Sonora Mexican, Potts Point

Sonora can be best described as Modern Mexican with a twist of fine dining and creativity from new Head Chef and Owner Roy McVeigh. Sonora in Potts Point is under new management. I check out their new tasting menu - $85 per head which is an absolute steal in today's environment.

Margan Wine and Restaurant, Broke Fordwich, Hunter Valley

 

Margan Wine and Restaurant holds a dear place in my heart. First of all, they are an award winning winery and restaurant. Secondly, they are leaders in sustainability and environmental operations. Thirdly, the staff are amazing, friendly and helpful.

It's been a few years since 2014 since I've last been to Margan Wine and Restaurant but I've had such fond memories of my last experience. For an anniversary celebration, we decide to revisit Margan's see what's changed.

Urban Tadka, Terrey Hills

Urban Tadka is well known in the foodie groups. It's Indian Fine Dining at its finest. I had the pleasure of visiting Urban Tadka last year and head back to check out their new menu recently. Mr Weekend Food Escapes loves Indian cuisine. 

Visit the South Coast: Shoalhaven - Part 2 - Bangalay Villas and Bangalay Dining, Shoalhaven Heads

Bangalay Villas - The living room and dining table

As Matt and I can't resist a bit of luxury, we can't help but feel relaxed at Bangalay Luxury Villas. Destination NSW introduced us to these beautiful self contained villas located in Shoalhaven Heads (In the South Coast of NSW). The Bangalay Luxury Villas are also right next to a beach - the Shoalhaven Heads. You can genuinely experience the coastal lifestyle. You may want to consider staying here for the South Coast Food and Wine festival on 14-15 September 2019.

Plage Restaurant, Cremorne

Plage Restaurant is casual fine dining with Japanese flavours infused with European taste and technique. This venue is fabulous as it show cases fine dining technique at a reasonable price point. I've been here several times and intend on having a function here. They regularly update the menu so let's see what's new. 

I am a big fan of Tomoyuki Usui's work, he's such a talented chef, very much worthy of the hat from the Australian Good Food Guide.

Cucinetta, Woolwich

I head into Cucinetta in Woolwich on this particularly sunny and gorgeous Sunday. Cucinetta has one hat from the Australian Good Food Guide so I was eager to check it out and had high expectations. I look out and see the Harbour Bridge view and smile. It's a nice day and you have to appreciate life's little pleasures.

Lumi Dining, Pyrmont

Lumi Dining has a stellar reputation in the Sydney dining scene and Matt has been wanting to go here for some time. I took him out to Lumi Dining for a nice lunch for his birthday. I had such an amazing lunch here last time Mel took me that I knew he would enjoy Lumi. 

12-Micron, Barangaroo

My old high school Meenal had a birthday and we decided to head to 12-Micron located in Barangaroo to celebrate midweek. It's not quite on the water so you need to find the right entrance, up the lift. 

O Bar and Dining, Sydney CBD

I had a friend recently visit Australia and we arranged to catch up. What better venue to bring her to than O Bar and Dining which has spectacular views.

Plump Duck, Sydney CBD

Plump Duck is the latest addition in World's Square and is best known for their Pekking Duck. The venue is quite extravagant and sleek in decore. If you are looking for a fine dining Chinese experience then this is the place 

Yayoi Garden, Sydney CBD

I recently had the pleasure of meeting Japanese Famous Chef Yoji Obata at his restaurant Yayoi Garden which is located in Circular Quay in Sydney, CBD. 

Gastro Park, Kings Cross

It was my friend Melle's birthday and she really wanted to check out Gastro Park in Kings Cross. We check it out on a Thursday night.  I didn't know it at the time but I was in for a feast. I completely overestimated how much I could eat this Thursday night. 

Pony Dining, The Rocks

Pony Dining celebrates its 10th Anniversary!!! What a great achievement. Make sure you check out Pony Dining in November for a whole host of special deals. If you also quote WFEpony when you book in Nov 2016, you will get a complimentary glass of champagne or wine.

Scarlett Restaurant, Harbour Rocks Hotel, The Rocks

Scarlett Restaurant has launched a new Spring menu with new head chef Joey Dela Victoria. Scarlett Restaurant is a bit of a hidden gem as it hides within the Harbour Rocks Hotel. 

Quay, Circular Quay

Quay has claimed three hats from the SMH Good Food Guide Awards for 2017.  I've never had the pleasure of dining at Quay however when MW's birthday recently came up, he suggested we go to Quay. MW really wanted to taste the snow egg (which was show cased on Masterchef).

Dinner By Heston, Melbourne

VISIT TO MELBOURNE: I head to Dinner by Heston at the Crown Casino at the newly opened Sunday lunch with the option of the 5 course degustation in Melbourne. I end up spending more at Dinner at Heston than I did in two days of cheap accommodation. Hehe

My friends and I have been so excited about dining at Dinner by Heston. We go photo crazy and savour every mouthful.

Gazebo, Elizabeth's Bay

On a whim, I ask my pal Mel to join for an indulgent dinner after coming across a 'special' that Gazebo were running which was the truffle and cheese degustation with matching wines last month.

O Bar and Dining, Sydney - Vivid Festival

The Vivid Festival is now on until 18 June. I wanted the best views but also to avoid the crowds and the cold weather. For 360 degree rotating views, bring your camera to O Bar and Dining.