Taste of Macao until 14 Nov, House of Tong, North Ryde

I was lucky to be treated to a preview of the Taste of Macao Food Festival with highly acclaimed chef Palmira Pena (Pictured above). Macanese cuisine is quite rare to find in Sydney, until 14th November, you can find Macanese food at House of Tong Restaurant in North Ryde and District 8 in Canley Vale.

Kasalong Thai, North Ryde

This is a delayed blog post. On a particularly lazy weeknight, Matt and I decide to go out for some thai. We have decided to check out Kasalong Thai in North Ryde which is located on Cox Rd. We walk up the stairs and are seated.

Nova Mantra, North Ryde

Nova Mantra Indian Restaurant is located in North Ryde in the little strip of shops on Cox road. Once you walk in, you will see a lot of colour in a very elaborate decore. We are having an early dinner this particular Sunday.

The Dining and Co, North Ryde

The Dining and Co is well known for being a suburban gem in North Ryde for breakfast/lunch. More recently, they have decided to open for dinner.  Matt and I decide to check it out on a cold Thursday night.

Essence of North India, North Ryde

Matt and I have driven past Essence of North India in North Ryde several times and it's been on the list to try. We arrive on a Sunday evening and seated immediately.There's a big dining room of out dated furniture and a few chairs have tears in them. I'm not too phased as if the food is great then it doesn't matter about the furniture. But first I need to try the food.

The Dining and co. North Ryde

I'm always on the look out for surburban gems which save me the travel time for that top quality cafe experience. The Dining and Co. is bit of a hidden gem probably only known to a few in North Ryde. Let me share the secret with you.