life’s beautiful moments.