Alio Restaurant Alio restaurant has rocketed straight to the upper echelons of Sydney’s inner city dining arena, with it's simple passion for Italian flavors. 5 Baptist Street SURRY HILLS (+61 2) 8394 9368 www.alio.com.au More Info...

Aqua Dining A fine dining modern Austalian restaurant serving lunch and dinner 7 days.Located on the harbour with clear views from Luna park across to the Opera House. Crn Paul & North Cliff Sts MILSONS PT (+ 61 2) 9964 9998 www.aquadining.com.au

ARIA Restaurant From romantic dinner-for-two, to an intimate corporate business lunch to an elaborate wedding reception, ARIA offers unique individual dining areas to suit your every requirement. (+ 61 2) 9252 2555 www.ariarestaurant.com

Bathers Pavilion The restaurant at The Bathers Pavilion is an impressive affair in a warm setting with impeccable food and service to match the stunning view. Situated in a striking building on Balmoral Beach, the restaurant sits on one side of the pavilion while its sister cafe is on the other. Balmoral Beach BALMORAL (+61 2) 9969 5050 www.batherspavilion.com.au

Catalina Rose Bay dining with view, Named Winner, Restaurant Wedding Caterer 2005, Catalina Rose Bay specialises in top end corporate & personal private functions. Catalina is a beautiful versatile space, easily transformed into many different function formats, all retaining the spectacular 180 degree Sydney Harbour view. (+61 2) 9371 0555 www.catalinarosebay.com.au

Danks St Depot Danks St Depot is found in the converted warehouse where you will aslo find numerous galleries. With a communal table in the centre of the space, an open kitchen, new bar & simply delicious food, you will feel right at home here. 2 Danks St WATERLOO (+ 61 2) 9698 2201

High Tea Lounge at theloft Saturday and Sunday afternoons at theloft. The perfect Sydney harbourside setting for a celebratory occasion or a relaxed get together with friends. Indulge in afternoon tea of a seasonal assortment of savoury canapes & tantalisingly sweet petit-fours, served on a traditional three-tiered platter. Bookings essential. 3 Lime Street KING STREET WHARF (+ 61 2) 9299 4770 www.theloftsydney.com.au

Oh! Calcutta Warm spice colours, terrazzo joinery and stunning Islamic screening detail provide the perfect backdrop for Oh Calcutta's fabulous modern Indian flavours. 251 Victoria St DARLINGHURST (+ 61 2) 9360-3650 www.ohcalcutta.com.au

Otto Ristorante Italiano Otto's ability to reinvent the flavours of Italy in stylish new forms has attracted acclaim both internationally and locally. Visit Otto to experience some of Sydney's best modern Italian food. 6 Cowper Wharf Road WOOLLOOMOOLOO (+61 2) 9368 7488 www.ottoristorante.com.au

Sky Phoenix Fusion Cantonese dishes offered in a comfortable, contemporary setting. Awarded The Favourite Yum Cha by Sydney Morning Herald - Good Living 2005. Level 3 Skygarden, 77 Castlereagh Street SYDNEY (+ 61 2) 9223 8822 www.phoenixrestaurants.com.au

The Tearoom - Gunners' Barracks The Tearoom Gunners' Barracks offers sophisticated elegance in the most beautiful surroundings. It is the ideal venue for fine dining and celebration as it offers spectacular Harbour views, indoor and outdoor dining capacity, exquisite cuisine and tranquil surroundings. End of Suakin Drive GEORGES HEIGHTS (+61 2) 8962 5900 www.gunnersbarracks.com.au

The Tearoom - Queen Victoria Building The Tearoom, situated in the spectacular QVB is one of the most beautiful & genteel places to relax. Chefs Mark Holmes & Rob Crichton create delectable delights for 'elevenses', lunch & afternoon tea, all served under soaring ceilings & stained glass. The Tearoom can be also be hired for private evening functions. Level 3, Nth End, QVB, 455 George St (+ 61 2) 9269 0774 www.thetearoom.com.au

The Wharf Restaurant Floor to ceiling glass walls showcase unique views of Sydney Harbour. Housed in a heritage finger wharf, The Wharf Restaurant offers a location like no other for Weddings, corporate & cocktail events. Sydney Theatre Company, WALSH BAY (+ 61 2) 9250 1761 www.thewharfrestaurant.com.au

Vera Cruz Looking for a fun night in Sydney with friends try Vera Cruz. This traditional Mexican food in a moderist setting. Tortillas, enchiladas, fajitas & seasonal specialities from the kitchen. And don't forget to try a margarita. 314 Military Rd CREMORNE (+61 2) 9904-5818

Toby's Estate Coffee Toby’s Estate are artisan coffee roasters operating from a small café and roastery in Woolloomooloo. They have recently taken on a warehouse in Chippendale, with a café and tea emporium. 129 Cathedral St WOOLLOOMOOLOO (+ 61 2) 9358 1196 www.tobysestate.com.au More Info...

Awaba Café It's hard to fault breakfast at Balmoral on a sunny weekend. Awaba Cafe is always full of locals & people who have driven down especially to enjoy the view, atmosphere & food. After you have filled up on your brunch, take a walk & make the most of the superb location. 67 the Esplanade BALMORAL BEACH (+61 2) 9969 2104

Bills Bill's cafe is a favourite Sydney breakfast spot for locals & tourists alike. With restaurants now in Darlinghurst, Surry Hills & Woollahra it is easy to make your way to bill's for a brunch of ricotta hotcakes or sweet corn fritters. 359 Crown Street SURRY HILLS (+61 2) 9360 4762 www.bills.com.au

Bitton Gourmet David Bitton's cafe and gourmet products are a favourite. Spectacular food, sensational flavours. Bitton Gourmet serves up a five-star chef experience in every jar. Great for gifts. 37/A Copeland Street ALEXANDRIA (+61 2) 9519 5111 www.bittongourmet.com.au

Fire Station Cafe The Fire Station Cafe is tucked in between an office block and the post office on Pitt Street Close to Central. The old firestation cafe has character... and so do the owners, who incidentally, also make great coffee. 465 Pitt Street SYDNEY (+61 2) 9211 2348

Kawa Cane chairs out on the street, split level dining inside and communal table. On the chalkboards you'll find a deliciously healthy menu, with homemade specialties full of organic ingredients. Visit Kawa café for its sunny position and relaxed atmosphere. 348a Crown St SURRY HILLS (+61 2) 9331 6811

La Renaissance Cafe Patisserie La Renaissance Cafe Patisserie is a family business established in 1974, suppliers of fine patisserie, chocolates, savouries, all handmade daily at The Rocks by their team of pastry cooks. 47 Argyle Street THE ROCKS (+61 2) 9241 4878 www.larenaissance.com.au

MCA cafe The MCA Café offers spectacular views over Circular Quay and fine modern Australian cuisine.The ideal place for a business lunch, morning or afternoon tea. 140 George Street THE ROCKS (+ 61 2) 9241 4253 www.mca.com.au

Muse Cafe Stepping into Muse Cafe is like stepping into the Europe of the past; sumptuous warm and invititing. 122 Smith Street SUMMER HILL (+ 61 2) 9716 5190 www.musecafe.com.au

Alderman Providore Alderman Providore is an online Australian gourmet food retailer. They specialise in gourmet products sourced from many of the smaller boutique food suppliers, as well as some of the larger, better known, suppliers. Alderman Providore also put together hampers, gift sets & sell gift vouchers. 90A Constitution Rd DULWICH HILL (+61 2) 9569 6537 www.alderman-providore.com

Alimento Deli The formula used to create Muse Cafe, was so successful we decided to make our foods available directly to the public in an exciting new venture called 'Alimento', meaning 'nourishment' in Spanish. 99 Smith Street SUMMER HILL (+ 61 2) 9797 2484 www.alimentodeli.com.au

Bourke Street Bakery Paul Allam and David McGuinness team up at Bourke Street Bakery to bring Sydney their homestyle 'just baked' breads, pastries, pies and tartes. Their skill, fresh ingredients and friendly staff will often see people lined up out the front doors of their little store. Cnr Bourke & Devonshire Sts SURRY HILLS (+61 2) 9699 1011

Camperdown Cellars Camperdown Cellars your specialist wine merchant has an exceptional variety of local and imported wines & beer. Stores are located in Camperdown, Darlinghurst, Double Bay & Leichhardt. 21 Kingston Rd CAMPERDOWN (+ 61 2) 9519 3341 www.camperdowncellars.com.au

Macro Wholefoods Macro Wholefoods Market have a passion for food – the taste, the nutritional value, where it comes from and how it is prepared. They appreciate that great food and cooking improves the lives of everyone. Stores located at Crows Nest & Bondi Jct. 31-37 Oxford St BONDI JUNCTION (+ 61 2) 9389 7611 www.macrowholefoods.com.au

O-Organic Produce O-Organic Produce provide a new experience in organic take away food which is both healthy & delicious. With a cafe in Surry Hills they specialise in freshly prepared foods, particularly gluten free and vegetarian/vegan products. Visit their website for wholesale, catering & takehome product ranges 487 Crown Street SURRY HILLS (+ 61 2) 9319 4009 www.organicproduce.com.au

Provedore Pelagio Provedore Pelagio is a favourite for anyone local to the darlinghurst area. Great to pop in on the way home for fresh pasta, bread, vegetables and organic meat for the evening dinner. Cafe in the front of the shop if you have a moment to spare. 235 Victoria Street DARLINGHURST (+ 61 2) 9360 1011

Simon Johnson Quality Foods Simon Johnson Purveyor of Quality Foods is the leading provider of Australia's finest range of imported and home grown quality food, offering only products of the highest integrity. Retail stores Pyrmont, Castlecrag & Woollahra. 181 Harris St PYRMONT (+ 61 2) 9552 2522 www.simonjohnson.com.au

ECQ Bar Located on the mezzanine level, the ECQ Bar has views of Sydney Harbour and the Bridge over Circular Quay. A great spot for an drink of an evening when they totally open up the bar to the summer breeze. A good after work bar option. 61 Macquarie Street EAST CIRCULAR QUAY (+61 2) 9256 4000 www.mirvachotels.com.au

Establishment Establishment bar, described by many vistors as one of the most beautiful bars in the world, is an inner city oasis with an indoor/outdoor feeling. Visit the glamorous Hemmesphere bar on level 4. 252 George Street SYDNEY (+ 61 2) 9240 3000 www.merivale.com

FireFly Wine Bar Firefly is the perfect place to relax by the water’s edge sipping cocktails and tapas or sharing a more elaborate meal & a bottle of wine. Firefly is situated down by the Sydney Theatre Company. PIER SEVEN, 17 HICKSON RD WALSH BAY (+ 61 2) 9241 2031 www.fireflybar.net

Lotus This sophisticated Bistro and Cocktail Bar located in Potts Point has been hugely popular with the locals since it’s conception. SMH recently voted Lotus Sydney's favourite bar. 22 Challis Ave POTTS POINT (+ 61 2) 9326 9000 www.merivale.com

Opera Bar The perfect bar to take visitors to Sydney - During the Summer months this open-air bar down on the harbour is filled with both tourists & Sydney locals enjoying the harbour view at sunset. Lower Concourse Level (+61 2) 9247 1666 www.operabar.com.au

The Victoria Room Patrons love lounging in the plush sofas and deep armchairs in a room softly lit by a brigade of ambient lamps. Dine on a fine selection of Meditteranean-inspired dishes. Level 1, 235 Victoria St DARLINGHURST (+ 61 2) 9357 4488 www.thevictoriaroom.com

Water Bar The Water Bar has been named "Bar of the Year" by the SMH, "Best Bar" by the SMH Good Food Guide, and "One of the top 10 bars in the world" by Condé Nast Traveler. Stretch out on the banquettes and decide for yourself. 6 Cowper Wharf Rd WOOLLOOMOOLOO (+ 61 2) 9331 9000 www.whotels.com

Gourmet Safaris Gourmet Safaris are great food adventures. Come behind the secret door in parts of Sydney, beautiful places in Australia and the most magnetic locations around the globe. All food and indulgence tours are designed by Gourmet Safaris Director, Maeve O'Meara who is a respected food author, broadcaster and television food presenter. (+61 2) 9960 5675 www.gourmetsafaris.com.au

He Cooks Home Cooking School He Cooks - cooking classes for men in Sydney. A cooking school for men who want more confidence in the domestic kitchen. In the course students learn from experienced chef presenters who demonstrate how to do it, then they have their turn. (+ 61 2) 9326 6530 www.hecooks.com.au

TALK + EAT + DRINK Sydney's best chefs show us their skills in the kitchen in Simon Johnson, Talk + Eat + Drink - Cooking Courses. Classes include Italian, French, Vietnamese, Modern Australian and Greek cuisine. Learn from the masters. Bookings Essential. 181 Harris Street PYRMONT (+61 2) 9552 2522 www.simonjohnson.com.au

Biome earth-friendly Living Beautiful, useful and inspiring choices for your home, body and gifts. Unique range of organic, recycled and natural products. Fast, low-cost shipping service for Sydney. Shop online or mail order 1300 301 767 www.biome.com.au

Bondi Wheatgrass Bondi Wheatgrass supplies information, products and ideas which enable those interested to enjoy a healthier lifestyle and higher consciousness. unit 2. 37 Daphne St BOTANY (+ 61 2) 9700 0351 www.bondiwheatgrass.com.au

Leichhardt Growers Market Open every Saturday 9am-2pm. As people are now focusing on healthy living this market is thriving as visitor pick up their weekly organic favourites, including fruit, vegetables, breads and treats. Orange Grove Public School, Balmain Rd LEICHHARDT (+ 61 2) 9999 2226

Macro Wholefoods Macro Wholefoods Market have a passion for food – the taste, the nutritional value, where it comes from and how it is prepared. They appreciate that great food and cooking improves the lives of everyone. Stores located at Crows Nest & Bondi Jct. 31-37 Oxford St BONDI JUNCTION (+ 61 2) 9389 7611 www.macrowholefoods.com.au

Manly West Organic Market Manly West Organic Market is a not-for-profit, cooperatively run Certified Organic Market. It provides pure wholesome foods produced using environmentally sustainable methods - free from artificial fertilisers, herbicides and pesticides EVERY SATURDAY 8am – 1pm Manly West Public School Hill St BALGOWLAH www.manlywestmarket.com.au

O-Organic Produce O-Organic Produce provide a new experience in organic take away food which is both healthy & delicious. With a cafe in Surry Hills they specialise in freshly prepared foods, particularly gluten free and vegetarian/vegan products. Visit their website for wholesale, catering & takehome product ranges 487 Crown Street SURRY HILLS (+ 61 2) 9319 4009 www.organicproduce.com.au

Belinda Franks Belinda Franks Catering offers 20 years experience, combining a fresh approach, caring attention to detail and innovative cuisine. 'One bite says everything' Unit 10, 79 Bourke Rd ALEXANDRIA (+ 61 2) 8338 9393 www.belindafranks.com.au