Bourke Street Bakery

Bourke Street Bakery is a pastry lovers dream. The store has positive reviews and is highly recommended  by magazines with exceptional reviews. Before you even step into the store you can smell the fresh smell of the bakery giving you a sense of heaven. Bourke Street Bakery uses fresh ingredients to make its products from scratch. Nothing is pre-made here giving you a natural taste with no artificial ingredients. The pastry chiefs here are carefully picked to maintain the high standards its become accustomed to. The store also provides baking classes so you can learn to bake yourself some pastries that these skilful team provides on a daily basis. The experience is invaluable as it may be used throughout  your life. During weekends it get so busy so its best to get there early. Ideal time to have some pastries here is during breakfast and after tea.

Bourke Street Tarts

The bakery has a range of sweet pasties including tarts, croissants, cakes, danishes, pies, muffins and of course a range of breads. The tarts and pies are a stand out when it comes to tasty eating here. The tarts come in flavours such as chocolate, rhubarb and almond, lemon and strawberry meringue. The fresh flour used in the tarts gives a fresh taste with each mouthful and with the combination of flavours gives you a tasteful experience.

Chicken Pie 

The pies here are right amongst the best pies in Australia made with the skills of the Bourke Street team and its fresh ingredients. The chicken pie here is a favourite amongst pie lovers in Sydney with constant mentions on magazines and the internet. The pies has large chunks o chicken with peas and sweet potatoes which sounds like a normal chicken pie but after trying this you would only want to come back here to have pies. It really is that good and you can choose to have it with whichever sauce you prefer.

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Oliver Brown

Oliver Brown is a chocolate cafe that uses chocolate made from Belgium and coffee made from local coffee bean roasters. The franchise opened up in 2010 and now has 15 stores across Sydney. This just goes to show you the reputation it has to have grown at such a rapid rate. The cafe receives well deserved reviews and is a great spot for socialising. Oliver Brown cafes takes pride in delivering excellent customer service and top quality food.  The chocolates from Belgium come from farmers who have the best cocoa as well beans.

Oliver Brown has a selection of chocolate filled menus with both hot and cold beverages as well as desserts.  The ice cold shakes come in a variety of flavours including mojito, chocolate banana and  strawberries with chocolate sprinkles. The taste of these flavours are a hit with customers especially the mojito.  Oliver Brown has a selection of sweets such as fondues, waffles, churros and cakes. Each of these come with additional sides such as ice cream, fruits and banana bread. This balances out the sweetness while giving you a refreshing taste at the same time. Oliver Brown is a place to go the next time you need to go out with friends or family to try these chocolate filled menus.

Oliver Brown selection of choc filled desserts

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Oliver brown website

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Holy Basil

Holy Basil brings traditional dishes from Thai & Laos to Australia. The restaurant has a strong cultural presence making you feel warm and welcoming to showcase the finest cuisines from these regions. The layout of the restaurant has large lanterns giving you that authentic Asian vibe and the place is reasonably classy. Holy Basil is a family run business and its menu comes from generations of family traditional food. Fresh herbs and spices are the key component to these cuisines which has a mixture of sweet, sour and spicy food depending on your selection of foods. Holy Basil has a impressive reputation that is featured in many magazines and review articles.

 Though Holy Basil has traditional food on the menu its desserts selection of  Fried ice cream and its Sticky Coconut and rice pudding with mango is just divine. On the left here is an image of the fried ice cream. Using a scoop of ice cream and putting it on the stove with eggs and a layer of bread crumbs the end product is so tasty.  Holy Basil  has mastered this art and is by bar the best fried ice cream you can experience in Sydney.

The Sticky Coconut and Rice Pudding with Mango is also a must. This traditional dish is a dessert you have to try. The perfect balance of sweet and savoury will leave you speech less and will have you craving for  more.








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N2

N2 extreme gelato is a unique store due to the fact that the store uses liquid nitrogen in to make the gelato. N2 brings together the art of chemistry and food science to you by making the gelato using a wacky process. Liquid nitrogen causes ice crystallisation which takes only a matter of seconds to freeze serving you -6 degree gelato. The process of making the gelato is mind blowing and a must for you to experience for yourself. N2 has set its store to make you believe your in a chemistry class with all the equipment, mist and staff lab coats as uniforms. It looks like a mad science experiment you are watching.

N2 uses local dairies as a source for milk and full cream. The use of fruits and herbs are selected  thoroughly to produce only the best gelato. The flavours of ice cream range from the traditional chocolate/vanilla to milo, cheesecakes, buttered popcorn and spam mustard. Sounds strange enough but then the whole concept is meant to be strange and you can expect nothing less. N2 encourages customers to suggest flavours no matter how weird they may sound in order to experiment whether that the flavour may be a hit in the future.

The taste is just as good as gelato without liquid nitrogen but the frost feeling you wont experience anywhere else. It is a refreshing feeling the moment it hit your tongue. N2 is a store you should definitely visit.






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Lindt Cafe

Lindt Cafe showcases only the finest European chocolates. Lindt is royalty when it comes to chocolates, the brand has a top reputation that it deserves. Lindt Cafes has a unique layout in which customers feel like they are part of a journey with such an inviting atmosphere that the cafe has created. The cafes have such a classy touch to it making it a place to be for all occasions. Lindt nailed the European feel. The chocolates are made from homegrown farms from South and Central America  using only the best cocoa and fine grade beans.  The beans used to make the chocolates are less than 5% harvested around the world making Lindt a rare treat. The chocolates constantly receive positive reviews all around the world.

Rodger Federer representing Lindt advertising campaign 

Lindt Cafe offers customers a fine selection of chocolates, coffees, cakes, ice creams, waffles and shakes. You are truly spoilt for choices knowing that its Lindt adds an extra dimension to experiencing these desserts and treats. Lindt takes pride in ensuring not only does the taste satisfies customers but the overall experience is great from friendly staff to the presentation of its products.

Opera  

This is my favourite cake at Lindt and is well worth a try. The cake has layers of chocolate ganache, coffee and almonds with dark chocolate topping. It is a real treat and I highly recommend you go out of your way for a try.

A top seller of Lindt is its Lindor truffle range. These chocolates are truly remarkable and by far my favourite chocolate. The chocolate just melts in your mouth and is a must!










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Guylian

Guylian is a Belgium chocolate cafe. The cafe is a has a reputation of having a great atmosphere as well serving only the finest chocolate for all times of the day. The cafe uses only the finest Belgium chocolates that has that rich natural chocolate taste which makes it stand out in comparison to other chocolate cafes. Belgium is one of the best countries that produce chocolates so you already know that your experience with the chocolate is going to be grand. Guylian is known internationally for its unique seashell shaped chocolates. Guylian chocolates is served in over 100 countries so you know with that can of worldwide reach you wont be disappointed.

Guylian Signature Chocolate shaped sea shell  

Guylian chocolate cakes are one of a kind. The way the cake is made is incredible the Belgian chocolates used makes it a stand out as you get that authentic taste. Even the presentation of the cake is 5 star. Every time I have been here the attention to detail is excellent so is the customer service provided by the staff. There are a variety of cakes to choose from such as Tiramisu,  Caramel and a variety of different types of chocolates. Additionally Guylian has other desserts on the menu such as tarts, pastries, milkshakes and pastries.

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Moochi

Moochi serves frozen yoghurt. Frozen yoghurt sounds healthy and boring right? Well Moochi set a new trend by making serving frozen yoghurt a must. Moochi uses fresh milk and fresh yoghurt with chewy rice cake. The taste is a refreshing experience and most people must have tried it by now already if you haven't you really missing out. Moochi has a friendly atmosphere and there staff is always full of energy and gives the store a positive energy. Moochi craze has sky rocketed from one store in Strathfield Sydney 2011 to about 20 stores and still growing. Almost most Westfield shopping centres in Sydney is bound to have a Moochi store in its premises. With this rapid spread you know the franchise has done well and that the yoghurt is a favourite. Moochi stores have a pink layout with white this unique bright colours stand out and is a smart marketable idea that puts it in everyones minds.

Moochi Toppings 

Moochi frozen yogurt comes in flavours of Original, Pomegranate, Biscotti, Watermelon and Green Tea. These flavours on its without any toppings tastes so good and refreshing. Moochi is known for additional toppings to give your yoghurt that extra flavour. You can choose from a wide range of toppings including fruits, candies, chocolates and sauces. My suggestion is to try use fruits as it is refreshing but the choice is all yours. Usually customers j]choose 3 toppings but you can have more or less depending on you. My favourite flavour is the Biscotti which is a cookie based yoghurt, I add fruits to mine as I personally think sweets give a different taste to the overall experience.

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Chocolateria San Churro

Chocolateria San Churro is a café that specialises in Chocolates filled menus! The café is influenced by a Spanish culture that is known for their sweet tooth. Chocolateria San Churro brings this culture to Australia. The café creates a fun environment for all age groups filled with people from different cultures coming together for the churro. The cafe is a great place to get together with family and friends and socialise while having a sweet treat. A churro is a deep fried pastry with cinnamon sugar coated sprinkled on top. It is similar to a donut. The churro is served a cup of chocolate so you can dip it in. It really tastes so good. San Churro uses the best cocoa beans and pure cocoa butter to give the real deal not some artificial chocolate.

 San Churro with dark chocolate and milk chocolate dipping

You can also choose to get additional dippings and sides to go with your churros such as ice cream, fruits and sprinkles 

There are a number of other desserts  on the menu beside churros such as puddings, cakes, ice creams, pastries, sundaes, milkshakes and strawberry dipped filled chocolates. The range is both hot and cold so there is something for everyone!

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San Churros San Churro Website
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Adriano Zumbo

Adriano’s Zumbo is right amongst the best patissiers in Australia. Adriano’s Zumbo was such a talent that his chef skills were displayed on the hit series master chief Australia. After being on Master Chef, his reputation soared and he would be a household name. Adriano offers his skills with customers by organising classes throughout the year so that they can learn from the best. This is an awesome way to have your favourites at home. Though the classes may be pricey and limited, it is well worth it.

Adriano is widely known for his macarons with 40 flavours to choose from. There should be a flavour to suit everyone. Additionally, his cakes and tarts selection are also a must. Adriano presents his pastry in such a delightful way that it gets a 5 star for presentation. Not only does the food look good, it tastes even better.

Though there are 40 shades to choose from, you really can't go wrong with the salted caramel macarons. It is a favourite amongst everyone with good reason. Other stores may make the same but nothing comes close to his macarons taste. Adriano is always coming up with new recipes, so keep an out on the menu! I can almost guarantee you wont be disappointed.

Recipe for salted caramel macarons Salted Caramel Macarons

Adriano Zumbo Giving advice on Master Chef Australia 

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Adriano Zumbo website http://adrianozumbo.com/

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Bay Vista Dessert Bar & Cafe

Bay vista dessert bar and café is located in Brighton Le Sands. This café is popular due to its large selection of desserts, friendly atmosphere and its location being alongside a beach so customers can have water front views. Ideally, during the warmer months, customers order a dessert and walk along the beach. The café is open till late so it is a great place to enjoy with friends and family or even have a birthday celebration there.

 Bay Vista's Sundaes 

Bay vista offers a range of desserts such as pancakes and waffles, patisserie, cakes, ice cream and a chocolate filled menu. The selection range is huge and each one of the desserts on the menu is as good as each other. The café is largely known for its ice cream bowls and pancakes. The large bowls is something you have to try and finish. There is a variety of flavours you can choose from as well as daily specials selected by staff. 

Pancakes and mouse cakes with ice cream 

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Link to website http://www.bayvista.com.au/

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