The Sydney Traveler

I know we’re all trying to cut those calories again after a big Christmas splurge, but there’s a good reason to put off that detox for just a little longer. A new cupcake shop has opened up in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, and its offering much more than your standard fare.
Ghermez is Persian for red, perhaps because the sweet treats featured here are red hot! You’ll be lured by exciting flavours like chilli chocolate, pistachio and rose, and sticky date.
If you’re in need of a sugar hit to help you get through those post-Christmas sales, Ghermez is worth a look! But …read more

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Everyone’s favourite sweet treats, Chupa Chups, are turning fifty, and they want you to join in the celebrations.
From Friday the Oxford Street Market at Bondi Junction will be transformed into Chupa Chups Lane. Here you can enjoy your favourite flavour (there’s 127 to choose from!) and check out some iconic Chupa Chups artworks and installations.
This sounds like a sweet experience for the whole family!
Date: Friday 7 November to Monday 17 November 2008
Location: Oxford Street Market
Address: Oxford Street, Bondi Junction
Public transport: Catch a train to Bondi Junction station
Parking: Park in the Wilson’s parking station at 500 Oxford Street
Cost: Free
Website: http://www.chupachups.com/en/
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The Moon Festival is one of the most significant yearly events in Asia. This 1000-year old tradition celebrates the seasonal harvest and the beautiful full moon. Sydney may be a long way away from this Eastern continent, but the city’s Asian community ensures this occasion does not pass unnoticed.
If you want to join in, make sure you visit Bondi Junction on Saturday. The day will include Asian dance, arts and craft, and plenty of tasty Asian food. Yes of course there’ll be moon cakes!
Date: Saturday 6 September
Time: 10 am to 5 pm
Location: Oxford Street Mall
Address: Oxford Street, Bondi Junction
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Think Mexican food is all about greasy, messy food guaranteed to add inches to your waistline? Think again. Australians have been misled about Mexican food, but Guzman Y Gomez looks to set to record straight. If you’re looking for sour cream and hard taco shells, you might want to try your local takeaway joint. But if you want to experience authentic Mexican food, this is the place to do it.
Guzman Y Gomez’s chefs take their job seriously. They create use genuine Mexican spices, rubs, and marinades to create burritos, tacos, and quesadillas. The meats and vegetables are chargrilled and slow …read more

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I love going out for dinner but I have to admit, my favourite meals are the ones I’ve cooked myself. There’s something about taking the time and effort to create your dish that always makes it taste that much better.
It seems plenty of Sydneysiders agree with me because Sydney’s Greek cooking school, Greekalicious, has just moved to larger premises to cope with the demand for their classes.
Founder Maria Bernadis is passionate about Greek food, and it shows. She only uses the very best ingredients to create a mix of traditional and modern Greek fare. She’ll give you the story and …read more

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