In Short: Flavours of the bbq, airy casual space, sublime coffee. We were first drawn to the big industrial space at 1/85 Dunning Avenue in Rosebery when Kitchen By Mike were rocking. The long lines of diners lining up for wholesome, generous offerings really created a cool vibe for the area. Sadly Mike McEnearney left Rosebery for the…
Rolling Penny Newtown
In Short: Healthy offerings, delicious coffee, welcoming space. Walking into Rolling Penny is like walking into your best friend’s home. There’s a certain comfort, familiarity and relaxing aura that envelopes you, as you find a seat. Rolling Penny eschews the fancy fit-out and goes for a functional space. It is as though everything that’s meant to…
Elemental Braddon
In Short: Relaxed warm ambiance, Paleo menu, espressos, milk coffee and cold brew. For our first Canberra cafe post, I grappled on which cafe I should feature. You see, I grew up in Canberra in a time where coffee was confined to the shopping centre doughnut store or it was a drink that was listed alongside…
Juicy Lucy Surry Hills
Fried chicken of various persuasions have exploded across the city! Juicy Lucy though, is a throwback to the BBQ chicken that many of us grew up with in the 80s. Their point of differentiation is Asian inspired flavours in their marinades and sauces. Juicy Lucy is a welcome addition to Central Station end of Surry…
Hotel Bondi Bondi Beach
Hotel Bondi Video Review When I moved to Sydney just on 20 years ago, like any newcomer or tourist, I was drawn to Bondi Beach. That first peek of the teal-hued ocean, as you come over the rise on Bondi Road, filled me with awe and anticipation. Bondi Beach is an icon, and is only…