A lover of all things artistic, edible, and nocturnal, I'm a city girl through and through.
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Between the giant tub of Crunchy Skippy that I gleefully bought at Costco and the delicious Pic's Peanut Butter that... [more]
Nestled in the quieter part of Surry Hills on the corner of Bourke St and Fitzroy St, 4Fourteen is the latest addition t... [more]
Late last year we went on an expedition to The Tea Parlour for a birthday. And what a delightful little spot this is.
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Bar H rests deep in the loll of Surry Hills, plating up Asian dishes that I can only describe as sensual. The restau... [more]
District Dining's reputation precedes itself - in a very good way of course. I had heard from many friends and bloggers ... [more]
I was very excited when a few weeks ago I found out that Jamie Oliver was opening a restaurant in Sydney. Jamie's Italia... [more]
Matt Moran's Aria was awarded two chef's hats by The Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide in 2012, and I'm not at all... [more]
Nestled into an armchair on the verandah of The Fern, with the Sunday paper in hand and cool tunes in the background, I ... [more]
Kepos Street Kitchen is the latest eatery to grace the streets of Redfern. Though trained in French cuisine, owner a... [more]
Colin Fassnidge heads a kitchen that churns out inspiring dishes at Paddington's Four in Hand. After a delightful dining... [more]
The Rag Land is only about a month old, and is joining a sweet line-up of awesome eateries. With Milk Bar by Cafe Ish,... [more]
I had heard about the suggestively titled Better Than Sex dessert at House in Surry Hills a while ago, and was keen to f... [more]
On a warm, sunny Sunday I make my way to Orto Trading Co, which was highly recommended to me by a handful of people. The... [more]
Hartsyard is a small restaurant in Newtown. I had booked a week in advance for a Wednesday night, and it was absolutely ... [more]
When I heard through the grapevine (aka Twitter) that Cafe Ish was closing, I was only consoled when I found out that ... [more]
The Eathouse Diner is a cosy eatery in Redfern that's warm and inviting. But it's also borderline kitschy (in a goo... [more]
Though it wasn't quite necessary to reboot Spider-Man, director Marc Webb offers a fun and well-cast instalment of P... [more]
Kitchen by Mike in Rosebery opened earlier this year with a philosophy that takes dining back to simpler times. You stan... [more]
Germans sure know how to cook comfort food. So it's perfect if you're seeking refuge from the rainy, wintry weather.... [more]
From an industrial wasteland to an inner city suburb giving birth to many a trendy cafes and restaurants, Alexandria has... [more]
Tucked away underneath Ivy and occupying the space across from Ash St. Cellar, French bistro Felix is like being transpo... [more]
The Chatswood Musical Society is putting on Miss Saigon from 4 May until 12 May. Directed by Annie Veitch, this vers... [more]
With The Grounds of Alexandria opening in early April and having seen some gorgeous photos on blogs, I was absolutel... [more]
As part of Kate Baker's 'Creation' series, the Harrison Galleries in Paddington are currently showcasing a photograp... [more]
Oh, pies. There's something very comforting and homely about them. My only problem is that I'm not big on baking, so f... [more]
A feel-good cop comedy is probably not something that most people would go out of their way for, but with the unlike... [more]
My latest addiction comes in the form of cold, creamy goodness. And if you're a gelato enthusiast, you need to get on th... [more]
The moment I heard that the guys from Eau De Vie were opening a new bar, I was determined to get a few of my girlfri... [more]
Dose Espresso is a little piece of coffee heaven tucked away in an unexpected corner of Willoughby. Trust me, this cafe ... [more]
The Vow opens in cinemas just in time for Valentine's Day. Well-played. Blubbery teens will lap it up.
Another No... [more]
If you've read my Top Ten Small Bars in Sydney article, you'll notice that quite a few of them are now outshined... [more]
A gruesome war between vampires, Lycans and humans breaks out in the latest instalment of Underworld. Kate Beckinsal... [more]
A trip to Cafe Ish is an exploration into a food journey that pairs quite polar cuisines: Native Australian and Japa... [more]
Working in social media comes with its perks. When Twitter is trembling with excitement about a new Sydney eatery, you... [more]
The Sydney Shakespeare Festival is celebrating its fifth year with Hamlet and Taming of the Shrew performances. Set ou... [more]
If you're looking for a fun, entertaining and sensuous way to spend your weekend, look no further! An Evening with Mis... [more]
An evening out at Food Society is perfect for people with a hefty appetite. If you're having the communal menu, that is.... [more]
If you haven't been to see the Picasso exhibition at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, I suggest you book tickets ... [more]
It's Wednesday night and I'm going out for my first ever Greek dining experience in Sydney. I'm uber-excited to try Stek... [more]
Crammed with cafes from one end to the other, Crown Street is one of the main go-to places if you're after breakfast or ... [more]
The Crepe & Coffee Co. in Redfern has only been open for about a month, and I wasn't able to give it a try because it wa... [more]
Adam Sandler acting as a woman? Yeah, I was a bit hesitant when I went to the media screening of Jack and Jill, I mu... [more]
When a planned night out goes slightly awry and I'm so hungry I start hallucinating about delicious food, I stumble upon... [more]
Most Sydneysiders are leading hectic and busy lifestyles, leaving very little leeway for relaxation or beauty therap... [more]
A sailing trip on a 60-foot yacht around Sydney harbour? Yes, that is correct, I went on a delightful sail with Meri... [more]
Brioche burgers have been super-trendy of late, whether they're making an appearance on MasterChef or the newest cafe. I... [more]
My burlesque cherry was popped when I went to The Burlesque Ball a few weeks ago, so when I got to go to my second burle... [more]
Delicious dumplings aren't hard to come by in Sydney. But delicious and cheap dumplings is a whole other story. Chinese ... [more]
On a crisp Tuesday evening, I make my way to Tomislav with three girlfriends. The restaurant is intimate and understated... [more]
Upon hearing mixed reviews, I was somewhat sceptical when I entered the movie theatre at Event Cinemas for a media scree... [more]
I'd never been to a burlesque show, so it was very exciting news that I was able to watch The Burlesque Ball – The E... [more]
The website tells me that Grandma's is a "retro-sexual haven of cosmopolitan kitsch and faded granny glamour". Haven is ... [more]
One pleasant Friday evening, my fellow small-bar-loving buddies and I are feeling inspired. We decide to make a pit ... [more]
Tucked away behind the gaudy Coke sign at Kings Cross, you'll find Time To Vino, a little sanctuary where you can leisur... [more]
Soy Cappuccino in a lovely square cup at Padre, South Melbourne Market... [more]
I can't get enough of xiao long bao (Shanghai soup dumplings), and I've always thought that Din Tai Fung had the best on... [more]
I'm immediately drawn to the newly renovated Jet Bar Caffe at QVB upon approaching it. The interior is slick and modern,... [more]
Caffeine fix at Clover Cafe, Annandale... [more]
You don't need to be a Shakespeare scholar to enjoy Macbeth: A Variety Show By Default. The show sees the action unf... [more]
My love affair with cheese probably started when I grew up in Germany, where I inherited (and observed) my dad's love fo... [more]
Can't get enough of that yummy, warm goodness called ramen? For those not too familiar with Japanese cuisine, ramen is a... [more]
The Opera House in all its glory... [more]
Mediterranean Breakfast: poached eggs, tomato, spinach, grilled haloumi and pesto on schiacciata, with a lemon and balsa... [more]
I don't know about you, but I'm a huge fan of Indonesian food. Yes, I'm a bit biased because I'm half Indonesian (and I ... [more]
Slowly but surely Redfern is becoming a hip little inner city suburb that's worth exploring. From its cute cafes to dece... [more]
"Why is it called Dry Land Bar?" I ask myself as I push through the front door of this trendy little wine bar in Redfern... [more]