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Animal lover? Of course you are. Fond of specialty dessert? I don’t know anyone who isn’t. Well Doux Amour is the place for you. With animal themed cookies, happy snappers are sure to be obsessed with these cute delectable treats. Residing in Rosbery these unique desserts are so sort after that being totally sold out before the days end is not an unfamiliar experience. This coffee and cookie combination makes it the perfect place to meet with friends and marvel at the success of your next food themed Instagram. Indulge with the irresistible Rosie pig and the unforgettable Macho turtle as you attempt to make your way through as many animal cookies as your stomach allows.   

Your weekday lunches just got a little bit more awesome. No. 10 Bistro is the latest delicious creation from Fresh Catering, bringing relaxed dining to the oh so fancy The Mint on Macquarie Street. Expect a contemporary menu showcasing fresh, local ingredients complemented with a stellar wine list and most importantly some seriously good cocktails.

Nestled in the Rydes Sydney Central Hotel, this little slice of Italy serves up all your Italian hopes and dreams, oh and a one meter pizza. Great for that large-scale mingle, this bar has heaps of share plates and set menus that not only taste mighty fine, but also mean that you can either just drink, drink and eat or drink and eat eat eat eat. A fully stocked hotel bar (i.e. they have anything and everything), means you won’t even need to worry about going home – there’s a bed just upstairs!

Ex-Hotel Palisade chef Nahid Hossain, has opened up the latest Chatswood offering: a Latin American joint ft. chorizo by the tonne, and everything covered in cheese. Don’t let the intentional mis-spelled name put you off, there 

Every neighbourhood needs a local Italian Trattoria, which is why we are moving to Chippendale ASAP to get around Ottimo Centrol. This local has landed straight off the plane from Nonna’s kitchen in Italy, with fresh buffalo mozzarella delivered every day, as well only the freshest of toppings donning the pizza base of champions. 

Fresh to the Lidcombe scene is The Smelly Cheesecake, and if the name doesn’t hint at it enough, they have a serious focus on all things cheese. 

Ironwood Coffee Company brings their passion for coffee and good food to Woolwich. This bustling family run cafe plates up quality eats that combine seasonable produce with a Greek twist seven days a week. 

Flower Child cafe, inspired by the Grounds of Alexandria, is an exciting and unexpected find, located in Chatswood shopping centre. The cafe showcases a beautiful indoor garden and open-plan kitchen, creating a clean, ‘outdoorsy’ and natural atmosphere. They serve up a great range of delicious (and totally instagrammable) food.

Girdlers Cafe on Dee Why beach is a must-try for coffee lovers and health food fanatics. It is the epitome of Australian cafe culture with its relaxed atmosphere, friendly wait staff and its close proximity to the beach.

Sonder is a new Modern Australian cafe/restaurant in the heart of Paddington, serving up a great selection of breakfast, lunch and dinner meals. It has something for everyone, from smashed avo on toast and acai smoothies to bacon and egg rolls and wagyu beef burgers. It’s a great place for a cheeky weeknight cocktail or Sunday brunch spot with the girls.

Blackwood Pantry is the food baby of three mates from the Shire, inspired by some of the world’s best kitchens. Featuring our three favourite words, All Day Menu, Chef Rob Lechowicz plates up quality produce for a range of tastes. Special shout-outs to the Turkish Poached Eggs with sourdough, yoghurt, paprika and mushrooms as well as the Miss Piggy, with crisp pork belly, roasted peaches, goats cheese, chimichurri and toasted ciabatta.

Tomi Bjorck has partnered with Samuel Cole for their newest restaurant Blanca, which will be opening on Hall Street in Bondi early 2017. Tomi’s resume reads like the who’s who of Sydney dining, with Quay, Longrain and even MasterChef—not strictly Sydney, but you get what we mean—all on the list. Hailing from Finland, Tomi will be joining faves like Da Orazio Pizza + Porcherra, Gelato Messina and A Tavola in The Hub, and it’ll feature more than his regular Nordic-style dishes.

Stanbuli is another great addition to the bustling Enmore Road precint. Cooking up a storm in a former 1950s hair salon the team who brought you Porteno are behind this latest Turkish eatery, offering up their take on traditional Turkish meze.

The Native team is one of a kind in the Sydney suburb of Manly. Not only do they plate up seasonal food from local farmers and environmentally friendly products, their entire menu is a gift from the health-conscious Gods (read: they have super delicious healthy food). Plus, everybody loves it.

Another craft brewery is exactly what Sydney needs and thanks to Sir Chapel at Tramsheds, it’s been sorted just in time for Summer.

Boxing Works at Tramsheds makes fitness (almost) fun, with a variety of unconventional classes, from kickboxing to Olympic freestyle wrestling, designed to suit everyone.

Led by award-winning chef Joshua Davidson, Q dining has all bases covered with a menu covering all of the important daily meals; breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert. With floor to ceiling windows, unassuming metal frames and a chic minimalist décor, Q dining makes the most of their idyllic views over Sydney Harbour. 

There is nothing quite like a pyramid of baklava waiting for your arrival, and the team at Sabbagh Patisserie and Greenacre know this well. Think all things Lebanese sweets, with crispy pastries, tons of rosewater syrup, and of course, the optimal nut to pastry ratio. It’s the little things that count at Sabbagh Patisserie. 

One Hot Yoga and Pilates is turning up the heat and finally bringing the world’s first, 37 degree core body temperature Slow Hot Flow yoga, to Sydney. 

If freshly baked chocolate chip cookies don’t draw you to Little Evie’s in Redfern, the cheap, great tasting coffee will. With jugs of house made rose, hibiscus and orange peel soda, milkshakes and cold pressed juices, this brand new café has an all day breakfast menu (phew!), as well a range of burgers and sandwiches.

Stacks Taverna combines the greatest things in life...  flavoursome food, delicious cocktails and awesome live entertainment. It’s the whole package really. Located in the heart of Darling Harbour, here’s a place boasting more than your average “food and wine” affair.

A Newtown institution, Coopers Hotel is a standout on King Street boasting an impressive craft beer, wine and cocktail selection. It’s casual by dress-code standards (so it’s already got the fist-pump of approval) and complete with an upstairs beer deck and stunning rooftop courtyard.

If you ever want to #treatyoself then hitting up Dee Why Hotel is exactly where you go. The feeds here are testimony to the northern beaches lifestyle, think easy and delicious eats and over 100 beers and 43 ciders on tap.

Potts Point now lays claim to Sydney's newest takeaway pasta bar, Ape. This cosy spot is the new offshoot of Puntino Trattoria, which has been providing Sydneysiders with authentic and utterly delicious Italian for more than sixteen years. Offering pasta and pizza a-plenty, Ape is an Italian dream, and the dessert list is just that… dreamy! Featuring all our favourite classics (we’re talking tiramisu, profiteroles and creamy panna cotta), get ready to #treatyoself. What Ape lacks in size, we're talking a one bench, 12 seater kind of deal, it makes up for with BYO, a drool worthy menu and of course, $9 lunch specials.

This authentic risotteria will have you coming back for more. Managed by twin brothers Marco and Paolo, this Balmain eatery serves up traditional italian cooking every night of the week. Must-trys include their Pumpkin and Spanner Crab Meat Risotto along with their handmade Tagliatelle and Ravioli pastas.

Whether you're looking for a gift, or a treat yo’self buy, Kerry Rocks should be first on your list of where to look. The hand crafted pieces in this store range from eye catching statement necklaces to delicate and simple rings and everything in between.

The oven is fired, the dough is rested and the cheese is waiting to be melted – La Coppola is a pizza restaurant in Redfern serving up damn tasty pizzas. They're putting a Sicilian twist on all your pizza faves and we're loving every bite.

Combining the best parts of Australian and Parisian culture, pop-up brasserie and bar French Henri is set to become one of Sydney’s newest must-visits for relaxed dining and all day drinking. Head Chef Peter Streckfess (formerly Catalina) has created a no-fuss French menu and the house specialty? Steak frites with herb butter sauce, croque monsieur, crudité, house made pâté, smoked salmon with horseradish crème and chicken paillard.

Who doesn’t love a lunch box? If you’re like us and often fail in the lunchtime organisation stakes My Little Panda Kitchen has you covered. On Wednesdays and Fridays you can have your lunch delivered by bike if you find yourself in the 'burbs of Glebe, Newtown, Camperdown, Forest Lodge, Ultimo, Pyrmont, University of Sydney, Darlington, Chippendale, Redfern, Surry Hills, Walsh Bay or Darling Harbour. These homemade plant-based lunch boxes, cakes and Indonesian street food come ready to enjoy complete with all the love of a packed lunched without the effort of actually having to pack it.

Never before has the Shire been more booming with delicious eateries, each more exciting than the next. Case in point is Henrys, a contemporary eatery that simply demands you come for a quick bite and then stay for the long haul.

A florist and a cafe in one? Is that not a perfect combination? Cuppa Flower is a Sydney cafe that brings together a few of our favourite things, actually—good coffee, delicious food and fresh flowers.

Umi Kaiten Zushi translates directly to 'conveyor belt sushi'... which is really a very apt name for a sushi train. Here, you're going to get everything you would expect from a sushi train and a little more.

At this Darlinghurst hidden gem you're in for simple Japanese food that won’t break the bank. The food here is super authentic and is one of those rare restaurants in Sydney where you can't choose a bad dish. We love splashing out on their daily specials (if you're lucky you'll see uni on the menu), the duck pancakes, sushi selection and miso eggplant. It's BYO wine, which is always a win, but you can also purchase a great range of sakes at the restaurant.

Nestled in the heart of Balmain, One6Eight is committed to bringing fine dining back to this Sydney suburb. Here you can expect impressive dishes that pair unlikely ingredients. Exhibit A is the seared duck breast with parsnip puree and aerated raspberry custard, which sounds just crazy enough to be delicious.

The man behind Paradise Road Diner has done it again with Paradise Road Kitchen. Set against the beachfront of Bondi, this restaurant in Sydney is the perfect place to pick up some lamb, pork or chicken from the rotisserie and some old-school home style dishes to take down to the sand or take home to enjoy. This is more than a chicken shop - this is paradise.

Turning their soda factory into a cocktail bar was a no-brainer for Michael Chiem and Thor Bergquist – the brains behind PS40, which is a small bar hidden behind King Street, on Skittle Lane. The menu features their four signature sodas all made in house – Wattle Cola, Blackstrap Ginger, Smoked Lemonade and Bush Tonic served straight up, or in one of ten cocktails. 

Hidden away in a quiet corner of the CBD, Blaq Piq is a Japanese/Nordic-inspired café serving matcha lattes and Five Senses coffee alongside their curated menu of breakfast and lunch offerings. Breakfast will see you ordering the hulk smash; scallop bene with sauteed spinach, two poached eggs and fresh truffle on a milk bun. For lunch, a cheesy beef rendang is the only thing that’ll do and for dessert, it has to be the matcha bruleé with marinated strawberries.

These guys are all about balance. The atmosphere in this Chatswood gem is fun, bright and fresh. Its large open plan dining area it’s perfect for group hangs, and their outdoor wooden bench style tables just the place to spend those balmy summer nights. We have our eye on the mabo tofu as well as the spicy chicken karaage. In cases like this is best to just get both. 

Sushi club? We’ll join! This Pyrmont restaurant boasts delectable sushi, bento boxes and noodles in a casual Japanese eatery setting with traditional décor and an outdoor seating area. So far these guys are ticking all of our boxes. They’ve got some seriously epic sushi and sashimi platters, and their ginger pork is absolutely mouthwatering. With an abundance of palate pleasing food, fun vibes and reasonable prices you’ll be a VIP member of this club in no time. 

North Sydney knows good Japanese, and Rengaya is no exception. This cosy eatery offers a DIY barbeque option specializing in Wagyu beef cuts and seafood, and they’re all damn delicious. With plenty of options on the menu you’re spoilt for choice at this Japanese restaurant. Eat in, takeaway or choose the buffet. Yep, they’ve officially stolen our hearts. We are absolute suckers for a good ole’ buffet. 

Life can be a busy dash with our schedules and minds racing to get it all done but, in order to assure a healthy and happy life, exercise and mindfulness goes a long way. The Livingroom, a yoga studio in Coogee, has tirelessly worked to provide a harmonious mix of yoga classes, retreats and community. 

Gin & It is the newest pop-up bar to grace Wulugul Walk in Barangaroo specialising in (you guessed it) gin. Set inside a shipping container, owners Mikey Enright and Petr Dvoracek (of The Barber Shop) have created a bar especially for gin lovers. The main event is the often-forgotten cocktail Gin & It, which is a sweeter take on a martini and with a 180-strong selection of gins behind the bar, we won’t blame you for ordering multiple cocktails (or getting overwhelmed by the extensive selection). 

It’s all about the community at Kabuki Shoroku. This family owned restaurant takes pride in their customer service, deliver some of the best in the business. The interior is adorned with classic Japanese décor, and the best part, they have booth seating— who doesn’t love a booth? Enjoy all things sushi, sashimi and grilled fish presented on traditional Japanese home wares. 

This modern Japanese Izakaya restaurant is located in the heart of Surry Hills. Feast on fresh sushi and sashimi, while kicking back in the airy, contemporary dining room and bar – if you’ve never tried sake, now’s your chance. If you’re not feeling all that fresh they have a specific ‘deep fried’ section on the menu, #legends. Whatever your mood these guys have you sorted. 

This is where you come for the ultimate in casual Japanese dining. Wooden chairs, cute tables and feature wall art make this restaurant the perfect spot for a quick midweek lunch, or a relaxed date night. ALWAYS start with a bowl of edamame and maybe some veggie gyozas. The bento boxes look pretty damn delish too. 

Yoga in Sydney can be an expensive hobby, but it doesn't always have to be. COMMUNE.Yoga is there to help those who really need the relaxation and de-stress that yoga provides, but cannot afford to fork out every week for a downward facing dog.

Lodge Tapas, located in Lane Cove, lives up to its name. This restaurant has a warm and fuzzy feeling about it, almost as if you’re in a ski lodge with your closest friends and family. Serving up typical tapas style dishes for dinner, as well as serving more delicious larger plates, this Sydney restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner so you can enjoy its greatness at any time of the day. 

The Brunch Lady has everything you need in order to be happy and healthy (kind of like a certain giraffe called Harold). Being a smoothie bar, breakfast bar AND salad bar, this is the perfect place to get a take-away brekkie or lunch (aka brunch) when you’re on the run. Natasha Pillion, owner of The Brunch Lady, opened up shop after realising that Sydney was in dire need of a healthy take-away shop. We know being healthy can be extremely costly, however The Brunch Lady makes this easier for us with nothing over $15. 

La Cantina's a la carte modern Australian menu has something for everyone with vegetarian and gluten-free options available. This fully licensed venue is the perfect spot to have a bite to eat for breakfast, brunch or lunch while you're in St Leonards. Located in the vibrant Air Apartments, the interiors are bright and beautiful, with hanging greenery and even has a small outdoor courtyard area ideal for enjoying some fresh air.

Emu’s first worldwide store has officially opened in George Street, Sydney. Complete with styles that will see you through every season, their kicks range from waterproof Australian made sheepskin to sandals and slippers, and are all designed with beauty, simplicity and comfort in mind so you're guaranteed to have happy feet.

The Lip Lab will bring out the 8-year-old-girl in everyone. Like some kind of fairy tale come true, The Lip Lab lets you custom blend your own lipstick shade and then they make it for you, right there, that second, in the store. Game changer.

East Side Crew is fitness made fun, running both group and personal training in the City (Domain), Bondi, Bronte and Coogee. Whether your goals are to lose weight, improve your fitness or to simply train in a lively, laid-back group environment, ESC is here to help in some of Sydney’s most beautiful locations.

The Sydney king of coffee has recently opened up a small café (and when we say small we mean hole in the wall small) called Neighbourhood. This pleasant little shop is owned by Sean McManus, whom some of you may know from Single Origin Roasters or Artificer in Surry Hills. He has also won many awards for his coffee making abilities, which pretty much gives him god-like qualities in the coffee world. 

Elle Lacroix and Benjamic Toyer, who have been in the pole dancing industry for twelve years collectively own the Pole Parlour in Gladesville, the largest pole dance studio in NSW. They provide all sorts of classes; pole dance technique, pole dance choreography, conditioning classes including flexibility and Elle’s own Hard Ass & Abs class, as well as chair and lap dance classes. This is an extremely fun way to get fit, free from pressure and judgement (and what's not to love about that?).

Did you know that pole dancing is a seriously fun way to get fit and strong? Sydney Pole in Camperdown is a pole-dancing studio offering classes from beginners pole to advanced, conditioning sessions to help improve your strength and flexibility, and classes that embrace all styles of dance. Their classes help you gain some serious core strength in an extremely fun way. Their cross-training classes include Flexibility and Toning, Aerial Fit, SP Barre, Pilates and Aussie Twerk where you learn to perfect the art of twerking and twerk choreography. 

F45 training can be found all around Sydney, and there is one in Glebe right near Broadway shopping centre, meaning if you live or work nearby, it might motivate you to stay/become fit and fabulous.

Beachfit Bondi literally has got everything you need to get super fit. They’ve got a gym with super advanced equipment, an indoor sprint track, climbing ropes, sled track, sandbags, suspension trainers, plenty of weights and cardio machines – there’s something for everyone. If you don’t really feel that confident on using the equipment yourself or perform better with someone telling you what to do, there are personal trainers available to help you reach your fitness goals.

Damien Kelly Fitness in Coogee is a gym founded by Damien Kelly who has over twenty years experience in the fitness industry. Damien wanted everyone to be able to train like an athlete, so he designed a training workout system for all age and fitness levels. 

This salon in Sydney is all about giving the responsibility to you, by having a ‘pay what you feel’ philosophy on all non-chemical services. The Sustainability Salon in Surry Hills provides a high-end service to both men and women in a sustainable manner without using toxic chemicals. Not just a salon, it's also a sustainable space that gives back to the community by being completely environmentally friendly, which is pretty special in our books.

Following the success of Sydney’s first organic tea bar, The Rabbit Hole in Redfern, their second location is set to open its doors in Barangaroo in late June.