The Barracks is putting out a call for 10 avid movie lovers to review the latest releases at the Palace Barracks Cinemas in January and February! The 10 winners will be invited along with a friend to a screening of Weekend from January 26, PLUS $30 each to spend at the Palace Barracks Bar. One of the lucky winners will also receive an invitation to the preview screening of Late Bloomers PLUS double passes to see two more movies of their choice in February! All winners’ reviews will be posted on The Barracks Facebook page. Watch out David and Margaret! See below for entry details.

WEEKEND SYNOPSIS: Releasing on January 26 from Rialto Distribution, Weekend follows the tale of a one-night stand that morphs into something more. An unconventional love story, the films delves into the lives of two young men searching for love, adventure and meaning in their lives.

LATE BLOOMERS SYNOPSIS: A delightfully charming romantic comedy, Late Bloomers peeks into the depths of a relationship that is morphing and changing. Silverscreen stars William Hurt and Isabella Rossellini join forces in Late Bloomers.

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What the friendly folk were up to at The Barracks this month. From left to right:

Helena: “I’m a regular at The Barracks! I’m having coffee at French Twist.”

Kimberley: “Lunch with a friend at Pizzeria 1889.”

Erin: “I’m browsing the titles at Coaldrake’s Bookshop.”

Lauren: “Discovering a new area during my holiday.”

Bursting with flavour, a deliciously salty slice of haloumi is perfectly complemented by fresh tomato and a dash of tasty pesto. Try this mouth-watering recipe for a unique take on a summer salad. Lightly baked and drizzled with lemon juice and olive oil for extra flavour, this affordable dish is both fuss-free and eye-catching.

Serves 4/Preparation 20 minutes/Cooking About 15 minutes/Cost $2.30 per serve

Sip on delectable cocktails from The Barracks and celebrate summer’s splendour. From left to right:

Martinez/Cabiria Considered to be the martini’s predecessor, the classic martinez combines vermouth and gin, and makes for the perfect tipple to sip as the sun goes down.

Cosmopolitan/The Chelsea Infuse your evening with a hint of Manhattan cool, and savour the crisp citrus-based flavours of a dusty pink cosmopolitan.

Snapdragon/Libertine Celebrate summer and relax with a luscious snapdragon in hand. With hints of passionfruit, Vietnamese mint and lemon juice, this vodka-based cocktail brims with summer flavours.

Whether you’re baking for friends or yourself, spice up the Christmas table this year with mouthwatering recipes from Coles at The Barracks. This Christmas Chocolate Bark recipe combines a hint of sweetness with the delicious crunch of pistachios.

Makes: about 20 pieces

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

85 g packet pistachios, shelled
400 g Coles Brand Dark Cooking Chocolate
200 g white cooking chocolate
¹⁄3 cup dried cranberries (craisins), roughly chopped

Method
1. Preheat oven to 180°C or 160°C fan. Spread pistachios onto a baking tray and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until just lightly toasted.  Set aside to cool completely.