I’ve been meaning to go to Corella Bar in Braddon for what feels like ages. Opening hours don’t seem to fit my schedule with work and a toddler in tow. So I am very excited when my friend has her birthday dinner there and I have the night off. Corella Bar’s indoor space is small, […] Read more…
Indian Dining Club
Note: I was invited to dine in at Indian Dining Club however all opinions are my own. Indian Dining Club is located in Belconnen, right on the water’s edge with outdoor tables on the deck so I can imagine nice summery evenings with delicious food. There’s an elegance to the décor with plush carpet, comfy […] Read more…
Cartel Tacos (Queanbeyan)
After lots of hype on social media and word of mouth, I finally managed to go to lunch at Cartel Tacos in Queanbeyan with a friend. It is a Friday lunch time so it isn’t too busy. I hear it gets packed on the weekends and at dinner time with a queue out the door. […] Read more…
Take Away High Tea @ L’Orange Patisserie
Mother’s Day this year consisted of a take away high tea from L’Orange Patisserie in Manuka. Packed into four take away boxes, the cost is $120 for two people. Savouries: Three types of sandwiches and two types of savoury quiche tarts. The sandwiches did start to dry out towards the end there but are large […] Read more…
$50 Express Lunch @ Inka
A friend and I caught up for lunch in the city and tried the Inka express lunch for $50 consisting of four courses. Our water preference is noted and brought out, and soy sauce dishes filled. Course 1 and 2 are the chef’s selection of sashimi (three pieces) and a maki roll to share. We […] Read more…
Naadam
Note: I was invited to dine in as a guest at Naadam, however all opinions are my own. I was invited to the grand opening of Canberra’s first Mongolian restaurant, Naadam in Phillip. After a light Mongolian BBQ (horhog) of lamb brisket roasted in tallow, served with potato and carrot, there’s some traditional music (using […] Read more…
Degustation @ Pilot
What better occasion than a birthday to dine in at Pilot? The 7-course degustation menu is $140 per person, and we all opt for the non-alcoholic drink pairing, an additional $55 each. Seating just 30 people, the restaurant is laid back and casual with an open kitchen and bar. We start off with a cold-brewed […] Read more…
L’epi Artisan Bakery
Note: I was invited to L’epi Artisan Bakery to promote some products. L’epi Artisan Bakery has fast become a favourite with locals at the Chisholm shops. I stopped by some months ago and tried out so many goodies. But firstly, owner Ignace Diompy recently got in touch about their two most popular breads. The house […] Read more…
Kodiak
Note: I was invited to dine at Kodiak, however all opinions are my own. A couple of months ago, we dined in at Kodiak in Kingston to try out the menu. We opt to sit outside as we have an active toddler with us. For drinks, I order a mocktail and leave it up to […] Read more…
Bento Tei
During the Christmas break, we had family visit from overseas and found ourselves at Bento Tei in Braddon for lunch. Hidden away on Lonsdale Street at the Nibu building, Bento Tei is a tiny shop with one table inside, and about four tables outside in the courtyard area. I’ve always been meaning to try it […] Read more…