Lock ‘n’ Load, West End, Brisbane

Ka Lei, Kieran and I waited a long time for our brunch at Lock ‘n’ Load, but when it did eventually come it was good. I ordered the house smoked salmon, herb hash cakes, cress and poached eggs with lemon sour cream. There was plenty of everything, the yolk was runny and the sauce was lovely. … Read more

Nicks Seafood, Darling Harbour, Sydney

Average at best. The food wasn’t bad but the service was terrible. For me, that outweighs everything. We waited forever for everything and our request for water was ignored twice – they weren’t even that busy. I ordered the barramundi with the tomato and corn salsa and chips – the barramundi was nice but nothing … Read more

Olivo, Darling Harbour, Sydney

What to do when you’re in Sydney alone on a business trip? Take yourself on a date. The candle was burning and I knew exactly what I wanted before I even sat down. The waiter had my smooth chianti in front of me in the blink of an eye. My delicious, smoked chicken, funghi risotto … Read more

Hippopotamus, Wellington, NZ

Words that come to mind: Devine. Mouth-watering. Incredible service. Wonderful atmosphere.  From our French speaking, music humming, trivia engaging waiter to the gorgeous view, luxurious interior and magnificent art the scene was set and my expectations were high.  We began with cocktails. My Mother would say that I aptly chose mine. It was simply named, … Read more

Otello Trattoria Pizzeria, West End, Brisbane 

Before heading to a marketing event, Clare and I sauntered around in search of dinner. I can never say no to Italian so when Clare suggested it I was already halfway inside the door.  We started with some lovely calamari and a shared plate of tagliatelle, olives and prawns in a napoli sauce. The pasta … Read more

Statler and Waldorf Gastro Pub, Paddington, Brisbane

I had once tried the most delicious burger by S&W at a local event and have been wanting to visit their local digs ever since. Ka Lei messaged me that there was $10 fresh duck ragu that she had seen on their Facebook and was I in? Hell yeah I was! We waited for a table … Read more

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