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This Sydney bar features plenty of reliable favourites on the menu, with the iconic Customs House serving as a gorgeous backdrop. Sit out and soak up the sunshine with a delicious saltbush lamb salad, and cocktail in hand. We're looking at you, marshmallow colada - a cheeky dessert cocktail perfect for rounding off the week in the CBD. Also pretty ace for a quick feed before hopping on the ferry for weekend wanderlust. 

High St Depot is a trendy foodie hub with a rustic interior (and crazy cute bulldogs murals), making it a great place to stop off for a lunch break with friends, or for a lazy coffee on the weekend. Lovers of wholefoods flock for miles to Penrith, so they can work their way through the delicious menu, which offers hearty wholefoods and tasty hot and cold beverages, like smoothies, shakes and coffee.

Get your steak knives out, because this new Cockle Bay Wharf eatery means business. Set to open on the 10th October, Hunter & Barrel is putting its own spin on the Sydney dining scene with a focus on dishing up a 21st century twist on the hearty fare that would have been enjoyed in the Middle Ages.

Cosette is like that stylish friend you’ve got who, whenever you ask them where they got that adorable jumper from, just casually says, “Oh some little boutique in Paris”. However, now it’s time for you to go toe-to-toe in the style stakes with them and give this Double Bay store a visit.

Before Detail for Men there was Detail Woman, female-only hair salon, skin clinic and day spa in Sydney. Inside this sleek and luxurious beauty haven you can expect to receive anything from a rejuvenation facial to a blowdry. If you want it, Detail Woman does it. So head over to the CBD’s Spring Street for a little TLC and new look you won’t stop raving about. 

Mr Bao fuses Tokyo tucker and Taiwanese street food in the most mouthwateringly delicious fashion, serving up gourmet pillow-soft gua boas in their York Street establishment in the CBD. Choose a variety of succulent steamed bun fillings: karaage chicken, crackling pork belly or tempura prawn, or other special dishes (drooling at the soft shell crab golden dippers) if you want something a little extra fancy. In this contemporary, organically-styled sanctuary you won’t even realise you’re still in the big smoke.  

This is the home of the fashion elite’s go-to shoe when pulling off that ‘effortlessly cool’ I woke up like this look. We’re talking about Spring Court, super-dooper comfy Parisian-style tennis shoes, an absolute must if you’re serious about looking fashionable yet laid-back.

Located in the ever-expanding Westfield Miranda, The Academy Brand offers clean and classic apparel for the man who very much loves his chinos. It’s all very American preppy meets ‘breezy Australian summer’ in here with lots of denim, linen and a nautical-inspired colour palette.

Meshwi is a vibrant Lebanese eatery offering up a tasty selection of BBQ chicken and Middle Eastern cuisine. If you're after succulent mixed chicken, lamb or kafta plates, whole barbequed birds and all the sides, you've come to the right place!

Knife cut noodles… Have you ever heard of such a thing? You have now, thanks to Mrs Mi and her Shanxi-style cooking. 

With over 35 years in the game, the team at Sydney butcher, A C Butchery pride themselves on their products and service. At heart they’re a local butcher that knows their customers, their produce and everything from where it’s sourced to how to prepare it. 

If you’re looking for traditional Italian bread then you’re in the right place. Nestled in the heart of Sydney’s little Italy (Haberfield) you know you’ve found Cassaniti Bakery when you can see the queue out the door, and catch the smell of fresh bread floating through the breeze.

No visit to the Queen Victoria Building would be complete without a visit to The Palace Tea Room. For some of the best high tea in Sydney, head in to live out the Victorian dream in this tucked away Sydney cafe that far too few people know about. 

A place for locals and theatre-goers, Walsh Bay Kitchen is the restaurant to go to just before it’s showtime. In addition to lunch, Walsh Bay Kitchen offers a two or three course pre-theatre dining set that comes with a glass of wine. Dressed to the nines with cosy lounge chairs, an art deco inspired bar and plenty of mood lighting, it’s the perfect counterpart to Sydney’s Arts District.

For those days when your hair needs a little refresh or you're in need of some quick TLC, Blowdry Boutique is there for you. The second store of its kind, owner Jessica Barr created this salon to deliver her signature brand of styling and express blowdries to the leafy suburb of Mosman.

From Bondi's famous Icebergs, to a new kind of paradise of burgers, soda floats and sundaes, Paradise Road Diner is the new venture from chef David Owen. Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the 1950's American inspired eatery is serving up all the classics. Breakfast staples include the brisket hash and veggie hash, as well as house-made golden waffles served with Canadian maple syrup.

A hidden gem of Balmain tucked away just off of the water’s edge, Euphoria is the perfect Saturday brunch spot with its relaxed vibes and calming, neutral interior. On a sunny day you have the option to sit outside with views of our fair city and the Harbour Bridge in the distance. 

This little homewares shop in Parramatta is cute as a button, with all sorts of goodies to give your living room a touch of character or that special friend a gift that they'll treasure. Owner Vanessa has a professional background in the Visual Arts and a penchant for ethically made goods, so you know that every hand picked piece is going to look great and make you feel good about your purchase (hey, any excuse for shopping is a good one).

This Italian restaurant in Parramatta is all about the home style cooking charm. In true family style, there's no corkage, so bring your favourite bottle because Nonna is about to cook you up a feast.

Sydney’s most popular gelateria is perfectly at home in the heart of Parramatta, with 35 permanent mouth-watering flavours like coffee and hazelnut praline. We recommend this younger, fresher cousin of tiramisu friendly to our #lactose-sensitive #vegan friends. That said, you can never go wrong with rich, decadent, dark chocolate chocolate fondant: the little black dress of flavour combinations. With five specials rotating weekly, like the Bread n Budda Buddha – a milk chocolate gelato with doughnut ‘n’ butter pudding, and peanut clusters, Gelato Messina is always getting cheffy and giving you an excuse to drop in. We’ll see you there. We never leave. 

You will be warmed by the décor and the Italian yumminess that Jamie Oliver’s Trattoria in Parramatta dishes up. A spacious, two-storeyed affair, with tall ceilings and an industrial chic, hanging light bulb, distressed (not emotionally) wood kind of vibe, this is a great space for indoor and outdoor delicious times with a big group.

To experience Oktoberfest any day of the year, Munich Brauhaus in The Rocks has all the bier, schnapps and schnitzel you could want. Like any good Munich bier hall, there’s an oompah band to keep your spirits high while you hold a pretzel in one had and a stein in the other.

When the guys behind Bulletin Place open up a a bar, you know it's going to be good. Their Surry Hills cocktail bar Dead Ringer is a local favourite and it's for more than just the drinks. Their cocktail menu is eclectic and full of standouts like the yuzu breezer (rum, yuzu and grapefruit) and the pineapple adonis (fino, rosso, pineapple skin). For those who like a little pick-me-up there’s the obligatory (tequila, cold drip coffee and maple) and for a bit of fun there’s the red dinger (redskin gin, blood orange and vinegar).

Say hello to the newest member of the New Shanghai family! In this convenient CBD location, getting your hit of modern Shanghai-style cuisine is now easier than ever. With a menu based on old family recipes, New Shanghai is bubbling with Shanghai-style soup dumpling, noodles, hot pots, and pan-fried buns.

Relocated onto George Street, The Bear Bar is a log cabin themed kinda place, with exposed brick walls, hefty wine barrel tables, and unique décor. The Bear Bar-tenders happily serve up craft beer like Batemans Mocha Chocolate Beer, boutique wine, and cocktails like their house specialty ‘Snow Candy’. 

The one stop shop for delicacies from around the world, Zanetti 5 Star Deli is a favourite among locals and those who enjoy authentic tastes, in particular Italian. Imported olive oil, pasta and truffles are just the beginning of delights on offer at this Sydney delicatessen. The deli counter itself is full of meats including proscuitto, ham, turkey and salamis – mostly Italian favourites. The cheese selection here is another highlight with real Italian mozzarella and the king of Italian cheeses, Parmigiano-Reggiano which is a staple for amny Italian meals. 

With views over the harbour to the Opera House, you’ll be lunching at one of Sydney’s most picture perfect venues.

While Belgium is mostly known for its beer, you can put good food on that list too at the Belgian Beer Café. This Beer Café is nestled in the heart of The Rocks and with a beer menu labelled as extensive you’re in for a good time. Specialties of sausages, chicken vol au vents and chicken schnitzels are all great staples on the menu.

One of the original Bondi Beach coffee shops, Gusto Espresso Bar has been supplying Hall Street with caffeinated cups since the early 90s. Since then, these guys have made a serious name for themselves for food as well.

Red checkered tablecloths, meet Bondi. This branch of Mad Pizza e Bar is tucked into the backstreets of Bondi for an intimate cheese experience. In true Mad Pizza style, the interiors and pizza at this restaurant and bar channel the kind of rustic that suits Bondi just perfectly. Vegetarians and vegans can both rejoice too, because there is plenty more than that one token option on the menu. 

Brought to you by one of Sydney's best cocktail bars, Eau de Vie, Apothecary is a more intimate experience for those who are all about the cocktails. There are only a few exclusive places for their four signature cocktail degustations, which is a good thing because you'll want to watch your drink being made. True to its name, there are plenty of instruments, syrups and smokiness (no really, there's a Black Forest Smokehouse bacon bourbon), which all add to the experience. 

Meat delivered straight to your door – absolute genius. Cured Cuts Club is a monthly meat subscription service delivering 4-6 of the world’s best artisan cured meats to members. Within each box is an information card detailing how to best eat your cured meats as well as the best beer to pair them with.

After dipping their toes into the Australian food scene, it seems that Yayoi is here to stay with their second location at The Galeries. Championing traditional Japanese food and sake, Yayoi specialises in teishoku which is similar to a bento box and essentially means a set meal of one main dish accompanied by a variety of Japanese sides including miso soup and rice.

The Burger Project’s MLC Centre location is making sure that everyone in the CBD gets to experience burger perfection. Featuring the attention to quality and sustainability that Neil Perry is famous for, each of the ten burger varieties on offer feature Cape Grim beef, house-made pickles and secret sauce that make The Burger Project one of the best burger joints in Sydney.

The Emporium is yet another delicious eatery brought to the newest Sydney food hub of Parramatta, this time with a five course degustation. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the Emporium has modern Australian food with Mediterranean influences to bring together a well thought out menu.

Tucked in Paddington's charming Begg Lane is Deborah Grevett’s gorgeous boutique hair salon, Papillon Hair. Deborah Grevett is an expert in blonde hair colouring (AKA one of Sydney's best blonde colourists), and her focus is creating super wearable, natural blondes. More importantly, the team is great with communication, and the personalised approach to service will ensure you leave feeling (and looking) your best.

This Newtown souvlaki-mecca is bringing some much-needed Mediterranean flare to Sydney’s Inner West. With 15 varieties on offer, they’ve got your traditional chicken and lamb options covered. But if you’re feeling courageous, well then perhaps the liver and tongue varieties will intrigue you.

If you’re looking for a Back to the Future or Pulp Fiction retro diner vibe, or just a super fun feed, then Doughbox Diner is the joint for you. Recently expanded to twice its size, Doughbox has been a hit with everybody since day dough.

Escape busy Bridge Street and descend the stairs into this moody basement branch of the Fratelli Fresh empire. The CBD edition of the Italian restaurant, bar and grocery family is often busy after work thanks to an excellent selection of Italian drinks, a mozzarella bar, and Fratelli's famous pizzas and Cafe Sopra.

Helloooooo KFit, our new favourite fitness and lifestyle membership! This little beauty gives you access to everything from yoga and boxing to saunas and indoor rock climbing… and most things that you can think of in between, in a single membership that makes the most of hundreds of Sydney's best studies, activities and fitness venues.

Simon Goh’s pretty much got the modern Malaysian domain locked down with the Parramatta installment of Chinta Ria being his 4th venue. Opening at EcoWorld’s West Village, Chinta Ria aims to bring the hawker-experience to Sydney. And with each new installment, Goh draws on a new musical inspiration, noting Creedance as the melodic-revelation behind his first Western Sydney location, set to open soon.

If you're a discerning darling, this Darlinghurst boutique is an absolute find, especially if you're a lover of Australian fashion labels. With personal shopper and wardrobe consultant Catalina Alfaro in store, you know you're not just going to find that special piece, but some excellent style advice too. Bonus: Alfie's Friend Rolfe may stock luxury knits and quality staples, but the prices are actually really reasonable!

Sydney food truck Monster Rolls has a permanent location on Oxford Street, so now you’ll always know where to get your slow cooked meaty goodness. Your mouth will water at the sound of the beef monster roll stuffed with wagyu brisket, horseradish butter, benricks barbeque sauce, chilli sauce and coleslaw.

Double Bay is the lucky suburb of the first Southern Hemisphere IRO store, with a cult following of celebrity and fashion elite this brand is one to keep an eye on (if you don't already). The effortless French style and the quality of fabrics used are just a couple of the reasons the IRO collections are in such high demand as soon as they hit stores.

Burgers and the beach is always a winner and Eat Burger bringing some of the best burgers in Sydney to Cronulla. Open for lunch and dinner through the week and breakfast too on the weekends this little burger place is becoming a hot spot with the locals and the not so locals.

We love a little spectacle with our dinner and cocktails, but this little Japanese inspired bar and restaurant in Surry Hills is taking it that much further. On the casual side of the menu, you've got fried chicken as mindblowing as the cocktails (masterfully made in front of you by Flynn McLennan, who used to shake things up at Zeta Bar). On the theatrical side of the menu, order the maple smoked scallops with whisky aroma. And for plain damn delicious, you can't go past the smoked ox tongue skewers. We challenge you to have just one.

Kit & Ace have opened their Sydney doors in none other than Surry Hills. The allure of machine washable cashmere is the biggest drawcard to this luxury brand. Shannon and her stepson JJ noticed a gap in the market around functional and sophisticated fashion and decided to create what they couldn't find. Fabrics are designed to take the wearer from day to night and with the classic cuts and effortless style it’s easy to see why it’s becoming so popular. Based around technical innovation and fashion the stores are unique and reflect the brand, the Sydney store is nestled in the creative community of Surry Hills.

The New York steak house is an institution in itself and Chophouse has become the Australian take on this tradition. With a seasonal menu that focusses on the produce and of course, the meat. This is the place to go for a steak in Sydney.

Cocktails and views - The loft on Sydney’s picturesque King Street Wharf will take you back to the roaring 20’s with it’s styling and sophistication. With 180 degree views of Sydney Harbour, this cocktail lounge in the CBD offers a unique experience for those who want to indulge. If you’re looking for somewhere for after work drinks with more personality than the pub near work that does happy hour this is where you should be heading.

Okay dessert fiends, calm yourselves. What the Fudge Cafe and Dessert Bar in Cabramatta has more chocolate drizzle than you'll know what to do with, whether it's over the deep fried Gaytime, waffles or some other amazing pastry inspiration that struck the night before, and is now all over Insta. This is where many of your wildest dessert fantasies come true, but with  more adornment than you had even imagined. Hankering for a sundae? You best believe it will also come with Oreo brownies in it too. 

When in Sydney... check out this Roman Italian cafe at The Strand, where the food is as regal as the surroundings. For beautiful bruschettas, buckwheat pancakes and truffled biodynamic eggs, you can't really go wrong for this coffee and breakfast pit stop (especially since they also have a branch on Pitt Street)! It's the perfect way to feel like you've actually escaped much further from the office than you actually have. 

Owned by a powerhouse sibling duo, this picture perfect café is the ideal pit stop after a day of shopping. With a menu that includes a winter-warming pork belly, stuffed mushroom and capsicum brekkie and baked barramundi – you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Started by a tight-knit group of friends with a mutual passion for achieving coffee nirvana, the guys at Brewristas live and breathe coffee 24/7. Whether it’s espresso, cold drip or pour over you’re after – this Glebe café has got you covered.

The café scene on the northside continues to grow and we’re not complaining. This Artarmon café is serving up all your regular staples. Hash benedict? Check. Avo smash with tomatoes and poached eggs? Check. Bacon and egg roll? Double Check. However, they’ve also got some not-so-typical café fare with the Atlantic salmon pumpkin feta salad and yuzu-glazed pork belly quickly becoming lunch favourites.

In what is good news for Danks Street, So 9 has set up shop serving a range of tasty, tasty banh mi as well as a bunch of other Vietnamese favourites. The interiors are not what you’d expect from a Vietnamese restaurant with light timber features and a pastel palette that just makes you feel relaxed and ready to eat. But you still get that same experience of wandering the street markets of Han Noi with the various stations on display so you can watch as the masterful chefs prepare your food.

Home to hair director of Australian fashion fame, Alan White, Audrey & Him is a boutique hair salon in Sydney that knows what’s what. With a stand out team of senior stylists, when you step through their retro, understated art deco style salon, you know you’re in the hands of a profesh with the tastiest taste. From Cezanne Keratin treatment to purple and grey-toned hair colour, the team at Audrey & Him have it in the bag (note: they do not have your hair in a bag).

For every tea-related need you never knew you had, from tea pots to tea mugs to tea jugs, T2 has it all.  

Ever wanted to know where to shop for an item that you saw on Instagram but had no idea where to find it? Well now the Boutique HQ is putting together all the trendiest of trending clothing from boutique stores around the world just to make your retail therapy that much easier. Everything from dresses and shirts to shoes and bags are avaliable. This definitely seems to be the new way of shopping online, and we can't get enough. 

City life can get the better of all of us, so Centred Meditation gives you the chance to unwind. The classes are a short, but much needed, 30 minute seated meditation where all you need to do is listen to the soothing voice of the facilitator while you breathe away any stress you may have - no cross-legged seating or omming here! The best part is it's close enough that you can go there for your lunch break, so you can go back to work with a positive outlook. Win!

This modern Chinese restaurant in Surry Hills is setting high expectations. The team in the kitchen honed their skills at Quay, Noma and Momofuku Seiobo, so there's plenty of inspiration on the menu from other continents too.