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Welcome to style seekers winter edition If you think winter is shorthand for buttoning up and hunkering down, it’s time to reconsider. The brisker months see Sydney turn up the wattage on its trademark sparkle, thanks to a rush of cultural energy with a life of its own. This issue of Style Seekers is designed to help you shake off the urge to hibernate and count down to the season ahead. We meet Jess Scully, the arts maestro behind Sydney’s Vivid Ideas festival, go behind-thescenes with Allpress, a roaster famous for flavoursome espresso, and swap design inspiration with Richard Munao, the curator and founder of furniture label Cult. Nothing sums up Sydney’s status as a design capital quite like Alexandria and Rosebery, an industrial precinct that’s sparking the city’s most inventive businesses. In this issue, we explore local furniture studios, caffeine temples and eateries responsible for pushing the neighbourhood’s creative boundaries before swinging by Donny’s, a small bar bringing New York design nous to surf-mad Manly. In our world, an inner-city cold spell is best fixed by hitting the open road. This year, we combined seaside vistas with wine bars and markets via a weekend on the Central Coast. In Sydney, there’s no shortage of antidotes to the cold weather blues. Grab your coat, don a scarf and make the most of the big chill. Enjoy! Victoria Moxey Publisher STYLE SEEKERS INTRO 1
contributors Daniel Boud is a photographer and portrait maestro. He photographed Jess Scully (p.92) and furniture curator Richard Munao (p.28) as part of this issue’s Sydney Style Setters series. danielboud.com LJStyling Lydia Jane Saunders (director of LJStyling) and stylist Gemma Le Vin worked their magic on Matt Clifton, owner of Donny’s Bar (p.54). “The dapper winter clothing made for a fabulous shoot.” lydiajanesaunders.com fashionstylistaustralia.com Neha Kale is a freelance journalist and our own contributing editor. She is responsible for this issue’s features including Vivid’s Jess Scully (p.92). “Scully’s a dream interview subject. Her energy is contagious.” nehakale.com Peter Collie is a fashion & commercial photographer whose work has appeared in Vogue, Elle, New York Magazine and GQ among others. He photographed Matt Clifton for ‘Raising the Bar’ (p.54) and cover. petercollie.com
Published by Urban Walkabout, 120A Devonshire Street, Surry Hills, NSW 2010 Phone 02 9698 4115 Email info@urbanwalkabout.com Web urbanwalkabout.com Publisher Victoria Moxey Contributing Editor Neha Kale Business Manager Katrina Adams Senior Account Managers Catherine Cairns & Suzanne Ladkin Production & Online Coordinator Karis Bowry Production & Marketing Coordinator Brigitte Dagg Design Alex de Bonis Layout Design Bianca Chu Feature Photography Daniel Boud and Peter Collie Other Photography Contributors Anna Montemayor, Cameron Zegers, Carolina Falk, Helen White, James Patrick, Kendra McCarthy, Natalia Maximoff, Matt Hoggett. Other Editorial Contributors Harry Azidis Cover Credits: Photography by Peter Collie (petercollie.com) May 2014 Circulation 80,000 ©2014 Urban Walkabout. All rights reserved.
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CHAPTERS FASHION & BEAUTY 8 DESIGN & INTERIORS 22 CAFES & RESTAURANTS 32 BARS & NIGHTLIFE 52 ESCAPE & EXPLORE 70 ARTS & CULTURE 82
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STYLE SETTERS SERIES #6 DESIGN FOR LIFE: RICHARD MUNAO FROM CULT 28 CHANGE OF ART: JESS SCULLY FROM VIVID IDEAS 92 In This Issue 1 Welcome 4 Sydney At A Glance 6 Sydney Neighbourhoods 42 Sydney Coffee Trail 46 Freshly Picked 48 Flavour First 54 Raising The Bar 60 Sydney Bar Trail 66 A Night to Remember 68 Winter Bucket List 72 Captains of the Industry: A Guide to Alexandria & Rosebery 78 Secret Sydney 80 Weekend Getaway: Central Coast 84 Don’t Miss Diary Dates 95 Bright Lights, Big City STYLE SEEKERS INTRO 3
sydney at a glance
160,000 NUMBER OF CARS, TRUCKS AND TAXIS THAT MAKE THE JOURNEY ACROSS THE SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE ON A DAILY BASIS.
20 M The height of the Claret Ash— the deciduous tree most likely to blanket Sydney streets with crunchy, red-and-gold leaves. 4 INTRO STYLE SEEKERS
GETTING AROUND Taxis are expensive and incur a 10% surcharge if you pay by card—they’re also twice as hard to find if there’s a festival or event on. Luckily, Sydney has plenty of public transport options including light rail, ferry and bus. You can find timetables and route information online at 131300.com.au.
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The percentage of Sydneysiders born overseas and a compelling explanation of why your most-loved winter meal may come with a spice quotient.
MONEY FOR FREE International tourists are entitled to claim a 10% refund on the goods and services tax (GST) charged on purchases made in Australia. This refund is only relevant to purchases over $300 that are carried onto an aircraft in hand luggage.
13% The percentage of the world’s known Eucalyptus species found in the Blue Mountains, a heritage-listed national park precinct that’s also Sydney’s favourite foglaced winter escape.
DINING ETIQUETTE Sydney restaurants generally don’t accept reservations for less than six people—turn up, leave your name at the door and enjoy a pre-dinner drink if a table isn’t ready. Although tipping isn’t compulsory, it’s a welcome response to good service.
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The distance between Sydney and Thredbo, a postcard-pretty ski field made for perfecting your giant slalom or hunkering down in a cabin with a glass of pinot and an oversized book.
SYDNEY’S CURRENT RANKING IN THE LATEST QUALITY OF LIVING SURVEY, A MERCER WORLDWIDE STUDY THAT’S ALSO A DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO THE CITIES’ MOST WORTH CALLING HOME.
The number of films that have used Sydney as a backdrop— proof that the Harbour City is as appealing to Hollywood types as it is to locals. The temperature in degrees Celsius recorded on average during Sydney’s brisk winter months. It’s also the figure that signals the city’s unofficial scarf o’clock.
DID YOU KNOW? Switzerland may be shorthand for alpine charm but the Snowy Mountains—a sprawling region just a five-and-a-half hour road trip from Sydney—experiences heavier snowfall every year.
ICE MAGIC If there’s anything more intoxicating than gliding around on an outdoor ice rink it’s doing so while the ocean crashes below. Scheduling regular sessions at the open-air skate rink that’s part of the Bondi Winter Magic Festival is a foolproof formula for an unforgettable winter. Don’t believe us? Last year, the temporary rink was voted among the ten most beautiful in the world by CNN.
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sydney suburbs
Global arts hub with historic backdrop
Sydney’s inner city villages take you from beachy to bohemian, from historic to hip and happening. Here’s an overview of some of the harbour city’s most atmospheric ‘hoods (mentioned throughout this guide) to help you navigate the city.
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HOT SPOT
Gary Bigeni garybigeni.com T: 9211 2644
Despite his offbeat personal style, Gary Bigeni’s design sensibility is an exercise in simplicity. This Sydney fashion designer blends sinuous draping with clever silhouettes to make pieces perfect for city life. For autumn, a merino wool dress combines glamour with accessibility while a skirt with a twisted hem nods to Bigeni’s eye for detail. Elsewhere, a cropped biker jacket is an instant classic and a sharp shift elevates his newfound pattern obsession.
fashion Whether you’re after high-voltage pieces courtesy of local design talent or a much-loved product from a cult beauty brand, Sydney delivers in spades. But for those who’d pick soulful over sartorial, it’s also home to a restorative lineup of inner-city retreats.
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Jac+ Jack Luxe knitwear and basics made from the finest cashmere, wools, silks and cottons lie at the heart of this Australian label. Celebrated for their specialist approach to design and craftsmanship, Jac+ Jack pieces are coveted and timeless. Strand Arcade, L1, Shop 74-78, 412-414 George St, Sydney. T: 8041 8884 1 See directory for more locations
Easton Pearson Pamela Easton and Lydia Pearson’s label is one of Australia’s most successful fashion exports, the pareddown luxury of the pair’s most recent collections still bearing their flair for opulent embellishment. 30 Glenmore Rd, Paddington. T: 9331 4433 5
Lee Mathews Designer Lee Mathews has a coveted feminine aesthetic with an edge. Known for her most loved basics and signature use of natural fabrics, pieces are created to layer beautifully and with effortless style. Each collection mixes from season to season, offering endless options with a timeless but contemporary appeal. 20A William St, Paddington. T: 8354 0166 6 See directory for more locations 10 FASHION & BEAUTY STYLE SEEKERS
Strand Arcade, G2, 412 George St, Sydney. T: 9233 8702 1
Henry Bucks This family-owned menswear and accessories specialist offers customers a complete outfitting solution. Cotton business shirts and beautiful silk ties are complemented by leathergoods, scarves, fragrances and jewellery from the world’s finest clothing brands including Hackett of London, Paul & Shark, Sunspel, Canali, Richard James, Ermenegildo Zegna and Gant USA. 23-25 O’Connell St, Sydney. T: 9232 4255 8
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Hunt Leather Hunt Leather is Australia’s leading independent retailer of high quality luggage, business cases, handbags, wallets and leather accessories. Established in 1975, Hunt is a treasure trove of hard to find pieces from ateliers in Europe including IL Bisonte from Florence, Rimowa from Cologne, Lupo from Barcelona and Bonastre from Paris and more! All exclusive to Hunt Leather.
Adina Jozsef Hidden away from the hustle and bustle, this Australian contemporary fine jewellery atelier sells an enviable collection of modern designer jewellery handcrafted under the Adina Jozsef label. Collections in silver, gold, platinum include everyday pieces, exquisite engagement rings and wedding bands, bridal jewellery and bespoke creations with the highest quality of pearls and gems. Elegant, refined, original. National Building L2, Suite 209, 250 Pitt St, Sydney. T: 9267 0122 9
funkis Here you’ll find a highly edited selection of leading Scandinavian and Australian fashion and lifestyle products including clogs and sandals, fashion clothing, handcrafted jewellery and an excellent range of homewares. Labels include Milk & Thistle, Uimi Knitwear, Happy Socks, Marimekko, Lilla Bruket and funkis’ own range. Strand Arcade, Shop 19, GF, 412-414 George St, Sydney. T: 9221 9370 1
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Celebrating Australian fashion and bespoke craftsmanship. Discover brands including Dion Lee, Manning Cartell, Scanlan Theodore, Jac+ Jack, Hunt Leather, Aesop, Haigh’s Chocolates and more. 412-414 GEORGE STREET SYDNEY
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Courtesy of the Artist Custom Courtesy of the Artist Custom understands the significance of celebrating that special milestone. Their resident artist’s signature style and trademark techniques are skillfully applied in crafting jewellery with enduring beauty and value. Shop 122, L2, Strand Arcade, 412-414 George St, Sydney. T: 8354 1398 1
Courtesy of the Artist Located in Sydney’s iconic Strand Arcade, the carefully curated store is stocked with an enticing mix of jewellery, objects and art. Each piece is handmade in the studio of some of Australia’s most innovative and collectable contemporary jewellery, object and image makers. Shop 124, L2, Strand Arcade, 412-414 George St, Sydney. T: 8354 1398 1
Studio 20/17 Studio 20/17 is a working studio and gallery run by jewellery designers Bridget Kennedy and Melanie Ihnen. Find a diverse range of original, handmade jewellery by more than 50 Australian and international artists or have your old jewels artfully refashioned with their in-house design and repair service. 6B, 2 Danks St, Waterloo. T: 9698 7999 10 14 FASHION & BEAUTY STYLE SEEKERS
29 William St, Paddington. T: 0412 340 143 11
Girl and Graaf From one-off homewares to stylish accessories, this boutique is dedicated to the finer things in life. Globetrotting owners fill the store with a curated collection of limited edition and small-production objets from around the world. 189 Bondi Rd, Bondi. T: 0431 199 818 12
The Family Jewels Leading designer Kate Dagher has been creating bold and fabulous jewels for 20 years, working in sterling silver and using semi-precious gems, pearls and crystals. Also featured; works from exciting Australian and international designers. Shop online at thefamilyjewels.com.au Shop 6, 80 Castlereagh St, Sydney. T: 9233 5152 13
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Watson x Watson Like their clothes, the fitout is polished and modern and suits the village vibe of the surroundings perfectly. The brainchild of sisters Liberty and Somer Watson, the label already has a loyal following with celebrity fans including Mila Kunis, Jennifer Hawkins and Phoebe Tonkin.
May Day Market The ultimate compromise between creative and ready-to-wear designs, May Day Market offers the pragmatic to progressive trend hunter a selection of Australian and UK designs. Westfield Sydney, L4, 188 Pitt St, Sydney. T: 8072 9976 14
By San Sebastian With friendly staff and a fun atmosphere, this boutique on Coogee’s iconic strip stocks the latest trends in men’s, women’s and children’s fashion G Star, Staple, Wish, Seafolly - as well as select gifts and gadgets. 220 Coogee Bay Rd, Coogee. T: 9664 6462 15
Robby Ingham This exciting store unites clothes and accessories from established designers plus new labels. With 30 plus years experience in the fashion industry, Ingham has created a Mecca for brands including Stella McCartney, Givenchy, Alexander McQueen and more. 424-428 Oxford St, Paddington. T: 9332 2124 16
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The Galeries A lifestyle and cultural destination for urban fashion, art and music. Pick up new threads at Incu, Lee or Vans, a great read at Books Kinokuniya or fill up on tunes at JB Hi-Fi. When you’re done, don’t forget to grab a bite to eat in the The Galeries Food Hall at Madame Nhu, Chat Thai or Mero Mero just to name a few. 500 George St, Sydney. T: 9265 6888 3
Strand Arcade Strand Arcade celebrates true craftsmanship, defined by its unique offering of artisans including fourteen bespoke award winning jewellers and leading contemporary Australian designers including Dion Lee, Scanlan Theodore, Alex Perry, Lover and Manning Cartell. 412-414 George St, Sydney. T: 9232 4199 1
QVB One of Sydney’s most valued heritage landmarks, the QVB is renowned for its mix of iconic brands including Country Road, Salvatore Ferragamo and Coach as well as the newly opened Victoria’s Secret, UGG Australia and patisserie Adriano Zumbo. 455 George St, Sydney. T: 9265 6855 2
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The iconic home of Sydney style. A shopping experience like no other. 455 George Street, Sydney @theqvb #qvbforeverinstyle qvb.com.au
Thomas Hulston Young Australian fashion designer Thomas Hulston draws inspiration from the natural and urban landscapes of Sydney, with a focus on a minimal silhouette, quality stitching and beautiful fabrics in natural palettes. The exclusive line is made entirely in France and is on show at his flagship boutique. 23 William St, Paddington. T: 8065 4930 17
Sonya Hopkins One of Australia’s leading knitwear designers Sonya Hopkins creates classically styled, modern fitting knitwear, cardigans, tops and accessories. Find cashmere, silk, fine merino wool and cotton available in a rainbow selection of colours. 17 William St, Paddington. T: 9380 8030 18
Pelle Recycled Designer Shoes and Accessories A destination store for admirers of pre-loved designer shoes and accessories. Pelle’s collection of covetable vintage and current labels from Chanel, Manolo Blahnik, Chloe, Louboutin, Marni, YSL and many more, will not disappoint. 90 William St, Paddington. T: 9331 8100 19
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QT Sydney, 49 Market St, Sydney. T: 8262 0088 20
The Spa at Park Hyatt Sydney A sanctuary of urban tranquility in the heart of Sydney, soothe jangled city nerves with postcard-perfect harbour views and spa treatments, manicures and deep tissue massages. For those after the ultimate bespoke experience to suit their individual needs, try Time Rituals – which allows the choice of between three and five 30-minute treatments in time blocks of 90 minutes and above. Park Hyatt Sydney, 7 Hickson Rd, The Rocks. T: 9256 1633 21
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SpaQ Housed in Sydney’s hip designer hotel QT Sydney, within the heritage listed State Theatre and Gowings buildings, spaQ features original stained glass ceilings and tiling. This day spa’s elegant backdrop ensures that your five-star beauty treatments are a portal to another time and place. Ranked among the world’s best new spas by Conde Nast Traveler, it’s also shorthand for restorative massages and celestial caviar facials by skincare guru Kersten Florian.
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Jardan 31 Dunning Ave, Rosebery T: 9663 4500 24
Jardan believes that good design is a way of life. The Melbourne-based furniture company owes its obsessive following to its knack for combining flawless craftsmanship, quality materials and sharp precision. At Jardan, a charcoal sofa is a sleek blend of function and form and an American Oak shelving unit is equal parts sturdy and stylish. Jardan’s homeware range, which includes knitted rugs spun from Patagonian wool, shares the same timeless design ethos as its furniture staples.
design Sydney is a magnet for design fiends thanks to glossy showrooms, sprawling temples to vintage and industrial and loft-style spaces lined with pieces by emerging artisans. The city’s design culture also rewards the curious, with interiors meccas found off the beaten track.
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CULT Design is religion at this flawlessly edited furniture emporium, which showcases classic pieces from the likes of Arne Jacobsen, Hans J. Wegner and Le Corbusier. Featuring everything from sleek hardwood stools by Danish upstart Hay and tubular lamps in aqua, black and red by Copenhagen stalwart GUBI, it’s also a lesson in Scandivian design principles – with a progressive bent. 21-23 Levy St, Chippendale T: 9690 0077 25
Planet Showcasing stylish handcrafted furniture and homewares made from natural fibres – porcelain, alpaca fibre, silk, linen, leather, wool, beeswax and bamboo fibre – this store is dedicated to sustainability and integrity in production. Enviable collections include Australian hardwood furniture, complemented by artisan pieces from local and international makers. 114 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills. T: 9211 5959 26 See directory for more locations
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153 Edgecliff Rd, Woollahra. T: 9386 4800 28
ClothFabric Cloth has been producing sustainable contemporary textiles by hand since 1995. The small team led by Julie Paterson creates fabric for upholstery and soft furnishings. The fabric is made locally using natural materials and has an earthy, relaxed Australian feel. New retail and trade showroom 5-11 Boundary St, Rushcutters Bay. T: 9360 2311 29
Edit EDIT’s boutique in Woollahra brims with their gorgeous collection of homewares including cushions, furniture, mannequins, lamps and gift items in fabrics created by owner Sharyn Storrier Lyneham. Shop 1, 92 Queen St, Woollahra. T: 9363 1245 30
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No Chintz Textile visions come to life at No Chintz with an exclusive in-house range of stripes, prints and plain fabrics available by the metre. Cushions, fabric and craft kits are now also available for purchase online.
Ici et La Ici et La appeases the antique-inspired home maker with a penchant for one off pieces. Browse a selection of early 20th Century items and French flavoured collectables characterised to make the home a destination. 7 Nickson St, Surry Hills. T: 8399 1173 31
Seasonal Concepts This boutique florist offers stunning creative and sculptural arrangements for weddings, corporate events and special occasions. But where it really stands out is in its jaw-dropping collection of pre-1950s house and garden treasures, available for purchase and hire. 122 Redfern St, Redfern. T: 0430 044 383 32
All Buttons Great and Small Buttons, buttons and more buttons are housed at this specialist haven. From the simple to the exotic, the handmade and fairtrade to haberdashery bits, All Buttons Great and Small has lived here since its inception in 1989. 419A King St, Newtown. T: 9550 1782 33
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173 Regent St, Redfern. T: 8399 1305 34
Stem Design From innovative homewares and objects, to jewellery and accessories, Stem brings together a careful edit of much-loved local and international brands like Marimekko, Iittala, Menu, Elk, Alex Monroe and vanrycke. 295 Darling St, Balmain. T: 9810 5222 35
Elements I Love Step into this SoHo-style warehouse store furnished with authentic antiques and quirky artisan homewares. A little bit ‘wealthy eclectic aunty’ and very much Parisian chic - find a personal collection of pieces to put a signature touch to your home. 2/276 Devonshire St, Surry Hills. T: 9698 8884 36
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Chee Soon & Fitzgerald Acclaimed designer homewares, expert interior advice and an Aladdin’s Cave filled with colours and textures in home furnishings, decorative arts and over a hundred exquisite fabrics from Japan, Scandinavia, Africa and Australia.
STYLE SEEKERS SERIES #6 / RICHARD MUNAO MANAGING DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE CULTURE
Photography: Daniel Boud
Meet Richard Munao an exceptional Sydney furniture curator who’s made it his business to prove that good design is anything but disposable. Richard Munao believes that design is an anchor in a world obsessed with seasons, phases and trends. The celebrated furniture curator, who established Corporate Culture and sister company Cult in 1997, has made a career out of disrupting a culture of imitations by championing the value of original design. “The challenge in the beginning was that people thought we were crazy,” says Munao, who focuses on residential and commercial interiors and has forged strong partnerships with the likes of Fritz Hansen, a Copenhagen firm known for producing the Egg - an elegant lounge chair designed in 1958 by Danish iconoclast Arne Jacobson. “From the beginning, we focused on craftsmanship, quality and longevity. There’s no compromise.” Munao isn’t joking. Dotted with everything from bold coffee tables made by fabled Italian brands like Cappellini and Cassina to the Wishbone, a sculptural dining chair conceived by Hans J. Wegner, Corporate Culture’s sunlit Sydney
showroom is a lesson in modern design history. In November 2013, Munao attracted an unexpected honour when he was awarded Prince Henrik’s Medal of Honour for a commitment to Danish design. “It was a real career highlight,” says Munao, who first honed his industry passion during an early-career cabinetmaking apprenticeship. “The award was presented to me in our Melbourne showroom and we had Princess Mary and Prince Frederick there. I also invited our closest supporters and my team, who are so passionate about what they do.” However, Munao is just as accomplished when it comes to cultivating Australia’s own design legacy - Corporate Culture has offered emerging practitioners the chance to have pieces prototyped and produced and is about to launch a new collaboration with homegrown industrial designer Adam Goodrum. “For this industry to become worldclass, we need people to foster it,” he says. “We keep sowing the seeds and hope that the grass continues to grow.”
What qualities make Sydney a design capital? Sydney is a lot more modern than other cities, not so respectful to the old. A lot of other places combine the old and the new. There’s a lot to be proud of here but there’s also a lot we can learn. What is your favourite Sydney design landmark? We’re lucky enough to have the best opera house in the world. Perhaps it’s just my close affinity with Denmark, but two days ago, I just sat at the Opera House and looked over to the Bridge and couldn’t get over it! What are your favourite design pieces of all time? Hans J. Wegner’s Wishbone chair. On the 2nd of April, the designer would have been 100 years old and it’s been in production since 1949. It’s a classic piece that’s also sustainable because you can never pull it apart. It’s a chair that has a second life and needs to be granted that opportunity.
Q&A Richard Munao Where in Sydney do you go to get your design fix? The Art Gallery of New South Wales or the Museum of Contemporary Art—it changes all the time! But for me it’s not just about design objects, it’s about taking in the city’s architecture.
What is your favourite way to spend a winter’s day? The change in licensing laws has meant that visiting a small bar is my favourite way to spend a winter’s night. But during the day, it’s so beautiful to spend time in the Botanical Gardens and to stroll along a beach. The city offers so many ways to lose yourself and regenerate.
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Rushcutters 10 Neild Ave, Rushcutters Bay. T: 8070 2424 37
Housed in a sunlit former tyre factory, this new venture by chef Martin Boetz and the Keystone group is a shrine to paddock-to-plate eating. Whether you swing by for smoked trout pretzels and textbook-perfect coffee or linger over pork hock and a crisp glass of white, it’s a version of all-day dining that’s good for the soul. 32 CAFES & RESTAURANTS STYLE SEEKERS
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cafes Home to much-loved caffeine boltholes to candlelit bistros that combine homegrown produce with global flair, Sydney owes its culinary revival to a new breed of trailblazer. It’s also giving rise to one of a kind dining experiences that are impossible to forget.
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La Rosa The Strand by Pendolino Following the success of the highly acclaimed Pendolino Restaurant, Chef Nino Zoccali presents La Rosa The Strand – one of Sydney’s most finely crafted wine bars and authentic Italian dining experiences. Discover their unique range of Italian regional wines, handmade pastas and salumi. Strand Arcade, Shop 133, L2, 193 Pitt St, Sydney. T: 9223 1674 1
Buffalo Dining Fans of fromage will want to make a beeline for this trattoria, where an obsession with buffalo mozzarella sees the delicious white cheese star on most of the menu. 116 Surrey St, Darlinghurst. T: 9332 4052 38
Nomad Since opening in late 2013, this hatted restaurant has set the Sydney dining scene ablaze. Using techniques once consigned to the culinary dust bin, Nomad smokes, cures and pickles its seasonal produce; makes its cheese in-house and cures their own meats in a purpose built curing room. 16 Foster St, Surry Hills. T: 9280 3353 39
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7 Hickson Rd, The Rocks. T: 9256 1234 21
glass brasserie Fresh, seasonal and local ingredients showcased with a clean and contemporary twist exemplify celebrity restaurateur Luke Mangan’s one hatted glass brasserie. The epitome of decadent dining, glass is an Australian evocation of the classic French brasserie, providing an outstanding dining experience seven days a week in the very heart of the city. Hilton Sydney, L2, 488 George St, Sydney. T: 9265 6068 40
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Park Hyatt Dining Room French born Chef Franck Detrait makes his Australian debut at The Dining Room, sharing his love of food and passion for honest flavours. Presenting a menu of contemporary dishes made with Australian artisan produce and elegant French techniques – Franck’s dishes work as culinary counterpoints to the delicious harbour view.
King Street Wharf Surrounded by sparkling panoramas, this waterfront haven is home to world-class restaurants and left-field entertainment that are a lesson in the pleasures of harbourside life. Curb your cravings for everything from fiery Thai and classic Italian or an artful take on Japanese or order a glass of champagne and spend an afternoon drinking in the view. The Promenade (via Lime St).
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The Tea Room QVB Adorned with Baccarat Paris crystal chandeliers, Florence Broadhurst wallpaper and 18th Century fixtures, this ornate restaurant offers a High Tea experience that is heavy on Old World charm. Invite your friends and spend an afternoon savouring heavenly petits fours, elegant finger sandwiches and countless cups of speciality teas or enjoy a world class a la carte lunch. L3, North End, QVB, 455 George St. T: 9283 7279 2
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Fish at The Rocks Set against Sydney’s history-rich The Rocks district, this seafood eatery is equal parts classic and inventive. It lures theatregoers, travellers and locals with fixed menus and specials such as stuffed baby Barramundi. 29 Kent St, The Rocks. T: 9252 4614 42
misschu Manly Tuckshop misschu owner Nahji Chu is known as the queen of ricepaper rolls for good reason. Like her other restaurants around town, Chu’s Manly tuckshop dishes up reliably tasty rolls in an astounding range of flavours and the menu is largely Gluten and MSG Free. 5/54 West Esplanade, Manly. T: 9976 3682 43
PaperPlanes Enjoy modern Japanese at its best under the colourful art installation of 500 skateboard decks hanging with origami birds from the ceiling, emulating Tokyo Pop culture. Market fresh sashimi, ramen noodle nights, cocktails, plus weekly specials and events. Shop 15, The Beach House, 178 Campbell Pde, Bondi Beach. T: 9300 0673 44 38 CAFES & RESTAURANTS STYLE SEEKERS
55 Riley St, Woolloomooloo. T: 9326 9055 45
Chester White Fittingly named after a breed of domestic pig, Potts Point’s Chester White is cured meats galore. Tucked away in a back street, the terracecome-small tapas bar with its retro stools and elegantly tiled interior exhudes neighborhood charm. 3 Orwell St, Potts Point.
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Café Paci This pop-up restaurant open until January 2015 and awarded best new restaurant in 2013 Australia, comes courtesy of Finnish chef Pasi Petanen. Five-course set meals (three for lunch) are seasonal and unite Scandinavian and Australian flavours. L1, 95 Riley St, Darlinghurst. T: 9368 7000 47
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Riley Street Garage Located in a beautiful Art-Deco building (once a full-service garage), this new bar-cum-restaurant channels New York’s Meatpacking District in design but focuses on mod-Aus fare on the menu.
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Harbourside Shopping Centre, L2, Pyrmont Pedestrian Bridge End. T: 9281 5121 48 See directory for more locations
Wine Odyssey Australia Explore and savour Australia’s diverse regions at this destination wine bar. Sample over 50 Australian wines in the Wine Journey Room, deepen your knowledge in the Aroma Room and experience the best of fresh Australian cuisine in Wine Odyssey’s luxurious surrounds. 39-43 Argyle St, The Rocks. T: 1300 136 498 50
World Square A vibrant cultural, entertainment and retail destination which is home to over 90 specialty stores including quality fashion, essential services and a lively restaurant and lifestyle precinct. Cnr George, Liverpool, Pitt and Goulburn St. T: 8669 6900 4
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Grill'd Healthy Burgers Grill’d burgers are ‘Made with Love’ from only the highest quality fresh ingredients. Find flame-grilled burgers made with 100% grass-fed lean beef, lamb and chicken free from cages and hormones.
sydney coffee trail If the new breed of cafes sweeping the city is anything to go by, Sydney’s love affair with coffee shows no sign of slowing. From pocket-sized nooks brewing single origin lattes to sprawling roasteries elevating Sydney’s caffeine obsession to high art, this is your guide to the city’s evolving coffee scene.
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1 Allpress This respected espresso specialist and wholesaler is famous for innovative hot air roasting techniques and a smooth brew with an extraordinary length of flavour. Expect simple, delicious food and superb coffee. 58 Epsom Rd, Zetland. T: 9662 8288 51
2 Belgrave Cartel This moody wine nook brings the backstreets of Paris to beachside Manly via rustic share plates, an adventurous selection of wines and a weekly culture club that promotes the work of local artists. 6 Belgrave St, Manly. T: 9976 6548 52
3 4 3 Brooklyn Hide Serving up freshly baked bagels stuffed with everything from lox to fall-apart pork, this eatery is a one-way ticket to New York’s most-loved borough. It also offers an adventurous lunch menu and coffee courtesy of Little Marionette. 226 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills. T: 9211 6448 53
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6 Fine Food Store Tucked beneath The Rocks cobblestoned streets, this cafe-cum-providore is a second loungeroom for office workers and travellers, thanks to its chorizo sausage rolls, heavenly frittatas and endless supply of St Ali coffee. Shop 9, The Rocks Centre Kendall Ln, The Rocks. T: 9252 1196 56
4 Campos Coffee This much-loved coffee temple lures locals with a revolving lineup of single origin blends. It’s also home to a dedicated upstairs cupping room where the caffeine-curious can sample rare beans such as Panama Esmeralda single estate. 193 Missenden Rd, Newtown. T: 9516 3361 54 5 Devon This inventive café was awarded three stars by SMH’s Good Food guide, thanks to its seasonal menu, pitchperfect Coffee Alchemy house blend and a delicious Autumn dish bound to visit you in your dreams. 76 Devonshire St, Surry Hills. T: 0400 698330 55
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7 The Rope & Anchor Known for seafront vistas and restorative chai, this eatery offers the kind of Manly dining encounter that inspires a beachside relocation. The breakfast bruschetta—a blend of ricotta, tomato and basil—is the stuff of legend. 41 South Steyne, Manly. T: 9976 6548 57
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8 Cabrito Coffee Traders This sunlit CBD coffee house owes its cult following to heavenly lamingtons, a sourdough sandwich stuffed with ricotta and mozarella and creamy espressos with beans batch-roasted by Melbourne caffeine fiends 4 Rascals. 10–14 Bulletin Pl, Sydney. T: 8065 8895 58
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12 Ampersand Café & Bookstore This cafe-cum-bookstore caters to both bibliophiles and wine enthusiasts. Come for walls lined with well-thumbed paperbacks and a new drinks menu that combines local beer with velvety French reds - the perfect accompaniment to evening reading. 78 Oxford St, Paddington. T: 9380 6617 62
9 9 Simmone Logue This much-loved local providore elevates all-day breakfast to high art, thanks to its inventive take on morning classics. From flaky croissants to melt-in-your-mouth danishes, its lineup of baked goods is nothing short of celestial. 2 Cross St, Double Bay. T: 9327 5700 59 11 Palomino Espresso City workers and café obsessives flock to this upcycled oasis for inspired, home-style cooking, smooth lattes and sandwiches that combine feel-good ingredients such as thyme poached chicken served on sourdough from Brasserie bread. Shop 1, 61 York St, Sydney. T: 0410 424 252 61
10 10 Marlowe’s Way This petite laneway hangout doubles as a licensed espresso bar and record store, pairing a house blend of Bankistan coffee with chalked up seasonal dishes, changing street art murals, vinyl tunes and DJs each Friday. Tank Stream Way, Sydney. T: 0404 229 404 60
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freshly picked a love affair with eating local
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When Nomad first unfolded in a sprawling warehouse last November it didn’t just introduce diners to the pleasures of house-made cheese—it also brought the soulfulness of the cellar door experience to inner-city Surry Hills. Nomad combines a wine list starring producers from the Hunter Valley with dishes such as crispedto-perfection roast pork, thanks to cooking techniques honed by chef Nathan Sasi during a stint working under Heston Blumenthal.
Blessed with farmer’s markets, organic growers and yearround fresh produce, Sydney is the perfect canvas for the global love affair with eating local. But this season, a wave of imaginative ventures has seen this culinary movement break new ground.
Nearby, Rushcutters, the handiwork of ex-Longrain’s Martin Boetz, is a sun-dappled tribute to community and seasonality—here dishes such as smoked mackarel crowned with new potatoes feature produce sourced from chef Boetz’s Cooks Co-op farm in the Hawkesbury NSW. Elsewhere, Chippendale’s Ester doles out share plates spun out of foraged ingredients and Stanmore’s Sixpenny and Woollahra’s Chiswick draw on backyard vegetable gardens to create inspired fare. Also in Woollahra, trailblazers Pinbone and Vincent blend experimental preparation methods with ethical approaches such as nose-to-tail butchering. They might be assembling salads from heirloom carrots or serving up churros stuffed with goats cheese sourced from a regional NSW farm, but Sydney’s culinary maestros are creating unforgettable dining encounters— pickled, fermented and lovingly homegrown.
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(For address details go to directory on p.98) For more information on things to see and do in Sydney, head to sydney.com Visitors can share their Sydney experiences via: TWITTER @sydney_sider #ilovesydney FACEBOOK.COM /seesydney INSTAGRAM @sydney #ilovesydney
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flavour first Meet Allpress, the Sydney coffee roaster and wholesaler dedicated to pouring the perfect shot of espresso—sweet, rich and with extraordinary length of flavour. There’s nothing more soul-affirming than starting a winter morning with a flawless flat white. Luckily, Sydney—a city whose neighborhood cafes and industrial espresso labs cater to a growing community of bean worshippers—is known for ambitious roasters drawing on caffeine know-how to ensure that your day starts off on the right foot. Allpress is a case in point. This espresso specialist has evolved from its humble origins as an Auckland coffee cart manned by founder Michael Allpress in 1986, into one of the most respected roaster companies in Australia.
You can buy Allpress blends and single origins online at allpressespresso.com.au or at its Sydney roastery café, 58 Epsom Road, Zetland.
For Allpress, careful green bean selection, rigorous barista training and progressive air roasting technology—where suspending beans in hot air erases the risk of scorching—sets the stage for a smooth, rich brew with flavour that lasts beyond the first sip. This flavour-first approach has seen Allpress emerge as a highly respected wholesaler, passing on a commitment to the perfect espresso by supplying beans to many of Sydney’s most-loved cafes. With outposts in Sydney, Melbourne and London—along with its New Zealand flagship— Allpress is a leading example of the passion and innovation that drives Sydney’s coffee scene; successfully raising awareness for great tasting coffee amongst urban coffee drinkers and cafe owners.
Q&A Is there a coffee drinking style that typifies Sydney? What is the ‘next wave’ of coffee trends? The coffee consumer is starting to become more interested and adventurous and we are now seeing more of a demand for other brewing methods such as drip, cold and siphon. Australia and certainly Sydney is still an espresso drinking nation, it’s just that these alternative methods are now available to the consumer. Single origin or blends? The blends are more suited to our espresso style coffee but we offer both.
Above: Allpress cafe roastery in Zetland Previous page clockwise from left: Allpress cafe roastery in Zetland; a cupping session; roasting process; freshly roasted beans.
Why hot air roasting? Michael’s passion for coffee dates back to late ‘90s while in Seattle, USA, where he noticed an emerging coffee scene. He became aware of a distinct coffee flavour he wanted to capture and found (after much research) that hot air roasting was the key common factor for this unique flavour. This passion took him ultimately to the development of his own ART (Air Roasting Technology) coffee roaster. We believe the flavour development advantages are significant and evident in the consistent taste of our coffee. Essential tips for coffee at home: Purchase smaller amounts more often to maintain the freshness of the coffee. We also recommend that the coffee beans are freshly ground before use.
HOT SPOT
Donny’s 7 Market Ln, Manly T: 9977 1887 63 map p.97
Featuring exposed brick walls and Edison-style pendant lamps, this Manly watering hole swaps surfer vibes for New York’s Lower East Side and was shortlisted for the 2014 Australian Interior Design Awards in the process. It also boasts serious culinary credentials, thanks to celestial pork dumplings and an adventurous bar food lineup that spans everything from roasted scallops to wagyu sliders. Cocktail obsessives take note: the Blueberry and Rose Bramble —is hedonism in a jar.
bars Whether you’d prefer to sip velvety shiraz in a moody wine nook or unwind over a Negroni in a low-lit speakeasy, Sydney’s small bar revolution has sparked new and inventive ways to imbibe.
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Matt wears A.P.C shirt ($245), A.P.C jeans ($249), Jason Moss bracelet ($550) & ring ($250) watch Matt’s own
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Matt wears A.P.C basic sweater ($259), A.P.C jeans ($249), Norse Projects scarf ($109), Jason Moss ring ($250), watch Matt’s own
Matt Clifton knows that New York State of Mind is less song than it is design mindset. The founder of recently opened Donny’s Bar says that a stint living in the Big Apple sowed the seeds for his venue’s inspired fitout. “New York has a distinct aesthetic,” says Clifton. “Its bars are striking in the way they use raw materials and exposed brick. I was drawn to that style.” Joining forces with design firm Luchetti Krelle, Clifton went about transforming the site into a warm, inviting space heavy on upcycled touches such as railway sleepers sourced from his parent’s farm, vintage light fittings handmade by Nashville’s Southern Lights Electric and bricks salvaged from a demolition site. “The bricks we originally had weren’t
right, so we bought 6000 from a demolition site.” says Clifton, who spent painstaking days laying them himself. “Little things can make a big difference.” Clifton extended this same attention to detail to the bathrooms, drawing on copper touches and exposed pipework to bring industrial elegance to an element that most venues treat as an afterthought. And features such as the spiral staircase— an addition that recreates loft-like spaciousness while separating the upstairs restaurant from the bar downstairs – further signals his vision. “I wanted both floors to share the same atmosphere,” he explains. “I also wanted every fitting and fixture to have a specific story to tell.” Donny’s Bar, 7 Market Ln, Manly STYLE SEEKERS BARS & NIGHTLIFE 57
SMALL BARS & FINEGRAIN SPACES We think there’s a big future in little places, so get exploring. Get more info at cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au
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Since 2008, the City of Sydney has been introducing a series of initiatives aimed at fostering the kind of intimate, inventive encounters that make a city tick - from art installations suspended in abandoned spaces to pocket-sized drinkeries reinterpreting the way you sip. These days, historic Bulletin Place plays host to moody tapas bar Tapavino, and an upstairs speakeasy, Bulletin Bar, mixing some of the best cocktails in the world. Temperance Lane is home to Grasshopper, a small bar stalwart where drinks come in jam jars, along with artwork courtesy of local artist Newell Harry - a neon-lit creation, Circles in the Round. Although the City’s Laneways and Small Bar initiatives have helped reinvent Sydney’s secret corners and forgotten passages, the program has been intent on finding a welcoming niche for creative entrepreneurs. Visit Shirt Bar, a Sussex Lane merchant where the thrills of a sharply tailored business shirt go best with a glass of single malt whiskey, to Cre-Asion, a shoebox eatery doling out single origin coffee and avocado macaroons. Behind Sydney’s skyscrapers and thoroughfares, you will find one-of-a-kind experiences – proving that the city’s creativity and innovative spirit is moving at a rate of knots. We urge you to get exploring.
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If you look beyond Sydney’s sparkling views and splashy architecture, you’ll see signs of a small-scale revolution on the cusp of big things.
sydney bar trail In the last few years, liquor licensing changes have rewritten the way Sydneysiders imbibe. These days, the CBD is home to candlelit wine bars while cocktail lairs sprouting up in inner-city neighbourhoods are schooling locals in the thrills of drinking with flair. This is your passport to after-dark good times.
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1 Stitch Nestled in an intimate and unassumingly elegant basement, this cocktail bar is at once archetypical and wholly original. Sophisticated diner food complements an extensive and inventive drinks list that blends the familiar with the unconventional. 61 York St, Sydney. T: 9279 0380 64
2 Since I Left You This candlelit winebar owes its offbeat brand of laneway magic to its vibrant selection of signature and classic cocktails and local and international wines. Music lovers take note—the venue hosts live jazz, soul and blues performed by homegrown musicians. 338 Kent St, Sydney. T: 9262 4986 65
3 Low 302 Aim high, go low is the catch-cry at this cocktail bar and restaurant, with its scarlet curtains, grand piano and plush sofas. Good cocktails mix well with great live music and quality meals well into the night. 302 Crown St, Darlinghurst. T: 9368 1548 66
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5 Assembly Bar Pieced together from vintage industrial salvage, this intimate basement bar takes its cocktails seriously. Inconspicuously located in the heart of the CBD, Assembly is perfect for a long lunch or late night rendezvous. Regent Place (via 488 Kent St), Sydney. T: 9283 8808 68
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4 Hello Sailor This nautical-themed bar comes with all the trimmings — a timber dinghycum-lounge, the odd parrot and cocktails from the world’s top ports. Set sail with an Aperitivo then cruise the seafood shack menu till 3am. 96 Oxford St, Darlinghurst. T: 9332 2442 67
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6 Belgrave Cartel This moody wine nook brings the backstreets of Paris to beachside Manly via rustic share plates, an adventurous selection of wines and a weekly culture club that promotes the work of local artists. 6 Belgrave St, Manly. T: 9976 6548 52 STYLE SEEKERS BARS & NIGHTLIFE 61
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8 7 The S.G Step back to the future at this basement cocktail bar, where retro furniture, old school trimmings and arcade games (remember Atari?) are given a dose of local love: craft beers from NSW, Australian wines and live music/art from local Sydneysiders. 1/32 York St, Sydney. T: 0402 813 035 69
9 Papa Gede’s Bar This playful saloon owes its freewheeling vibe to its namesake— the voodoo spirit of lust and humour. Order an oversized tiki cocktail, sink into a moody, low-lit corner and swap inner-city Sydney for hypnotic New Orleans. 348 Kent St (via laneway), Sydney. 70 62 BARS & NIGHTLIFE STYLE SEEKERS
8 Donny’s One of Manly’s newest small bars taps into current cocktail trends— expect your drink to come in a jar. Channelling NYC, the bricked space complements great drinks and mod-Oz tapas with an Asian twist. 7 Market Ln, Manly. T: 9977 1887 63
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10 10 The Grasshopper This artful small bar stalwart with laneway dining might be famous for doling out cocktails in jam jars but it also boasts serious dining credentials—the French menu has recently undergone a Pan-Asian makeover courtesy of Est alumni Arthur Liong. Temperance Ln (off George St, between King and Market), Sydney. T: 9947 9025 71
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12 Foley Lane The tapas revolution continues at Foley Lane wine bar. Spanish wines, beers and creative cocktails complement an impressive gin and sherry list. Their tapas menu includes some tasty bites from montadito de chorizon to the empanada de bacalao. 371–373 Bourke St, Darlinghurst. T: 9241 5858 73
11 Golden Age Cinema Bar With a growing cult following for their cinema, Golden Age is also home to one of Sydney’s best small bars. Filminspired cocktails, natural wines, and a secret music stage make for a perfect winter bar experience. 80 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills. T: 9211 1556 72
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Marble Bar Tucked underneath the Hilton Sydney like a secret den, Marble Bar remains one of Sydney’s best-loved bars. Built in 1893, the heritage-listed bar offers a stylish setting to enjoy live artists in decadent Victorian surrounds, whilst sampling premium beers, fine wine and classic cocktails. Hilton Sydney, L B1, 488 George St, Sydney. T: 9266 2000 44
Zeta Bar Zeta Bar is a progressive cocktail bar and exclusive escape in Sydney’s CBD. Stylish, sleek and sophisticated, Zeta is internationally acclaimed as one of the most cutting edge cocktail bars in the southern hemisphere. Zeta has won multiple awards year on year for its bartenders, playful drinks, cocktail classics and seasonal, trend setting concepts. Hilton Sydney, L4, 488 George St, Sydney. T: 9265 6070 44
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75-79 Hall St, Bondi Beach. T: 9300 8892 74
Rabbit Hole Bar Rabbit Hole Bar & Dining is one of Sydney’s premier bar and dining experiences in the CBD. The venue offers a modern French fine dining menu created by Executive Chef Jeremy Metivier, and specialises in molecular cocktails. 82 Elizabeth St, Sydney. T: 8084 2505 75
Button Bar This candlelit drinkery is an exercise in lo-fi elegance thanks to a woodpanelled interior, sumptuous seating and up-cycled fixtures. Sink into a booth and surrender to a cocktail list that’s as adventurous as its décor. 65 Foveaux St, Surry Hills. T: 9211 1544 76
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Mr Moustache Bistrot & Cantina With a name inspired by a 1920s Mexican president known for his rather bodacious facial hair, this cantina serves up Mezcal cocktails and some of the most authentic Mexican cuisine. Try their signature drowned pork slider, a Guadalajara favourite designed to be eaten with plastic gloves - it’s that messy.
a night to remember Golden Age Featuring an artfully restored screening room, and a blend of cult films, classics and new releases and elegant bar that serves up inventive film-inspired cocktails, this heritage-listed theatre is a film lover’s paradise. 80 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills. T: 9211 1556 Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace Red velvet curtains, starburst light fixtures and a magnificent foyer make this Art Deco cinema a portal to 1930s fantasy. Linger over a glass of wine in the piano bar before your film for maximum celluloid magic. 380 Military Rd, Cremorne. T: 9908 4344 The Ritz This six-screen Randwick picture house offers wallet-friendly tickets to new releases, it owes its cult following to the Art Deco flourishes such as elegant light fixtures and a marble bar- the perfect backdrop to cocktail hour! 45 St Pauls St, Randwick. T: 9399 5722
Home to picture palaces featuring 1930s cocktail bars and arthouse theatres ideal for combining cult gems with a post-screening drink, these Sydney cinemas offer all the makings for a winter night out. The Chauvel This ornate cinema is the spiritual home of the national film industry thanks to its roster of critically acclaimed Australian drama and academy titles. Serving a sparkling wine lineup, the balcony bar is the perfect pre-movie interlude. 249 Oxford St, Paddington. T: 9361 5398 Palace Norton Street Combining a sleek fitout with a program that includes Oscar winners and arthouse gems, this Leichhardt institution is shorthand for essential viewing. Go early for an antipasto platter and glass of red in the opulent foyer before your movie starts. 99 Norton St, Leichhardt T: 9564 5620 Palace Verona Paddington’s bohemian contingent flock to this picture house for indie titles and arthouse gems from the likes of the Coen Brothers and Jim Jarmusch. The upstairs bar is tailor-made for post-film discussion over a cup of Lavazza espresso. 17 Oxford St, Paddington. T: 9360 6099
the winter bucket list
From the toasty thrills of a roaring fire to the homespun pleasure of a country escape, here are the Sydney winter encounters meant for whiling the cooler months away.
1 A late-night whisky Nothing equals instant warmth like a glass of single malt. At Bulletin Place, the revolving whisky lineup features favourites from the owners’ private collection. The low-lit drinking lair also spins cocktails out of everything from fresh apricot to elderflower.
3 A weekend in the country Home to rolling vineyards, charming galleries and a riot of autumn colours, Berry—a sleepy township two hours drive from Sydney—is tailor-made for a winter getaway. It owes its high cosiness quotient to an array of bed and breakfasts.
2 Deep heat The Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre is a magnet for winter swimming enthusiasts, thanks to its heated 50-metre indoor pool and an adjacent steam room for chasing away the cold-weather chills.
4 A roast with all the trimmings As far as winter rituals go, it doesn’t get more soulful than a roast. Grab a dining partner and head to Café Nice— this French eatery turns out a succulent roast chicken that’s the food equivalent of a week in Provence. 5 A decadent breakfast Topped with seasonal fruit, spices and maple syrup, the French toast at Surry Hills institution The Book Kitchen will have you counting down to your bircher sabbatical.
6 A ready made dinner party Is there anything better than convening with friends over a homecooked meal? Although a visit to Farmhouse still calls for a taxi ride, dishes such as fried potato skins serve hot over a communal table, make this local eatery the next best thing. 7 A finishing touch You can’t go past a sharp scarf when it comes to brightening a lacklustre winter ensemble. Woven out of natural fibres and featuring classic stripes, the versions at Vanishing Elephant are dashing enough to wear all year round.
8 High steaks Crown Street butcher Hudson Meats is a favourite with Sydney foodies thanks to its nose-to-tail philosophy and knowledge of all things carnivorous. Stocking grass-fed Tasmanian beef and lamb from Cowra, it also gets points for its passion for regional produce. 9 A rainy day retreat Heaving with cult paperbacks, art tomes and graphic novels, Books Kinokuniya is less bookstore than it is literary labyrinth. Stock up on winter reading and decamp to the adjoining cafĂŠ for maximum cold weather bliss. (For all address details see business directory on p.99)
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HOT SPOT
The Finders Keepers Market Australian Technology Park Exhibition Hall, Eveleigh. 95
The Finders Keepers Market returns to Sydney this June with over 150 designers and artists coming together at the Australian Technology Park, Eveleigh. Find everything from clothes, jewellery and accessories to homewares, stationary and artwork. Peruse and purchase from the stalls while enjoying live music and tasting from the Farmers Lane, food trucks and pop up bars. 70 STAY & EXPLORE STYLE SEEKERS
escape Featuring colourful neighbourhoods with distinct personalities, the Harbour City offers endless inspiration for those who like their adventures close to home. Whether you’re browsing a street lined with shoebox boutiques or uncovering a village heavy on culinary treasures, it’s the dream city for the urban explorer.
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CAPTAINS OF THE INDUSTRY:
a guide to Alexandria & ROSEBERY
Dotted with hulking warehouses and working factories, Alexandria—a place that once earned the moniker “the Birmingham of Australia” thanks to a 100-year reign as the country’s largest industrial precinct—seems like an unlikely backdrop for a creative revival. But in the last few years, a wave of audacious food and design ventures conceived by local culinary and design maestros, has transformed this underrated suburb into an unlikely cultural force. These days, Alexandria is home to the likes of Cipro, a downtempo eatery that sees white-hatted chefs chase the dream of the perfect pizza slice as well as The Grounds of Alexandria, where
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a former Four’N Twenty Pie factory serves as the backdrop for sustainable vegetable gardens, a weekly market and an oversized roastery turning out single origin flat whites. A few blocks away, up-and-coming Rosebery houses Black Star Pastry, one of the city’s most-loved patisseries while the old Rosella tinning operation has been converted into Koskela, a sundrenched tribute to Australian design. And iconic Melbourne furniture company Jardan’s decision to establish a Rosebery showroom has swiftly upped the area’s design credentials, proving that we’re not the only ones excited that these neighbourhoods are finally on the map.
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Mitchell Road Emporium Lined with everything from midcentury lamps and art deco glassware to classic sofas and industrial chests, this sprawling furniture store could double as the lair of an eccentric collector with remarkable taste. 284 Wyndham St, Alexandria. T: 9699 7007 82
From globetrotting providores to cult design emporiums, here’s our tour of some of the businesses that make Alexandria tick.
Cipro—pizza al taglio The handiwork of Rockpool alumni, this pizzeria serves up slices topped with ricotta, mint and zucchini or piled with slow-roasted peperonata— an ode to pared-back ingredients and rustic techniques. Shop 9/21 Fountain St, Alexandria. T: 9698 4183 83
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The Grounds of Alexandria Equal parts garden café and laboratory, this ambitious caffeine hub has become a weekend fixture for locals, thanks to its wholesome menu, buzzing organic market and superlative coffee, roasted and ground on site. Building 7A/2 Huntley St, Alexandria. T: 9699 2225 84
Koskela Housed in the sun-dappled Rosella factory with Kitchen by Mike, this local design company offers beautiful furniture for the home and office with an extensive range of homewares and accessories from Australia’s most talented suppliers. 1/85 Dunning Ave, Rosebery. T: 9280 0999 85
Kitchen by Mike Channeling the canteen atmosphere from the Rosella factory, Kitchen by Mike owes its following to candid, seasonal cooking of luscious salads, heavenly meats and delicious desserts. Dine on communal tables or amongst the flourishing garden areas. 1/85 Dunning Ave, Rosebery. T: 9045 0910 85
Jardan Home to hand-crafted chairs, sleek side tables and elegant timber banquettes, this much-loved Melbourne furniture company blends touches of Mid-Century Modern with flawless manufacturing standards and an obsession with Australian design. 31 Dunning Ave, Rosebery. T: 9663 4500 24 STYLE SEEKERS STAY & EXPLORE 75
Salt Meats Cheese Featuring chunks of salumi suspended from the ceiling, towers of homemade olive bread and endless rows of mozarella this top-notch Italian providore doesn’t quite equal a Sunday in Sicily but it’s the next best thing. 12/41 Bourke Rd, Alexandria. T: 9690 2406 86
Adamos Pasta Featuring monthly dinners spotlighting regions such as Liguria, this pasta providore is the real-world equivalent of your dream Italian vacation. It’s also home to fall-apart gnocchi and heavenly fettuccine - lovingly rolled and shaped by hand. 723 Botany Rd, Rosebery. T: 9310 7033 87
Black Star Pastry Turning out flaky pastries, dangerously addictive chocolate tarts and a heavenly lemon myrtle cake, the spacious Rosebery counterpart to the pocket-sized Newtown bakery has spelled trouble for local sugar fiends. 85–113 Dunning Ave, Rosebery. T: 9557 8656 88
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Secret Sydney Fifteen classic ways to explore the city’s villages like a local
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Take a trip to Sicily via Salt Meats Cheese, a purveyor of heavenly gorgonzola in buzzy Alexandria. 41 Bourke Rd
Watch neon shapes bounce across Darling Harbour thanks to Luminous, the world’s largest interactive light installation. www.darlingquarter. com/luminous/
Linger over an espresso and flaky almond croissant at La Banette, a shoebox French patisserie that’s a daily ritual for locals. 18 Glebe Point Rd
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Ogle trailblazing installations by Chinese contemporary art stars at White Rabbit, a two-storey gallery that’s scored a cult following. 30 Balfour St
Sink into a leather banquette with a flawless Old Fashioned at Eau De Vie, a cocktail bar that doubles as a secret speakeasy. 229 Darlinghurst Rd
Linger over pillowy pork buns and golden dumplings at Marigold, a yum cha temple that channels downtown Hong Kong. L4&5, 683 George St
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Chase dangerously addictive burgers with beers courtesy of local brewery Young Henry’s at Mary’s, Newtown’s unofficial loungeroom. 6 Mary St
Watch the sunset over Sydney as you sip on a ‘Passionate Sailor’ at Little Fish Bar on Jones Bay Wharf. Pier 21, Jones Bay Wharf
Surrender to a riot of pink, orange and blue at the Ken Done Gallery, The Rocks’ tribute to Sydney’s technicolour king. 1 Hickson Rd
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Browse a rainbow of art books and limited-edition tomes at bibliophile mecca, Ariel Booksellers. 42 Oxford St
Eat spatchcock spiked with chipotle sauce at Eathouse Diner, Redfern’s mecca for comfort food. 306 Chalmers St
Make a date with a famous playwright at the Sydney Theatre Company in Walsh Bay, Sydney’s hub of world-class thespians. Pier 4, Hickson Rd
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Savour crispy lamb belly at Yellow, a moody bistro that once housed a notorious Sydney art collective. 57 Macleay St
Spend spare change on a ticket to a ‘70s thriller at Golden Age, a cinema with insistently retro prices. 80 Commonwealth St
Stock up on vintage lampshades and industrial collectibles at Doug Up on Bourke, a furniture emporium beloved by stylists. 901A Bourke St STYLE SEEKERS STAY & EXPLORE 79
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Lukuma Pty Ltd, t/a Luka Chocolates by Tanya Zouev
A seaside escape is the perfect antidote to the winter blues. A 90 minute drive from Sydney and dotted with white-sand beaches and lush hinterland, the Central Coast is a postcard-perfect diversion from a cold spell in the city. Lined with seafront villages such as surfing mecca Avoca Beach, family-friendly Patonga and Bateau Bay, a laid-back locale heavy on native fauna and coastal walks, a weekend on the Coast is a fuss-free ticket to brisk weather fun. In the last few years, an explosion of colourful eateries, inspired cafes and lively drinking holes has seen the Central Coast’s cultural kudos catch up with its sparkling geography. Rojo Rocket, a chirpy Mexican cantina doling out pulled pork tacos and spicy sangria has brought a dose of south-of-the-border charm to Avoca Beach while coffee house The Glass Onion Society lures locals with flawless espressos, mismatched furniture and regular film nights.
Six Strings Brewing Company
If you’d forgo your afternoon latte for an icy beer, the Six Strings Brewing Company is a lesson in the pleasures of sipping pale ale in the sun. The buzzy microbrewery plays host to local bands and serves up cajun soft shell crab and whiting skewers–a beachy take on pub food. In Wyong, Luka’s Chocolates might be the go-to destination for a sugar fix, but the artisanal chocolatier– known for french crepes and delicate truffles–is also proof of the creativity and curiosity that makes the Central Coast worth visiting (for all address details go to business directory on p.100). For more information on things to see and do in New South Wales, head to visitnsw.com Visitors can share their NSW experiences via: TWITTER @NSWTips #NewSouthWales FACEBOOK.COM /VisitNSW INSTAGRAM @VisitNSW #NewSouthWales
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Season 2014 May – nov
Hedda Gabler
28 Jun – 3 auG adapted from the play by Henrik ibsen Director adena Jacobs
nora
9 auG – 14 Sep by Kit brookman and anne-louise Sarks after A Doll’s House by Henrik ibsen Director anne-louise Sarks
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The Glass menagerie
arts From blockbuster exhibitions and glittering international festivals to live performances staged in repurposed venues and group shows that unfold in basement galleries, Sydney’s art scene has the creative spectrum covered and it’s sure to leave you hooked.
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Don’t miss diary dates May
The 19th Biennale of Sydney 21 March–19 June This glittering contemporary art survey casts installations, performances and multimedia works against an industrial Cockatoo Island backdrop. biennaleofsydney.com.au Vivid Sydney 23 May–9 June UK pop maestros the Pet Shop Boys headline Sydney’s light-dappled tribute to art, music and ideas. vividsydney.com Pyrmont Festival 16–25 May A soulful festival that sees the city’s favourite waterside enclave colonised by homegrown artists, growers and wine producers. pyrmontfestival.com.au
Sydney Writer’s Festival 19–25 May This lesson in the magic of the written word is also base camp for emerging scribes and literary superstars. swf.org.au
2014 June
Hunter Valley Wine and Food Month 1-30 June Hunter Valley Food and Wine Month is a month long celebration in June of the region’s diverse culture of fantastic food and wine. winecountry.com.au
The Finder’s Keeper’s Market 6–7 June Independent design is religion at this much-loved gathering of makers, artists and craft obsessives. thefinderskeepers.com
Sydney Film Festival 4–15 June Starring indie gems and audacious documentaries, this ten-day film festival combines an international focus with local heart. sff.org.au
Modulations at Carriageworks 6–9 June Curated by Modular Records and creative director Es Devlin, this sonic extravaganza features a globetrotting musical lineup. carriageworks.com.au
Don’t miss diary dates July
August Sydney Design Festival 16-24 August The sprawling Powerhouse Museum plays host to exhibitions and workshops by the who’s who of Australian design culture. sydneydesign.com.au
Macbeth 21 July–27 September This ambitious take on classic Shakespeare is the setting for Hugo Weaving’s latest star turn. sydneytheatre.com.au
City to Surf Sydney 10 August Spanning the distance between Hyde Park and Bondi Beach, this popular running event blends community spirit with instant adrenaline. city2surf.com.au
Archibald Prize 2014 19 July–28 September The country’s most prestigious portrait prize also serves as an incubator for art icons in-the-making. artgallery.nsw.gov.au
European Prints & Drawings AGNSW 28 August–2 November Catch masterworks by Rembrandt, Manet and Blake at this love letter to European art stars. artgallery.nsw.gov.au
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Sydney Fringe Festival
September The King and I 7 September–1 November A celestial riff on the Rogers and Hammerstein classic, courtesy of vocal maestros Opera Australia. opera.org.au Sydney Fringe Festival 1-30 September Offbeat stage shows and oddball art star in this celebration of the city’s weird, wild and wonderful. 2014.sydneyfringe.com
The Matrix Live—Film in Concert 26–27 September Performed by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, this aural recreation of the sci-fi blockbuster is heavy on musical thrills. sydneysymphony.com
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2014
October Good Food Month 1–31 October This month-long foodie magnet features a starlit noodle market to rival the Hong Kong backstreets. goodfoodmonth.com Manly Jazz Festival Sydney 4-6 October Velvety jazz and beachside vibes rule at this family-friendly event. manly.nsw.gov.au
Sculpture by the Sea 23 October-9 November Alfresco sculptures and installations from more than 100 artists, staged along the Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk. sculpturebythesea.com
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Sydney Theatre Company Helmed by artistic director Andrew Upton, this trailblazing waterside theatre company owes its worldclass creative pedigree to a history of groundbreaking productions. This season is proof of STC’s role as an incubator for celebrity thespians and acclaimed playwrights. The range of favourite classics and new works includes a host of familiar stars and emerging talents, including a version of Shakespeare’s Macbeth starring Hugo Weaving. The Wharf, Pier 4, Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay. T: 9250 1700 92
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The Ken Done Gallery The bright artworks of Australian favourite Ken Done are housed in the beautiful heritage Australian Steam Navigation Building. Done is known for his artful synthesis of native motifs and local foreshore icons like the Sydney Harbour Bridge in his original works, limited editions, and designs for clothing, accessories and homewards.
Art Gallery of NSW Featuring a stellar line-up of exhibitions alongside a permanent display of Australian, European and Asian art, it’s not surprising that this much loved gallery attracts over one million visitors per year. Visit on a Wednesday night for Art After Hours and experience a slice of Sydney culture with talks, film and live music. Art Gallery Rd, The Domain, Sydney. T: 9225 1744 93
Sydney Opera House This harbourside design icon’s cultural programming delivers the same thrill quotient as its Circular Quay panoramas. Come for live symphonies featuring overseas virtuosos, compelling performances by the Australian Ballet and ambitious collaboration between homegrown institutions such as the Australian Symphony Orchestra and Bell Shakespeare along with a trailblazing series of festivals and talks. Bennelong Point, Sydney. T: 9250 7777 94
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STYLE SEEKERS SERIES #6 / JESS SCULLY / VIVID IDEAS FESTIVAL DIRECTOR
Jess Scully, director of much-loved winter festival Vivid Ideas, part of Vivid Sydney, is proof that vision plus creativity is a magical formula. For Jess Scully, creativity is less about artistic genius than it is a force that can pave the way for social change. The Vivid Ideas Festival Director, who previously headed up trailblazing seminar series Creative Sydney and whose past lives include stints editing cult magazines such as Yen and Summer Winter, has spent her career exploring the ways art can help cities channel the power of dreaming big. “I’m not interested in public sculptures in a park,” says Scully, who also helps curate TEDxSydney and has directed the Qantas Spirit of Youth Awards, Australia’s largest grant program for emerging artists. “I’m interested in how artists and artworks can help people tell their stories and own the places that they live in. When people in society are disadvantaged, they’re excluded from the conversation but when executed well, public art and events in public spaces can give them a platform to have their voices heard.” Scully, who studied journalism and law at university, is a firm advocate for the role of storytelling in this process— whether she’s overseeingKids Hack
Day, a workshop that inspires primary school students to experiment with new technology or connecting Candy Chang—a New Orleans artist known for bold community projects that reimagine abandoned houses—with Vivid Sydney audiences for the first time. “It’s all about finding the stories that people want to share with each other,” says Scully, who attributes her curatorial ability to her awareness of people doing interesting things. “I’ve really gone from telling those stories in the media, to telling them during events, talks and public art.” Scully believes that Vivid Ideas’ explosive growth in the last six years is proof of Sydney’s evolution as a creative capital and a recognition of the way the arts can transform public life. “Vivid Sydney has gone from an event that you would attend one night to one you might visit four times a week,” she says. “It’s not just about entertainment, it’s about inviting creative industries to collaborate and develop new ideas for the future.”
Q&A Jess Scully What are you most excited about catching at Vivid Sydney this year? I’m really interested in seeing Candy Chang, an artist who works in really lo-fi ways as well as Gadi Amit—an inventor of wearable technology who I find really fascinating. I also can’t wait to see the Australian Chamber Orchestra and the Presets perform a show where they explore the history of music. What qualities define the Sydney art scene? In Sydney, there’s a real DIY mentality that’s exciting—it’s basically the idea that you don’t wait around for something to happen, you just do it yourself.
What’s your favourite way to spend a winter’s evening in Sydney? I would go see a show at (Kings Cross art space) Alaska Projects followed by dinner at Wilbur’s Place in Potts Point. What’s your most-loved Sydney music venue? GoodGod Small Club in Chinatown, a vibrant bar and restaurant would be my pick. Which three Sydney artists are destined for big things? Kusum Normoyle, an amazing video and performance artist who works with her voice, a street artist called Jumbo and the artist Sarah Contos who creates beautiful scultpural installations.
Bright lights, big city There’s something intoxicating about the city during Vivid Sydney. When darkness falls from 23 May - 9 June, dazzling light projections and neon installations reinvent the city’s secret speakeasies and offbeat drinking lairs, turning the Harbour City into a latenight playground where creativity and adventure collide. If you venture into the city’s hidden laneways and secret spaces, you’ll find no shortage of small bars—everything from candlelit drinkery The Barbershop and pocket-sized wine nook Since I Left You to freewheeling hangouts such as Wild Rover, Mr Fox and Earl’s Juke Joint.
Credit: Opera Bar - Vivid Sydney 2013
It’s no secret that an evening spent taking in a city’s pleasures should start with a memorable meal. Quay—one of Sydney’s finest food destinations with Chef Peter Gilmore at the helm and Cruise, an alfresco restaurant that serves up glittering vistas of the Opera House light show—are essential venues for starting your night on a high. (For address details see business directory on p.100). For more information on things to see and do in Sydney, head to sydney.com and for more info on Vivid Sydney, head to vividsydney.com Visitors can share their Sydney experiences via: TWITTER @Sydney_sider #ilovesydney FACEBOOK.COM /seesydney INSTAGRAM @sydney #ilovesydney
Credit: The Barbershop
BUSINESS DIRECTORY FASHION & BEAUTY pp.8-21 SHOPPING CENTRES Strand Arcade 1 p.18 412-414 George St, Sydney. T: 9232 4199 strandarcade.com.au QVB 2 p.18 455 George St, Sydney. T: 9264 2909 qvb.com.au The Galeries 3 p.18 500 George St, Sydney. (cnr George & Park St) T: 9265 6888 thegaleries.com.au World Square Shopping Centre 4 p.40 Cnr George, Liverpool, Pitt & Goulburn Sts. T: 8669 6900 worldsquare.com.au
RETAILERS Adina Jozsef 9 p.12 National Building L2, Suite 209, 250 Pitt St, Sydney. T: 9267 0122 adinajozsef.com.au By San Sebastian 15 p.16 220 Coogee Bay Rd, Coogee. T: 9664 6462 bysansebastian.com.au Courtesy of the Artist Custom 1 p.14 Strand Arcade, L2, Shop 122. 412-414 George St, Sydney. T: 8354 1398 Courtesy of the Artist 1 p.14 Strand Arcade, L2, Shop 124. 412-414 George St, Sydney. T: 8354 1398 courtesyoftheartist.com.au Easton Pearson 5 p.10 30 Glenmore Rd, Paddington. T: 9331 4433 eastonpearson.com The Family Jewels 13 p.15 Shop 6, 80 Castlereagh St, Sydney. T: 9233 5152 48 Oxford St, Paddington. T: 9331 6647 87A Mcleay St, Potts Point. thefamilyjewels.com.au funkis 1 p.12 Strand Arcade, GF, Shop 19, Sydney. T: 9221 9370 funkis.com Gary Bigeni p.8 garybigeni.com T: 9211 2644
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Girl & Graaf 12 p.15 189 Bondi Rd, Bondi. T: 0431 199 818 girlandgraaf.com.au Henry Bucks 8 p.11 23-25 O’Connell St, Sydney. T: 9232 4255 henrybucks.com.au Hunt Leather 1 p.11 Strand Arcade, G2, 412 George St, Sydney. T: 9233 8702 huntleather.com.au Jac+ Jack 1 22 23 p.10 Strand Arcade, L1, Shop 74-78, 412-414 George St, Sydney. T: 8041 8884 39 William St, Paddington. T: 9380 6011 126 Oxford St, Paddington. T: 8970 1187 & David Jones. jacandjack.com Lee Mathews 6 7 p.10 20A William St, Paddington. T: 8354 0166 Shop 5, 732 Military Rd, Mosman. T: 9960 5788 leemathews.com.au May Day Market 14 p.16 Westfield Sydney, L4. T: 8072 9977 maydaymarket.com Pelle Recycled Designer Shoes 19 p.20 90 William St, Paddington. T: 9331 8100 pelleshoes.com.au Robby Ingham 16 p.16 424-428 Oxford St, Paddington. T: 9332 2124 robbyingham.com Sonya Hopkins 18 p.20 17 William St, Paddington. T: 9380 8030 sonyahopkins.com SpaQ 20 p.21 QT Sydney, 49 Market St, Sydney. T: 8262 0088 qthotels.com.au Studio 20/17 10 p.14 6B, 2 Danks St, Waterloo.T: 9698 7999 studio2017.com.au Thomas Hulston 17 p.20 23 William St, Paddington. T: 8065 4930 thomashulston.com The Spa at Park Hyatt Sydney 21 p.21 Park Hyatt Sydney, 7 Hickson Rd, The Rocks. T: 9256 1633 hyatt.com/hyatt/pure Watson x Watson 11 p.15 29 William St, Paddington. T: 0412 340 143 watsonxwatson.com
DESIGN & INTERIORS pp. 22-31 All Buttons Great and Small 33 p.26 419A King St, Newtown. T: 9550 1782 allbuttons.com.au Chee Soon & Fitzgerald 34 p.27 173 Regent St, Redfern. T: 8399 1305 cheesoonfitzgerald.com Cult 25 p.24 21-23 Levey St, Chippendale. T: 9690 0077 cultdesigned.com.au ClothFabric 29 p.25 5-11 Boundary St, Rushcutters Bay. T:9360 2311 clothfabric.com Edit 30 p.25 Shop 1, 92 Queen St, Woollahra. T: 9363 1245 edit-group.com.au Elements I Love 36 p.27 2/276 Devonshire St, Surry Hills. T:9698 8884 elementsilove.com Ici et La 31 p.26 7 Nickson St, Surry Hills. T: 8399 1173 icietla.com.au No Chintz 28 p.25 153 Edgecliff Rd, Woollahra. T: 9386 4800 nochintz.com Planet 26 27 p.24 114 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills. T: 9211 5959 Shop 2 Macleay Regis, 12 Macleay St, Potts Point. planetfurniture.com.au Seasonal Concepts 32 p.26 122 Redfern St, Redfern. T: 0430 044 383 seasonalconcepts.com.au Stem Design 35 p.27 295 Darling St, Balmain. T: 9810 5222 stemonline.com.au CAFES & RESTAURANTS p.32-51 Buffalo Dining Club 38 p.34 116 Surrey St, Surry Hills. T: 9332 4052 buffalodiningclub.com.au Chester White 46 p.39 3 Orwell St, Potts Point. Café Paci 47 p.39 L1, 95 Riley St, Darlinghurst. T: 9368 7000 cafepaci.com.au
Fish at The Rocks 42 p.38 29 Kent St, The Rocks. T: 9252 4614 fishattherocks.com.au Grill’d Healthy Burgers 48 49 p.41 Harbourside Shopping Centre, L2, Pyrmont Pedestrian Bridge End. T: 9281 5121 also at World Square, UGL. T: 9261 4900 241 Crown St. T: 9380 4800 grilld.com.au glass brasserie 40 p.35 Hilton Sydney, L2, 488 George St, Sydney. T: 9265 6068 glassbrasserie.com.au King Street Wharf 41 p.36 The Promenade (via Lime St) ksw.com.au La Rosa The Strand - by Pendolino 1 p.34 Strand Arcade, Shop 133, L2, 193 Pitt St. T: 9223 1674 larosabarandpizza.com.au misschu manly 43 p.38 5/54 West Esplanade, Manly. T: 9976 3682 misschu.com.au Nomad 39 p.34 16 Foster St, Surry Hills. T: 9280 3355 restaurantnomad.com.au PaperPlanes 44 p.38 Shop 15, The Beach House, 178 Campbell Pde, Bondi Beach. T: 9300 0673 paperplanesbondi.com Park Hyatt Dining Room 21 p.35 7 Hickson Rd, The Rocks. T:9256 1234 diningroom.com.au Rushcutters 37 p.32 10 Neild Ave, Darlinghurst. T: 8070 2424 rushcutters.com.au Riley Street Garage 45 p.39 55 Riley St, Woolloomooloo. T: 9326 9055 rileystgarage.com.au The Tea Room QVB 2 p.36 L3, North End, QVB, 455 George St, Sydney. T: 9283 7279 thetearoom.com.au Wine Odyssey Australia 50 p.41 39-43 Argyle St, The Rocks. T: 1300 136 498 wineodyssey.com.au World Square 4 p.41 Cnr George, Liverpool, Pitt & Goulburn Sts. T: 8669 6900 worldsquare.com.au
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SYDNEY COFFEE TRAIL p.42-45 Allpress 51 58 Epsom Rd, Zetland. T: 9662 8288 au.allpressespresso.com Ampersand Cafe & Bookstore 62 78 Oxford St, Paddington. T: 9380 6617 cafebookstore.com.au Belgrave Cartel 52 6 Belgrave St, Manly. T: 9976 6548 Brooklyn Hide 53 226 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills. T: 9211 6448 brooklynhide.com.au Cabrito Coffee Traders 58 10-14 Bulletin Pl, Sydney. T: 8065 8895 cabritocoffee.com Campos Coffee 54 193 Missenden Rd, Newtown. T: 9516 3361 camposcoffee.com Devon 55 76 Devonshire St, Surry Hills. T: 9211 8777 devoncafe.com.au Fine Food Store 56 Shop 9, The Rocks Centre Kendall Ln, The Rocks. T: 9252 1196 facebook.com/pages/The-Fine-Food-Store Marlowe’s Way 60 Tank Stream Way. T: 0432 487 598 The Rope & Anchor 57 41 South Steyne, Manly. facebook.com/ropeandanchorcafe Palomino Espresso 61 Shop 1, 61 York St, Sydney. T: 0410 424 252 palominoespresso.com.au Simmone Logue 59 2 Cross St, Double Bay. T: 9327 5700 simmonelogue.com FRESHLY PICKED p.46-47 Chiswick 65 Ocean St, Woollahra. T: 8388 8688 chiswickrestaurant.com Ester 46-52 Meagher St, Chippendale. T: 8068 8279 ester-restaurant.com.au Nomad 16 Foster St, Surry Hills. T: 9280 3395 restaurantnomad.com.au Pinbone 3 Jersey Rd, Woollahra. T: 9328 1600 pinbone.com.au Rushcutters 37 10 Neild Ave, Darlinghurst. T: 9326 9348 rushcutters.com.au Sixpenny 83 Percival Rd, Stanmore. T: 9572 6666 sixpenny.com.au
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Vincent 14 Queen St, Woollahra. T: 8039 1500 vincentfrench.com.au
BARS & NIGHTLIFE pp. 52-69 Button Bar 76 p.63 65 Foveaux St, Surry Hills. T: 9211 1544 button-bar.com.au Donny’s 63 p.52 7 Market Ln, Manly. T: 9977 1887 donnys.com.au Marble Bar 44 p.64 Hilton Sydney Hotel, LB1, 488 George St. T: 9266 2000 marblebarsydney.com.au Mr Moustache Bistrot & Cantina 74 p.65 75-79 Hall St, Bondi Beach. T: 9300 8892 Rabbit Hole 75 p.65 82 Elizabeth Street, Sydney. T: 8084 2505 rabbitholebar.com.au Zeta Bar 44 p.64 Hilton Sydney, L4, 488 George St. T: 9265 6070 zetabar.com.au SYDNEY BAR TRAIL pp. 60-63 Assembly Bar 68 Regent Pl, 488 Kent St, Sydney. T: 9283 8808 Belgrave Cartel 52 6 Belgrave St, Manly. T: 9976 6548 facebook.com/cartelmanly Donny’s 63 7 Market Ln, Manly. T: 9977 1887 donnys.com.au Foley Lane 73 371-373 Bourke St, Darlinghurst. foleylane.com.au The Grasshopper 71 Temperance Ln (off George St, between King and Market), Sydney. T: 9947 9025 thegrasshopper.com.au Hello Sailor 67 96 Oxford St, Darlinghurst. T: 9332 2442 Low 302 66 302 Crown St, Darlinghurst. T: 9368 1548 Papa Gede’s Bar 70 348 Kent St (via laneway), Sydney. T: 0430 222 484 papagedes.com Stitch 64 61 York St, Sydney. T: 9279 0380 Since I Left You 65 338 Kent St, Sydney. T: 9262 4986 sinceileftyou.com.au
The Golden Age Cinema Bar 72 80 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills. T: 9211 1556 ourgoldenage.com.au The SG 69 1/32 York St, Sydney. T: 0402 813 035
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER p.66-67 The Chauvel 249 Oxford St, Paddington. T: 9361 5398 palacecinemas.com.au Palace Norton Street 99 Norton St, Leichhardt. T: 9564 5620 palacecinemas.com.au Palace Verona 17 Oxford St, Paddington. T: 9360 6099 palacecinemas.com.au The Ritz 45 St. Pauls St, Randwick. T: 9399 5722 ritzcinema.com.au Golden Age 80 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills. T: 9211 1556 ourgoldenage.com.au Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace 380 Military Rd, Cremone. T: 89698788 orpheum.com.au THE WINTER BUCKET LIST p.68-69 Books Kinokuniya L2, The Galeries, Sydney. T: 9262 7996 kinokuniya.com Bulletin Place 10-14 Bulletin Pl, Sydney. bulletinplace.com Café Nice 2 Phillip St, Sydney. T: 8248 9600 Farmhouse 4/40 Bayswater Rd, Rushcutters Bay. T: 0448 413 791 farmhousekingscross.com.au Hudson Meats 1/410 Crown S, Surry Hills. T: 9332 4454 hudsonmeats.com Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre 456-458 Harris St, Ultimo. T: 9518 7220 itac.org.au The Book Kitchen 255 Devonshire St, Surry Hills. T: 9310 1003 Vanishing Elephant Shop 3022, Westfield Bondi Junction, Bondi Junction. T: 9389 4138 vanishingelephant.com ESCAPE & EXPLORE pp. 70-81 The Finders Keepers Market 95 Australian Technology Park Exhibition Hall, Eveleigh. thefinderskeepers.com/markets
A GUIDE TO ALEXANDRIA pp. 74-77 Adamos Pasta 87 725 Botany Rd, Rosebery. T: 9310 7033 facebook.com/Adamospasta Black Star Pastry 88 85-113 Dunning Ave, Rosebery. T: 9557 8656 blackstarpastry.com.au Cipro—pizza al taglio 83 Shop 9, 21 Fountain St, Alexandria. T: 9698 4183 cipropizza.com Jardan 24 31 Dunning Ave, Rosebery. T: 9663 4500 jardan.com.au KE-ZU 89 L1, 69 O’Riordan St, Alexandria. T: 1300 724 174 kezu.com.au Kitchen by Mike 85 1/85 Dunning Ave, Rosebery. T: 9045 0910 kitchenbymike.com.au Koskela 85 1/85 Dunning Ave, Rosebery. T: 9280 0999 koskela.com.au Mitchell Road Emporium 82 284 Wyndham St, Alexandria. T: 9699 7007 mitchellroad.wordpress.com Salt Meat Cheese 86 12/41 Bourke Rd, Alexandria. T: 9690 2406 saltmeatscheese.com.au The Grounds of Alexandria 84 Building 7A, No.2 Huntley St, Alexandria. T: 9699 2225 groundsroasters.com
SECRET SYDNEY p.78-79 Doug Up on Bourke 901A Bourke St, Waterloo. T: 9690 0962 douguponbourke.com.au Eau De Vie 229 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst. T: 9357 2470 eaudevie.com.au Golden Age 80 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills. T: 9211 1556 ourgoldenage.com.au Ken Done Gallery 91 1 Hickson Rd, The Rocks. T: 9247 2740 kendone.com.au La Banette 18 Glebe Point Rd, Glebe. T: 8095 9688 Little Fish Bar Jones Bay Wharf 19-21 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont. T: 9518 6677 flyingfish.com.au/little-fish-bar Lumionous darlingquarter.com/luminous/ Marigold L4 & 5, Citymark Building, 683-689 George St, Sydney. T: 9281 3388 marigold.com.au Mary’s 6 Mary St, Newtown. T: 9220 0400 STYLE SEEKERS SYDNEY SUBURBS MAPS 99
Salt Meat Cheese 86 12/41 Bourke Rd, Alexandria. T: 9690 2406 saltmeatscheese.com.au White Rabbit 30 Balfour St, Chippendale. T: 8399 2867 whiterabbitcollection.org Yellow 57 Macleay St, Potts Point. T: 9332 2344 yellowsydney.com.au
CENTRAL COAST p.80-81 Luka’s Chocolates Wyong. lukachocolate.com.au Rojo Rocket 366 Avoca Dr, Kincumber. T: 4382 2255 rojorocket.com.au Six Strings Brewing Company 4/330 The Entrance Rd, Erina. sixstringbrewing.com.au The Glass Onion Society 308 The Entrance Rd, Long Jetty. T: 4000 0000 facebook.com/TheGlassOnionSociety ARTS & CULTURE p.82-95 The Belvoir St Theatre 90 p.82 25 Belvoir St, Surry Hills. T: 9699 3444 belvoir.com.au The Art Gallery of NSW 93 p.90 Art Gallery Rd, The Domain, Sydney. T: 1800 679 278 artgallery.nsw.gov.au
The Ken Done Gallery 91 p.89 L2, 1-5 Hickson Rd, The Rocks. T: 8274 4599 done.com.au The Sydney Theatre Company 92 p.89 The Wharf, Pier 4, Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay. T: 9250 1700 sydneytheatre.com.au The Sydney Opera House 94 p.90 Bennelong Point, Sydney. T: 9250 7777 sydneyoperahouse.com
BRIGHT LIGHTS BIG CITY p.95 Aqua Dining Northcliff St, Milsons Point. T: 9964 9998 aquadining.com.au Cruise L1, Overseas Passenger Terminal, Circular Quay W, The Rocks. T: 9251 1188 cruisebar.com.au/restaurant Earl’s Juke Joint 407 King St, Newtown. Mr Fox 557 Crown St, Surry Hills. T: 0410 470 250 misterfox.com.au Since I Left You 338 Kent St, Sydney. T: 9262 4986 sinceileftyou.com.au The Barbershop 89 York St, Sydney. T: 9299 9699 thisisthebarbershop.com Wild Rover 75 Campbell St, Surry Hills. T: 9280 2235 thewildrover.com.au
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