Monthly Archives: November 2012

Chobani Greek Yogurt

“It’s just like judgement. You can spell it as judgment too and both are correct” I say. “Okay but I prefer yogurt” Mysaucepan says. “Fine, you spell it the way you like it but I like yoghurt” I respond. Yogurt … Continue reading

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Nina’s Ploy Thai, Bondi beach

Sydney’s iconic Bondi beach is known for it’s soft white sands, beach goers, surfers and hamburgers rather than a destination for food lovers. But new cafes, restaurants and luxury apartments have sprung in this beach side suburb to perhaps herald … Continue reading

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Chairman Mao Chinese Restaurant, Kensington

“YOU CANNOT BE SERIOUS!!” I yell out, somewhat redolent of tennis legend John McEnroe’s infamous outbursts against Wimbledon umpires when lines calls didn’t go his way. “But this place is really good for its slow-braised pork belly though” Mysaucepan pleads. … Continue reading

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Petaling Street, Malaysian Hawker Food, Haymarket

In the last two years, the popularity of Malaysian food has seen a proliferation of Malaysian restaurants popping up around Sydney CBD. This is great news because choice  is becoming so extensive these newer restaurants are beginning to introduce popular … Continue reading

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Tatsuya, West Ryde

“How did you manage to get a booking at Tetsuya’s so easily? I thought these fine dining restaurants are usually booked out for months!” I exclaim. “Don’t get your hopes up too high, we are not going to Tetsuya’s” Mysaucepan … Continue reading

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The Bucket List, Bondi beach

While Chopinand loves his steaks and burgers, I love seafood and more than that, I adore shellfish, especially prawns, crabs, lobsters, scallops, oysters, mussels and clams. So when I heard there was a New England style clam bake at The Bucket … Continue reading

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Home Thai Restaurant, Sydney

Thai food has definitely become one of the most popular cuisines in Sydney over the last couple of decades.  I think it has something to do with the explosion of spicy, tangy and sweet flavours on the taste buds that … Continue reading

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Sushi Samurai, Neutral Bay

It is one of those Saturday afternoons that Mysaucepan and I could not decide whether to cook at home or go out for a simple meal. “Why don’t I ruffle up something simple at home since you’ve booked that hip … Continue reading

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