Some new casual eating discoveries in sunny Sydney from a trip a few months back.
- Three Blue Ducks: over in Bronte, had a great summer vibe. The chef is ex-Tetsuya; judging by his innovative and delicious but not OTT dishes, this is a man that yearned to branch out and try something new. Farm to plate is the theme. Lunch is casual, the dinner menu more elaborate, but all good. The beet and haloumi salad for lunch was an explosion of fresh flavors, using not just beets but beet puree as a dressing.
- Hartsyard: a young Brooklyn chef in Sydney; great American comfort food done with a refined palate. The oyster po' boy on an English muffin comes to mind, washed down with a great local red ale. I didn't have the pulled pork, but it was recommended.
- Bodega: an offshoot of Porteno, doing more modern fare and tapping into the tapas/small plates craze. The steamed milk bun, BBQ tongue and crab was lovely. The pork, octopus and cabbage/green apple salad was as intriguing as it sounds.
- Pendolino: less casual, and good for a business lunch in the CBD if you're craving Italian food. The very low lighting is a plus for some reason.
- Shady Pines Saloon: there's always a line in front of this place after 10 pm; an earlier arrival means immediate entry. Fun ambiance, loud and quirky music.
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