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25.01.2022 HAPPY FRIDAY! I pick bottle
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23.01.2022 Union Place Hotel Jannali www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/unionplacehotel Well if Spring hasn’t sprung at UPH then I don’t know what has! ... / A few weeks ago, we got the pleasure of tasting the long awaited (thanks Covid! ) menu!!! So... here’s a sneak peak of the new dishes coming soon at UPH & of course, their new cocktails which are available NOW! / If you don’t have plans for this weekend yet, here’s a subtle reminder that you can try the new cocktails during happy hour for just $12!!! Book a spot on the gorgeous terrace Thursday - Saturday 7.00 - 9.00pm or Sunday’s with live music 2.00 - 5.00pm #unionplacehotel #pubfood #jannali #cocktails #happyhour #spring #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
23.01.2022 The Majestic Indian Restaurant Sutherland Indian Share Menu, BYO, Kid Friendly, Pet Friendly & Outdoor Seating https://www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/themajesticindian... The Majestic Indian Restaurant in Sutherland serves some of the best Indian I’ve ever had! They say In Indian culture, eating isn’t just about feeding the body but also feeding the soul - our takeaway and restaurant engages all of your senses, I couldn’t agree more. You walk away feeling so satisfied from the food, the staff and the overall experience. / Every dish from entree to main was perfect; the sizzing tandoori platter was a delish started, the butter chicken is always a crowd fave and the Prawn Malabari was also a winner. Great to try something different! / Oh and if you love cheese naan, you must try this one, I’ve never had a naan so cheesy before! / The Majestic Indian, perfect for family dinners with the kiddies. #themajesticindian #sutherland #indianfood #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
23.01.2022 PSA: NEW MENU LAUNCHING TONIGHT AT @unionplacehotel There are so many delicious new items & it’s hard to pick favourites, but... these would be mine : Burrata; Pickled Fennel, Tapenade, Nuts & Seeds, Mint, grilled sour dough Bresaola Salad; Smoked Mozzarella, Autumn Leaves, Fresh Ricotta, Fennel, Grapes, Pecan, Balsamic Dressing... Charred Octopus Salad; Chorizo, Kipfler Potato, Capsicum, Tomato, Tuscan Kale, Cannellini, Parsley, Black Mayonnaise Head to www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/unionplacehotel to check our the new menu & make a booking!!! See more
22.01.2022 Kuroneko Ramen Sutherland Japanese | Ramen Kid Friendly, Outdoor Seating, Share Menu & BYO https://www.theshirefoodie.com.au/re/kuronekoramennoodlebar... In a recent Q&A I conducted on Instagram I had loads of you telling me to try Kuroneko Ramen Noodle Bar at Sutherland and I’m SO GLAD I DID! YUM! / Kuroneko, located in Sutherland is a Japanese Ramen Noodle Bar that you have to try. The staff are so friendly and you feel so welcome the moment you step inside. The menu offers starters like Edamame, Gyoza, Pork Buns and Dumplings. For mains you have Ramen, Udon, Donburi (rice bowl dish), Sushi and ample Vegetarian and Gluten Free options. / The Gyoza was perfect, with that crispy pan fried coating and the dumplings in the spicy chilli oil are so damn moreish. The Spicy Ramen was everything you’d expect and if you don’t like spice than the Kara-age Chicken Udon is perfect. The broth is light in flavour but combined with the Kara-age, the flavours and textures balance perfectly. / Kuroneko is perfect for families as its great value for money, BYO and kid friendly. Be sure to call up and book a table though as on any given night it’s packed! #kuroneko #kuronekoramennoodlebar #ramen #japanese #sutherland #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
22.01.2022 7th Heaven Cafe Sutherland Check out 7th Heaven Cafe in the ‘Cafe’ or ‘Sutherland’ section on the website (link in bio) 7th Heaven Cafe in Sutherland continually impresses me with their service, menu variety and delicious coffee! . Bonus points for having ample organic, raw, vegan and GF options too.... / Featuring an all day brunch menu (my fave) and food presentation perfect for an Instagram upload, 7th Heaven will quite quickly become one of your fave cafes / My all time favourite breakfast option is the Truffle Mushroom Bruschetta, every bite is absolute heaven #7thheavencafe #cafe #sutherland #coffee #spring #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
20.01.2022 Espressa Illawong Illawong Cafe Outdoor Seating, Kid Friendly & Pet Friendly www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/espressaillawong... Espressa Illawong is the perfect little cafe for those residing in 2234. Open seven days a week for breakfast and lunch, eat in or takeaway, Espressa have got you covered. / The Avocado on Toast and Acai Bowl are my favourite picks - the tomato and feta are always a great addition to the avocado and the acai bowl is easily one of the best in The Shire. The coffee is fantastic and I can guarantee you’ll be served with a smile. / Next time you’re in the area, definitely pop into Espressa Illawong for a coffee or a bite to eat, you can even get your weekly Coles shop done while you’re there :) #espressaillawong #illawong #cafe #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
19.01.2022 Bianchinis Gymea Gymea Cafe Outdoor Seating, Group Vibe, Kid Friendly & Pet Friendly www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/bianchinisgymea ... I’ve been visiting Bianchini’s at Gymea for years now and the food and coffee never disappoints. Located just off Gymea Bay Road, the cafe pockets the morning Sun which is just heavenly. / The bacon and egg roll is AMAZING and definitely sits within my top 5 in The Shire, along with the Corn Fritters. Unlike some, these fritters are actually filled with corn, aren’t heavy and are super tasty! / Grab the kids, grab the dog and head on down to Bianchini’s for a much deserved brunch with the family. #bianchinis #gymea #cafe #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
17.01.2022 RUSHI Cronulla https://www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/rushi Rushi, pronounced, Roo-Shee is a quaint little cafe located in the corner of Chain Reaction in Cronulla. ... / On the menu you’ll find some brekkie faves but always with a Japanese twist. I’ve said this once and I’ll say it again, if you haven’t tried Rushi’s Parmesan Shallot Scrambled Eggs, you have not LIVED! The only way I’ll let it slide is if you don’t like eggs, in which case there are so many other options. But seriously I have dreams about the eggs so please try. / The staff are super friendly, the coffee is great, you can bring your pup, sit outside and leave with a few sweet treats for the afternoon. The Mini Banana Loaf is a must. #rushi #rushicronulla #cronulla #thesutherlandshire #brunch #brekkie #cafe #theshirefoodie @ RUSHI See more
17.01.2022 Papa Js Cronulla Tapas | Cocktails Share Menu, Cocktails, Perfect for Dates & Group Vibe https://www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/papajs... Papa J’s, Cronulla’s newest venue, is a 1950’s glitz and glam lounge bar, opening on Tuesday 6th April. / This week, we had the luxury of attending a VIP night and whilst expectations were already quite high given the team owns both Jensens and Summer Salt, the experience just blew us away!!! From the moment we stepped inside, to the hours spent in the venue, the service was incredible, the music was a HUGE vibe and the food and drinks were outstanding. / My absolute favourite way to eat is exactly how Papa J’s have prepared their menu, share plates which go hand in hand with a glass of wine or cocktail. The stand out food items were the Smokey bbq glaze Black Angus skewers and Crispy pork belly san choy bow. The steak literally melted in your mouth and the pork belly was glazed over with a sticky caramel sauce that you legitimately could drink. / We loved all the cocktails as they were each so unique. The Alchemist blew me away with Ink Gin combined with yuzu, watermelon and guava and the El Conquistador with charred pineapple Tromba Tequila was one I’d never think to order but was pleasantly surprised by the flavours. / Papa J’s, PERFECT for date night, girls night in style or a swing by drink when you’re feeling a little lush. / Open 7 days a week. No bookings. Walk ins only. #papajs #cometopapas #tapas #shareplates #cocktails #cronulla #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
14.01.2022 Montien Thai Kitchen Cronulla www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/montienthaikitchen Montien Thai Kitchen is easily one of my favourite Thai’s in The Shire! In fact, it would be my favourite ‘dine in’ Thai as it’s just so gorgeous. Boasting with pink neon lights, quirky wallpaper, great tunes and beautifully presented food.... / The food is always quality and I can’t ever go past the Red Duck Curry. If you like spice, I also recommend the Crying Tiger, its phenomenal with the meat always so tender. / Montien Thai Kitchen is a win win all round - great for a date, cocktails with the girls, group lunch with the ‘feed me’ menu or a family dinner when you can’t be bothered to cook (hot tip - you can bring your wine with you or order a cocktail from their menu). #montienthaikitchen #montien #cronulla #thesutherlandshire #dinner #thai #theshirefoodie @ Montien Thai Kitchen See more
13.01.2022 Sealevel Restaurant Cronulla Seafood + Modern Australian Views, Perfect for Dates, Set Menu, Share Menu, BYO, Cocktails & Group Vibe www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/sealevel ... Sealevel is one of the few venues in Cronulla with incredible views, featuring a panoramic ocean view over the beautiful Cronulla Beach. / The menu offers fresh, modern Australian food with a focus on seafood, and let’s be honest, did you even go to Sealevel if you didn’t order the Seafood Platter?! / The Seafood Platter for two is my absolute FAVE in The Shire, featuring Sydney rock oysters, fresh blue swimmer crab, balmain bugs, smoked salmon, fresh and barbecue prawns, scallops, beer battered fish, barbecued octopus, crispy semolina squid, tropical fruit and chips, plus the option of adding lobster mornay. / With an extensive wine, beer and cocktail list plus the option of bringing your own favourite wine or champagne, Sealevel is the ultimate spot for a special occasion, celebration or date night. / Sealevel is BYO (Wine and Champagne). $8pp corkage fee. #sealevel #cronulla #seafood #oceanview #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
12.01.2022 HAPPY WORLD COCKTAIL DAY / We’re spoilt for choice in The Shire with so many venues offering fresh, fruity, floral, zesty & sweet cocktails! In no particular order, here are my top 10: Union Place Hotel @conyscronulla... Papa Js Baker Lane Cronulla Alphabet St. Crust Cronulla CC Babcoq 3 Doors Down Bar Croydon Lane Wine and Tapas Bar The Botanical at Highfield Caringbah / Tag your favourite cocktail venue below #worldcocktailday See more
12.01.2022 Georgie Porgies Café Miranda Cafe Kid friendly & outdoor seating www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/georgieporgies... Located just outside Miranda Westfield, Georgie Porgies is one of my favourite cafes to stop at if I’m doing a spot of shopping. A great cafe for a quick coffee, a scrumptious brunch or lunch with friends. / There are plenty of options to choose on the menu along with various sweets at the counter. The coffee was pretty damn good (and let’s be honest, you need that when shopping!) and the pancakes of the day were up there with the best I’ve ever had. #georgieporgies #cafe #miranda #westfield #westfieldmiranda #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
10.01.2022 left_bower Sutherland Cafe Pet Friendly, Kid Friendly + Outdoor Seating www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/leftbower... Left Bower, located on the Western side of Sutherland is housed in a cosy little caravan, neatly tucked away on the side street of East Parade. Step inside and you’ll find yourself taken aback a few decades, circa 1950, with tables, chairs and crockery all playing the part. / The menu offers some specialties including Bower Eggs Benny, French Toast and a, Veggie Patch but also ‘Less wanky options’ (promise this is what they’re named, ha!), namely your classics; scrambled eggs, avo toast, bacon and Egg roll etc. / Left Bower is great value for money and won’t break your bank over whichever option you choose. #leftbower #sutherland #cafe #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
09.01.2022 Betty's Burgers & Concrete Co. Miranda + Cronulla Burgers Kid Friendly, Outdoor Seating & Group Vibe https://www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/bettysburgers ... Betty’s Burgers recently opened up in Miranda Westfield, right where Mejico used to be and boy has it launched with a BANG. I’ve popped over a few times since the opening and there’s been a line every time. The line does move fast though so don’t let that scare you away! / Both the Crispy Chicken and the Deluxe with Angus Beef were winners. The chicken was exactly how it said, nice and crispy with not too much batter and the Angus Beef was thick and juicy, just how I like it. / To finish, we tried a Cookie Butter ‘Concrete’ which exceeded all expectations. Think a cross between ginger bread and a moist cookie with a delicious caramel/cinnamon gooey sauce DROOL. / The staff were super on the ball, friendly and quick to serve our food. Yes, the prices at Betty’s are a little higher than your average burger shop but they 100% deliver. #bettys #bettysburgers #burgers #concrete #miranda #cronulla #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
09.01.2022 Wheat & Barrel Cronulla Cronulla www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/wheatandbarrel Wheat and Barrel is a boutique Italian pasta and wine bar located right by South Cronulla Beach. The restaurant specialises in artisan fresh pasta, state-of-the-art tap wine along with premium wines sourced from near and far.... / The meals are authentic and fresh and you can even watch your food being made in the open kitchen if you don’t believe me / Wheat and Barrel is perfect for a birthday lunch, date night or a family catch up. Be sure to try the Calamarata, its easily my fave pick of the menu. / Life is about the simple things, good pasta, good wine and creating amazing memories - Wheat and Barrel. #wheatandbarrel #italian #cronulla #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #theshirefoodie @ Wheat & Barrel Cronulla See more
09.01.2022 Rocksalt Menai Menai Modern Australian Outdoor Seating, Group Vibe, Kid Friendly, Perfect for Dates, BYO + Cocktails www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/rocksalt ... Rocksalt, located in Menai offers a Modern Australian cuisine and an extensive beer, wine and cocktail list, with the option of BYO. / Rocksalt has been in operation for over 10 years and never fails to please! The restaurant itself is stunning, the food is always presented beautifully and the service is like no other. The staff are really friendly, attentive and are bound to make your dining experience a great one. / Perfect for a celebration, birthday or date night, the menu offers something for everyone and what’s even better is that midweek you can grab two courses for $51. Choose a wine from the list or bring your own, you’ll be happy either way. #rocksalt #menai #modernaustralian #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
08.01.2022 WIN WIN WIN! Enter to win a personalised STRAWBERRY letter box filled with all the goodies from @sugarmeupbox! HOW TO ENTER: Follow @theshirefoodie_... Follow @sugarmeupbox Share this post to your story (DM screenshot if your account is private) Tag 3 friends in the comments The winner will be announced Monday 21st September 2020. The 1 x lucky winner will receive a personalised strawberry letter box (delivery to The Shire, Sydney only). Valued at $45. Colour theme and letter of choice. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Instagram. See more
08.01.2022 It's official... The Shire Foodie has 10,000 followers!!! / A HUGE thank you to everyone who follows my journey, I appreciate every single one of you! / I truly believe good food is the foundation for genuine happiness and when I see or receive feedback that you guys have had an awesome experience somewhere as a result of my recommendation, I honestly get the biggest smile on my face! ... / THANK YOU x See more
06.01.2022 Alphabet St. Cronulla www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/alphabetst Alphabet St is I.N.C.R.E.D.I.B.L.E! The food, the cocktails, the vibe, the tunes EVERYTHING! ... / Featuring an authentic modern asian cuisine with views over the park and beach, Alphabet St is easily one of the top restaurants in Cronulla / I think it’s safe to say if you haven’t tried the famous Apple Martini (also available at @giro_osteria) then you’re in the minority It’s simple yet so delicious and super hard to replicate (tried and tested throughout many nights in isolation). For food, The Miang’s are little flavour pocket rockets that I never leave off an order and the Pong gari curry is like no other curry I’ve had before, it’s essentially a party in your mouth / You definitely can’t just rock up and snag a table, you’ll need to make a booking in advance, so gather your friends and click here to book for a night of delicousness. Best for dates and catchups with friends. / Alphabet St is BYO, excluding Friday and Saturday evenings. #alphabetst #asian #cronulla #cocktails #spring #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
04.01.2022 3 Doors Down Bar Menai Tapas Perfect for Dates, Live Music, Share Menu, Set Menu + Cocktails www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/3doorsdown ... 3 Doors Down, formerly known as Rocksalt Tapas recently had a makeover with the venue now transformed into a ‘speakeasy inspired’ lounge bar. / From the moment you open the the dark wooden doors, you’ll enter a dimly lit space with chilled tunes and quirky decor where you’ll know you’re in for a good time. 3 Doors Down is best for a date night, catch up with your bestie or a small get together as you’ll find yourself cosying up on a lounge, bar table or even a wine barrel. / ... click the link in bio to read more #3doorsdown #tapas #bar #cocktails #menai #speakeasy #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
01.01.2022 The Big Mexican Rancho Gymea Bay www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/thebigmexicanrancho Why it took me so long to visit The Big Mexican Rancho, I don’t know but what I do know is that I’LL BE BACK!!!... / The Big Mexican Rancho totally lived up to the expectations of being as close to traditional Mexican as you can get in The Shire. The meals are huge and considering how much you get it’s definitely good value for money. The Chile Relleno was my favourite starter I can’t ever go past a stuffed capsicum and for mains, the Prawn Yucatan was insane. / The vibe is like no other, it depends what you’re after but just picture Mexican decorations everywhere in sight, plastic ‘school’ chairs and bright tablecloths ;) It’s vibrant, fun and there is loads to choose from on the menu, plus its BYO so fantastic for a group dinner. #thebigmexicanrancho #mexican #gymea #gymeabay #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #theshirefoodie See more
01.01.2022 BoccaBocca Caringbah www.theshirefoodie.com.au/reccos/boccabocca Newish to The Shire dining scene, Bocca Bocca opened in Caringbah during February 2020. Bocca Bocca is inspired by Napoli and the Mediterranean at large with authentic Neapolitan style pizzas, traditional pastas, fresh salads, cocktails, delish starters and sides ... / We dined here a few weeks ago under a 90 minute seating and whilst the experience did feel a little rushed, we were completely understandable of the time limit in place. To be honest, it was probably better for our waist lines that we didn’t have time to order a dessert, however we definitely will be next time / The top picks of the night were the Meat Lovers Pizza and Nonna’s Ragu, super tasty and in fact, reminded me of eating in Italy / I’d recommend Bocca Bocca if you have a large group and/or with kiddies, the restaurant is huge and bustling so making noise isn’t a biggie. Plus, they have a great list of wines and cocktails for the group to enjoy! / Bocca Bocca is fully licensed, no BYO. #boccabocca #italian #caringbah #cocktails #spring #thesutherlandshire #dinner #lunch #brunch #brekkie #theshirefoodie See more
01.01.2022 LUCKY CATS OUT OF THE BAG! Rumours have it that we are opening a POP UP Chinese restaurant! Rumours can be confirmed as TRUE! Follow us @johnny_hu_chinese for all updates!