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 Italian butcher |
174 Marion Street Leichhardt Sydney, NSW 2040 Australia +61 (0)2 9569 8687 |
In the heart of Sydney's Italian community, this authentico butchery is THE place to come for Italian meats like prosciutto, pancetta and succulent porchetta, and sausages like duck and pstacchio. Butchers Carlo and Joe will also advise on how to cook and serve their specialties to make the most of the delicate flavors. There are also organic meats and poultry available. They also sell a range of homemade pasta and sauces as well as free-range eggs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chocolates galore |
10 Homer Street Earlwood Sydney, NSW 2206 Australia +61 (0)2 9559 5948 http://www.adora.com.au/ adora@iprimus.com.au |
These handmade chocolates are a real treat and their rich, luxurious flavors are a testament to the fact that they are made from only the freshest, natural ingredients of the highest quality. King Island cream, fresh cultured butter, vanilla beans, fresh espresso coffee, pure hazelnut paste, lime and fresh nuts are just some of the delicious ingredients which go into these truffles and filled chocolates. Not a preservative or artificial flavor in sight. The delightful Homer Street shop also houses a coffee shop selling coffee, tea and ice-cream all served with a complimentary chocolate. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Turkish grocer |
61 Rawson Street Auburn Sydney, NSW 2144 Australia +61 (0)2 9649 9327 |
OK, so Auburn is a bit of a drive out of the city--under an hour on a good day--but Arzum is open from eight in the morning to 11 at night every day of the week, so there is no excuse for not paying a visit. In the middle of this multicultural melting pot, Arzum is a find--a fully-stocked Turkish grocer--selling everything you would expect: vine leaves, spices, bread, goat's cheese and eggplant--lots of eggplant. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Grecian delights |
914 Anzac Parade Maroubra Sydney, NSW 2035 Australia +61 (0)2 9349 5910 |
You simply will not be able to resist the specialties at Athens Continental Cake Shop. They include traditional Greek biscuits like amigodalota (almond swirl), koulouriakia (vanilla and orange shortbread), melomakarona (honey, cinnamon and cloves) and paximadakia (aniseed--and as authentic as it gets). If that is all Greek to you, other delicacies from the continent beckon from the shelves: petits fours, Blackforest cake, baclava and strudel. Forget the diet and just enjoy these sumptuous delights. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Local flavour |
309 Gordon Street Rozelle Sydney, NSW 2039 Australia +61 (0)2 9818 2800 |
If you are after a taste of Australia that extends beyond a meat pie and can of Fosters (a sure-fire way to identify yourself as a tourist), come to Australian Native Fine Foods and discover flavoursome treats like wattle seed, bush tomatoes, and the national coat of arms (smoked kangaroo and emu). This is the direct-from-the-warehouse outlet for the Australian Native Fine Foods line, sold in specialty shops around the country. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Epicure epicentre |
54 Avenue Road Mosman Sydney, NSW 2088 Australia +61 (0)2 9968 1242 sgrant@nsw.bigpond.net.au |
Mosman's gourmandise are well acquainted with the amazing array of gourmet delights stocked on the shelves of this lavish larder. Jams and chutneys, cheeses and breads, biscuits and chocolates and fresh and dried pasta...Avenue Road is the place to come before your next dinner party — or anytime. And if you are looking for a present for that special someone, their gourmet gifts and hampers are a luxurious treat. Many of the products are home grown in Australia or locally produced. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One stop shopping |
53 Park Road Cabramatta Sydney, NSW 2166 Australia +61 (0)2 9726 8088 |
For some more unusual cuts of meat, the shops in the BKK centre are the place to come. Here, it seems that anything goes--perhaps not the best place for the faint hearted. You can also find cooked meats such as roast duck and pork. If you have got time to look round the centre you can also pick up fresh herbs, spices and vegetables and great value seafood. There are also the usual market goods such as CDs and videos, socks and undies for all shapes and sizes, cheap cosmetics and tacky souvenirs and knick-knacks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Not your average Joe |
258 Illawarra Road Marrickville Sydney, NSW 2204 Australia +61 (0)2 9559 7064 |
Banana Joe's above-average barn is filled with buckets of beans (broad beans, lupini beans, adzuki beans, mung beans, and, well, you get the idea), fabulous fruits (persimmons, pomegranates, peaches, pears, et al), and a veritable bonanza of veggies. If you are after something a bit unusual, this is the place to come, and friendly staff are always on hand to help you. Marrickville is one of those multiculturally diverse areas currently undergoing a renaissance and Banana Joe is the real McCoy. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Delicious fish |
485a Darling Street Balmain Sydney, NSW 2041 Australia +61 2 9810 5033 |
Fresh fish glisten in the window, surrounded by all manner of things in shells, including juicy prawns and shiny blue mussels. Selling quality fish at reasonable prices, Bay Seafood also sells fishhooks, sinkers and bait if you would rather have a go at catching your own. But if the fish are not biting for you, you know where to come for snapper, barramundi and perch. And you do not even have to cook it yourself. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chocolate heaven |
658 Darling Street Rozelle Sydney, NSW 2039 Australia +61 2 9810 2690 http://www.bellefleur.com.au/ info@bellefleur.com.au |
Established in 1984 by Jan and Lynne ter Heerdt, this delightful shop sells tempting, handmade, traditional Belgian chocolates. Chocolate-making has been in Jan's family in Belgium for the last three generations, so you can be certain that a purchase from here will be the real thing. The many varieties include truffles, exquisite shapes such as champagne corks, hearts, mushrooms, tiny baskets and walnuts, all with different delicious fillings including freshly whipped cream. The chocolates are freshly made on the premises daily. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Good wines |
91 Crown Street East Sydney Sydney, NSW 2010 Australia +61 (0)2 9361 3733 http://www.bestcellars.com.au sales@bestcellars.com.au |
With so many great "Bring Your Own" restaurants a mere stone's throw from here, demand for top-notch wine is steady. Meeting this demand, Best Cellars stocks a lot of lesser-known and boutique labels, specialising in pinot noirs, reislings, and champagne. New Zealand wines, fast becoming popular on dinner tables around Sydney, are also high on the Best Cellar list.If you are not sure what you want, or what will go best with a particular meal, helpful, knowledgeable staff are always on hane to advise you. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Aussie ambrosia |
Shop 8a, Sydney Fish Markets Pyrmont Sydney, NSW 2009 Australia +61 (0)2 9552 3591 |
At the hugely popular Sydney Fish Market, the Blackwattle Deli does a roaring trade in Australian and international deli items. But it is their cheeses that really draw the crowds--Blackwattle is the country's largest retailer of the famous King Island range (such as Bries, Bass Straight Blue cheeses, Creme Fraiche and Gold Medal Cheddar). There are also cheeses from around the Australia, including the Margaret River and Milawa regions, plus a few imports, and a host of olive and pate-type treats from around the globe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chocolate galore |
Harris Arcade, 12 Cross Street Double Bay Sydney, NSW 2028 Australia +61 (0)2 9327 4046 http://www.bonbon.com.au cusservice@bonbon.com.au |
Spilling over with choccie goodies and yummy treats like pralines and truffles, this shop stocks mainly the sought-after Godiva brand of chocolates, with a sprinkling of Swiss and Belgian imports and local label, Gumnuts. For a romantic Valentine's gift, pick up one of their Godiva-filled satin jewellery boxes. They can also cater for special occasions such a weddings, baby showers and other functions. Do not miss the novelty items, including koalas and golf balls! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Something fishy |
271 Bondi Road Bondi Sydney, NSW 2026 Australia +61 (0)2 9130 6465 http://www.gobondi.com |
This family-run shop offers fresh seafood at competitive prices. The wide variety on offer includes whole snapper and ocean trout, prawns, mussels, crab and octopus. Greek owner John Constantinides is always ready to offer advice on the best fish to suit your needs, and good ways to cook it. And if you do not want to cook your own, his wife Diane is a dab hand with the deep fryer. Fish and chips come cheap at around AUD5. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From Vancouver to Sydney |
183 Victoria Road Drummoyne Sydney, NSW 2047 Australia +61 (02) 9181 3524 |
The recipes for the bread distributed by this Sydney bakery come from a little island off the coast of Vancouver. Everything is organic and hand-made, and the company has decided to reject new technologies in bread-making. The basic styles encompass Canadian sourdough and Irish soda bread. Other products include fruit bread, muffins, fruit pies, brownies and cookies. After nine years in business - starting with the local markets - Bowan Island bread can now be found in a variety of outlets across the city. The bakery also has its own cafe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian ice cream |
6 Falcon Street Crows Nest Sydney, NSW 2065 Australia +61 (0)2 9906 6630 |
Bravo Trattoria has long been synonymous with bellisimo Italian gelato. With mouth watering flavours like sour cherry, Bacci, rum and raisin and tangy lemon, Bravo Trattoria's gelato, sorbet and granita (Italian-style water ice), is churned at the factory just down the road, and distributed to some of Sydney's best Italian cafes. Forget the diet and indulge in the creamiest delights you have ever tasted, just bursting with natural flavours. Bravo! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A star is born |
96 Glebe Point Road Glebe Sydney, NSW 2037 Australia +61 (0)2 9566 2007 |
Every restaurant strip has its favourite grog shop and this is Glebe's. Just a hop, skip and a jump from a whole cluster of different cuisines, Broadway Cellars has the wine to match the meal. Star attractions include Spanish and Portuguese wines from a number of regions, and decently-priced beer and spirits. Friendly staff are always on hand to advise you on your purchases. Look out for special offers too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Asian attraction |
Thomas Street Ultimo Sydney, NSW 2007 Australia +61 (0)2 2811 2777 |
The original Burlington Centre is still one of the biggest suppliers of all things Asian in the area, whether it be food, spices or cooking utensils. Look out for fresh meat and the ready-cooked variety, including duck and pork, as well as anything from curry to noodles. You can also find fresh vegetables, pastes and spices, dried and preserved items and a range of cooking equipment, much of which is especially imported by the center. The Willoughby outlet boasts an impressive range of Japanese goods. Additional Branch: Willoughby. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Serious coffee |
Shop 6, Marketplace Leichhardt Sydney, NSW 2040 Australia +61 2 9569 1671 http://www.caffebianchi.com sales@caffebianchi.com |
If you take your coffee seriously, take a tip from the pros and visit Caffé Bianchi, which stocks a huge range of caffettiera hardware like Gerrari, Bialetti and Gaggia grinders and coffee machines. They also sell a huge selection of blended and flavoured coffee, ground on the premises for maximum freshness. Conveniently located in the Marketplace shopping centre in Leichhardt, Sydney's "Little Italy" (of course). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Korean favourite |
158 Beamish Street Campsie Sydney, NSW 2194 Australia +61 (0)2 9718 1478 |
Popular with Korean tourists, who make substantial savings buying their meat here and transporting it home, this is the place to come for some more unusual meat products. Pork is a big seller--often in traditional marinade--and spare ribs and neck cuts are good value for money. Look out for bulgogi--thinly sliced beef marinated in soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic and onion--an authentic Korean dish. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cakes made to order |
1st Floor, 720 New Canterbury Road Hurlstone Park Sydney, NSW 2193 Australia +61 (02) 9558 6036 http://celebrationcakes.com.au cakeinfo@celebrationcakes.com.au |
The name says it all! Start with a visit to the Hurlstone Park showroom and, no matter what your requirements, the highly-qualified staff will provide advice and assistance. It sounds extraordinary but 60 different wedding cakes can be inspected, while other types, sizes and shapes are also available. Ten weeks' notice is recommended for wedding cakes and from two to five weeks for special occasion cakes. What about chocolate, white or caramel mud cakes, Black Forest cake, Grand Marnier cake or hazelnut torte? Orders are made to personal specifications and will be delivered to the venue on the day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A touch of Spain |
37 New Canterbury Road Petersham Sydney, NSW 2049 Australia +61 (0)2 9560 4037 |
Flavours of Spain and Portugal abound in this well stocked deli. If you are after something a bit out of the ordinary, you will probably be able to find it here. Interesting flavours such as guava and quince will tempt your palate in all manner of pastes, chutneys and sauces. There is also a good selection of ready-to-eat meat and gourmet food products, as well as hard to find cooking ingredients. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood delights |
Shop 29 Sydney Fishmarkets Gipps Street Pyrmont Sydney, NSW 2009 Australia +61 (0)2 9660 5188 |
You know it is fresh when it comes from the Sydney Fish Market, and Claudio's stocks a good range of fish and shellfish. Snapper, perch and barramundi, to name but a few, are displayed on gleaming ice. You will also find crab, prawns, bugs and other shell fish all at reasonable prices. And if you want to make a real meal out of it, there is also a bottle shop in the Fish Markets complex as well as a deli and a greengrocers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Slice of life |
Shop 6, The Grove, 174 Military Road Neutral Bay Sydney, NSW 2089 Australia +61 (0)2 9953 2129 |
Sydney's original organic butcher stocks all the normal butcher items (silverside, topside, hams, sausages, and the like--and an extensive poultry selection). But banish any lingering thoughts of Britain's Mad Cow Disease--Cleaver's is certified by the Biological Farmer's Association, so you can be assured their meat is rich with organic goodness. The staff are friendly and always ready to advise you on your purchases. Be prepared to pay a bit more for these top-quality products. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Food glorious food |
Lower Ground Floor, David Jones Market Street Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 (0)2 9266 5544 |
The DJs Food Hall has the lot and then some. Gourmet delicacies from around Australia and beyond, you can get your weekly groceries here (though you might pay a bit more for them), buy a gastronomic pre-prepared dinner, treat someone to a bottle of truffle oil, or indulge in a dozen oysters washed down with a glass of champagne.Fresh fish, any cut of meat you want, speciality breads, mouth-watering cakes and confectionery ... and three bars, should the need to indulge overcome you whilst taking in the amazing array of food and wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Organic fruit veg and takeaway |
81 Gould Street Bondi Beach Sydney, NSW 2026 Australia +61 2 9365 5098 |
Tucked away on a side street in Sydney's famous Bondi Beach this food store is a treasure known mostly to Bondi Beach locals. Selling a huge range of fresh organic fruits and vegetables to local beachgoers, aside from the fresh produce, they stock a small boutique range of organic products such as yogurt, noodles, breads and cakes. Their fresh juices are the best in Bondi and their takeaway selection is just as hearty. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wine and spirits |
Shop5, 76 Elizabeth Bay Road Elizabeth Bay Sydney, NSW 2011 Australia +61 (0)2 9358 1688 http://www.ebaycellars.com.au |
People come from all over Sydney to visit this liquor store, housed in a gorgeous old deco building (very Elizabeth Bay!) down the lower end. They stock loads of Australian wines (all regions, including some less well-known), and the range of sweet whites and dessert wines is awesome. Take a bottle of traminer and head down to the water's edge for a true Bay experience. Helpful staff are always happy to advise you on your purchases. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh fruit and veg |
321 Darling Street Balmain Sydney, NSW 2041 Australia +61 (0)2 9810 2759 http://www.emiles.com.au fruitandveg@emiles.com.au |
If Emile's looks slightly familiar, it is probably because you have seen it featured as a backdrop to stunning editorial photography for some of Australia's glossier magazines. Photographers and Art Directors delight in Emile's artistic displays of dried chillies, garlic cloves, rows of colored vegetables, and a rainbow of market-fresh fruit packed to the rafters. There are also buckets of beautiful cut flowers out front on the pavement. Fruit 'n veg never looked so good! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small but well-stocked |
4 Heeley Street Paddington Sydney, NSW 2021 Australia +61 (0)2 9360 4242 |
Five Ways has already got a good reputation for a nice drop, with the renowned Royal Hotel on one corner and the famous Four In Hand around another. Plus all those gorgeous little Montmartre-style eateries, and their heaven-in-a-cup coffee. So it makes sense that there is a bottle shop that is fit to uphold tradition and offer tourists and locals great Australian and imported wines (Italian a specialty). They offer tastings on Saturday afternoons. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Get your caffeine fix |
284 Willoughby Road Naremburn Sydney, NSW 2065 Australia +61 (0)2 9906 7388 http://www.forsythcoffee.com.au/ forcof@bigpond.com.au |
If you thought you had entered a coffee-desert, heading North, think again. Forsyths Coffee, up on Willoughby Road, five minutes up the road from Crows Nest (also a good hunting ground for a strong cuppa) is impressive--stocking a stack of deluxe beans and blends for plungers, espresso machines and stove-tops. This is award winning stuff, and not to be missed. They also have over 40 varieties of teas. And if you want to take it really seriously, you can try before you buy in the tasting room! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All Italian Ingredients |
7 Danks Street Waterloo Sydney, NSW 2017 Australia +61 1300 55 2119 |
If you want to cook up an Italian meal and do not know where to get the right ingredients from, then Fratelli Fresh is the best place to head to. This is a food market like no other and is located in a converted warehouse. Everything from canned tomatoes, olive oils, cheese, and pastas can be found here under one roof. Even hard to get ingredients, such as fresh figs and Italian sodas are available here. No wonder that Fratelli Fresh is a prime supplier to many upscale restaurants in Sydney and also to hardcore foodies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Huge choice of wines |
235 Victoria Road Darlinghurst Sydney, NSW 2010 Australia +61 (0)2 9380 6133 garage@solotel.com.au |
With over a thousand different wines to navigate your way through, it is a good thing the garage attendants know their stuff and are more than happy to help. Chances are if you are looking for a bottle to take to dinner, and dinner is one of the Thai places dotted around the area, then a sparkling red may set it off nicely. But ask the experts and test-drive a great Aussie label, or a stunning import today! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Landmark butchers |
17 O'Brien Street Bondi Beach Sydney, NSW 2026 Australia +61 (0)2 9365 4904 |
Something of an institution in Bondi, Hadassa has been around for over 57 years. Currently run by Shraga Jameson, this strictly kosher establishment caters to both Ashkenazi and Sephardi strains of Judaism. You will find mostly lamb, chicken and beef products, all of excellent quality. Try the frankfurts that are free from preservatives, additives and artificial colouring. Or, for a super quick meal, there are ready to eat barbecue chickens, or heat and serve dinners. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Healthy food |
263-265 Bondi Road Bondi Sydney, NSW 2026 Australia +61 2 9365 6008 |
Remember summers at the beach as a kid - all those ice creams and chips? Things have changed (although you can still get a decent ice cream, and a decent bucket of chips, too). Sydney is getting more health-conscious every day and The Health Emporium takes it to a whole new level. Qualified staff, natropaths and herbalists, and shelves upon shelves of remedies, vitamins, organic meat and vegetables, Asian groceries, and nuts galore. There is also a cafe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Herbie's Spices |
745 Darling Street Rozelle Sydney, NSW 2039 Australia +61 (0)2 9555 6035 http://www.herbies.com.au herbie@herbies.com.au |
If your recipe calls for a hard-to-find herb or obscure spice, chances are Herbie will have it. Herbie's shelves are filled with 350 seasonings, most of which are grown overseas and ground locally to retain their potency. There is also a herb and spice plant nursery next door if you want to grow your own. And for total aficionados, Herbie's appreciation classes are packed with piquant information, and they also bring out a news letter every couple of months. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The place for French champagne |
9 Elizabeth Street Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 (0)2 9233 3411 |
In the middle of the financial corridor of Sydney, Hyde Park Cellars is very corporate and everything that goes with that--fast, efficient, and steeped in product knowledge. If you are having a boardroom lunch or want to send a client a bottle of wine as a gift, you cannot do better than Hyde Park for peak professionalism and, of course, great wine. They have a big selection of French champagne too if you are after some expensive fizz. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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European style butcher |
8 Charlotte Street Ashfield Sydney, NSW 2131 Australia +61 (0)2 9798 6406 http://www.iseli.com.au quadran1@bigpond.com |
You would be forgiven for thinking the Swiss Alps were just around the corner when you come to this friendly butchers. Selling high quality meats with a European flavour, this is the place to find delicately spiced sausages and other pork goods, tender cuts of veal and beef and corn fed chickens. They also stock some delicious cooked meats including piquant salami, sliced as you like it, and tasty ham off the bone. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Liquor emporium |
137 Bondi Road Bondi Sydney, NSW 2026 Australia +61 (0)2 9389 6422 http://www.kemenys.com.au orders@kemenys.com.au |
It is called a supermarket, but everyone who knows Kemeny's (and that is pretty much everyone) is aware that this is a liquor mart, and a good one. Great prices on top-shelf and mid-shelf spirits, Australian and imported wines, and boutique and not-so-boutique beers. There is a supermarket section, stocking Hungarian salamis, spices and cakes, but the grog is the reason to brave the Bondi Road traffic. Friendly staff are always on hand to help you find what you want. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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God save the King |
209b Coogee Bay Road Coogee Sydney, NSW 2034 Australia +61 (0)2 9665 5588 |
If you had to nominate an Australian national dish, it would probably be the meat pie. Like those other quintessentially Australian icons (football, kangaroos and Holden cars), the meat pie has a way of evoking the patriot in all of us. King Wally's Pies have a bit of history to them too; they were one of the early winners of the Great Aussie Meat Pie competition at the Royal Easter Show. Made from light, flaky pastry and rich, hearty fillings, favorites like steak and mushroom, and shepherd's with peas and cheese sell like hotcakes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gateaux galore |
255 Glenmore Road Paddington Sydney, NSW 2021 Australia +61 2 9331 1070 http://www.lagerbedor.net |
This wonderful French patisserie looks right at home in the narrow Parisian-style streets of Five Ways, Paddington. And it is no surprise that Sydney's French community flocks here to savour the delights of old-fashioned recipe baguettes, wholemeal country loaves, light, buttery croissants and baked-to-perfection brioches. Authentic and delicious, try avoiding the light, creamy gateaux at your peril and you will be missing out on a treat. Everything is freshly baked so you can be sure of flaky pastry and soft bread. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Organic and natural food |
31-35 Oxford Street Bondi Junction Sydney, NSW 2022 Australia +61 (0)2 9389 7611 http://www.macrowholefoods.com.au organic@macrowholefoods.com.au |
If you are sceptical about the benefits of a macrobiotic lifestyle, just take a look at the staff here, all of whom are positively glowing with health. Macro is a mini-supermarket of super-healthy fruit and vegetables, tofu, nuts, grains, cheeses and a plethora of soy products (no meat). Naturopaths are available to dispense herbal remedies and provide advice. And homecooked food from the adjoining cafe (with loads of take-away options) is a must. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Best cake shop on Norton Street |
130 Norton Street Leichhardt Sydney, NSW 2040 Australia +61 (02) 9569 8378 |
Continental pastries, biscuits and wedding cakes are the order of the day at this busy shop located in the heart of Leichhhardt's Norton Street. Another popular line is the range of three-dimensional cakes available upon request, such as crocquembouche or designs depicting favourite cars, sporting events or family celebrations. All the delights are freshly baked and made with the finest quality ingredients. The shop also supplies a number of local restaurants and retail outlets. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Let them eat cake |
Shop 21, Norton Plaza, Norton Street Leichhardt Sydney, NSW 2040 Australia +61 (0)2 9572 6733 |
Now part of Dobinson's chain of cake shops, Mignon sells a range of freshly baked bread and cakes, as well as a tempting selection of sausage rolls and meat pies. There are tempting cream cakes and sumptuous chocolate gateaus and a pleasing range of biscuits too, all representing good value for money. They also cater for parties and make birthday cakes in any size or shape. Staff are friendly and helpful. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Specialist bakery |
87-89 Moore Street Leichhardt Sydney, NSW 2040 Australia +61 (02) 9569 6688 http://www.moores.com.au moores@moores.com.au |
While the main bakery is located in inner-west Leichhardt, this firm also retails its products around the country. The Leichhardt outlet has its own cafe and is heavily patronised during the lunch period. Special lines such as yeast-free, gluten-free and wheat-free bread are always available. They also sell pastries, pies and cakes including a divine kringel which will solve your dinner-party problems. The external "graffiti boards" are another innovation and have helped to damp down vandalism within the local area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Say Cheese |
797 Military Road Mosman Sydney, NSW 2088 Australia +61 (0)2 9969 4469 |
What else do you call a shop filled with over 180 varieties of cheese at any one time? The Cheese Shop's vast array of cheeses come from all over Australia and the world, including boutique cheese makers such as Milawa, King Island and Ossau-Iraty. The Cheese Shop also stocks a larder of deli items and small goods (since they know you will be wanting some water crackers and maybe a few olives), and serve ice cream in refreshing flavors like watermelon and peach. But cheese, in all its glorious incarnations, is the order of the day. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gourmet foods |
Grosvenor Lane Neutral Bay Sydney, NSW 2089 Australia +61 (0)2 9953 0854 |
Established in 1989, Mr Gordon sells a tempting range of gourmet meats and pre-cooked meals to make cooking that little bit easier. The Gold Medal Snagman sausages are a must for any barbecue, as are the kebabs and chicken pieces. There are also marinated meats and rolled roasts as well as ready to cook stir fries. Choose from salads, pies, sandwiches, pasta sauces and soups if you want something in a hurry that is full of flavour and healthy too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh fish daily |
Shop 6, Waterfront Arc, Sydney Fish Markets Pyrmont Sydney, NSW 2009 Australia +61 (0)2 9660 4255 |
Established in 1977, this was one of the very first outlets within the Sydney Fish Market. Now into their third generation, the business is still going strong. Selling top quality fresh and frozen fish, you can choose from an extensive range that covers about 130 varieties. And if you need advice, well-informed staff can give you top tips on cooking, storage, recipes and catering as well as the right fish for you. There is also a sashimi bar and a restaurant where they will cook whatever you want anyway you like it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fresh seafood |
163 Bondi Road Bondi Sydney, NSW 2026 Australia +61 2 9389 4227 |
Do not let this magic seafood deli escape your attention, it is a seafood-lover's dream. They sell dozens of varieties of sushi and sashimi, fabulous fillets of any number of varieties of fish, squid, marinades and tip-top cutlets. And if you cannot be bothered to cook your own, you can pick up a mouth-watering portion of freshly fried fish and chips. There is no getting away - you will be hooked! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eat your greens |
15 Dover Road Rose Bay Sydney, NSW 2029 Australia +61 (0)2 9371 0870 |
Once inside, you will be agog at the size of Parisi's--vast aisles filled with all sorts of unusual and exotic fruit and vegetables from all parts of the world (this is the place to impress your foodie friends with your procurement of hard-to-find produce like Japanese pumpkin). There is also a section set aside for salads, pastas and homemade yogurts, and some deli items too. Be prepared to pay a bit more for these top quality items. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mama Mia |
186-188 Harris Street Pyrmont Sydney, NSW 2009 Australia +61 (0)2 9692 0199 |
The Mama of all pasta shops, Pasta Vera's delectable gourmet pasta, noodles and sauces are homemade on the premises every day. The extensive variety includes 25 different kinds of ravioli alone such as beetroot with ricotta, lemon and marjoram, Moreton Bay bugs with roasted capsicums and duck with pistachio nuts. You do not have to wait to get home to try these delights, as there is a smart cafe and pasta bar on the premises. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pasta galore |
45 Albion Street Surry Hills Sydney, NSW 2010 Australia +61 (0)2 9281 0267 http://www.pastabilities.com.au |
The pastabilities are literally endless ... fresh pasta in all shapes from lasagne to ravioli, in imaginative varieties like squid ink and cracked pepper. There are also fresh sauces from the traditional such as Bolognese to some with a twist, like rocket and almond pesto. And do not miss the dessert ravioli filled with dried fruit and nuts. More than a few of Sydney's finer Italian restaurants use Pastabilities pasta, and it's also available from selected gourmet shops and delicatessens. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional butchers |
18 Bungan Street Mona Vale Sydney, NSW 2103 Australia +61 (0)2 9997 1581 |
This business found its roots in Kings Cross in 1880. Then, it was run by Penny's great-great-grandfather Cliff. Now, with two locations in North Sydney, there is even more chance to sample some great old-fashioned service as well as being able to buy some of the freshest, high quality meat products in town. It is worth going along just to have a look at the ever-changing window displays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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High quality, best value |
57 Anzac Parade Kensington Sydney, NSW 2033 Australia +61 (0)2 9662 1099 http://www.petersofkensington.... enquiries@petersofkensington.com.au |
Peters of Kensington has grown from a small, suburban gift shop into a three-storey shopping Mecca and tourist destination. Its stock is quite extraordinary and ranges from cookware to tableware, home ware, small kitchen appliances, giftware, cosmetics, toys and books. There is also a gourmet food section. A coffee shop, bridal registry, corporate gift service, mail order and free gift-wrapping complete the experience. Try to avoid the weekends (especially over the Christmas period) when the crush becomes almost unbearable. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Thai supermarket |
40 Campbell Street Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 (0)2 9211 2208 |
Used to be that going out to Thai was a trendy enough thing to do, but if you really want to make an impression, you will want to cook it yourself. Pontip has all your Thai culinary needs "Thai-d up" in one tiny, crammed shop. They sell everything you could possibly need for an authentic Thai dish, including chillies, basils, melons, mangoes, duck eggs, tamarind, coconut milk and curry powders. Restaurateurs across Sydney shop here so that must give you a good indication of the quality. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Poultry warehouse shop |
2-4 Nelson Road Yennora Sydney, NSW 2161 Australia +61 (0)2 9681 5833 |
Poultry Traders International has been operating since 1986 selling, as the name suggests, fresh and frozen chicken, turkey, game and duck and other poultry-related products. Essentially a wholesale trader, their factory shop is open to the public and offers great savings on their products. They specialise in Halal killed chickens, Chinese and Western style duck, Portuguese style chicken and burgers and whole-marinated poultry. Prices available on request--contact the office. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gourmet foods |
235 Victoria Street Darlinghurst Sydney, NSW 2010 Australia +61 (0)2 9360 1011 |
With so many swanky new apartments being built in the near vicinity, a proper Provedore was not before its time. Pelagio is the place for Darlinghurst chefs and would-be chefs to pick and choose from absolutely first-class fruits, vegetables, cheeses, organic meat, and chef-extraordinary Charmaine Solomon's sauces. There are some absolutely sinful desserts and chocolates, and, being Darlo, the coffee is spot-on. Much of the produce is Australian grown or produced. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Health Emporium |
53 Glebe Point Road Glebe Sydney, NSW 2037 Australia +61 (0)2 9552 4055 |
There are 11 Russell's health food shops located around Sydney, but the flagship store in Glebe is the original and the best--over 800 square metres of supermarket-style shelves stocked with nuts, grains, pulses, cereals, organic vegetables, snacks and sweets, and hundreds of different kinds of vitamins. There is also a deli down the back of the store for fresh, healthy take-away food such as rice muffins, spinach rolls, polenta slices and the like to satisfy even the healthiest appetite. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From Russia with love |
131 Bondi Road Bondi Sydney, NSW 2026 Australia +61 (0)2 9387 6313 |
As Russian as a bottle of Smirnof on a cold winter's day, Russkis has Russian staples that ex-pats would cross continents for: chicken liver pate, pickled and stuffed eggplants, cabbage rolls, and rissoles. They also stock a tempting range of small goods like Russian and Polish sausage, pastrami, salmon roe and eel. And of course, they sell caviar--five different kinds to be exact--so you are spoilt for choice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bellissimo deli |
237 Kingsgrove Road Kingsgrove Sydney, NSW 2208 Australia +61 (0)2 9554 3664 |
Walking into this well stocked deli is like encountering a slice of Italy in the middle of Sydney. Freshly made pasta, dark, red prosciutto, hard, crumbly cheeses and rich tomato sauces line the counters, whilst hanging above are deeply coloured, extra spicy salamis. You can also pick up fresh eggs, soft baked bread and strong Italian coffee. And owner Sam Tassone is always on hand to help you find that elusive recipe ingredient, or to offer advice on any of the products in stock. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Frozen delights |
333 Enmore Road Marrickville Sydney, NSW 2204 Australia +61 (0)2 9557 8986 |
This designer-label ice cream comes in one hundred flavors, from the haute de couture like black sesame, to a very chic French vanilla, to the sweetest strawberry imaginable. Serendipity is sold at gourmet supermarkets and food halls including David Jones, Five Star Gourmet Foods and Queen Street Deli in Woollahra, and at the company's own "dessert restaurants" Passionflower I and II in the city and Darling Harbour respectively. But here is the scoop: if you are down Enmore Road, Marrickville, you will find the factory outlet, which also sells to the public. Now that is serendipity! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Foodie heaven |
181 Harris Street Pyrmont Sydney, NSW 2009 Australia +61 (0)2 9552 2522 http://www.simonjohnson.com pyrmont@simonjohnson.com |
In a city that worships food, this man has a God-like status. This is Sydney's original and undisputedly finest gourmet grocer, retailing internationally-sourced home wares and accoutrements for domestic kitchens, restaurants and hotels. But the big draw card is the food: bread, cheese, a complete charcuterie, fish, grain rice and flour, olive oil, olives, pates and tapenades, pasta, pantry supplies, porcini and truffles, preserves spreads and sauces, sweet delicacies, teas and coffee, and vinegar. Check the calendar for cooking and wine demonstrations and courses. Check the website for details on Additional Branches. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A work of art |
96 Oxford Street Paddington Sydney, NSW 2021 Australia +61 (0)2 9361 6617 http://www.sweetart.com.au sales@sweetart.com.au |
These works of art (to call them 'cakes' is like implying the Sistine Chapel is an ordinary church) are magnificent. Meticulously sculpted from marzipan and icing, Sweet Art's creations are famous all over Australia and would make Michelangelo proud. Let Sweet Art design something for your next special occasion, birthday, wedding or function and do not be afraid to dig in--they taste as scrumptious as they look. But take photos first. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Scrumptious delights |
39 Argyle Street The Rocks Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 (0)2 9247 8117 |
Incorporating a well stocked deli and trendy cafe, this place is literally bulging with foodie delights to tempt even the fussiest of palates. Whole fruit jams, flavoursome cheeses, home-made cakes, pasta sauces and freshly baked breads overflow from the shelves and conveniently find their way into your basket. The cafe serves up a mouth-watering array of flaky pastry pies and sausage rolls, tasty meze plates and filling sandwiches; and the best seat in the house is a table on the pavement where you can soak up all the atmosphere that the historic Rocks area can throw at you. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Freshest fish in the city |
Locked Bag 247, Bank Street Pyrmont Sydney, NSW 2009 Australia +61 2 9004 1100 http://www.sydneyfishmarket.co... supplydept@sydneyfishmarket.com.au |
The biggest fish market in the Southern Hemisphere, every weekday morning at 5a, Sydney's best restaurateurs clamour for the catch of the day, all 65 tonnes of fresh catch in the 500-seat auction room. But it is not just a wholesale market; Sydneysiders trawl the retail outlets for the freshest fish, crabs, clams, lobster and a myriad of sea-creatures. There are also eateries where you can enjoy sushi or fish and chips. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Turning Japanese |
Shop 27, Northbridge Plaza, Sailors Bay Road Northbridge Sydney, NSW 2063 Australia +61 (0)2 9958 6860 http://www.northbridgeplaza.co... tokyo@tokyomart.com.au |
You will think you really are cruising the aisles of a supermarket somewhere in the streets of Tokyo when you come inside Tokyo Mart. Intricately packaged goods line the shelves, containing delights such as nikoy-akakun shiba (sweets); aji sung gai (pickled veges); and oodles of noodles and rice. Cooking implements and serving bowls are also sold here. It is fairly expensive, but that means it is as authentic as it gets. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Belgian delights |
Shop B10 Skygarden Shopping Centre Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 (0)2 9221 4020 http://www.vanderwee.com.au info@vanderwee.com.au |
Now you could not get more Belgian than this. Owners Hendrik and Hilde Vanderwee-Rosseel have been importing handmade chocolates from the artisan chocolatiers of Bruges in Belgium since 1995. And they certainly seem to have quite a following. Made from fresh, natural ingredients, varieties include pralines, ganaches and creams. And if you do not have time to make it to the city yourself, they offer a mail order service. Review © 2007, Wcities |