Juan Montago, Woolloomooloo

By day, the venue is known as John Montagu which operates as a cafe and by night, it is known as Juan Montago. Opening in late 2020, Juan Montago is a South American restaurant with Colombian Latino inspiration. I have previously travelled to South America to Peru, Argentina and Brazil and tasted a range of food from street food to high end dishes so I was eager to see how Juan Montago would compare.

Manoosh Pizzeria, Waterloo

Baklava - delicious

Hello Sydney! As restrictions are being lifted, I'm still proceeding with caution so I decide for a small drive and some take away from Manoosh Pizzeria in Waterloo. I've been craving some delicious Lebanese pizza.

Modern Italian, Vizio Caffè e Cucina, Woolloomooloo

Vizio Caffe E Cucina is a modern Italian restaurant located in Woolloomooloo, a short walk from Hyde Park. I was here two years ago when they first opened and I return recently on a Friday night where it is buzzing, full of atmosphere.

Soi 25 Thai Restaurant and Bar, Darlinghurst

Mr Weekend Food Escapes are big fans of Thai food. After reading about new restaurant Sol 25 Thai Restaurant and Bar from one of my fellow foodie friends and their upmarket quality, I was looking forward to a slice of the good life.

Macleay St Bistro, Potts Point

From my instagram WeekendFoodEscapes

From Matt's photography

Macleay St Bistro is in it's 37th year of operations and has long term standing customers. I have been to Macleay St Bistro twice last year and I am eager to return again for another delicious meal. Macleay St Bistro is perfection and is firmly locked in my food memory bank. So I have high expectations as it's my third visit.

Maranellos, Maroubra

Maranello's is located in the Maroubra Junction of shops. It's been there for over 10 years so it has it's fair share of revisiting locals.

Dare Delicious and Responsible Cafe, Maroubra

Do you dare eat delicious and responsible food? That's the motto of Dare Cafe in Maroubra. Matt and I head here to Dare Cafe for some brunch on this particular Sunday afternoon.

Salmon and Bear, Zetland

Salmon and Bear is located in Zetland. Salmon and Bear is best described as a restaurant that has cabin feel which serves up mostly fish and seafood dishes. It might even get you in the mood for venturing out into nature. I've been to Salmon and Bear in Newtown a few times however unfortunately it has now closed down. I always thought the food was delicious so I was looking forward to see whether the food at Salmon and Bear in Zetland was comparable.

I Maccheroni, Woollahra

In association with the Australian Good Food Guide (AGFG), I check out I Maccheroni. I Maccheroni has relocated from Rose Bay to Woollahra. The new cosy location makes for a great venue for Friday night date night. It's rainy and windy and I'm glad it's warm inside Maccheroni.

Churrasco, Coogee

Matt loves Churrasco. We head to Churrasco in Coogee for a nice meaty lunch. For those who don't know what Churrasco is, it's a South American term referring to lots of grilled meat! For $43 you can have unlimited barbeque meats, salads, vegetables and sides.

Lot One, Potts Point

Lot One is located just off the main strip of Potts Point. Potts Point is the new location for Lot One and previously was located in the Sydney CBD. I was looking forward to a nice lunch with Matt.

Macleay St Bistro, Potts Point

I had the pleasure of dining at Macleay St Bistro recently with my other half. Matt loves french food so we both are looking forward to this particular lunch. Macleay St Bistro has been an institution in Potts Point and celebrates their 35th year in 2018. A lady at my work said it was one of her favourite restaurants ever and another lady at my work said she loved Macleay St Bistro so I had high expectations.

Ryu Kitchen, Rushcutters Bay

I stop by Ryu Kitchen in Potts Point for a quick lunch. It's a tiny hole in the wall restaurant. It's really quiet inside and there's a short lunch menu for you to choose from.

Whitewater Restaurant, Manly

I recently attended the end of winter celebration at Whitewater restaurant in Manly. Whitewater restaurant is located right across from Manly beach.

Pho and Go, Randwick

Pho and Go is a Vietnamese Restaurant - street food style in Randwick. It's great for a quick bite to eat for all those fresh and vibrant Vietnamese flavours.

Degani, Zetland

Degani is a casual restaurant located outside of the East Village shopping complex in Zetland. The menu is quite extensive and if you're really hungry - you may be tempted by one of their epic meat towers for two. I stop by for a date night with MW one Saturday afternoon although we do not dare try the epic meat tower - we are looking forward to a nice meal.

Nostimo Cafe, Malabar

Nostimo Cafe is a cosy little cafe in Malabar in the Eastern Suburbs. I drop by with MW and we catch up with Tony Hollingsworth for a chat about life and food. From the outside, it looks like a tiny cafe but the menu packs a nice punch of variety.

Moroccan Feast, Randwick

Moroccan Feast is a unique and cultural restaurant located in Randwick with decore furnishings all from Morocco. It's quite rare to find a Moroccan restaurant in Sydney. Think African influences of spices, earthy and bold flavours. 

Inferno Grill and Cafe, Maroubra

Burgers, satisfaction, lip smackin' fun. I head to Inferno Grill and Cafe again for some burger fun. I've missed the mighty burgers from Inferno Grill and Cafe and I know Matt is hankering for a decent burger.

Vivaldi, Matraville

Vivaldi is a new Italian restaurant in Matraville, Sydney's East. Vivaldi is run by an Italian family with lots of charm and character. I also eye off the big pizza oven that they have.