Don’t Cry for Us, Argentina

Posted on 14. Oct, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Eat+Drink

Don’t Cry for Us, Argentina

Porteño opens in Surry Hills

Even if you aren’t a member of the Facebook group “I miss Buenos Aires more than fat kids miss empanadas”, you should be excited about the recent opening of Porteño, the hot new Cleveland Street restaurant and bar from the Bodega crew.

Within moments of being ushered inside you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to the set ... [Read more]

Laughing Clowns & Freak Show Fun

Posted on 12. Oct, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Eat+Drink

Laughing Clowns & Freak Show Fun

Cirque de Summer

Roll Up! Roll Up! The circus is coming to town!

The Sydney Summer circuit is always a bit of a circus and so Bungalow 8’s annual summer garden party theme seems rather appropriate…

We can’t promise elephants on scooters or hoop jumping lions but you’ll be dazzled by the transformation of the harbourside venue into a big top arena and side ... [Read more]

Summer Lovin’

Posted on 10. Oct, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Eat+Drink

Summer Lovin’

Introducing the Grill’d Airstream Caravan – Mobile Burgers

Who doesn’t love a burger?

Better yet, who doesn’t love a burger “Made with Love” using the freshest ingredients from super lean beef, crispy trim bacon, free range eggs and beetroot to golden pineapple and signature relish & herbed mayo?

The ultimate? Burgers on the go, California style. That’s right, Grill’d is bringing Sydney an iconic, ... [Read more]

For the Love of Grub

Posted on 05. Oct, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Eat+Drink

For the Love of Grub

Love Grub – A Seriously Cute Cafe

What qualifies a cafe as seriously cute? How about a menu fluent in Mod Oz and Japanese, a community vegetable garden, a patch of grass smattered with kids’ play-things, bold but whimsical wall art, and a jumble of furniture bursting onto the street. Love Grub has all of these things and more, and indeed qualifies ... [Read more]

Your New Paddington Local

Posted on 30. Sep, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Eat+Drink

Your New Paddington Local

Avido Opens

It’s the new kid on the block but already we’re a fan. Avido officially opens to the public tomorrow night (1 October) on what’s rapidly becoming the hot-spot stretch of Paddington, just down from The Wine Library.

This is a restaurant that has its priorities straight, like owner Ian Summers, who quit his New York based job in finance to follow ... [Read more]

Eat, Drink & Be Merry

Posted on 26. Sep, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Eat+Drink

Eat, Drink & Be Merry

Highlights of Crave Sydney International Food Festival

Spring is in the air and for Sydney foodies that means a month of culinary indulgence is just around the corner. This year’s festival is bigger and more diverse than ever. Here are our some of our picks.

Let’s do…

It’s your favourite event extended to practically every possible meal and as always, at an exceptionally ... [Read more]

Something To Quack About

Posted on 24. Sep, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Eat+Drink

Something To Quack About

Run, don’t waddle – Cotton Duck opens in Surry Hills

After following the progress of renovations on Twitter for months, we’re very happy to report that Jared Ingersoll’s new eatery, Cotton Duck, has opened its doors.

Nestled in a renovated warehouse (which is also soon to house Vini winebar), you’ll love the “designer depot” vibe created by the polished concrete floors, exposed brick ... [Read more]

It’s Time To Come Clean

Posted on 21. Sep, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Eat+Drink

It’s Time To Come Clean

eatfitfood.com.au

First there were Friday night beers and cocktails where “one” turned into one too many. Then there was the mandatory late night pit stop @ Harry’s. You skipped training and couldn’t pass up Oporto to soak it all up. Note to self: need more self control.

With Summer just around the corner it’s time to clean up your diet and your ... [Read more]

Hello Fat Boy

Posted on 17. Sep, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Eat+Drink

Hello Fat Boy

Fei Jai Opens

This is an opening we’ve been waiting for all year and we’re happy to report that now that it’s finally here, Fei Jai doesn’t disappoint. With its cosy and inviting wood paneled interior and tables spilling out onto the footpath, Fei Jai is a welcome addition to Challis Ave’s restaurant line up.

Fei Jai has only been open for ... [Read more]

Silence Is Golden

Posted on 12. Sep, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Eat+Drink

Silence Is Golden

Silent Dinner Parties

Why is it that you always end up seated next to the most opinionated person at a dinner party? You know the type – they’re an expert on everything from the Sydney property market to parenting. You just want to tell them to zip it (or worse).

What if you could in fact mute everyone at the table? Welcome ... [Read more]