[invite] Bianca: Another instalment of the pancake files but pancakes are not the main staple here at Kusuka Cafe. Alex visited their Haymarket location late last year, mainly for those very Instagrammable galaxy drinks. They’ve recently opened their second store on Sussex street, we visited mid-morning on a Saturday, for a rather different Pan Asian brunch. […]
Bianca: With gorgeous views overlooking Freshwater beach and Queenscliff bay, it’s easy to see why Pilu at Freshwater, a popular two hatted restaurant has become a staple in the fine dining world of the Northern beaches. Drawing hordes across the bridge, Giovanni Pilu has become a champion for modern Italian/Australian food with an emphasis on […]
[invite] Bianca: New to the STAR restaurant portfolio is Chuuka. The brainchild of Chase Kojima (Sokyo, Gojima) and Victor Liong (Melbourne’s Lee Ho Fook). With Flying Fish departing to The Star casino, the space on Jones Bay Wharf became prime waterside real estate. A spot that wasn’t to be empty long. The food? In a […]
Bianca: Celebrating my cousin Bec’s birthday in Manly saw us at ‘The Pantry’ for a leisurely long Saturday lunch. The sun was shining, people were out and about and it seemed every person that owned a pair of roller blades congregated in Manly. I’d seen The Pantry in passing on a previous to Manly, I […]
Vanessa: On a rare occasion that Bianca and I were sans babies, we took the opportunity to spend the afternoon at the Fullerton hotel. We were particularly lucky to have been invited to experience the International Womens’ Day afternoon tea, taking place throughout the month of March. The Fullerton Hotel (previosuly the Westin) is a […]
Vanessa: A new contender has emerged on the suburban dining scene, boasting southern Italian cuisine. Rimini Trattoria is situated in the inner west suburb of Concord and offers diners traditional Italian fair at reasonable prices. A recent Friday night outing with my fellow FFS family, Mr M and Cousin J brought us to Rimini Trattoria. […]
Alex: My second day (or should I say second morning) in Melbourne town was probably… It’s always a treat for us Inner Westies to cross the bridge and head north.… Vanessa: Candelori’s has brought the flavours of Italy to the Sydney suburb of Smithfield for… Bianca: “A public holiday is the perfect excuse for brunch” […]
[invite] Bianca: Alongside my obsession with burgers and pancakes, sushi makes a pretty regular appearance… [invite] Bianca: And we’re back with my one true love, burgers! I’m still on a pancake… Bianca: There’s something special about the upper levels of the QVB and Strand Arcade in Sydney’s… [invite] Bianca: We’re always on the hunt for good French […]
Bianca: I always love exploring my own backyard (not literally, I live in an apartment….)… Bianca: Our final stop on our Japanese adventure holiday. Tokyo. We boarded the Shinkansen from… Bianca: Andddd we’re back to our regular programming. Our Japan adventures continue in Kyoto. Kyoto… Vanessa: Family-friendly holidays are appealing at this point with our […]
Bianca: Hotel restaurants, where do you stand? Sydney is in a sort of renaissance with hotel dining at the moment. Altitude, Mode Dining, Silvesters, Gowings and The Gantry are all in very fine form. The husband and I visited on a Sunday for a leisurely long lunch. Taking full advantage of the glorious sunny weather […]
[invite] Bianca: A stalwart in Double Bay, 21 Espresso is a notorious spot for the… [invite] Bianca: A burger a day keeps the bullshit away… and that’s a motto I’d… [invite] Bianca: No longer the tourist trap of yesteryear, do your research and you can… LABLD Cafe Marrickville, Marrickville cafes, Pandan pancakes sydney High Street […]
Bianca: After much discussion team FFS managed to finally score a booking at Attica. Our bags were packed, restaurants booked and hotels and accommodation sorted… so off we went. Alex and I made our way down a few days before Ness. We spent a few days at the Langham where I had one of the best […]
Bianca: Weeks ago my co-worker and friend Mark, mentioned a soon to open burger joint… Bianca: We were lucky this past March/April to have three French relatives visit, having family… Vanessa: The birthday celebration of one of my besties brought us to the Food Society… Bianca: After a successful day Bridesmaid dress shopping in […]
Alex: Eastside Grill offers a contemporary styling of a New York steakhouse, with warehouse chic vibes, bold wooden/leather furniture and an incredible art piece. It’s music to my ears when the waitress walks behind me and I hear “some bread to start”. The sourdough bread is served with olive oil and Parmesan, a combination that I’ve […]