Category Archives: Sydney

Sydney Food Diary: Retro Saigon

Posted on 4 June 2018 by andyq

For a quick bite before we saw ‘Gypsy’ at the Hayes Theatre, I suggested Friggitoria. I reckon it must be good when there are always so many people there. But alas, there weren’t two empty seats. So we popped next … Continue reading →

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Drinking in Sydney: Aged Saké Tasting at Ume Burger

Posted on 4 June 2018 by andyq

With intrepid friends D. and R., we managed to get in on a Sakenet Australia event, at Ume Burger, which focused on aged saké. Apparently, the first event was young sake, about a month ago. So, there were 13 of … Continue reading →

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Sydney Food Diary: Luxe, Woollahra

Posted on 30 May 2018 by andyq

It feels a bit strange, and not like anything else I can think of in Sydney, to be surrounded in a little courtyard on all sides with luxury stores and Di Jones real estate looming over you. The diners at … Continue reading →

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Sydney Food Diary: Beijing Legend, Pyrmont

Posted on 27 May 2018 by andyq

Is Beijing Legend legendary? Maybe not. But it’s pretty great food. Located in a part of Pyrmont I’m unfamiliar with, it’s basically above the John Street Square stop on the light rail. I don’t know the history of the light … Continue reading →

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Sydney Food Diary: Glebe Point Diner

Posted on 10 May 2018 by andyq

Lai Heng took me here for lunch once, and I didn’t manage to blog it, so am glad to get an opportunity with a lovely dinner with some friends from the United World Colleges. We did the $70 banquet menu … Continue reading →

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Sydney Food Diary: Croquembouche Patisserie, Botany

Posted on 9 May 2018 by andyq

I needed a little sustenance on my way to a pottery sale at Claypool. And this pastry shop looked very appealing. Ringing with the authentic sound of French accents, it looks like they serve up classic pastries and savouries too, … Continue reading →

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Sydney Food Diary: Hicksons Izakaya, Walsh Bay

Posted on 8 May 2018 by andyq

So, what could be better than a little izakaya next to the water in Sydney? Not much, I think! Hicksons Izakaya has not been open that long, and is a welcome addition to the dining options in Walsh Bay. It’s … Continue reading →

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Sydney Food Diary: Monkey’s Corner, Chippendale

Posted on 7 May 2018 by andyq

  This looks like a really cute place to hang out for a drink and a snack sometime. Appealing design. Cosy. On Chippendale’s eat street, which I think is a phenomenal success in terms of urban design. Koi, as you … Continue reading →

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Sydney Food Diary: Holy Duck! Chippendale

Posted on 5 May 2018 by andyq

Just over a year past my first visit, I brought my pal Tim to Holy Duck! It’s as good as it was, but nicely, much busier than it was before when it looked like it was finding its feet. These … Continue reading →

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Sydney Food Diary: House Bar and Bistrot, Kings Cross

Posted on 4 May 2018 by andyq

Nestled behind Kings Cross at the end of Kellett Street is the House Bar and Bistrot. Chef Mauro Forgillo, who has worked at Fratelli Fresh, Rockpool and Merivale restaurants had the dream to open his own restaurant, and he’s achieved … Continue reading →

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