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Baodao Taiwanese Kitchen's ethos revolves around bringing an authentic street food experience inspired by Taiwan cuisine to Sydney.  Priding themselves on excellent service and even better food, their pork belly bun has been named one of the best foods in Sydney. With a menu that features Baodao pork belly, beef Intercostal noodle soup and a range of nigiri, sushi rolls and noodles, you won’t be disappointed.

The hair colour specialists at DD&Co are open for those looking to add something more dramatic to their look. Dedicated to providing the highest level of personal service and quality hair products, the team at this St Peters hair salon are ready to lift your hair game. 

An elegant venue with a sophisticated feel. Not long ago, this eatery housed books but today it’s home to delicious food and cocktails inside a suave interior. 

If you like your coffee with a side of art, you need to get yourself to Auvers Café in Rhodes STAT!

Alexandria’s resident French cafe and restaurant has opened a branch in Oatley. With a large outdoor space that's perfect for events and a play area that's ideal for kids, this cafe in Oatley is set to become a local favourite. 

From the guys who brought you Sydney bar, Lobo Plantation, comes Kittyhawk – a bar and restaurant in Phillip Lane in the CBD. 

Artisan butcher, Kingsmore Meats has opened the second outpost of their family-owned and run butcher in food hub, Saporium. They source only the highest quality meat from small, independent and local farmers who raise their animals naturally, humanely and sustainably.

Everyone loves a sushi train. Nothing makes dining more exciting than when your menu flies around the room on a moving carousel... Right? Well MediTrainean have brought the joy of ‘sushi train’ style eating to Mediterranean cuisine.

With the philosophy of living locally and taking advantage of the surrounding Hawkesbury suppliers, Wolfe & Co. changes up their menu seasonally, served alongside Five Senses coffee. Although they strive to tread lightly on the planet and watch their food miles by making their own granolas, jams, yoghurt and ice cream, they will venture out of The Hills for good coffee, tea, truffles and Tasmanian saffron.

Physicore is a boutique studio located in Surry Hills offering functional training, full body conditioning with a strong focus on getting that core as strong as it can be. Their fitness philosophy is simple: it’s not about the amount of time you have, it’s more about the intensity when it comes to getting results.

Ushering in the very best of Northern India, Delhi By The Way is a vibrant experience for all the senses. From Malibu prawns, Gymkhana goat to the crowd favourite chicken tikka masala, Sydney Indian restaurant, Delhi By The Way has perfectly balanced traditional, street-inspired Indian cuisine with the highest quality service. With plush lighting and authentic Indian styling, Delhi has been brought to Sydney.

The Dreamer Label designs clothing taking inspiration from modernist architecture and abstract geometric forms. This fashion label is built around the idea of simplicity, creating refined yet casual pieces with clean lines and classic silhouettes (which we love). Using natural fabrics, the guys at The Dreamer Label believe in producing organic products that not only look good on, but are also good for the planet. 

The Resident is a Mediterranean-influenced restaurant, perfectly positioned in the heart of the CBD on College Street.  With a fitout inspired by the restaurant’s view of Sydney’s Hyde Park, the minimalistic décor provides a pleasant backdrop for diners. 

About Life is a local wholefoods grocery and cafe and can be found in the Lower North Shore suburb of Crows Nest. They’ve got all you need to create your very own #cleaneating lifestyle at home, including some pretty tasty lunches if you happen to work in the area.

For charming home and giftware, Rose St. Trading Co invites you to step inside the doors of their small but again, charming shop on Military Road in Mosman. Founders Cate and Alex aren’t the slightest bit shy about their obsession for colour, cashmere, pearls and fabulous handbags, as well as injecting their own skills and passions as interior designers into their budding brand. Fashion and accessories have become an important category for Rose St. who promise a pleasurable shopping experience underpinned by what they like to call: “old fashioned customer service”. Rose St. Trading Co can also be found in Double Bay. 

We're not short on Italian restaurants in Sydney but this one is worth adding to that never-ending list of yours. Margherita & Co are joining the World Square crew, bringing all of the carbs to the CBD.

The upstairs space at The London in Paddington has featured everything from a Chur Burger pop-up to a wine bar. East London is a new Sichuan-style eatery that does Chinese food in a modern way. Executive chef, Jack Steer (ex Press Club, Spice Temple, Chin Chin, China Doll and Rockpool Bar & Grill, whew!) heads up the kitchen and has created Chinese comfort food that's been designed to share. Dishes include drowned fish with dried chilli, shallot, bean sprout and chicken broth, grilled lamb neck with tofu skin, bean sprouts and chilli oil and crispy Sichuan duck with pickled cucumber salad and five spice.

Working purely with companies and brands that love the environment as much as they do, You, The Earth & Me brings handmade, sustainable products for the soul, the body and the home to Newtown.

Brow Confidence is a Sydney beauty studio dedicated to helping women transform their look and improve their confidence with brow shaping. Also offering an e-book and brow masterclass, you can learn from Lien Davies (brow expert with over ten years of experience) how to achieve your desired brow style and shape from home. 

Sports lovers unite! Sydney's first members-only sports bar has opened in the CBD and it's everything you could have ever dreamed of.

Masters of brow sculpting, styling and tinting in Sydney, Benefit Brow Bar is the place to go to tame or enhance those eyebrow hairs. With their brow experts trained to perfect your brows through the use of modern techniques, you can be sure to leave feeling like a better version of yourself with brows that really wow. 

The Riverview Hotel is a pub that cares about their locals. Downstairs they offer good quality pub grub, or more refined offerings you can head up to the dining room upstairs. Their menu is seasonal and changes accordingly, but you can expect dishes such as 12-hour slow braised lamb shoulder with kipfler potatoes, pumpkin and seasonal vegetables to share or a beef and Guinness pie with colcannon and roasted Dutch carrots.

If you know (and care) about your brow game, you have probably heard of Amy Jean Eye Couture—one of Sydney’s best eyebrow specialists. Also known as the brow whisperer, Amy Jean has perfected the brows of Naomi Campbell, Danni Minogue, Delta Goodrem and Jessica Marais.

Nestled in the heart of Rosebery’s industrial district, Archie Rose Distilling Co. opens its doors to those keen on learning the craft of spirit making first hand. When the tour is over, the bar is situated only metres from the distilling factory where you can sample, sip and savour the spirits crafted on site, including their very own signature Dry Gin.

They've done it again – the people behind Bourke Street Bakery are pretty much royalty in the Inner West and they're extending their empire as far as they can reach. The Banksmeadow store is pretty amazing though because they've created an environment that aims to create as little waste as possible. But here's the thing – they haven't just said they're going to do it (like all of our New Year's resolutions that were out the door by the 7th of January), they've actually done it!

Fratelli Fresh is a household name when it comes to fresh produce and Italian fine foods, and it’s developed quite the cult following. So, it's no surprise their Walsh Bay venue is hailed as the go-to destination for a deliciously bona fide Italian experience in Sydney. 

The only problem with Kreta Ayer in Kingsford, is choosing what to eat! First world problems, right? A Singaporean hot spot in the streets of Sydney, Kreta Ayer offers 217 options to choose from and they are all delicious (or so we hear. We haven’t quite got through all of them yet!) There are 25 desserts on offer; from lychee parfait, to banana fritters and mango pudding—all of which we happen to think are a great way to wash down some salted egg prawns, five spice rolls or chicken stir fry. So, who’s hungry? Cause there’s a whole lot of deliciousness to get through.

We’ve definitely stumbled across a weiner here (excuse the bad pun). Dogma is the gourmet hot dog joint in Cronulla that locals are seriously obsessed with (and so are we).

There’s nothing better than a café that serves all day breakfast and Chatswood’s 5 Loaves 2 Fish Café has exceeded our expectations by serving all day lunch on the daily #winning. The menu is pretty damn massive but it’s tough to go past the ricotta buttermilk hotcakes, fluffy hotcakes with maple mascarpone, for obvious reasons. Hot tip: check out the cake cabinet, because trust us, you’ll want to take one of everything home with you. Hey, no judgement. 

Makanai Ramen Noodle House is a restaurant that makes every single soup and sauce from scratch, daily. A welcome addition to the Chatswood food scene, this noodle house is the Hawker Lane spot where you can choose one of five bases for your ramen, before adding in all of the extras that your little heart desires. For chilli lovers, the Super Volcano ramen has three chilies next to its name, and if you know anything about spice, you’ll know that three is not something for the light hearted. 

Buttercream Bakery have progressed quickly from small cupcake orders to some of the most divine wedding and birthday cakes we’ve ever seen. If you’re looking for your traditional white cake with white flowers this is not the Sydney bakery for you.  Buttercream’s cakes are colourful, hand painted, and can be considered delicious works of art.

When you're hangry AF but you don't know what you want to eat, there's no better option than sushi. That's why you need to know about Kansai Japanese Restaurant now.

One of Sydney’s OG small bars, Pocket Bar is still going strong nearly a decade later. With creative cocktails on the menu plus a whole host of local and international wine, if you’re looking for a cheeky evening drink in Darlinghurst, this should be in your radar.

This is streetwear by the people, for the people. The People Vs. are creating high quality, vintaged-inspired, fashion fundamentals that are sure to fill your wardrobe and drain your bank account (in the best way possible). It started out in a small street-market in Bali where they built up their knowledge and experimented with silhouettes, dyeing, and printing and have expanded to working exclusively with General Pants Co. to create their signature detail and design. 

After massive success in the Gold Coast, Brooklyn Depot Burgers & Brew have headed down to Sydney, setting up shop in Surry Hills. The menu is extensive, inspired by Old Brooklyn and offers 13 different burgers in addition to sides, share plates, American fried faves and shakes and desserts.  

Hand-dipped glazed doughnuts are always on the menu at Doughnut Time World Square and just like their (many) other locations, they're serving up doughnuts daily. The selection changes regularly, but if the opportunity presents itself, we recommend that you grab yourself a Vegan Fox (vegan dark chocolate glaze with pistachios and freeze-dried strawberries) or the Ya Bacon Me Crazy (maple glaze with candied bacon), depending on which end of the spectrum you sit.

The banh mi war in Sydney has been on for a little while now and there's now a new contender – Destination Roll in Mascot. Warm, freshly baked rolls and ingredients that will make you salivate the moment you step inside – they're sure to satisfy those belly rumbles. Their rolls are very wallet friendly meaning you can get your fix on the reg and with fillings like classic pork, meatball and steak, you'll want to. Their catchphrase is 'worth it', and we'd have to agree.

It’s Monday morning and you’ve promised yourself only one glass of wine while you binge watch Married At First Sight. But the dinner party on last night’s episode proved all too much. Hence, that one glass turned to four, and the flashbacks of shouting at the television whilst clenching on the edge of the couch is as memorable as what we’re about to share with you (#noregrets). We know you’re probably craving a greasy burger—just something to ease the pain, but The Naughty Chef, which offers an authentic range of Vietnamese cuisine, is the go-to. Yep, we’re Pho-real. 

Sydney institution Bourke Street Bakery has branched out west with its Parramatta store. As usual, the Parramatta bakery will be serving up some of the best pastries, loaves and cakes in Sydney. We can never pass up a white chocolate, passionfruit and meringue tart but Bourke Street Bakery are also bringing the (baked) goods to savoury lovers with their range of sausage rolls, sandwiches and pies. Parramatta, you should be flocking down to Church Street for some Bourke Street love.

Ahhh brekky, we’d order one of everything from your menu if we could, but even we just couldn’t possibly fit it all in—until now. Platform 82, in Concord West, has taken the most important meal of the day to the next level with their range of breakfast platters. It’s literally the perfect solution for any indecisive brunch lover.

Coffee continues to prove its place in the PM thanks to Garçon Coffee Bar at Tramsheds in Harold Park.

The beloved masterminds behind DAILY Blooms Melbourne have moved up the coast to us lucky folk in Sydney! Known for snagging the most exclusive flowers, straight from the farmer to your arrangement, DAILY Blooms are all about locally sourcing the freshest produce on the market. That way your flowers not only last longer, but they smell like a bouquet should…fresh to death. None of this importing mumbo jumbo, where flowers travel longer to get to you than they stay alive – just the purest flowers straight from the source.

Located in the Macquarie Centre in North Ryde, this burger joint in Sydney has seating for 120 hungry guests - that’s a whoooole lot of burgers. The menu will feature 13 different burgers, fries, ice cream, real shakes and thick shakes, house sodas and a small, hand-selected list of wines and beers (whew!). And, if you're familiar with the other two Burger Project venues, you know that these are going to be some of Sydney's best burgers.

Specialising in all the deliciousness that is grill, wok and wine, The Ternary, located inside the Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour, plates up some seriously good food seven days a week. 

In what probably has the best views of any beauty salon in Sydney (on the 19th floor overlooking the harbour), Dr William Mooney’s Face Plus Medispa specialises in looking after your face and skin, holistically. Here it’s not just about what they put on your face during your visit—it’s about assessing your diet, lifestyle and external factors to find a treatment that's right for you.

Harvest Bar is a small tapas bar that is connected to Majestic Gourmet Grocers, Petersham’s European-inspired foodie destination. This space was once a theatre, then converted to a rollerskating rink, and then, in 2014, was created into the Majestic Gourmet Grocers, including Mercado Europa, the fresh produce market and Majestic Harvest Restaurant. 

This gin bar in Redfern, Moya’s Juniper Lounge, features an old world gin influenced cocktail list with lesser known classics like the Charlie Chaplin (bitter truth sloe gin, apricot brandy and lime juice) and the Florodora (Plymouth gin, lime juice, framboise, ginger ale top).

One of Sydney's best Italian restaurants, Pasta Emilia serves up fresh, hand made pasta that's mostly organic. More than just a delicious restaurant, these guys sell at local markets, host cooking classes and offer items you can take home (and cook up a storm). There's a strong focus on sustainability here and they truly support local suppliers, farmers and artisans through the ingredients they use.

Brunch can turn to lunch can turn to dinner at this gorgeous restaurant in Sydney’s east. Open for breakfast, brunch and lunch seven days a week and bringing the dinner and wine bar vibes Wednesday through to Saturday, the team at Bellagio are all about giving diners the very best when it comes to artisan and handcrafted items, combining interesting flavours with the freshest produce that will have you wanting to try all of the things. Almost everything on the menu the team smoke, pickle and bake themselves, from smoked meats to their butter and even their bread, all topped off with herbs grown in their own front-of-house garden.

This classic Surry Hills pub has had a facelift, and boy does it look good. Headed up by Maurice Terzini (Icebergs and Da Orazio) and his team, the space is modern and bright, providing three different spaces for guests: a Dining Room, a Wine Room and a Public Bar with an open-air terrace.

The Rocks' Ananas brings its exciting French menu to Circular Quay with Café Ananas. Just a short walk from the Opera House and with views of the Harbour Bridge, Café Ananas offers an exciting drinks menu, exceptional wine offerings and extensive cocktail list alongside its French Riviera inspired menu. 

Origami is Japanese restaurant in Sydney with affordable comfort food as the main (and delicious) event. Walking into Origami is like a warm embrace that's made even more warm by the lovely owner who sometimes dons a kimono at night.

Montreal style bagels are coming to Woolloomooloo and guys, they’re the real deal. Mark Treviranus and Dave Young, who already know a thing or two about coffee, scoured bagel shops across North America and Canada before bringing their baked bagel goodness to our fair city. 

Hola Sydney! An authentic Tex-Mex restaurant is coming to the Argyle precinct and it is opening its doors on Wednesday 25 May. It's the latest venture by The Urban Purveyor Group (think Fratelli Fresh, The Argyle and Sake) and promises to embrace the rough and ready Rock-n-Roll vibes and authentic Tex-Mex flavours. Think muscle cars and motorbikes, neon signs and an equally bold menu to match.

Bringing some authentic Greek flavour to the heart of Surry Hills is The Reservoir. This café is open for breakfast, lunch and now dinner! Serving up some traditional Greek street food in a fancy setting, the menu options are endless. If you’re a fan of Greek food (I mean who isn’t?) you need to check this place out! 

This little café in Alexandria is only using all natural ingredients that are clean, simple and fresh, delivering an incredible taste. The Pommery Café is all about bringing good food to its customers that is sourced in a sustainable and responsible way. Such a lovely thing to hear, isn’t it? 

Mike McEarney, most famous for his Rosebery favourite, Kitchen by Mike, has opened his restaurant in the CBD. Securing a prime spot in The Wintergarden complex on O’Connell Street, his new venture, No.1 Bent Street takes the sustainable food philosophy he is famous for and has applied it to a more formal dining concept.

Think the mother stock pot of all stock pots at Mao Cai in Chatswood, well known for its punchy Sichuan spicy soup. Eat-your-heart-out traditional, the team at Mao Cai skewer pretty much everything they can get their hands on and then sichuan the hell out of it. The menu has been translated into English, but that’s about all that’s changed since this authentic Sichuan gem landed in Chatswood.  

These guys are mastering the brunch experience with a type of food banquet your Instagram feed needs right now. This open-air cafe is perfectly designed to relax, catch up with friends and do what we do best, eat the house down.

It might be the name that gets you to The Smoking Goat, but it’ll be the slow roasted lamb shoulder with lemon Greek yoghurt and lazanki noodles at this Greek restaurant in Sydney that’ll have you coming back again next weekend.