Ms. G's - Potts Point, Sydney

This hip and funky new-age Asian restaurant has been a hit from day 1. It’s housed in a converted terrence with 5 split levels (the last time I counted). There is a distant view of the Harbour Bridge but who's looking out the window when all the focus is on the plates.

To Start

You haven’t been to Ms.G’s unless you’ve tried the Banh Mis. These miniature burgers come in a choice of pork or chicken. The pork is slightly heavier and favoured by the pork belly fans. I personally prefer the crispy fried chicken. If you haven’t had a Vietnamese pork roll for a while, this will bring back fond memories.

Mini bánh mì (crisp pork belly or chicken katsu)

Smaller Plates

Another standout is the Prawn Toast, which is a classic Chinese dish of deep fried minced prawns on bread. The prawn mince is juicy and springy while the fried bread adds a great crunch. I think these are  definitely better than the ones at Yum Cha.

Prawn toast & Grilled calamari

Larger 

The mains are relatively small so order plenty to share around the table.

Braised pork belly

Stir fried cultivated mushrooms

Egg noodles with XO sauce, braised duck, soft poached egg

Taiwanese Style Stir fried pipis 

Fried baby chicken, kimchi mayonnaise (half or whole) & Braised Wagyu beef shin

Dessert

Make sure you order a Stoner's Delight to share before you leave the door. Rice bubble chocolate crackles and toasted marshmallows...yummmm

 

Splice, Stoner’s Delight & Ice Cream Sandwich

The menu is constantly changing and there’s always something new to try. Just come early and there will be no problems getting a table.

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Bourke Street Bakery - Surry Hills, Sydney

There are queues everywhere in Sydney. The problem is, a queue attracts a queue and for some funny reason, people don't seem to mind. It's either get in the queue or miss out.

The Queue

The queue moved at a steady pace and it took the regulars no time at all to place their order and move on. I finally made it to the counter but I only just got through the doors and had no idea what to order. I scanned the display and settled for the safe options, chocolate and lemon curd tarts.

Tart Collection

Chocolate Tarts

Rhubarb & Almond Tarts

I eat pickled gherkins by the jar and even I felt the lemon curd tart was a little sour. But I loved it nonetheless, the lemon curd is smooth and biting into the tart crust was like eating a light buttery cookie.

Lemon Curd Tart

Remember to grab their famous Beef Brisket Pie if you have room, it is absolutely delicious. Large chunks of tender beef brisket and mushroom covered in generous gravy. There is no turning back to frozen pies after trying one of these.

Beef Brisket, Red Wine & Mushroom Pie

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