Longrain Sydney (85 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills) is a contemporary restaurant and bar uniquely located within an expansive, 110-year-old converted warehouse. A hip, yet welcoming atmosphere is combined with warm service, original cocktails, an inspired wine list and award-winning, modern Thai/Asian food, created by executive chef, Martin Boetz. There is also a fabulous Longrain in Melbourne. www.longrain.com  

Favourite Breakfast: Fratelli Paradiso in Potts Point (16 Challis Avenue, Potts Point www.fratelliparadiso.com)

Favourite Lunch: Malibu Sandwich Bar in Surry Hills for a great schnitzel and delicious salads made to order for a sneaky break (Giorgio, Shop 1, 62-64 Foster Street, Surry Hills). Fratelli Paradiso in Potts Point for a quick bite, cute waiters and good wine by the glass.

Favourite Dinner: Buzo Restaurant has a cosy atmosphere, great simple Italian food and hosts - Traci, Roddy and James, I love you (3 Jersey Road, Woollahra www.buzorestaurant.com.au). Rockpool Bar and Grill for an evening of glamour and a feeling of being in New York for a few hours (66 Hunter Street, Sydney www.rockpool.com).

Favourite Bar: Toko Bar in Surry Hills for a quiet drink and sushi to snack on (490 Crown Street, Surry Hills www.toko.com.au).