New to the District

Posted on 28. Nov, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Eat+Drink

New to the District

District Dining opens in Surry Hills

It’s tough being the new kid. How do you fit in, yet get noticed, and for the right reasons?

The Surry Hills dining scene is (surely) almost at capacity but newbie, District Dining, has proved that if you’ve got the goods, there is room for just one more.

The slightly awkward-to-find locale avoids appearing grungy by greeting ... [Read more]

The Duke of Darlinghurst

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

The Duke of Darlinghurst

Duke Bistro

Slipping onto the restaurant scene without the big bang it deserved, Duke Bistro is one of Darlinghurst’s newest eateries.

Tucked away one small stride past the Flinders Hotel, you’ll find a very narrow entrance and some stairs where you’ll step into a regal world fit for Dukes and Ladies.

A rich green and wooden interior is dimly lit with tea-cup candles to ... [Read more]

Your Perfect Sunday – Ocean, Wine & Sunshine

Posted on 15. Nov, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Leisure

Your Perfect Sunday – Ocean, Wine & Sunshine

The Cloudy Bay Deck @ Jonah’s

Looking for a romantic Sunday escape from the city beach crowds? Fancy the idea of winding your way along oceanside cliff-tops, the sea breeze in your hair, far enough away from Bondi to relax but not so far that the journey’s a hassle?

On Sundays throughout November 2010, Jonah’s Whale Beach will play host to Cloudy ... [Read more]

East Meets West

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

East Meets West

Eat St Opens

Move over greasy food court fare. Chatswood’s new Eat Street, where East meets West is putting the precinct on the (dining) map.

Located in Chatswood’s business district, the combo of alfresco and street-style eateries is akin to those found in Tokyo’s Ginza, Hong Kong’s Mong Kok and Kuala Lumpur’s Jalan Alor. From Asian hawker fare and contemporary European cuisine ... [Read more]

Besotto’d

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

Besotto’d

Sotto on West Opens

Time to take the spotlight off the weekly Surry Hills sproutings. Now it’s time to shine a different kind of light- on the new addition to North Sydney’s (coffee) bean bag.

Sotto on West’s teacup lighting sparks up the North Shore’s “safe” café scene. Situated on the now-buzzing West Street, Sotto stands out with its mix of dangling ... [Read more]

The City’s Latest Small Bar

Posted on 08. Nov, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Eat+Drink

The City’s Latest Small Bar

The Fox Hole

It’s only Monday and already you’re tired of being holed up at your desk…looking for a place that is a whole lot of fun? Consider disappearing down The Fox Hole – the city’s latest small bar.

Brought to you by the guys from creative sandwich shop “Size Matters”, this bar shows that…ahem, size doesn’t matter. It might be small but it packs ... [Read more]

Middle Bar Makeover

Posted on 01. Nov, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Eat+Drink

Middle Bar Makeover

Low-fi – for the creative kind

With Sydney’s bar scene changing so rapidly, it’s hard to keep up with the newest and trendiest bars to frequent. If you’re looking for one of the “it” bars right now with a point of difference, you’ll want to check out Low-Fi.

This cliquey new bar in Taylor Square is right above Kinselas, and yes, expect to walk past ... [Read more]

Sydney’s Hottest Bar Opening

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

Sydney’s Hottest Bar Opening

A Slice of New York – Gotham Opens

Perhaps you’re sick of the proliferation of Sydney small bars or maybe you’re just obsessed with Mad Men (Hello Don & Betty Draper!)…either way, you’ll love the latest addition to Sydney’s bar scene, Gotham.

It’s New York chic – think chesterfields, a crimson leather bar, gorgeous pressed metal walls, intimate booths, vintage fireplaces and a ... [Read more]

Twice as Nice

Posted on 19. Oct, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Eat+Drink

Twice as Nice

Zushi’s second restaurant opens in Surry Hills

Will the good fortune of Surry Hills’ residents ever abate? Each week it becomes home to yet another great new restaurant, bar or restaurant-slash-bar and this week is no exception with Zushi opening up in the iconic 285 Crown St development, between The Winery and Madam Char Char.

A twin sister to the Darlinghurst flagship restaurant, she ... [Read more]

Travel 10: Your Guide to Glebe

Posted on 18. Oct, 2010 by Cherry Picked in Leisure

Travel 10: Your Guide to Glebe

Glebe Gems

Glebe maintains an extraordinary village atmosphere for what is essentially one long main road pressed between blocks of tiny terraces. We’ve picked out a few favourites and gems among the many excellent shops and cafes which abound.

Clipper Cafe - A charming terrace cafe that compels students, locals and all kinds of interesting characters to linger in its narrow space. This place ... [Read more]