A few weeks ago I was invited to a whiskey tasting. I am definitely not a whiskey connoisseur but I know many people are very enthusiastic about the spirit so I thought this would be my opportunity to learn something about an unfamiliar drink. And I took Drew with me; because he’s in the ‘very […]
Customs House Bar, Circular Quay
November 7, 2014 By 22 Comments
With a 160-year history, Customs House Bar is one of Sydney’s oldest and most nostalgic pubs. Situated in the heart of Sydney’s CBD, it’s conveniently and centrally located on the edge of Macquarie Place Park where it’s just a short stroll to Circular Quay and to your left you can walk to the Harbour Bridge […]
East Coast Lounge, Chowder Bay
October 28, 2014 By 28 Comments
Sydney’s Chowder Bay takes its name from the whalers who used to make chowder from the abundant seafood they caught in the bay. Up until recently Chowder Bay wasn’t open to the public as in 1890 a base was built for the Submarine Mining Corps then in 1922 it became a depot and barracks for […]
Sokyo at Star, Pyrmont
August 30, 2014 By 26 Comments
It’s been almost two years since I went to Sokyo. In November 2012 I attended an event at the venue where Al Pacino was the guest of honour. That was a cocktail party so I wasn’t able to sit down and dine and experience the brilliance that is Chase Kojima, head chef of Sokyo. Chase […]
Blacksmith, Mona Vale – Cafe, Restaurant and Cocktail Bar
August 27, 2014 By 31 Comments
A few weeks ago I was meeting a friend of mine for lunch in Mona Vale. We had an Asian noodle bar in mind but as Lou was walking through Pittwater Place she noticed Blacksmith. And with its bold fit-out, it certainly makes a statement. Considering it used to be a shoe shop, this is […]
Amelie Wine Bar, Greenwich Village, New York
July 31, 2014 By 23 Comments
Amelie Wine Bar became my most favourite place for a drink in the whole of New York City. When we arrived in New York we went straight to our apartment, freshened up and then headed out the door looking for somewhere to have a light meal. With no idea where to go we walked up […]
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