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Petrichor & Co, Brisbane – Rating: 17/25

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There’s a nice meaning behind the name of Petrichor & Co… it’s the smell of the rain!  While I was in Brisbane, I visited this café which serves well-presented dishes with a Columbian twist. It has a bright and open location … Continue reading

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Bus Stop Café, Clovelly- Rating: 21.5/25 (re-review)

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For such a high scoring café, one year is way too long for a re-review!  So with fond memories of speedy service and flavoursome dishes on my mind, I grabbed a friend and headed back to Bus Stop Café! While the service crew … Continue reading

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Phoenix Hotel Launch

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The Phoenix Hotel in Woollahra recently opened its doors once again with new owners and a fresh refurbishment. Three brothers Andrew, Alex and Cooney have brightened the location and brought a comprehensive wine, cocktail and craft beer list as well … Continue reading

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Aroma Coffee Roastery – A Tour of Ethiopian Beans

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  Recently I was invited to tour the Aroma Coffee roastery.  Since 1965, the brand has been built up to become an institution; a name synonymous with outstanding coffee and deep roots within the villages and countries that work to … Continue reading

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Elizabeth Bay Café, Elizabeth Bay – Rating: 17.5/25 (re-review)

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The last time I visited Elizabeth Bay Café, I was thoroughly impressed by our meals.  The poor service that I’ve seen mentioned on social media comments was nowehere to be seen and I am pleased to report that the case … Continue reading

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Jones St. Café, Ultimo – Rating: 18.5/25

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If it wasn’t for recommendations from friends and readers, I would never find some of these hidden treasures.  Jones St. Café has a perfectly tranquil location in Ultimo with enough patrons to keep the pace going but not cause chaos. … Continue reading

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34 Degrees South, Bondi – Rating: 18/25

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With summer approaching it’s time again to focus on some sea-side locations and where better to start than a café that overlooks the most well known beach in Australia: Bondi! 34 Degrees South makes good use of its location with … Continue reading

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Bird And Bear Boathouse, Elizabeth Bay – Rating: 17.5/25

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Bathed in sunlight down by the marina, surrounded by friendly faces and sipping on coffee; there’s plenty to enjoy at Bird and Bear Boathouse in Elizabeth Bay. The boathouse itself has been turned into the kitchen.  The counter at the … Continue reading

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Excelsior Jones, Ashfield – Rating: 19/25

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Look out!  Café fever is heading west.  This week we discover Excelsior Jones, a hip new café in Ashfield, which  is just as happening as any in Surry Hills.  We bundle into the car early on a Sunday (10am is … Continue reading

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Fleetwood Macchiato, Erskineville – Rating: 20/25

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What was The Kick Inside has now become Fleetwood Macchiato and what a great discovery this café has turned out to be.  We both (April and Dane) paid them a visit earlier this week and Dane liked it so much … Continue reading

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Forsyth Café, Naremburn – Rating: 16/25

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Two quick reviews for you this weekend.  First up is Forsyth Café in Naremburn which is the shopfront for a multi award winning coffee and tea company.  The location is quite humble and retro while providing a massive variety of … Continue reading

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The Milk Bar by Café Ish, Redfern – Rating: 15.5/25

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We were devastated to hear that Café Ish of Surry Hills had closed.  Would Dane ever find another soft shell crab omelette that even came close to his number one dish since the birth of Sydney on Sunday?  We didn’t have to wait long … Continue reading

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Lyne Park Café, Rose Bay – Rating: 18/25

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  If a friend hadn’t recommended Lyne Park Café we would not have even known it was there.  Situated in the clubhouse of the tennis centre on New South Head Road, the café overlooks a picnic perfect park and the … Continue reading

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Fish & Co., Annandale – Rating: 16/25

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For such an award winning café, Fish & Co. (The Sustainable Seafood Café) was very quiet throughout our visit.  With restaurant and food awards from Channel 7, 2UE, SBS and more, they obviously know their seafood but what about their breakfast? … Continue reading

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Cornersmith, Marrickville – Rating: 17/25

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Marrickville has always been known for it’s great food selection.  However rather than Greek delis and Vietnamese bakeries, a new breed of cooks are in town.  Cornersmith caters for the food and coffee needs of Sydney’s modern young professionals, as … Continue reading

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Indigo, Double Bay – Rating: 18/25

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This week we venture east to Indigo in Double Bay.  We are surrounded by luxury cars, couples in designer sports wear and delicious looking food.  We’ve heard rumours that it’s the café of choice for the paparazzi.  They hide surrounded by … Continue reading

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Bondi Picnic, Bondi – Rating: 17/25

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We’re at Bondi in the winter and it’s cold and rainy.  We dream of a summer’s day at the beach but alas we head inside to eat instead.  It’s not so bad after all.  Bondi Picnic is a hip and … Continue reading

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Vinery Foods, Annandale – Rating: 14/25

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Vinery Foods is a location that is open for breakfast through to dinner.  They are in an area that boasts many other cafés such as Bar Sirocco, Le Comptoir, Clover Café and Gallery Café so you are definitely spoilt for choice … Continue reading

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Copo Café and Diner, Drummoyne – Rating: 16/25

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Considering Copo Café and Diner is located just off a major road overlooking a car park, business is doing very well.  It has two levels with the ground floor containing the barrista and plenty of tables.  Internal stairs lead to the … Continue reading