I Don't Eat, I Devour

"A little bit of everything" - that's my favourite way to enjoy food, second only to a lovely, long, decadent degustation. And if those little bits of everything are already portioned out and assembled upon my plate? Even better.  Located on Glebe Point Road, Dish is a Sri Lankan eatery that offers just the kind of one-board-many-components-wonders I so enjoy.  Special Lunch Set Menu, $24.90 Look at that spread.  Let's take a closer look at each component, shall we? Ah, egg hopper. I am a huge fan of the hopper - airy, chewy, and when combined with an egg, even better. It is the perfect vessel for the range of sambal and curries served along side it. Speaking of vessels, the roti at Dish is, to be perfectly honest, disappointing. It was a little hard and floury, and for a person of my appetite (which is average and by no means small, despite what my stature may otherwise indicate) it is just a waste of stomach space.  What was even more disappo

I have always known that Harris Park is the place to go for some authentic Indian cuisine - and I had read a glowing review of Chatkazz which really piqued my interest - a bustling restaurant serving the kind of street food I had seen on Youtube. I may have gone a bit too excited and over-ordered. Dahi puri, part 1, $8.40 Dahi puri, Part 2, $8.40 I have seen videos of these crispy little babies being served on the street where you use the delicate, crunchy, paper-thin shells as a spoon to ladle some liquid, and you're supposed to pop the whole thing in your mouth in one go. They are filled with boiled potato, and various chutneys accompany them - let me tell you, my first attempt was not pretty. Liquid spilled everywhere, as I tried to take a delicate bite. You have to really be all-in for this one. I particularly enjoyed the yogurt and chutney covered dahi puris - they are savoury and chilled and sweet, perfect for a hot summer's day. I would also add that this d

You could spot Circa Espresso from a mile away - this eclectic cafe is always packed to the brim, with customers spilling out onto the sun-drenched outdoor seating, to the back deck-area and still there is a line. It is not a stressful, unpleasant line, however - the lovely owners create such a chilled-out, relaxed vibe that you think waiting in line is just part of this pleasant experience. In fact, you rather feel like you're waiting at the entrance of some kind of garage sale, and you'd be perfectly happy to chat with your neighbours while waiting your turn. Cold Brew, $5 How do you know Circa means business when it comes to coffee? Its coffees are labelled with origin, variety and process. For exmple, the cold brew is labelled "tatu, kenya (sl-34 & sl-28, natural)", which means it is an Arabica coffee, typically lighter in taste than robusta, and therefore perfectly suited to the delicate extraction process of cold brew. Served like an Old-Fashioned, the

First, a minute of silence for one of my favourite restaurants in Sydney that no longer is: Berta . Their sagra menu really was quite something. On a brighter note, the folks who brought you the French bistro of your dreams, Hubert, opened Alberto's Lounge at the site that once was Berta, bringing me a sliver of comfort. Just as Hubert immediately transports one to a dark, intimate restaurant in 1930s Paris, Alberto's Lounge takes you straight to Italy with its wonderfully authentic cuisine. The kitchen is semi-open, and every single dish that came out of it made my gaze follow it with longing. Though the menu is quite small, it was difficult to make decisions - everything looked so good. Affettati Misti, $22 To start, a plate of cured meats and cheese - mortadella, bresaola and salami with rich, salty Parmigiana Reggiano. The bresaola, in particular, had a wondefully rich and oily texture. Carta di Musica, $8  We had no idea what this dish actually was - I was

Rockpool, that venerated house of steaks and burgers, is one of the original heavy-hitters of Sydney's fine dining scene. Whilst its steaks are very much in the upper echelons (for example, the $195 steaks), there are some items at the bar which are accessible to the every day Jill such as me. In fact, I would say that the value at Rockpool Bar is exceptional - it is not much more expensive than your local pub, but the quality is much higher. David Blackmore's Full Blood Wagyu Burger, $22 Served with Gruyere cheese, zuni pickles and bacon, this is an incredible burger. I understand why they put "full blood" in its name - this is the meatiest burger I have ever tasted. If you love meat, this is the burger for you. There is no mistaking you are having a prime, fatty, wagyu patty. The pickles are on the sweet side and perfectly cuts through the grease. I also think the tomatoes on the side is a great touch - it means you can allow the tomato to remain juicy while