Fusion Cafe, Eastwood

Fusion Cafe is located in Eastwood and seems to be very popular.

Alison and Scott's Kitchen

It's the holiday period and for me, it means relaxing, catching up with loved ones and tasty food to boot.

Mezza Via Italian Cuisine, Denistone East

Mezza Via Italian Cuisine is a local favourite in Denistone East.

Grumpy Barista, Petersham (NOW CLOSED)

All the bloggers talk about the cronuts at the Grumpy Barista. All the staff didn't seem grumpy.

Papparich, Chatswood

Pappa Rich is a Malaysian chain which provides a consistent meal. I check out their Chatswood restaurant recently. 

Coonanbarra Cafe, Wahroonga

Coonanbarra Cafe in Wahroonga and has the qualities of a country town cafe. 

Ryo's, Crows Nest

Ryo's is very popular, recently expanding to Bondi. I go back to the original in Crow's Nest.

Bentley Restaurant, Sydney CBD

The Bentley Restaurant has a high rating of 4.3/5 on Zomato. I had high expectations coming here!

Sahara by the Park, Burwood

Sahara by the Park in Burwood is a delightful Turkish eatery.

Mamak, Chatswood

I love Mamak but does the Chatswood Mamak live up to the original?

Top Choice Sizzling Plates, Sydney China Town

Haymarket is very popular for a cheap and cheerful meal. Top Choice Sizzling Plates is waiting!

Momofuku Seibo, Pyrmont

New York based Momofuku has a Sydney version with beautifully and delicate dishes. 

Oliver Brown, Lane Cove

Oliver Brown, the chocolate cafe is now in Lane Cove. 

Moeru, West Ryde

Moeru is a new Japanese Eatery in West Ryde. I wanted some delicious Sushi. 

Oiden Bowl Restaurant, Sydney CBD

Cheap and Cheerful rice based dishes await at Oiden Bowl Restaurant.

La Mono, Merrylands

La Mono is packed full of the locals on the weekend who love their chicken.

Chef's Gallery, Sydney CBD

Chef's Gallery has a new menu & a bit of food theatre and art. I am loving the Eggy dessert above.

Schnitz, Top Ryde

Schnitz is a chain which is rapidly expanding across Sydney but I don't quite agree with their rating on Zomato. They are much more popular in Melbourne.

Zeus Greek Street Food, Drummoyne

On a balmy Sunday night, I had sudden cravings for a Zeus gyro. They have expanded across Sydney due to popular demand.

The Theatre Bar at the end of the Wharf, Walsh Bay

I enjoyed a nice glass of wine @ the Theatre Bar at the end of the wharf in Walsh Bay.

Moonlight Cinema

Moonlight Cinema – www.moonlight.com.au Centennial Park, Sydney It’s on again!!

Woolpack Hotel and Lounge, Redfern

Woolpack Hotel in Redfern has a new tasty menu in a laid back setting.

Grill'd, Darling Harbour

Grill'd Burgers are very popular in Darling Harbour amongst local workers and tourists.

Bar Pizza, Gladesville

Bar Pizza are known for their pizzas - Obviously! Bar Pizza are based in Gladesville.

Luyu and Yum Yum, Newtown

For creative and modern dumplings. check out Luyu and Yum Yum in Newtown. 

Kujin, Potts Point

 Japanese food lovers and the locals rate Kujin very highly.

Better Homes and Gardens Live - The Master Classes!

 Thanks for Fast Ed for his master class. There were some gorgeous creations in his class. Above is the three layered chocolate hazelnut gateau. Wow!

Postales Spanish Restaurant, Sydney CBD

Postales Spanish Restaurant is a white table cloth venue for tapas and is located in CBD Sydney.

Once upon a time, West Ryde

Once Upon A Time is a charming little cafe in West Ryde.

The Choc Pot, Chatswood

The Choc Pot, famous for its chocolate fondant, is expanding across Sydney.

The Rook, Sydney CBD

The Rook is an intimate roof bar in the middle of Sydney's CBD.

Los Vida, Crows Nest

I had a really fun night at Los Vida. Is this photo strangely scary but endearing?

Riverview Hotel, Balmain

The Riverview Hotel is very popular with the locals for a few drinks, food and atmosphere. For a taste of posh as well, you can opt to dine in their restaurant upstairs.

Monkey King Thai, Newport

The locals are loving Monkey King Thai in Newport. High quality thai awaits for you including the soft shell crab above.

West Ryde Woodfire, West Ryde

West Ryde Woodfire has a woodfire oven so I had to order a pizza!

Phamous Vietnamese Restaurant, Bankstown

Phamous Vietnamese Restaurant is one of many of Bankstown's Vietnamese Eateries.

Wahroonga Food and Wine Festival, 2015

The Wahroonga Food and Wine Festival was held in the picturesque and leafy Wahroonga Park on 25th October 2015, from 11am to 5pm. The locals and foodies alike were basking in the sun enjoying all the culinary delights. The festival is free entry and celebrates NSW wineries (130 wines from 30 wineries).

Helm Bar, Sydney Darling Harbour

Helm Bar is a great venue for a sunlit lunch by the water.

Better Homes and Gardens Live Launch

I was invited to attend the launch of the Better Homes and Gardens Live Launch which was hosted by the Greens in North Sydney. To win tickets, check out my face book page
https://www.facebook.com/WeekendFoodEscapes/

Oriental Dumpling King, Chinatown

Do you love hand made dumplings? Oriental Dumpling King in Chinatown has dumplings galore.

Belly Bao, Sydney CBD

The youth of today are loving Belly Bao with a rating of 4.7/5 on Zomato.

Ramen O-San, Chinatown

Chef O-San is famous in Japan. He brings his ramen delights to Sydney via Ramen O-San.

Viet Hoa Hot Bread, Cabramatta

Viet Hoa has been around for a few decades. Business must be solid to survive!

Takara, Haymarket, Chinatown

Takara has an optimal location but does it deliver on taste and experience?

La Renaissance Cafe and Patisserie, The Rocks

La Renaissance Cafe has been loved for a long time but recently had great cause for celebration. I'm calling it the best French Patisserie in the Southern Hemisphere based on their induction into the Relais Desserts. 

Glass Brasserie, Sydney CBD

The Glass Brasserie has fresh honeycomb to delight your tastebuds at Breakfast. What else is on the menu?

Izakaya Samurai, Neutral Bay

Izakaya Samurai is a very popular and known for their quality ingredients in Neutral Bay.

Nomad, Surry Hills

Nomad gets a lot of rave reviews. But did it live up to expectations?

Red Pepper Bistro, Strathfield

Red Pepper Bistro is known for it's Korean Fried Chicken and all the locals know about it. 

Simply Noodles, Macquarie Park

My mum insisted on coming to Simply Noodles so she could devour the delicious duck noodle dish.