May 28, 2010

If you and your flatmates are looking for somewhere to eat in Sydney and want to do it on a small budget, then you’ve come to the right place! We’ll have a series of reviews of cheap and affordable cafes, restaurants, bars and clubs around Sydney coming up in the next few weeks.

So, let’s kick things off!

RESTAURANT REVIEW – The Italian Bowl

255 King St
Newtown

Prices: Great considering the large serving sizes. $10 for basic pastas, up to $15 for veal and chicken main dishes.

Food: Serving sizes are generous, and food is always fresh and delicious.

Service: Speedy and very friendly.

Atmosphere: Awesome. There are tables for groups, as well as a bench with stools if you come alone or with a friend. The bench looks into the kitchen which is completely exposed to the restaurant, and the chefs are always talkative, funny and very friendly. In addition, the walls are covered with the signatures of the celebrities that have eaten at the restaurant.

Take Away: Yes
EFTPOS: Yes
Close to: Bars, pubs, cafes – it’s right in the middle of Newtown’s lively King St.
Public transport: Bus stop just outside the restaurant, or Newtown train station 150m down the road

RATING: 9/10

May 28, 2010

Are you new to your Furnished Apartment in Sydney?

One thing you may not know yet is that Sydney has great music. Whether you and your flatmates like your music live and loud or soft and sultry, there’s a show out there for you. And usually it’s pretty cheap! Prices for quality live music shows and club nights in Sydney usually start as low as $10. So whip out your diaries – here are the details of some of the best musical nights out on offer in the coming months…

INDIE ROCK: Dappled Cities @ Manning Bar

THE BAND: Dappled Cities are one of Sydney’s best indie-rock exports. They’ve toured Australia, New Zealand, the UK and the US extensively, and they’ve helped to make the Sydney indie scene what it is today.

If you haven’t already heard these guys, check out the sound (and their awesome video clip!) here:

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July 23, 2009

photo credit: Lachlan Hardy

May 5, 2009

Comedy:

Sat May 2, 2009 – Sun May 17, 2009
Sydney Comedy Festival presents Jackie Loeb – Soapy Women

Sun May 10, 2009
Wayne Brady – Making S%!t Up at State Theatre

Sat May 16, 2009
Dylan Moran – What It Is at Civic Theatre in Newcastle

Music:

Wed May 6, 2009
Brooks & Dunn, Australian Tour at Acer Arena

Fri May 8, 2009
The Moon & Beyond Tour, The Ultimate Pink Floyd Experience at Sydney Opera House

Fri May 8, 2009
Joe Robinson, Smokin’ Joe Robinson ‘Time Jumpin’ Tour at Sandringham Hotel in Newtown

Wed May 13, 2009
Little Birdy ‘Confetti’ Tour at Metro Theatre

Fri May 22, 2009
Pussy Cat Dolls, Doll Domination at Acer Arena

Arts & Festivals:

Mon May 18, 2009 – Sun May 24
Sydney Writers’ Festival

Tue May 19, 2009 – Tue Jun 9, 2009
Sydney Italian Festival

Fri May 22, 2009 – Sun May 24, 2009
Newtown Flicks Short Film Festival at New Theatre

Sports:

Sat May 9, 2009 – Mon May 11, 2009
NRL Round 9, Roosters vs. Storm at Sydney Football Stadium

Fri May 15, 2009 – Mon May 18, 2009
NRL Round 10, Roosters vs. Knights at Sydney Football Stadium

Sat May 16, 2009
AFL Round 8, Sydney vs. West Coast at ANZ Stadium

Sun May 24, 2009
AFL Round 9, Sydney vs. Port Adelaide at Sydney Cricket Ground