Articles in the Italian Category
Il Piatto, Horsley Park Posted in Dessert, Dinner, Italian, Sydney, West on 30 April 2010
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On my way to and from F’s home, I always pass this one restaurant that is always packed. Due to a series of unfortunate events (I got stood up by Minh haha), F and I fortunately got to finally visit this mysteriously frequented restaurant.
Taste of Sydney Festival, Centennial Park Posted in Dessert, English, European, French, Italian, Lunch, Modern Australian, Spanish, Sydney, East on 19 March 2010
Tagged with: beef, Dessert, pork, Seafood
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I think it was around December that I heard a little fleeting teaser that Taste of Sydney will be on.. soon. Last year’s Taste was so much fun, so I was pretty excited. How excited? As soon as I found out the menu was online, F and I had worked out what to order in a matter of mere minutes and mushed our choices together for an epic mini-gastronomic adventure. And this was about two weeks before our Saturday session haha.
Liana’s, Parramatta Posted in Dessert, Italian, Lunch, Sydney, West on 17 January 2010
Tagged with: chicken, Dessert, Seafood
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In thinking of a place to treat my friend to lunch in Parramatta, I noticed massive banners declaring that Liana’s is under original management while I was waiting for him. Hmm, interesting. I’ve noticed over the years a decline in patronage (or perhaps I’ve just visited them at odd times?), which I found a bit sad as I’ve always liked Liana’s. I suggested the restaurant to Chung and mentioned how they make pretty good risotto there, which I always ordered in the past. Perhaps foreseeing a lot of aimless wandering around if he didn’t, Chung agreed to try Liana’s.
Bredbo Pizzeria, Bredbo Posted in Dinner, Italian, On The Road, Regional NSW on 6 January 2010
Tagged with: chicken, Seafood
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In going to Thredbo from Sydney, you’ll inevitably pass through quite a few small towns. Though for me, only a few names really stick in my head, one of which is Bredbo (I admit it, it’s because it really sounds like Thredbo and I always giggle when I see it). Whenever we pass through this country town, a pizzeria always catches our eye with masses of cars parked in front (during business hours of course) and each time we tell each other that we should try it out – Mark even banned F and I from going there without him.
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, New York Posted in American, Dinner, Italian, New York City, USA on 15 December 2009
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This afternoon, I decided to do the new york-touristy thing and walk across the Brooklyn Bridge and have my first sample of what’s been voted in a number of circles as New York’s “best pizza” at Grimaldi’s Pizzeria. A reputation such as this, comes with certain things (i.e. lines, long lines). After braving the brisk early autumn weather to cross the bridge, my dining companion and I chose to brave the approximately thirty-minute long line outside for a chance to sample New York’s best.
Daring Baker’s Challenge, Cannoli Posted in Daring Bakers, Dessert, Dessert Recipes, Italian on 27 November 2009
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My first experience which soon developed to an obsession with Cannoli started precisely 4 years ago. It was 4 years ago, that I started a new job at a shop which was directly opposite to a beautiful Italian patisserie. Each morning, my request would be a ricotta filled cannoli with a medium cappucino. I can remember precisely how the cannoli tasted, with it’s crispy shell encasing an airy mixture of ricotta cheese, douse in a little sprinkle of icing sugar, it brings back great memories.
SIFF Let’s Do Lunch, Uccello Posted in Dinner, Italian, Let's Do Lunch, Lunch, SIFF - Sydney International Food Festival, Sydney, CBD on 9 October 2009
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The first day of SIFF saw me head to Uccello for their Let’s do Lunch menu. During the month of October, participating restaurants offer a $35 menu with one main course plus coffee, and a glass of matching Brown Brothers wine, Coopers beer or a 500ml bottle of S.Pellegrino sparkling or Acqua Panna still mineral water, a great way to sample the menu of some great restaurants.
Bacco Wine Bar, Chifley Plaza Posted in Dinner, Italian, Sydney, CBD on 12 September 2009
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When you’re a foodie or a food blogger, your priorities become warped. The moment a friend suggests that we meet up on a Friday after work, my mind immediately jumps to consider where we should go eat, because a get together is simply not complete without food! I suggest that we go to Bacco, which has been on my mind ever since my recent Hunter Valley trip.
Fifteen, Melbourne Posted in Degustation, Dinner, Italian, Melbourne on 28 June 2009
Tagged with: Dessert, duck, Seafood
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Fifteen’s entrance is in a small alley, which gave off the vibe of some secret food joint only the privileged knows about. The vibe was strengthened by glossy, dark wooden stairs taking you down into depths unknown. And then you notice the brightly coloured spray painted decor on the walls, which made me wonder if we had gone through the right door.
The best ever lasagna ? Posted in Italian, Recipes on 12 June 2009
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It’s been freezing this week in Sydney. The sudden change of seasons has been reinforced by the cold snap which has hit us. What’s a sure fire way to keep warm ? I’d avoid the heaters and get stuck into some good comfort food, and what better comfort food is there than lasagna ?
Ferragosto 2008, Great North Road (Five Dock) Posted in Italian on 20 August 2008
Tagged with: festival, Five Dock, pork, Seafood
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Ferragosto is an Italian holiday celebrated on August 15. This year it is held on a Sunday and attracts not only the Sydney Italian community, but cultures of all corners of Sydney. It was a glorious day to be out and about , made even better with the copious array of fresh Italian food and a genuine italian festival atmosphere.
Milano Italian Restaurant, Lansvale Hotel Posted in Italian on 9 June 2008
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The last place where you think you would find a decent Italian restaurant is along the Hume Highway in Lansvale (no offence to any Lansvalian’s who read this). Putting that side, I was surprised at how good the food looked. The taste however ….. please read on. Roasted rack of lamb with potato cake (thing) [...]
