No need to cross the water anymore!

Two former chefs, one more experienced in pastry and the other more in bread, had the same vision: opening the perfect bakery which was small, homely and timeless. And so they did: in 2004 they opened their first one, Bourke Street Bakery in Surry Hills. After this came Marrickville, Alexandria and Potts Point. But the good news is, for people living on the 'other side' (like me!), they finally made it north of the bridge! They took over the Central Baking Depot in Neutral Bay, which is the perfect location to sell their famous loaves of sourdough and their chocolate and sour cherry cake. The only down side: Don't think you can only order your bread for the weekend... It is just too hard to resist all their lovely hand made bites with this delicious, honest, rustic, mouthwatering look and smell..., jumm!

The Bourke Street Bakery, Grosvenor St. 19-25, Neutral Bay

Charming, cute & colorful!

I'll definitely write more about the pretty suburb Kirribilli, but I just cannot keep this gem away from you. The other day I walked from Milsons Point towards the Harbour Bridge and suddenly passed a very charming, colorful, tiny, cute shop. Of course I entered. This shop, named Ginger Flower, is very popular with the locals but it's time for more people to get to know this hidden treasure!
It is full of gorgeous surprises. They offer different goodies from all over the world. Sue, the owner started selling most items from India but currently also sources in Japan, Italy, UK, France and of course Australia. You can find kimono kaleidoscope's, secret books, comfi colorful French slippers, organic bath and body products from Salus, Italian knitwear, cuddly blankets, Japanese bowls, candles by Ecoya, cards, kites, cushions and so much more! So, when you need a 'pressie' for a birthday, Christmas or just want to spoil yourself, check this one out!

Ginger Flower, 9 Broughton St., Kirribilli

Why Sydney is the place to be?

My first post! How exciting! Well, let me first tell you why Sydney is so amazing before I go into all the nice treasures I have found here.

Sydney is a unique city you can’t compare to any other place in the world. It has a cosmopolitan feeling without being hectic at all. The gorgeous harbour and the many beaches give breathtaking views that make you fall in love with this beautiful city straight away. Sydney consists of many suburbs and each suburb has a different feeling. From hip and trendy to multi-cultural to laid back to bohemian and fashionable.
The locals are used to a very high standard. You can’t go wrong buying a coffee or having a brekkie. They will be made to perfection! For children Sydney is also a dream to live in. The schools have a very high standard and the kids are always outdoors. Playing in parks, doing sports or going to the beach. What more do they want? The nature in and outside of Sydney is gorgeous. Sydney itself has the most beautiful beaches and national parks while within 2 hours driving you can be hiking in the Blue Mountains. Whether it is the Opera House, the Harbour Bridge or the very friendly people, I definitely fell in love with this amazing city and cannot wait to tell you more about it!