Filipino food is an absolute delight, especially when you miss your mum’s home cooking and you have a craving for it, knowing someone out there will make it just as good – and traditional that is. To be honest, my version of Filipino cooking is very westernised, inclusive…
Curious as to what the restaurant name means? Sir Manong comes from the “Sir” title and the “Manong” meaning – usually given to the first-born male in a Filipino family. However, Manong can also be referenced as the title of an older brother, or older male cousin or…
One of the friendliest family-run teams ever, 12th Avenue Cafe & Thai is a local favourite restaurant of mine in Marsden Park. Adjacent to the flagship Coles supermarket in Elara Village, this Thai delight is open 7 days a week from 11am-4pm for lunch, and 5-9pm for dinner….
Located in the Hills District, you’ll find Entrata Restaurant. Bounded by the north-west suburbs of Kellyville, Dural, Castle Hill, and Cherrybrook, the family-run Entrata Restaurant on Glenhaven Road, is a hidden gem in the area – and one not to miss. At first glance, you may feel like…
Located on Lake Street, and an easy walking distance from most central Cairns hotels, you must try yum cha at Yum Sing Restaurant Cairns. Yum Sing 飲勝 means cheers in Cantonese, and to my delight, the friendliness and service experienced here adds to the overall ambiance. The first…
Experience casual French dining, less than a 5-minute walk from Sydney’s Central Station, Surry Hills and Haymarket area. Located on level 1 of the Old Rum Store, Gavroche Chippendale is situated in the famed dining district of Kensington Street, adjoining Spice Alley. If you’ve ever been to France,…
Experience handmade, delicious cheeses from the Little Creek Cheese company, located in the Wyong Milk Factory. If you’re passing through Sydney’s Central Coast, this small, boutique shopfront is well worth the visit. Choose from a number of award-wining artisan cheeses on display, with the added option of taste…
Home to Australian café dining and quality food, Leaf Café & Co. has arrived in Marsden Park. Having lived in the local area of Burwood for many years, this café is no stranger to me. I was excited to hear it was opening in Sydney’s north-west, and even…