It’s lovely to find a restaurant that is joyful. Soluna in North Sydney has such a positive vibe to it – from the moment manager Jonathan Bayed greets you at the door like an old friend, right through to executive...

Nestled in the quiet, Pittwater community of Clareville is a delightful weatherboard cottage serving up the Beaches newest fresh, fine dishes. The Clareville has opened on the site of the long-standing local favourite Clareville Kiosk, and brings with it a...

Sometimes in Sydney you just need to escape the traffic, noise of jackhammers and general chaos of our city. A night out at the Big Top in Moore Park was just what I needed to experience something truly magical. Cirque du...

Eats, beats and bevs with Southern California vibes I’d heard that Feisty Flamingo was the new local hotspot for tasty tapas-style dishes, delicious cocktails, and the coolest tunes in town; it turns out my source was reliable! One Friday evening, a foodie-friend...

It’s very rare in Sydney to find a North Shore restaurant where you can relax back in your chair and watch a ferry cruise past the Opera House, travel under the Harbour Bridge and pull up just metres away at...

Tucked away in Elanora Heights is a cool, casual pizza and pasta restaurant serving up delicious crispy pizzas with fresh toppings. When we visit on a Saturday night, the restaurant is buzzing with diners, from couples to families, and we’re in...

Nestled a few steps from Milsons Point train station is La Capannina Restaurant, one of the best-hidden jewels in the area for Italian food. It also took out the title of outstanding restaurant at this year’s North Shore Local Business...

Sitting at a window seat overlooking Manly beach on a balmy evening, with the waves gently lapping on the shore is certainly a very relaxing night out. With the smell of the sea wafting in the open window, you can feel...

It’s hard to find authentic Italian food in Sydney for this fussy author, who has grown up with homecooked Sicilian food. Sale Pepe, located in the bustling Brookvale brewery district, is an absolute gem of a restaurant. It combines my love...

There’s something quite special about seeing top-quality theatre in an intimate setting, with the backdrop of  Sydney Harbour in full view. The Ensemble Theatre in Kirribilli has been a stalwart of the Sydney arts scene for 66 years, surviving the challenging...