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11 spots to find a sweet treat on the North Shore
Aug 15, 2025

11 spots to find a sweet treat on the North Shore

Looking for something sweet on a slow-moving afternoon?

Huw Bradshaw
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“The whole world of fine dining is in trouble”: Crows Nest loses Chef Hat-awarded restaurant facing 50% rent hike
Jul 30, 2025

“The whole world of fine dining is in trouble”: Crows Nest loses Chef Hat-awarded restaurant facing 50% rent hike

Speaking to the Lorikeet, Annata owner and general manager John Bligh expressed frustration at a rental economy that made it harder and harder for small businesses to compete with franchises and fast food chains.

Huw Bradshaw
Food & DrinkFood & Drink
Dinner for $10 and under in Chatswood? It’s easier than you think.
Jul 23, 2025

Dinner for $10 and under in Chatswood? It’s easier than you think.

Noodles, skewers, tripe, burgers and dumplings: If you look hard enough, a meal for $10 or lower still exists. Here’s where you can find it in Chatswood.

Huw Bradshaw
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Where to get Lunch in North Sydney under $15
Jul 16, 2025

Where to get Lunch in North Sydney under $15

You might feel stranded in the North Sydney CBD, caught between upmarket restaurants and $25 pub burgers. Have no fear: here’s your guide to an affordable lunch in North Sydney.

Huw Bradshaw
Food & DrinkFood & Drink
Last call, or a new start? North Shore karaoke bar The Pickled Possum up for sale
Jul 11, 2025

Last call, or a new start? North Shore karaoke bar The Pickled Possum up for sale

Late night revellers, karaoke tragics, and all other patrons of the Possum — young and old — wait with bated breath to see the fate of the North Shore institution.

Huw Bradshaw
Food & DrinkFood & Drink
Three-Michelin-starred Norwegian dining on the Hawkesbury?
Jul 10, 2025

Three-Michelin-starred Norwegian dining on the Hawkesbury?

It’s more likely than you think.

Huw Bradshaw
Food & DrinkFood & Drink
The best vegan restaurants in the North Shore
Jul 03, 2025

The best vegan restaurants in the North Shore

We hear that it can be difficult to find good vegan and vegetarian food in the North Shore. Here's a guide for some vego options around the north that we rate.

Huw Bradshaw
Food & DrinkFood & Drink
El Jannah gets hot start in Lindfield as it expands on north shore
Jun 23, 2025

El Jannah gets hot start in Lindfield as it expands on north shore

Charcoal Chicken franchise El Jannah has expanded its territory deep into the north shore, with its latest Lindfield store opening its doors last Saturday.

Jean-Paul Pelosi
Food & DrinkFood & Drink
Trying the Tiramisu stall Chatswood residents are queuing up the street for
Jun 03, 2025

Trying the Tiramisu stall Chatswood residents are queuing up the street for

While we were served a decently-portioned slice at Flybee Tiramisu, the dessert may not have a strong enough coffee flavour to satisfy tiramisu enthusiasts.

Huw Bradshaw
Crows NestCrows Nest
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Crows Nest loses one of its most divisive restauranteers: Stuyvesant House set to close its doors
May 23, 2025

Crows Nest loses one of its most divisive restauranteers: Stuyvesant House set to close its doors

In perhaps our shortest interview yet, the Lorikeet asks restauranteer Rudi Dietz what he has taken away from half a century of service.

Huw Bradshaw
Food & DrinkFood & Drink
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All the markets on this week in the North Shore
May 22, 2025

All the markets on this week in the North Shore

The North Shore Lorikeet's list of the best markets on this week in the North Shore.

Huw Bradshaw
Food & DrinkFood & Drink
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The small restaurant bringing quality Persian cuisine to the heart of Willoughby
May 22, 2025

The small restaurant bringing quality Persian cuisine to the heart of Willoughby

Though slightly on the pricier side, this restaurant is worth it when you factor in the incredible service and atmosphere.

Huw Bradshaw
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