Category Archives: Sydney

Sydney Food Diary: Lotus in the Galeries, CBD

Posted on 9 June 2016 by andyq

In some countries, fine dining can’t be found in shopping malls, but these days in Sydney, there are some pretty swanky choices. Lotus, in the shopping centre, the Galeries, at George and Park Streets, is upmarket and chic with very … Continue reading →

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Sydney Food Diary: Mad Spuds Cafe, Surry Hills

Posted on 5 June 2016 by andyq

Poor Mad Spuds. Why was I so cruel? So prejudiced? With the uber-cool Four Ate Five right next door, and the inviting Organic Cafe a few doors down, I always thought this humble cafe looked a little down-market. With a … Continue reading →

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Food Diary: Ahgora, Glebe

Posted on 4 June 2016 by andyq

Sometimes it’s a good thing to not know anything about the restaurant you’re going to. Usually, I’ll have done some research or read a review, but I’m a little out of the loop. So, when D & G recommended trying … Continue reading →

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Food Diary: Thanh Long Vietnamese Restaurant, Surry Hills

Posted on 31 May 2016 by andyq

Thang Long is an institution. Any restaurant that manages to last over a decade in Surry Hills, crowded with its restaurants and cafe, is showing some staying power. They turn out tasty, traditional Vietnamese food at fair prices. The flavours … Continue reading →

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Sydney Food Diary: Bangbang Cafe, Surry Hills

Posted on 31 May 2016 by andyq

There are many great things about Bangbang Cafe in Surry Hills. First of all, it’s a few minutes from my apartment. It’s a pleasure to pop over for coffee, meet folks there for business meetings, and recommend people who stay … Continue reading →

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Sydney Food Diary: Bootsdarling, Darlinghurst

Posted on 14 February 2016 by andyq

I wasn’t expecting this Sunday morning to be able to get a table here, as I remember another time I went it was packed out. I’m surprised I didn’t review it at the time! My latte was strong, like I … Continue reading →

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Food Diary: Est. Restaurant, Sydney

Posted on 12 February 2016 by andyq

We’ve been cutting down on high-end meals lately… I think if you have too many of them, it not only knocks down the bank account, but you lose a bit of what makes each one special. But an Entertainment Book … Continue reading →

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Food Diary: Buon Gusto, Redfern/Darlington, Sydney

Posted on 8 February 2016 by andyq

So, around Eveleigh Markets is kind of confusing. Cornerstone Bar seems like it should be a great idea, but we’ve been turned away because of a VIP function, and then, with an absolutely packed theatre event finishing (and patrons wanting … Continue reading →

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Food Diary, Folonomo, Surry Hills, Sydney

Posted on 7 February 2016 by andyq

So, a financier (which is a good word, isn’t it?) named Matthew Byrne has financed a ‘social enterprise’ restaurant and cafe called Folonomo (For Love Not Money) and Grazie respectively. I’m expecting they pay their staff a proper wage, and … Continue reading →

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Food Diary: Grandma’s Little Bakery, Alexandria, Sydney

Posted on 6 February 2016 by andyq

I have to admit to being most of all charmed by the juxtaposition: homestyle, homey food, as if your grandma would make it, if your grandma was israeli. But the setting is Sydney warehouse cool, a big open space in … Continue reading →

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