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Yum Yum Brasserie, Auburn Soccer Club

Yum Yum Brasserie, Auburn Soccer Club
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I don't know about you, but when I go to a suburban sports club or RSL, all I expect them to serve me is a roast of the day! I was pleasantly surprised when I discovered that a large percentage... Continue reading Yum Yum Brasserie, Auburn Soccer Club »

Himalayan Fusion Cafe, Auburn

Himalayan Fusion Cafe, Auburn
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The first time I heard about Himalayan food was in an episode of Ugly Betty (Season 3 Episode 14) where Daniel's palate unfortunately disagrees with the exotic Nepalese flavours and he throws up! Feeling a bit adventurous one night, Zen... Continue reading Himalayan Fusion Cafe, Auburn »

Top 10 list of the best I've eaten in 2009

Top 10 list of the best I've eaten in 2009
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In celebration of the new year, I thought it would be suitable to look back at all of my best eats in 2009. Here, I've included some of my most frequently visited restaurants as well as a few memorable favourites.... Continue reading Top 10 list of the best I've eaten in 2009 »

Habib's at Bankstown

Habib's at Bankstown
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Family meal deal at Habib's Dinner for four, only $31 That works out to just $7.75 each. While it is in the fast food price range, the family meal deal at Habib's is much more satisfying. In fact, get it... Continue reading Habib's at Bankstown »

Temasek

Temasek
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Sometimes it takes a fresh set of tastebuds for you to truly appreciate a cheap eat. I've been going to Temasek for their traditional Malaysian and Singaporean fare for ages. But only recently, had I introduced this place to my... Continue reading Temasek »

Vasandha Bhavan

Vasandha Bhavan
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When an Indian restaurant gets the nod of approval from a local Indian resident, it's a must try. Today, Betty excitedly lets me know that Vasandha Bhavan is a restaurant her Indian friend would highly recommend. So we gave the... Continue reading Vasandha Bhavan »

Vincent's Noodle House

Vincent's Noodle House
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Vincent's Noodle House has long been serving Lidcombe locals affordable Asian cuisine. While they no longer appear to be a small family-run business, having moved in to Dooleys Catholic Club, they're still bloody popular. Their pho dac biet (special beef... Continue reading Vincent's Noodle House »

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 »

Al Sofra, Auburn

Al Sofra, Auburn
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Although I've been a long-time loyal customer of Al Sofra, this was my first time back in a while and my fave kebabs seem to have disappeared with the management change. The prices are still the same; here's the chicken... Continue reading Al Sofra, Auburn »

Auburn Baladna Pastry

Auburn Baladna Pastry
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I've made my own baklava at home plenty of times. While it's fun mixing and matching different nuts, syrup to pastry ratio and wacky shapes, nothing beats walking into a baklava pastry store. The huge display here offers more varieties of baklava than you can imagine. Continue reading Auburn Baladna Pastry »

cheap and delicious, Auburn Chinese Restaurant

cheap and delicious, Auburn Chinese Restaurant
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I have found it. Fresh and cheap seafood that doesn't compromise on taste! Okay, so the service can be a hit and miss at times, but the food is casual Chinese at its best. Continue reading cheap and delicious, Auburn Chinese Restaurant »




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  • Yum Yum Brasserie, Auburn Soccer Club

    Yum Yum Brasserie, Auburn Soccer Club

    I don't know about you, but when I go to a suburban sports club or RSL, all I expect them to serve me is a roast of the day! I was pleasantly surprised when I discovered that a large percentage... Read the full story »

  • Himalayan Fusion Cafe, Auburn

    Himalayan Fusion Cafe, Auburn

    The first time I heard about Himalayan food was in an episode of Ugly Betty (Season 3 Episode 14) where Daniel's palate unfortunately disagrees with the exotic Nepalese flavours and he throws up! Feeling a bit adventurous one night, Zen... Read the full story »

  • Top 10 list of the best I've eaten in 2009

    Top 10 list of the best I've eaten in 2009

    In celebration of the new year, I thought it would be suitable to look back at all of my best eats in 2009. Here, I've included some of my most frequently visited restaurants as well as a few memorable favourites.... Read the full story »

  • Habib's at Bankstown

    Habib's at Bankstown

    Family meal deal at Habib's Dinner for four, only $31 That works out to just $7.75 each. While it is in the fast food price range, the family meal deal at Habib's is much more satisfying. In fact, get it... Read the full story »

  • Temasek

    Temasek

    Sometimes it takes a fresh set of tastebuds for you to truly appreciate a cheap eat. I've been going to Temasek for their traditional Malaysian and Singaporean fare for ages. But only recently, had I introduced this place to my... Read the full story »

  • Vasandha Bhavan

    Vasandha Bhavan

    When an Indian restaurant gets the nod of approval from a local Indian resident, it's a must try. Today, Betty excitedly lets me know that Vasandha Bhavan is a restaurant her Indian friend would highly recommend. So we gave the... Read the full story »

  • Vincent's Noodle House

    Vincent's Noodle House

    Vincent's Noodle House has long been serving Lidcombe locals affordable Asian cuisine. While they no longer appear to be a small family-run business, having moved in to Dooleys Catholic Club, they're still bloody popular. Their pho dac biet (special beef... 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 »

  • Al Sofra, Auburn

    Al Sofra, Auburn

    Although I've been a long-time loyal customer of Al Sofra, this was my first time back in a while and my fave kebabs seem to have disappeared with the management change. The prices are still the same; here's the chicken... Read the full story »

  • Auburn Baladna Pastry

    Auburn Baladna Pastry

    I've made my own baklava at home plenty of times. While it's fun mixing and matching different nuts, syrup to pastry ratio and wacky shapes, nothing beats walking into a baklava pastry store. The huge display here offers more varieties of baklava than you can imagine. Read the full story »

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