With the word ‘barrel’ in the name it’ll come as no surprise to hear that Barrel Bar & Dining is a wine bar (converted wine barrels are, in my view, the best tables in the house). Unlike many of Sydney’s ‘hole-in-the-wall’ and ‘hidden laneway’ wine bars Barrel Bar & Dining is unmissable. It’s located on … Continue reading
Firefly is one of my regular local spots, and that’s exactly why it’s taken me so long to write about it here. I often go for a glass (or two) of wine with some nibbles and the last thing on my mind is taking foodie photos. But after recently feasting on their banquet menu, I’m sharing all. … Continue reading
I’m a huge fan of cooking ribs at home – they’re such a tasty cut of meat. Typically I’ll marinade the ribs in spices and/or seasoning and slow cook them for a good 3-4 hours. My husband, as you can imagine, will literally rush home from work knowing that pork ribs or lamb ribs are … Continue reading
Whenever I’m thinking about feasting ‘out’ there’s usually a little deliberation involved. My mantra of wholesome, nourishing healthy food, overlaid with treats in moderation, means I tend to limit restaurant dinners to once a week. So when I dine out it’s always carefully planned – which brings me to Hotel Centennial in Woollahra. After checking out Hotel Centennial … Continue reading
Australia boasts golden beaches and iconic landmarks, unique native wildlife and a laid back Aussie lifestyle. More recently it’s also becoming known for producing some of the world’s best food and wine. And when it comes to the food and wine there’s no better experience than overindulging for a carefree day or two in a wine region. Continue reading
Sydney does so many things well when it comes to spoiling locals and tourists with top places to feast. Like restaurants with glorious water views. And menus that showcase the best local produce. Affordable food prices that allow you to justify becoming a regular. And drinks lists that hero Australian wines and craft beers. But … Continue reading
RESTAURANT CLOSED DOWN When it comes to dining out I’m a creature of habit. I have a handful of favourite restaurants, most of which are local. I happily go back time and time again, even when I know what I’m going to order before arriving. At the same time my love of Italian and Indian … Continue reading
I’ve been to the Hunter Valley many times and on each trip I’ve made best efforts to experience new wineries and cellar doors. But, when it comes to the region’s food, I seem to always be tempted by lazy long lunches at just a handful of my favourite places, like Muse Kitchen (a stunning spot … Continue reading
Whenever I think about a trip to the Hunter Valley I get as excited about the food as the wine. The wineries are known globally for their iconic Semillon, and the region has Shiraz vines over 100 years old. At the same time foodies are very well catered for – with talented Hunter Valley chefs … Continue reading
On my about me page I talk about considering myself ‘almost Italian at heart’. I love everything about the relationship the Italians have with food – it’s fresh, seasonal, social, generous and hearty. So, it should come as no surprise that Chiosco by Ormeggio was the location of my first dinner date of 2015. The setting I … Continue reading
Feast Wisely 