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Gelato Franco is the brainchild of Franco Riservato, the genius who made gelato at Leichhardt's Bar Italia for two decades… so he knows what’s up in the gelato world. This old school gelateria on Marrickville Road sells a tiramisu gelato that is an absolute life-changer (seriously). Tinged with coffee and topped with big hunks of chocolate sponge soaked in Sicilian Marsala wine (and then more coffee!), this is just a small scoop of the rich, smooth and creamy gelato on offer. The best bit? Franco makes each new flavour from scratch. Oh, and the serving sizes are something to be admired.

With four successful stores across Sydney, Kurtosh has brought Hungary to life in the streets of Surry Hills. Appropriately named after the popular Hungarian chimney cake, Kurtosh will steal your heart as you watch the cakes rolled, cooked and sprinkled with cinnamon-sugar while you wait.

Omeio artisanal delicatessen recently opened its doors to the people of Paddington with a promise to provide top quality food that’s ethically and honestly sourced and sold (so it gets a big tick from us). The menu is based on whatever is in season, so while it changes daily, it never disappoints. The home-made, Greek-inspired meals (think moussake and spanakopita) taste so good that your yaiyai could have made them. Sourcing from local suppliers, Omeio combines the delicious flavours of Europe with the best produce Australia has on offer—a match we happen to think is made in heaven.

Let's not beat around the (weed) bush. D'Munchies is a stoner cafe. Yes, that's right. A cafe for stoners or stoner-food enthusiasts.

The Pyrmont Bridge Hotel is just like your local pub, but with way better views over the city. Set in the middle of Pyrmont, the drinks flow all day long (it’s literally open 24/7), so it’s the perfect place to pre game before a night out, or to settle in for Friday drinks. Their happy hour runs from 5pm–6pm and you should probably grab one of their delicious share plates while you’re there. Order the PHB grazing board for a trio of dips with flat bread and some crispy chick wings, or if you’re working on that summer body, then go for their pumpkin, rocket, and haloumi salad doused in a tangy pomegranate dressing.

Feminine florals, dreamy whites and playful jumpsuits are king at Alice McCALL. And with some of the most flattering silhouettes in the business, we can feel our credit cards pulling us towards their Paddington boutique already. Their signature fresh white interior and minimalist décor allows the luxury clothes to speak for themselves.

These guys have collected a heap of awards, giving them the reputation of Australia’s best seafood restaurant. Their philosophy is simple, they serve the freshest fish, exactly the way you like it prepared, which sounds like a pretty good deal to us. The blackboard at Garfish is constantly changing, featuring only the freshest market fish sourced that morning.

Tucked in Crows Nest, Bo Thai has all your Thai favourites, be it the pad Thai or the coconut milky goodness that is massaman curry. But if you’re after something a littleeeeee bit different, this place is sure to hit the spot. Firstly, Bo Thai doesn’t look like your ordinary Thai restaurant—there’s no dark walls or seriously dimmed lighting, so you can actually see the interior, the person sitting across from you and what you’re eating (small details).

Scandinavian style interiors have well and truly made their way into Australian homes over the past decade. Moving towards clean and fresh no-fuss furniture that balances just on the right side of stark, Australians will love the Scandinavian furniture emporium Fred International have opened their fresh showroom in Rosebery. The series of large-scale dioramas will help you re-imagine your personal living space, complete with furniture, fireplace and homely feel.

Continuing their takeover of Sydney and firmly staking their claim as Sydney’s original Artisan Sourdough Bakery, Sonoma’s Rose Bay outpost is open for business.

From the comfort of Eastwood, you’ll take your taste buds on an exotic adventure to Korea the moment you step into Jonga Jip. Serving up a range of classic rice, noodle and BBQ dishes one thing’s for sure, you won’t be leaving hungry. If you fancy a bit of DIY cooking, Jonga Jip is your default. You can cook at your table like the chef you’ve always wanted to be, on a sizzling table stove, and choose from a huge selection of BBQ meats that have been marinated for hours. 

Sydney’s charcoal chicken game is strong and "Silvos" in Petersham is up there with the best.

This is where bagel lovers come for all of the choice. Who doesn't like a little (or a lot) of choice when it comes to cream cheese and spreads? Exactly. You'll find 18, yes you read that right, types of infused cream cheeses, along with 9 different kinds of bagels (like we said, these guys are all about choice) and 8 different sandwich fillings.

Bacco is essentially a delicious food baby birthed from some of our favourite Sydney restaurants. The man that brought the damn deliciousness that is Vini, 121BC and Ester to our fair city is about to wow your buds yet again with Bacco. This new foodie mecca will serve up Italian fare (we're hungry already) with a focus on sharesies (is there really any other way to eat?).

Well known to our Victorian friends, Dukes, the popular Melbourne coffee roasters have made the shift to Sydney, fiiiiiiiinally opening up at Barangaroo. If there was ever an award for environmentally considerate superstars, these guys should win it. They use ethical methods of sourcing the beans and can trace their coffee directly back to the plants. They also regularly donate 1% of the company’s sales to charities like the Belgian reforestation group, WeForest. 

Inspired by the eclectic energy of Greenwich Village in the 1960s, Black Toast is a cafe located in one of Annandale’s converted 19th Century furniture factories. Complete with exposed beams, bricks and rustic wood furniture, this is where you need to head for a wholesome breakfast in the Inner West.

With more than 100 interconnected trampolines that’ll literally have you bouncing off the walls, Sky Zone is officially the largest trampoline park to grace our Southern Hemisphere. Located in Miranda Westfield, the two storey, state-of-the-art fun park even has an intense Enduro Ninja Warrior course that combines the best of parkour, rock climbing and ropes courses. If the sweat-sesh doesn’t give you insta-abs, then the constant belly laughs sure will.

With bunz we're sure the Kardashians would approve of, this inventive and crazy burger joint is home to unapologetically hearty creations. An eyeful just as much as a mouthful, come on down for the likes of their double schnitty or beef burger packed with patty, bacon, gerkins galore, dollops upon dollops of sause, cheese and even some sneaky onion rings.

Woody and atmospheric, Calabur Cafe and Diner is the ultimate spot to mix friends and tasty food. Family-inspired, and drawn from a range of cultures, be sure to fill your Instagram with their beautiful morning creations including their spicy eggs on sourdough with asparagus and cherry tomatoes, veggie bowl packed with 63 degree onsen eggs, spicy tomato relish and their oh-so-signature green smoothe bowl with strawberries, blueberries, banana, kiwi, passionfruit, shaved coconut and chia atop a kale and spinach blend.

Hidden inside a classical Victorian warehouse from 1887, CBD cafe and eatery Vicolo is home to the impressive grounds of a restored floor space and feels of a coffee hub buried somewhere in southern Italy. With beautiful brickwork, comes beautiful food and the Arienzale brothers, like us, love all things coffee and food, so you know you’re in safe hands.

If your love life with Japanese cuisine needs a bit of a spruce up, pay a visit to Sushi With A Twist. The newest addition to roll into the Woollahra food precinct offers up quick and convenient plates of the freshest produce and all your favourites... With a little bit of a twist.

Hunter Gatherer is a brand new bar and eatery with a focus on sustainable ingredients and ethical produce. Setting up shop on the rooftop of Greenwood Plaza, Hunter Gatherer is by the same team as The Corner House and Panama House and with Michelin trained head chef Paul “Mick” Micklewright in the kitchen, the menu will be on constant rotation. 

Giving someone flowers used to be all about a selection of bright gerberas or oddly-placed baby’s breath, but thankfully a new wave of Sydney florists have popped up to save our lives. Namely MyFlowerMan, headed up by Kieran Birchall. 

Village on Cloey is the new kid on the block and offers a Portuguese twist to the classic Eastern Beaches-style dishes that so regularly feature on our Instagram feeds. Hipster cafes are a dime a dozen in the Eastern Suburbs; but the Village’s rustic charm, dynamic menu and top-notch coffee makes it a stand out. The Reuben sandwich (our personal fave) is a gluttonous, cheesy dream while the quinoa and egg bowl is the perfect combination of healthy goodness and flavour for all you #fitspos out there.

With a keen eye for detail and the ability to turn any space into a wedding scene straight out of our favourite sappy rom-com, Susan Avery Flowers and Events are your ideal choice for your next function, event, corporate event, or wedding.

Need some guidance when it comes to your fitness? C'mon let's be honest, it couldn't hurt. FIT Nutrition Fix in Bondi Junction offers just this with their unique take on the traditional wellness store. These guys have a smoothie bar, listening stations with curated tunes to help get you in that fitness mood and the all important photobooth.

You’ll short-change yourself if you don’t take a visit into the origami-plastered walls of Cafe Bondi, sitting right on the sands of Bondi Beach. Start your morning inside this little treat of a cafe with a health bowl (because we’re all about that health) of house-made granola, seasonal berries, selected nuts, dried mango slices, fig and honey yoghurt.

Sydney, you are no longer starved of an authentic Mexican feed. Grab your sombreros and feast your eyes on award winning tacos, stuffed with rice, beans, guac, sour cream pico and coriander with hints of lime - an absolute fiesta of flavours for your tastebuds. Born from the streets of Guadalajara, the chillies, spices and loaded plates from Dos Senoritas will guarantee no amigo will go hungry.

Northies is blessing us with panoramic beach views combined with a carefree seaside ambience and we’re loving it. If you’re looking for a summer holiday feel with great food and a seriously luxe interior, you’re going to love this place.

Sitting in the middle of Martin Place, Hills Bros is not your average CBD café, embracing flavours from Latin America and Asia—with a healthier approach. The café is by the same guys as Reuben Hills, so you know it’s going to be good. The venue is open and communal, based in the foyer of an office building and the benches, concrete walls and contemporary furnishing give it an industrial vibe.

Hidden in the backstreets of Alexandria, Pinos Vino e Cucina delivers on all things Italian; pasta, cheese, cold cuts and wine. The fresh food and impressive cocktail list deliver a classically Italian dinner that is hard to beat. Case in point is the espresso martini and negroni (can you really go wrong?).

If there's one thing we love it is a good bit of fusion, and the latest addition to the Kensington Street crew, Bar Chinois definitely delivers. This French-Asian inspired bar and eatery is oozing in chic, decadent decor and has meals to match. At lunch, treat those buds to sticky pork belly baguette or Croque Monsieur and at dinner Tokyo Crepes and a teapot cocktail. By far, our favourite thing is that the champagne starts flowing from midday, every single day.

Internationally acclaimed chef, Frederic Colin is bringing all the French flare of his Singapore institution to Sydney with Bistrot Gavroche. Calling Chippendale home, the French bistro will form part of one of Kensington Street’s oldest warehouses, The Old Rum Store, which is set to become a new culinary haven in Sydney.

The revolutionist of natural-food is about to add another feather in its cap, About Life has opened its sixth venue in Sydney and will open this bad boy in Lane Cove at the end of March. From your staple groceries to superfoods, this iconic whole food store will be your one-stop shop for ethical, sustainable goodies, rain, kale or shine. 

The Natural Butcher is going back to quality basics with their new store in Bondi Junction.

Add this one to your cheat day list because BL Burgers has officially opened in Sydney-town. These buns are the creation of the team behind Bar Luca and are sure to hit that late-night sweet spot.

Pho-get slurping anywhere else to get your noodle fix. This Vietnamese restaurant in Sydney houses delicious and authentic dishes for lunch and dinner. Decked out with polished floors, exposed brick-walls and suspended basket lanterns, the Nguyen Brothers themselves have created the ultimate space for sophisticated dining with a laid-back atmosphere.

In the heart of Darlinghurst lies The Makery - an initiative set up by Work-Shop to promote local artists and designers and provide them with an affordable yet stylish space where they can exhibit and sell their work. This enterprise allows vendors skip the hassle of setting up their own shop so they can use the space for a small fee. The idea behind The Makery is to reinstate thought and love into a world where mass production is dominating and to give the public an opportunity to connect with local designers at a grass roots level. 

Introducing Morris, the totes adorbs younger brother of Scout’s Honour in Redfern. 

Città is a home wares store tucked away in the leafy part of Surry Hills. Their ethos revolves around creating design staples and seasonal collections for your home, which translates into timeless, one-of-a-kind-pieces that can stand the test of time. Their products are designed in New Zealand and aren’t limited to beautiful furniture, throws and kitchenware (although they do have those), but they also stock clothing and accessories for all ages and genders. 

The Grand National Hotel has perfected the balance between hearty, wholesome pub food and tasty, fresh flavour combinations. The menu is varied, with classic pub feeds like the pie of the day and schnitty with slaw catering to the pub grub lovers and Thai beef salad and crispy skinned salmon doing it for the more progressive folk.

In Sydney’s CBD, Umi Kaiten-Zushi is delivering the goods everyday of the week. No matter what mood you’re in, Umi’s extensive menu of delicious sushi options will be sure to tickle your fancy. If you’re a sashimi or hand roll kind of person, there are plenty there to devour too.  

When it's the CBD, its always that bit more fancier, right? Sosumi Sushi Train is taking a different direction from your typical sushi train, offering deliciously fresh sushi in the heart of Sydney's CBD. 

Formerly the Duke of Gloucester Hotel, The Dog Hotel (no, not a hotel for dogs) is a craft beer haven by the same guys as Keg & Brew and Dove & Olive. Just like the modern gastro pub décor, the food menu is a similar story.

Envy Deli Café boasts an impressively long menu, with some classic all-day breaky options, extravagant salads and burgers, and their famous baked goods ranging from cakes to frittatas.  They offer catering, and are known for their excellent service and delicious coffee in their courtyard café.  

If you're a sports fan and love a good cold beer than we’ve found the right place for you. HarleQuin Inn aka ‘The Harley’ in Pyrmont, is claimed to be “Australia’s finest rugby pub”. A favourite amongst the locals who get around it on a Friday arvo to quench their thirst, after a hard day’s work. 

Like it tighter or looser?, find your best fit at Nudie Jeans. Located on William Street, Paddington, Nudie Jeans will help all men overcome the hassle of shopping for jeans. 

Hong Kong Diner is a Cantonese Street Food restaurant nestled in Spice Alley. This is comfort food at its best, with a variety of dim sums and spring rolls, BBQ pork buns, wonton soup and homemade noodles that are calling our name and yours too (you may just not know it yet). Their most popular dish is the  prawn dumplings – and it’s easy to see why.  The soft pastry filled with fresh, perfectly cooked prawns is definitely unforgettable, and they’ve got us coming back for more.

Dubbed as a sanctuary for the foodies of Sydney, Boost St Bistro aims to capture the freshest and finest Australian produce and combine that with their passion for delicious food to create, well, delicious food. For dinner, start with a round of oysters (there are many options here alone), then move onto a meat board, piled with Berkshire pork 'Cantinpola' salami, Blackmore bresaola & Montesano 'Gran Reserva' serrano, before topping it off with the baked pumpkin gnocchi with Persian feta, asparagus and vine cherry tomatoes.

If a glass or two of good vino and sharesies with mates get you excited then Mistelle is most likely your place. Featuring a menu that focuses on Mediterranean flavoured share plates and a wine list which boasts select drops from across the globe, Mistelle is the seriously good looking kid on the Double Bay block.

Some people go to tennis clubs to get active, we go for the food. Casa Do Benfica at Marrickville Tennis Club is the perfect spot for our favourite kind of activity—eating! Hidden behind the club (and easily mistaken for an old RSL), this modest restaurant is one of Sydney’s best kept secrets and offers some of the best Portuguese in town. Portions are massive and the menu is packed with options, so gather the troops and head down for some grilled seafood, beef skewers and our personal favourite, molotof. A distant relative of our very own pavlova, the molotof is a soft meringue sandwiched with lemony custard.

You originally loved these guys because they named themselves ‘Cake’, and because they sell awesome wine, and you’re going to love them a trillion times more now that they’ve opened up a permanent cellar door in Redfern.

Bondi Yoga House is a retreat set in the heart of Bondi Beach offering yoga and training packages for all fitness levels. Not just for out-of-towners, BYH is the ideal place to escape for the weekend for an intensive life refresh and their two or five day getaways are designed to fit in with your schedule. 

Be transported to old town Poland at Na Zdrowie, where the pierogi is your new best friend and the desserts come by the glass. In a cosy corner of Glebe, you'll find everything you're looking for in an authentic Polish dish. The hype? It’s all in the pierogi and if you haven't yet heard of these fluffy pillows of goodness, well your life is about to get a whole lot better, my friend. The dumplings are stuffed with savoury fillings like mushroom and sauerkraut to white cheese, potato and fried onion—heaven, is that you?

Hugh John Manors in Engadine is a café run by a husband and wife team that are serious #relationshipgoals. Located next to their own Drumroll Coffee Roasting facilities and One Off Studio, a space for creative with writing and ceramics workshops. The three storefronts are housed in an original ‘60s corner shop, making it warm and inviting with high ceilings and comfortable layouts. 

For a quirky and bustling atmosphere, Low and Loftys is showing all other bars what a seriously good time looks like. For starters, the food here is a sure winner, drawing influence from the low, slow cooking of Texas combined with the exotic flavours and drinks of the Caribbean.

The Blind Bear is the speakeasy joint you have to visit in your lifetime. Antique armchairs, a checked floor, copper-pipe beer taps, yep that’s right, here’s a time warp taking you straight to the 1920s.

The guys at Modus Operandi spent 6 months in the US travelling around in a caravan; brewing, talking, brewing, and drinking all the beer possible (sounds pretty sweet to us). Their modus operandi is 'beer first, no shortcuts' (see what we did there?) and they fittingly,offer a huge selection of beers, brewed especially for the Aussie palette including the ‘Silent Night Porter’, which features aromas of rich chocolate and roast.

If you haven’t yet ventured to this Petersham patisserie, do your tastebuds a favour and get yourself there STAT.

Enmore is getting a tiki bar thanks to some of the very best, none other than the cool cats behind Earl's Juke Joint. Whether your Twin Peaks obsessed (who isn't) or just seriously lover your cocktails (they've got us again), this new bar in Sydney's inner west will be one to add to your bucket list.