Shellharbour: Branches Seafood Restaurant

I was flipping through the Lake Times and saw that Branches Seafood Restaurant had a 3 course chef special for $36. Curious, I quickly went to their website for more information.  Chefs Selection Menu – 3 courses for $36 It’s my Mum’s birthday coming up and we were wondering where to take her for birthday…

Dining Out in Shellharbour: Relish on Addison

One of the many restaurants a stone’s throw from Shellharbour Beach to rave about is Relish on Addison.Recently I found out that they offer  Gluten-Free options with their meals. It may pay to make a booking and specify your dietary requirements. I’m really excited about their Chef Menu for June. Note: All ingredients may not…

My favourite dining experiences in the Illawarra

On signing up for myTaste.com.au (a food and restaurant review site) I was asked to list my top 5 dining experiences. I have decided to share them here with some illustration as to why I rate them so highly. Top 5 dining experiences in the Illawarra Ocean Beach Hotel, Shellharbour Village I love this restaurant…

Seafood Combination Chow Mein from Kings, Warilla Grove

One of the many budget meals available from Kings Chinese Food Takeaway at Warilla Grove Shopping Centre is Seafood Combination Chow Mein. Only $5 it includes prawns, seafood extender, fish balls, squid and fish as well as delicious vegetables sauted perfectly with delicate flavours of seseme oil. The noodles are cooked separately and have a…

Food Review: Long Island Cafe, Windang

I have been living back in Lake Illawarra, NSW for a few years after living in Northern Wollongong suburbs and Tasmania and one of the things I really enjoy is a visit to Windang, a tourist town for fishermen and people that want to just slow down and enjoy the wonderful Lake Illawarra and nearby…

Fish of the day ($21) at Ocean Beach Hotel, Shellharbour Village

Fish of the day ($21) at Ocean Beach Hotel, Shellharbour Village, originally uploaded by Vanessa Pike-Russell. It was such a lovely day it seemed a crime to spend it inside. We made our way down to Shellharbour village and enjoyed good food and a fantastic view at the Ocean Beach Hotel. With such a lovely…

Warilla Hotel – Chilli squid

Chilli squid @ Warilla Hotel, originally uploaded by Vanessa Pike-Russell. Warilla hotel’s bistro menu just keeps getting better and better! Located just next door to Warilla Grove shopping center. Why not enjoy a nice meal after shopping or while your other half is cruising the aisles looking for specials. I dare you to eat the…