DRINK > Cicchetti, Paris (14/20)

In the bustling 2nd arrondissement of Paris, Cicchetti is an Italian Tapas Wine Bar. Confused? Don't be. The concept of Cicchetti or Italian tapas, are small plates meant to be shared, originating from Venice and just the thing to complement that bottle or two of wine you are likely to explore with friends.…

ByEd ItorOctober 28, 20240Comments

EAT > SYDNEY

EAT > Le Foote, Sydney

Editors Note (25/8/24): We are saddened to hear the recent media reports and claims about Swillhouse venues. The accusations are extremely disturbing. As a result we are removing the review rating we gave for the venue. It seems that every new exciting restaurant in Sydney is either a Merrivale or Swillhouse…

ByEd ItorJuly 14, 20240Comments

EAT > SYDNEY

EAT > Bar Topa, Sydney (14/20)

"Lets have a quiet night, just a glass of wine and some tapas". Famous last words as we ambled down to Bar Topa which sits in amongst the throng of busy restaurants in the Merrivale owned "Ivy" district off George Street in Sydney's lower CBD towards the rocks. Bar Topa is a smart…

ByJames CampbellJuly 14, 20240Comments

EAT > HOBART

EAT > Frank, Hobart (14/20)

Frank is a smart restaurant with robust South American cuisine that is right on Franklin Pier looking out towards Sullivan’s Cove. It was described by a friend as, “you can’t miss it, its right underneath the Commonwealth Bank”. Arriving at the front door the restaurant is disected into two zones on the left…

ByCrispyJune 15, 20240Comments

CAFE > KYOTO

CAFE > Blue Bottle, Kyoto

Yes it is a chain store. American even. But yes, they do make great coffee. They just tend to be very slow and have a very limited selection of food or snacks on offer, it is all about the coffee. So if you are in need of caffeine, this is…

ByEd ItorApril 6, 20240Comments

STAY > TOKYO

STAY > All Day Place, Tokyo

Located just off Meji Dori Avenue in Shibuya, the All Day Place Hotel is hidden away above a cafe / craft beer bar in a tower building. A simple place with rooms that are functional with smart design at a reasonable price. SLEEP > Rooms come with the usual Pyjamas, reusable…

ByEd ItorMarch 30, 20240Comments

EAT > ROME

EAT > Roscioli, Salumeria con Cucina, Rome

If you are travelling to Rome there is a very good chance people are going to say, you have to go to that Salami place, the one near Campo de Fiori, it's brilliant. What people might not tell you is that if you want to eat there bookings are essential. This is the perfect…

ByMagnum OpusFebruary 20, 20240Comments

EAT > ROME

EAT > Ristorante Giulio Passami L’olio, Rome

On any trip to Rome you are likely to have someone tell you about their favourite restaurant, a little place that is down a lane way, off on a quiet street far from the tourists and the piazza. Giulio Passami L'olio is one of those places, if like us you walk the cobbled streets…

ByEd ItorFebruary 13, 20240Comments

STAY > MELBOURNE

STAY > Hotel No, Melbourne

The thing about Hotel No is that it is not really a hotel at all, rather it is truely unique glamping in the centre of the city. It starts with a secret 'speak easy' entrance which takes you to the rooftop and there you will find your shiny chrome Airstream. I know you…

ByEd ItorFebruary 12, 20240Comments

STAY STAY > SYDNEY TRAVEL TRAVEL > AUSTRALIA

STAY > The Morris Hotel, Sydney

The Morris is one of the newest hotels in the Sydney CBD, part of the Accor Groups ‘Handwritten Collection’ this is a boutique hotel with the structure of a big hotel group. Located at the grittier Haymarket end of Pitt Street, close to China Town, Surry Hills and Central Station. The Morris…

ByJames CampbellFebruary 5, 20240Comments