Jervis Bay: The Byron Bay of the South Coast
Okay, so you might be thinking that the Jervis Bay area is full of old holiday houses and campsites, but not much else. But did you know that it’s actually one of the chosen getaways for Sydney-siders and Canberrians, and in the last five years the area has slowly transformed itself into the Byron Bay of the South Coast. In fact, during the summer months the population swells... Read More
Urban Comforts at Urban Bites
In the almost ten years I’ve lived in Sydney, I’ve grown to be quite a connoisseur when it comes to good cafes (if I do say so myself). So, I hear you ask, what are the two things that I look for on a café’s menu? Simple. Chai Lattes and pancakes of course. I have to say that they are what determines my opinion of a café, and whether or not I decide to return. Urban Bites... Read More
Down in the Garden: Gardener’s Lodge in Victoria Park
I use to wonder, strolling past the old Gardener’s Lodge in the corner of Victoria Park, whether it would ever be reopened. The idea of turning it into a café seemed natural considering the location. But I was still surprised to find out that that was exactly what had happened. Finally, on December 1st of 2012, the doors of the Gardener’s Lodge were open once more. Judging... Read More
Bon Bon Cafe: It’s a cracker!
Every now and again, I come across a café which I am a little reluctant to disclose to others. This is because I greedily enjoy the quiet ambience and good service, while being directly under the footfalls of Pitt Street shoppers. The source of this ambience is found at the Bon Bon café. It is situated under the Bon Bon chocolate store, where the Strand... Read More
Randwick’s oh so sweet, The Sweet Spot Patisserie
One hot summer day, after much shopping and touring, I decided to rest my weary self at a coffee shop for some much needed downtime and dessert. Most places had the same old banana bread and muffins, which just would not do. I felt defeated and disappointed – how could Sydney let me down already? As I made my way back to Coogee feeling very sorry for myself, a reflecting light... Read More
The Baron
The Hills District of North-West Sydney is not what you’d call ‘hip and happening.’ Sure, there are hipsters, but they’ll often migrate towards places like Hillsong, or run into the arms of the inner west. It’s not often you’ll find a café with a cool vibe, good people, tasty food and coffee, all in one go in this part of this city. The Baron has started to change that.... Read More
TT’s
T.T.’s in Surry Hills is one of those places that you want to shout from the rooftops about, but then again are not sure if you should really share your little secret. While it isn’t really hidden, it seems to be overlooked; almost as if it were 12 Grimauld Place and those who go there have been told by the Secret-keeper of its whereabouts (excuse... Read More
The Rocks Cafe
I haven’t lived in Sydney for that long yet, but I have to say that one of my favourite, and I mean favourite, places is The Rocks Cafe at The Rocks (because it would be weird if it was anywhere else). This is one of THE places on my list when anyone comes to visit, and it’s become a tradition in my world of cake loving. I would... Read More
Sonoma | Woollahra
Woollahra has recently welcomed the newest Sonoma edition, opening just last week on Edgecliff Road in Woollahra. Sonoma has always represented good coffee and is already located in a handful of suburbs across Sydney. Eager to see the new venue, I made the trek far away from my local in Waterloo, over to Woollahra. Being a bright... Read More
Port Bar Restaurant
After hearing reports that Port Bar Restaurant is one of western Sydney’s perfect places to while away a lazy summer’s evening, we decided it would be worth checking out. If you’re not a local, it’s just metres away from the ferry service, and you could make the day out of it, while checking out all that Parramatta has to offer. Make sure you head to the... Read More
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