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Bodega, Surry Hills

Bodega, Surry Hills
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There was once when my idea of a good night out was skipping dinner (I know, hard to believe nowadays!) and heading out to a club to dance away the night. These days, I prefer sharing good food and unwinding... Continue reading Bodega, Surry Hills »

Naked For Satan pintxos bar, Melbourne

Naked For Satan pintxos bar, Melbourne
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My latest fave eat in Melbourne is Naked For Satan. I remember seeing this place at its final stages of preparation for launch mid last year so I was eager to check it out on my recent trip back to... Continue reading Naked For Satan pintxos bar, Melbourne »

The Hardware Societe, Melbourne

The Hardware Societe, Melbourne
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If I ever open a cafe, it would be exactly like this. It would be casual and cosy with a romantic charm; there would be fabulous and affordable breakfast and lunch options served on pretty plates, and there would be... Continue reading The Hardware Societe, Melbourne »

Cookbook review: Paella by Alberto Herraiz (plus a recipe)

Cookbook review: Paella by Alberto Herraiz (plus a recipe)
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Paella.I don't think there is a dish more synonymous with Spanish cuisine. Paella is also the title of a new cookbook (Phaidon Press, 2011) by chef Alberto Herraiz. And you guessed it, this publication, is an incredible paella bible! Alberto... Continue reading Cookbook review: Paella by Alberto Herraiz (plus a recipe) »

Vivaz Buffet Restaurant & Nightclub

Vivaz Buffet Restaurant & Nightclub
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No buffet has ever gotten me as excited as this one. This restaurant has broken the 'quality over quantity' golden rule by giving us both. You heard right... Quality AND Quantity. Lovers of pork crackling can now rejoice at the... Continue reading Vivaz Buffet Restaurant & Nightclub »

Razor clams and chorizo stew

Razor clams and chorizo stew
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This is my attempt to deal with my post-holiday blues. As I mentioned in the May e-newsletter (you can subscribe to this over on the right), this time, last year, I was taking my dream holiday in Europe. One of... Continue reading Razor clams and chorizo stew »

MoVida Next Door, Melbourne

MoVida Next Door, Melbourne
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Can you imagine the disappointment on my face when I called up MoVida eight weeks in advance to make a reservation and was told they were fully booked? True, it was a busy period with people flocking to Melbourne from... Continue reading MoVida Next Door, Melbourne »

Low 302

Low 302
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My favourite type of nightspots are the ones that have delectable cocktails and mouthwatering menus. It has to have both and not just one without the other. Tapas and cocktails I love Low 302 'cause not only does it satisfy... Continue reading Low 302 »

Turning 25 at Velero

Turning 25 at Velero
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Two months ago, I turned 25 and there was plenty to celebrate. In between all the drama of a quarter-life-crisis, I'd resigned from my day job to pursue the free-spirited life of an entrepreneur. So the last thing I wanted... Continue reading Turning 25 at Velero »

The best of Sydney, according to Time Out

The best of Sydney, according to Time Out
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I'm a big fan of Time Out. I would never visit a city without first consulting the local Time Out guide. Time Out Sydney's Food Awards 09 winners were announced this week, so let's see who made the cut: People's... Continue reading The best of Sydney, according to Time Out »

Ash St Cellar & Merivale Winter Feasts

Ash St Cellar & Merivale Winter Feasts
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Merivale's Winter Feasts have many talking -about its irresistable value for money and its risqué adverts. It is of course the follow up to the March into Merivale campaign where Justin Hemmes first convinced his top chefs to get their... Continue reading Ash St Cellar & Merivale Winter Feasts »

Summary of London and Barcelona

Summary of London and Barcelona
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I'm half way through this 4.5 week eating extravaganza and I've finally gotten around to doing this blog post. Where have I been and what have I done? Well, I've taken almost 3000 photos, I have fine dined at some... Continue reading Summary of London and Barcelona »

Wiseman Park Wollongong City Bowling Club

Wiseman Park Wollongong City Bowling Club
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From first appearances, you'd be forgiven for thinking this was just an average senior's bowling club bistro. Oh, how wrong I was! Zen's workmate DC has been a local at the club for decades and even celebrated his 50th birthday... Continue reading Wiseman Park Wollongong City Bowling Club »

San Churro Chocolateria

San Churro Chocolateria
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Shopping in Melbourne is sensational... and every time my energy depleted, a San Churro Chocolateria franchise seemed to come to my saviour. They were seriously everywhere! Brunswick Street Fitzroy, Lygon Street, Harbour Town & more. Chocolate tapas, truffles and more,... Continue reading San Churro Chocolateria »

Spanish Tapas Restaurant (Glebe)

Spanish Tapas Restaurant (Glebe)
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We chose the Spanish Tapas Restaurant because of it's capability to cater for large crowds. Here, we had a reunion of 20 from Strathfield Girls High School, class of 2001. I hadn't seen most of these girls since 2001! The staff were really helpful and ensured that we had a variety of tapas and paella. The atmosphere is rich and lively. We also got to enjoy a performance by the flamenco dancers! Continue reading Spanish Tapas Restaurant (Glebe) »

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  • Bodega, Surry Hills

    Bodega, Surry Hills

    There was once when my idea of a good night out was skipping dinner (I know, hard to believe nowadays!) and heading out to a club to dance away the night. These days, I prefer sharing good food and unwinding... Read the full story »

  • Naked For Satan pintxos bar, Melbourne

    Naked For Satan pintxos bar, Melbourne

    My latest fave eat in Melbourne is Naked For Satan. I remember seeing this place at its final stages of preparation for launch mid last year so I was eager to check it out on my recent trip back to... Read the full story »

  • The Hardware Societe, Melbourne

    The Hardware Societe, Melbourne

    If I ever open a cafe, it would be exactly like this. It would be casual and cosy with a romantic charm; there would be fabulous and affordable breakfast and lunch options served on pretty plates, and there would be... Read the full story »

  • Cookbook review: Paella by Alberto Herraiz (plus a recipe)

    Cookbook review: Paella by Alberto Herraiz (plus a recipe)

    Paella.I don't think there is a dish more synonymous with Spanish cuisine. Paella is also the title of a new cookbook (Phaidon Press, 2011) by chef Alberto Herraiz. And you guessed it, this publication, is an incredible paella bible! Alberto... Read the full story »

  • Vivaz Buffet Restaurant & Nightclub

    Vivaz Buffet Restaurant & Nightclub

    No buffet has ever gotten me as excited as this one. This restaurant has broken the 'quality over quantity' golden rule by giving us both. You heard right... Quality AND Quantity. Lovers of pork crackling can now rejoice at the... Read the full story »

  • Razor clams and chorizo stew

    Razor clams and chorizo stew

    This is my attempt to deal with my post-holiday blues. As I mentioned in the May e-newsletter (you can subscribe to this over on the right), this time, last year, I was taking my dream holiday in Europe. One of... Read the full story »

  • MoVida Next Door, Melbourne

    MoVida Next Door, Melbourne

    Can you imagine the disappointment on my face when I called up MoVida eight weeks in advance to make a reservation and was told they were fully booked? True, it was a busy period with people flocking to Melbourne from... Read the full story »

  • Low 302

    Low 302

    My favourite type of nightspots are the ones that have delectable cocktails and mouthwatering menus. It has to have both and not just one without the other. Tapas and cocktails I love Low 302 'cause not only does it satisfy... Read the full story »

  • Turning 25 at Velero

    Turning 25 at Velero

    Two months ago, I turned 25 and there was plenty to celebrate. In between all the drama of a quarter-life-crisis, I'd resigned from my day job to pursue the free-spirited life of an entrepreneur. So the last thing I wanted... Read the full story »

  • The best of Sydney, according to Time Out

    The best of Sydney, according to Time Out

    I'm a big fan of Time Out. I would never visit a city without first consulting the local Time Out guide. Time Out Sydney's Food Awards 09 winners were announced this week, so let's see who made the cut: People's... Read the full story »

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