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Hidden away from the main pedestrian strip of Coogee, Le Petit Café is a fantastic little spot for coffee, breakfast or both. Le Petit Café offers a taste of France—from the menu to the coffee served in traditional 'bowls'. The French toast here is a winner, as is the breakfast crepe, served with double-smoked ham, Gruyère and two poached eggs. 

Long committed to the creation of beautiful living spaces, interior-stylist Vanessa Kidwell opened LivedIn in August 2010 and created a place inspired by beautiful homewares sourced locally and from around the world. Aside from selling homewares and lifestyle products, LivedIn also offers sourcing and styling services.

Orchard Street Dispensary is a herbal dispensary, cold-pressed juice shop, naturopathic clinic and organic lifestyle store all in one. Naturopath Kirsten Shanks opened the doors aiming to provide a range of goods and services designed to "cleanse, heal nourish and grow".

With the catchcry: "Love is sweeter the second time around", The Frock Exchange successfully sources and stocks pre-loved designer pieces, and sells them out of a gorgeous store in Clovelly. Working on a consignment basis, you won't have to trawl through racks for a rare find at The Frock Exchange; beautiful, designer pieces are the norm here.

Baking artisan bread is a true passion for Iggy's Down Under baker Igor Ivanovic, who sells his loaves out of two tiny stores in Bronte. Both stores open in the early morning and don't close until all the bread is sold, and with lines running out the door, this would appear to be an easy feat. The sourdough loaf is the clear favourite at Iggy's Down Under. 

Since opening, Bertoni Casalinga has garnered a cult following for its signature-blend coffee. Paired with homemade Italian food, a pizzeria and gelateria, and you have one family-run operation that is pulling out all the stops. Bertoni Casalinga almost always has a queue spilling out onto the street, so be sure to get there early. 

Stocking specialty flours, grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, condiments and household products, The Source Bulk Foods is your one-stop-shop for all cooking essentials. You'll also be shopping with a conscience At The Source Bulk Foods; the planet (and your wallet) will thank you.

The Balmain outpost of Kazbah is famed among locals and out-of-towners alike. Hoisting the flag for best breakfast in Balmain (with a Middle Eastern twist), foodies are flocking to Kazbah for its delicious breakfast tagines and 'Royal Feasts'. The accolades speak for themselves. 

Being awarded three Chef Hats by The Sydney Morning Herald's Good Food Guide is no easy feat, but this is just what est., headed up by chef Peter Doyle, has achieved every year since 2004. Specialising in seasonally driven, modern Australian cuisine, est. not only serves fabulous food, the service is outstanding. It's a dining experience not to be missed, and not soon forgotten. 

The Duck Inn, formerly the Duck and Swan, has undergone a massive transformation. While still dispensing a range of beers on tap, the Duck Inn's wine and food menus have been revamped along with the space. Dig in to fancy pub meals in the sunny beer garden for a feel-good dining experience. 

A purveyor of fine headwear for over 50 years, Strand Hatters stocks everything from top hats to fedoras, pith helmets to Australian bush hats. Whether it's form or function you're after, the right topper can be transformative, so head down to Strand Hatters at the Queen Victoria Building to find your crowning glory. 

Bringing a little piece of Paris to the streets of Sydney, The AparTTment is a luxurious concept store headed by Claire Coppins and her fashion label TT. A fusion of fashion and furnishings, the store was created to replicate an idyllic Parisian apartment. Wander through AparTTment and discover beautiful products spanning homewares, womenswear, art and accessories. 

Devon Café has quickly garnered a cult following for its unique spin on the classic toastie. The interior of this Surry Hills eatery is warm and welcoming with its beechwood timber décor, while a sun-drenched courtyard makes Devon Café the perfect Sunday brunch spot. The coffee, courtesy of 5 Senses, is served up alongside a casual yet delightful menu including house-made baked goodies and bread via Sydney's Victoire Bakery.

One of Australia's leading centres for contemporary design, Object Gallery features both an exhibition area as well as a retail space, which both showcase a diverse range of works. Promoting local talent, Object Gallery exhibits and sells innovative and contemporary Australian-made art and design.

Driven by an appreciation for authenticity in design, the premium collection of international furniture at Living Edge in Surry Hills focuses on elegant pieces for the home and office. At Living Edge, you'll find ranges from the likes of Herman Miller, e15, Louis Poulsen, Walter Knoll, Howe and many more. 

Arthur G Design sources the very best in locally designed furniture. The Surry Hills studio showcases their commitment to compact, structured and exclusive pieces that offer style and comfort. For over three decades, Arthur G Design has provided Sydney with innovative, timeless and luxurious designs. 

Set in the heart of Surry Hills, Paper2 specialises in boutique paper and stationery. With a range of beautiful products on offer, you'll find everything from personalised stationery, to notebooks, invitations, homewares, pens and inks. The brainchild of graphic designer Margaret Rockliff, Paper 2 sources unique ranges from Tokyo, London, Frankfurt and New York, as well as selling their own in-house designs. 

Easy-to-ride, stylish and simple; Papillionaire bicycles have quickly garnered a cult following. These Dutch-style city bikes can be customised to suit your personal preferences, and are available in a range of designs and bold colours. In Papillionaire's Surry Hills store, you'll also find a collection of accessories, from helmets to locks, lights, vintage-style baskets, bags, leather saddles and apparel. 

Originally opened in Milan, RivaReno is a gelato store unlike any other in Sydney. They use all natural ingredients (no hydrogenated fats, preservatives, anti-oxidants and artificial colourings) and serve their gelato in traditional Italian pozzetti. You can choose from a variety of classic flavours, along with a range of bespoke specialties. Try the Sweet Alabama, a chocolate and peanut butter blend that's lip-smacking good. 

The humble bagel is king at Brooklyn Hide, where owner Matthew Forsdike brings a taste of New York to the streets of Sydney. Operating out of their Surry Hills store, the team certainly know their way around a bagel, and are serving them up with gusto. Each bagel is named after an NYC precinct; such as the Midtown, which is packed with corned beef, Gruyère, sauerkraut and mustard mayonnaise. Coffee roasted by Little Marionette tops off this great concept eatery.  

"Delight the eye, cheer the heart" is the mantra of Redfern store Seasonal Concepts— and indeed their cosy store is brimming with delightful antiques. Combining floristry with a collection of pre-loved, pre-1950s wares, Seasonal Concepts boasts elaborate floral arrangements, giant seashells, pieces of taxidermy and beautiful tea sets. You're sure to find a gem. 

Great Dane specialises in exclusive, high-end Scandinavian furniture, accessories, lighting and textiles. Founder and director, Anton Assaad, personally selects and imports pieces directly from Scandinavia's premier design houses and manufacturers, so you're guaranteed to secure a unique, quality find. 

Decked out with traditional red, blue and white barber's poles and with a soundtrack of old saloon music playing, The Happy Sailors Babershop will have you swingin' back to the 50s. Owned and operated by Nathan Meers, at The Happy Sailors Barbershop there's only two types of service; a haircut or a buzz cut. So delightfully simple—good old-fashioned service with a smile.

Infamous Chatswood Malaysian restaurant Mamak is renowned for their roti menu and spread of mouth-watering Malaysian dishes that are perfect for sharing. Don’t despair, sweet tooths, it includes delicious dessert options (think flaky roti served with sliced bananas—yum!) to get you excited while you wait in line.

Offering an exciting array of ingenious science gifts, at Professor Plum's you can let your inner child run wild. Stocking gadgets, games, puzzles, lab experiment kits, telescopes, novelties and all things science, you're guaranteed to find a unique gift. The school holiday workshops by Professor Plum's are great for keeping little ones preoccupied, with categories like 'Gross and Gory Science' and 'Dino Discovery'.  

Heading to Berta for the evening is a real foodie's delight. The modern-Italian menu is peppered with unique and utterly delicious interpretations of the Italian classics. With a focus on fresh, seasonal produce, the menu is constantly evolving and makes each dining experience a new culinary journey. Berta is part of the Vini and 121BC dining group.

Since 1987 Scanlan Theodore has been an Australian fashion stalwart. Their line of beautiful, classic designs for women feature feminine silhouettes and high-quality fabrication. With the use of leather, silks and fur often favoured, the Scanlan Theodore label will add a little playful luxury to your wardrobe. Head to the website for Scanlan & Theodore's other locations across Sydney.

A Tavola serves up authentic Italian cuisine in the heart of Darlinghurst. Along with their house-made pasta, each dish is expertly crafted, ensuring the diner savours the light mix of fresh, Italian flavours. Whether seated in the airy garden courtyard, or internally at the communal dining table, A Tavola offers a quality dining experience. 

Neuw Service Store is all about denim, denim, denim. The team behind Neuw Service Store value the power a pair of perfectly fitted jeans can hold over a person. So drop in and pick up a pair of Iggy, Marilyn or Lou's for jeans inspired by the past. Great cuts, great denim for guys and girls. 

P.A.M Store, of Melbourne fame, has finally extended its sartorial influence to the Sydney retail scene. A very welcome addition, P.A.M Store has taken over the former Monster Children gallery space in Darlinghurst. Offering a mixture of men's and women's fashion (Kitsune, Wood Wood and Bless), accessories, toys and gifts, P.A.M also has a publishing arm and stocks their books in store. 

The Gorman label is renowned for its playful prints and bold colourways. Their knitwear is a standout, as is their eclectic range of accessories. An eco-friendly ethos permeates the brand, and has helped make it a trusted Australian label. Gorman has you covered from head to toe, check out their website for store locations across Sydney.

Les Nereides sells stunning Parisian costume jewellery that is full of whimsy and vintage charm. Happily situated on Paddington's William Street, this gorgeous terrace boutique offers some French-inspired treasure. On Saturday's you can even pop in for a glass of champagne, while you peruse their wares.