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What makes it so special? Duh....., the chocolate of course!!!!!!!!
This is some of the best tasting chocolate you will taste anywhere! I couldn't find any better in Paris though I certainly tried lots to compare!
Quite apart from that are the stunning displays that occupy the front window. For the cricket buffs amongst you (I know that rules out virtually all Americans - both Nth & "Sth ,Europeans & Asians) there was a brilliant display of Don Bradman at the crease. I could only marvel at how many hours & kg of chocolate this would have taken!
My own favourites are the 'Peach Melbas', a peach flavoured soft centre covered with milk chocolate.
My wife's favourite are the 'Strawberries & Cream which tasted just like that, but covered in delicious chocolate.
For overseas visitors especially they do a range of Australian native flavours such as 'Wattleseed' and about half a dozen others whose names elude me at the moment.
Really, it's up to you. Talk to the staff. They are nice and helpful too. The owner is a Belgian guy, but you don't see him out the front. However, often you will see his wife, a lovely blonde Australian lady sort of middle aged.
Quality like this does not come cheaply! This really is a case of paying for what you get. But you can still buy a little prepackaged box for $10, $15 or $20 Australian. Good value for you European, American & Japanese visitors while your currency is so much stronger. Leave a Comment Theme: OtherAddress: 658 Darling Street, RozellePhone: 02 9810 2690Directions: About 5 shops down, on the right, from the Victoria Road intersection which is where you would get off any of the 500 series buses. See my off the beaten path tip for other buses to Rozelle & BalmainWebsite: www.bellefleur.com.au Other Contact: check the site (pic from there) |
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Consider buying a case or two (or even just a bottle or two) of some of Australia's renouned nectar of the vinyards.
If you don't know just what to choose, the sales staff will give you advice. With a few days in Sydney, you might try stopping by this wine cellar to buy a bottle of a couple of types, try them out during a picnic lunch, and go back to order whatever one(s) appealed most to you.
Stop by on Thursdays and Fridays in the late afternoon to sample featured wines.
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The largest and most well known supermarkets in Australia are called Woolworths and Coles. There is also Aldi, Bi-Lo and IGA as the other big name supermarkets.
I know, when I first heard 'Woolworths' I thought of the cheesy ol five and dime stores that used to be in the USA. Only the name is the same!
Woolworths, or "Woolies" as the locals refer to it is a large supermarket chain across Australia, similar to Safeway in the U.S. It's clean, bright and well stocked, and seems to be constantly understaffed as the long lines would indicate.
They have a large fruit and veg section, bakery, meat and seafood, dairy, health, beauty and toiletries as well as almost all the basic foods you could hope for. Some pharmacy items have to be bought at a separate 'Chemist shop' depending on what it is.
The beer, wine and liquor is a separate store attached to Woolies.
It is common to go to a meat shop to buy meat and chicken, and a seafood shop to get the freshest catch. Then there are almost always separate shops to purchase fruits and veggies as well. Everyone seems to have their own personal favorite supermarket, butcher shop, seafood shop, fruit & veg market and chemist. It's a little more challenging to go shopping than the one stop shopping available so readily in the USA
Coles is Woolies competition, and has a little different variety and in my experience seems a bit higher priced for most (but not all) things.
Weekly flyers highlight the special buys of the week.
Online shopping is also available here:
http://www.shopfast.com.au
Here's the links:
http://www.greengrocer.com.au<br />
http://www.woolworths.com.aur />
http://www.iga.net.au
http://www.supabarn.com.au
http://www.australia.aldifoods.com
http://www.bilo.com.au
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The macadamia is the only major commercial food crop that is native to Australia.
In this great shop you will be able to buy anything which is related to the Macadamia Nut, like:
* Macadamia Nut Butter;
* Macadamia Nut Cookies;
* Macadamia Nut Dip;
* Macadamia Nut Glossy Gift Bags;
* Macadamia Nut Tourist Boxes;
* Kiwifruit Macadamias;
* Macadamia Gourmet Oil;
* Macadamia based cosmetics;
* Etc.
For the die-hards there is a Macadamia Nut Addicts Pack!
Enjoy!
See the list above.
Some more examples are:
* T.J's Nutcracker;
* Bonk Cracker.
It's a specialty shop. Some more popular products are cheap. But the more specialized products are more expensive. Leave a Comment Theme: Food and DrinkAddress: Argyle St, The Rocks, NSW 2000, Shop 32Phone: 02 9251 7088Directions: At The Rocks.Other Contact: Fax: 02 9251 7158 |
If you are in Sydney you have to check out the Darrell Lea Chocolates store. This chocolate company that has been around since 1928 and is located in an historic corner shop built in 1863-64. Not only are the sweets good, but if your into older architecture then this an awesome visit. Nestled between tall modern skyscrapers is a quaint 1800's chocolate shop. Modern prices do apply. There are only so many sweets I can take in one day, but anything you’re going to buy in there is going to be good. Stop bye and check it out to satisfy that sweet tooth craving. Theme: Food and DrinkAddress: Corner of George and King St.Phone: 02/9232 2899 |
As you walk by this wine store...or Bottle Shop like they call it in Sydney, it's very deceiving.......but it's a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered.....just a block down the street from Hyde Park on Elizabeth St. This wine store has it all.......from your every day wine to your ultra premium wines.....The owners are always on hand, and very much wine experts......
Cape Mentelle-Semillon Blanc $23 AU......$80 AU in a high end restraunt...or $45 US in the states !!!!!
whatever amount you desire...from $4.99 bottles to $5,000 bottles !!!!! Leave a Comment Theme: Food and DrinkAddress: 152 Elizabeth St.Phone: 9264 3022Directions: walk down Elizabeth St from Hyde Park and it's half a block on the right side.......easy to find !!!! |
Along Sydney street, you will come across lots of little shops along the street selling all kinds of stuff, street wear, branded goods like nike, reebok,etc.....................
Special items, macadamia nuts, nuggets, oh ya also try the sesame ice-cream. And ladies maybe you can try the local facial cream, it works great for me..................... Leave a Comment Theme: Other |
If you must come to Sydney and think about shopping make sure to compare prices very carefully.......just about every item is imported into Autralia and the prices reflect that !!!
Buy Austrailian wines and beers and stay away from ordeing an imported wine or beer believe me you'll pay dearly for it !!!!! Leave a Comment Theme: Other |
Well, Where can I start.. Perhaps, the biggest fish market you will ever see in the world (I've heard there might be a bigger one in Japan, not sure) is in Sydney, Australia.. It is the Seafood lover's Paradise with its many many different types of fresh fish, octopus, crabs, prawns and you name it, they have it there.. They are open very early in the morning, I believe at 7 am but for more complete information, please visit their website.. The website is as impressive as their market. If you have some time to spare, give it a try and visit the market.. If you end up coming home empty handed, I guarantee you will stink like fish but for free hehehe
You will have to pay for parking and it can get pretty expensive (check the website for parking rates) or you can take public transport if you don't mind sitting in the train holding 5 kilos of king fish in your hands.. Public transport info is also on website..
Check out the website, all you need to know is there.. Leave a Comment |
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The best fudge EVER! especially the 'Rocky road' it melts in your mouth!
$10 for 3 pieces. Theme: Food and Drink |
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