I like my cheese bitey, crumbly and made in Lancashire. Strange then that I should move to…read moreAustralia where the supermarkets claim that their cheese is 'Tasty'. Isn't that a given? Like 'Nice' biscuits? I disgress. The Cheese Shop in Mosman sells all the delicious English imports that you might hope for plus some of their snooty European counterparts - think Roquefort, Emmental, Gruyere, Blue - if you like mould then this is your place. Now, whilst it's possible that what they sell here you could buy in a decent Providore, there's something about this charming little shop with its cobbled together feel that is very appealing. You can walk out of here with your cheese, crackers, chutney and coffee and be a very happy customer. They do a Jamie Oliver sandwich for $5 which is cheese, pickled onions and crisps. So very wrong. So very right.

I saw the sign for this shop and thought - awesome, a cheese shop! I also thought of the image of…read morethe cheese shops you find in Europe - the Borough Market and Covent Garden ones in London come to mind first. They are filled to the brim with huge round lumps of fresh cheese of all kinds. Mmmm cheeeeeese. Unfortunately the Cheese and Coffee Bar in Mosman isn't quite the cheese delight I was hoping for. It has a pretty modest selection of cheeses but then it's not the sole focus of the shop is it? Being a coffee bar too takes some of the focus of the smelly yellow stuff... sort of. The café part is quite small. There's a wee library of books to choose from if you fancy a quiet read and a selection of sandwiches and cheese platters if you're a little rumbly in the tummy. Simple and sweet enough but don't expect a traditional cheese shop.

A Hidden gem in the depths of Martin place in the CBD of Sydney is the GPO cheese room. Enter via…read morethe old post office building, head down the stairs and you will find your cheese wonderland. Once inside the cheese room, to the left is a cheese counter and the rest of the room is filled with bottles of wine. This could be considered heaven for some and probably is. There is a nicely set dining room to the right, where you can enjoy your selections in sophisticated comfort. The staff are very attentive, filling your water glass and providing great service. The GPO cheese room has a large selection of wine from many regions around the world, much like their cheese offerings. We browsed the menu trying to decide what to order, a difficult task considering everything they have to offer. Do we pick a couple of different types of cheese, burgers, antipasto, a cheese and wine flight or a main? Nope, we spot that they have fondue on the menu, something you do not come across too often in Sydney. This is something that appeals to my Swiss roots. We select a nice glass of pinot and sip away, in anticipation for the brie coulommiers and truffle fondue to arrive. The fondue hits the table, the flame is lit and the cheese melts, turning into a bowl of liquid goodness. The fondue set was very impressive, consisting of a large platter containing a selection of cured meat, potatoes, bread, crackers, pickled figs and grilled garlic prawns. The fondue forks were kept busy as we were selecting items to pass through that decadent mix of cheese and truffle, transforming each item into a mass flavour infusion. At $56 between two, it is great value. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the GPO cheese room, set up in the historic post office building at the bottom of Martin Place. With a great selection of cheese and wine at a good price, this place is now on our radar and one we recomnend you add to your list.

Do you like cheese? Do you LOVE cheese? (are you the weird person who doesn't like cheese but likes…read moreyour friends who like cheese?) Then the GPO cheese and wine room is for YOU! There are a range of options to get your cheese fix including a cheese fondu for two ($49), Mac and cheese (16$) and cheese boards. The friendly and knowledgable staff will keenly pair a beautiful wine for you choice of cheese. The restaurant is intimate with low lighting and a sneaky corridor for a quiet date night or a lovely night with friends! I haven't needed a reservation here but if you are planning to come it wouldn't be worth missing out on. cheese cheese yes please!

Another great stop at the Growers Market in the Entertainment Quarter at the old Fox Studios…read more They have an impressive selection of cheeses, with a heavy focus on Italian cheeses. Some Australian and a few from elsewhere in Europe, but lots of Italians. Friendly and helpful service with pitiful small samples to taste, but what can you tell from an ice cold piece of Taleggio anyway? They also have sweets and other food items. Their cinnamon cookies are excellent. I bought some very creamy Brebirousse cheese from Lyon, a sheep's milk brie. It was outstanding - now I'll have to watch to see if I can ever find it again.

Ok, I'm going to be roughly the hundredth person to testify that this place is amazing--with a few…read morecaveats. The food here is stunning, but it's really the wine and cheese pairings that are the star attraction. Seriously, my first visit was six weeks ago, and I'm still gushing about it. My partner and I took every recommendation the staff offered and did not regret it. However, what you should keep in mind is that this place is tiny, and does not take reservations on Fridays or Saturdays, so you take pot luck on seating and volume. So, for instance, I probably couldn't take my parents here, but if I could convince my partner to spend his next Christmas bonus (oh yeah, this place ain't cheap) roughly 10 months in advance, well I would go back tomorrow. So when you want a really nice meal, but with a slightly inconvenient twist, march right on in and order everything.

As someone who doesn't know much about cheese the staff were very friendly and accommodating and…read morehelpful in recommending some based on my preferences and all were enjoyable. Very laid back atmosphere during the day great place for a coffee too. On the slightly more expensive end for a cheese board I thought but I guess they're specialised and selection is unmatched.

Hmmm, what is it? I would call it a... Café, with a bottle shop attached, with an choclateur…read moreattached, with some really good ice cream off to one side. It feels like a one stop shop fo r a really good night, doesn't it? Theres heap s of wines to choose from, and you can visit the discount bin if youre looking for a bargain, or grab a bite to eat at the café - there are some great healthy options, looking pretty kosher, I think there'll even be some vegan alternatives and such. It also feels like a supermarket of up market goods, they're heap to peruse in the aisles, a surprising amount considering how small the store is. Theres a kitchen too, that'll whip you up something, but if I were you, I wouldn't leave without one of the chocolates. Just a great mixture of stuff! Deinately worth a look!

My Friend Gonzie lives a few doors from Bottega Del Vino in Potts Point and at times he can be a…read morebit of a hermit with expensive taste, so Bottega Del Vino is perfect for him. Whenever I come over and say lets go out for dinner, he says lets go to the deli and get something and to be fair they have everything you could want. I often get a serve of their Lasagne and heat it up and a salad. These prepared meals are reasonably priced for what their quality. What really makes this shop worthwhile is the gourmet foods and wine. The selection is pricy but impressive. We had a $40 bottle of red wine from there one evening and it was one of the best I've ever had. Although their products are expensive, the quality is the highest and you know you will enjoy what you have. Bottega Del Vino is like something which has escaped from Europe and is a cut above the average deli.

- rap music! - its a little on the loud side…read more- staff didn't seem to know too much about the dishes - cool thing to do on weekends - on the expensive side - tasty pasta - I was in love with the bread - I was in love with the prawn sauce

This is the most 90's hip-hop music I've heard in a long time without it having to be my own…read moreplaylist. Enjoying the vibe. Go downstairs for some great framed quotes/lyrics on top of interesting artwork. Ordered the broccolini and a couple drinks. Will most likely be back during my short stay here. The bartenders are great as well. One was driving to the music. Love it! You don't see this too often anymore. Appreciate the atmosphere and the overall experience.

Be warned of the location listed on yelp! When going down Lang Rode, turn left on Errol Flynn Blvd…read moreand then turn right on Park Rd S and turn left, following the signs for the Showground. Lots of vendors selling flowers, fruit and lunch, a few selling meats and cheeses. There are also demos which looked educational (but I didn't stop because it was meat), which is better than some demos I have seen. Lots of seating for if you decide to eat there--why wouldn't you?

I was very surprised that the old Fox Studios, now Entertainment Quarter, holds Farmers Markets on…read morea Wednesday and Saturday. They have beautiful fresh produce and gorgeous other things to delight in like barrels of spices, straw baskets and cupcakes galore. Next time I have a dinner party I shall visit here to pick up some unusual items not found in your local super market. Fois Gras for example. There are quiches and bread and cakes for the indulgent. A beautiful selection of flowers greet you at the door and are a lovely final touch for that dinner party. Expect to spend though. I bought a bunch of broccoli, a mango, asparagus, and heirloom tomatoes for $20. Whoa. Its still great though as you can taste the difference and you are helping out the local farmers.... generously.

Pack your Sensodyne. We're off to Blighty for our next feast. The kids are cashed up and we've…read morebeen handed the keys to the Tuck Shop aka Treats from Home. Antacids at the ready. Here we go: Entrée: Monster Munch, Salt and Vinegar Discos, Squares Crisps, Spicy Nik-Naks, Wheat Crunchies. (NEXT!) Main Course: Paxo Stuffing, Colmans Mustard, Pot Noodle, Mushy Peas, Sandwich Spread washed down with Lilt and Vimto....(cor! ) Dessert: Blackcurrant and Liquorice, Polos, Fruit Salads, Black Jacks, Lemon Sherberts, Wispa, Double Decker, Lion Bar, Revels. (Belch!) Petit Fours: After Eight Mints (Groan...). If you were born in the Mother Land and have sugar issues, this is your place. Either show discipline and turn up with $10 in coins and pretend you're enjoying a slightly inflated re-inaction of your visit to the corner shop as a kid OR take the credit card and buy a three figured amount of calorific nostalgia and promise yourself you won't eat it all in a week. If you're a fish crisp connoisseur then this is the place for you: Walkers Prawn Cocktail, Skips or Scampi Fries (which actually smell like Gents toilets but taste great!). You can buy online too!

THIS PLACE HAS MOVED!!!! It is now located at Level 1, Piccadilly Arcade, 210 Pitt Street Sydney…read more Setting foot inside this place is like the fabric of space and time have folded and you have been transported home to any local shop in the UK or Ireland. Screw your markets and bazaars with their aromas of herbs and spices, nothing awakens the senses like the playful crinkle of a monster munch packet or the shine in your eye when the sun catches off the packaging of a Capri Sun (The only place I have found in Australia that stocks them FYI). Expect a friendly greeting from the Welsh lady who's on the counter and get lost in the selection of stuff you'd forgotten you'd missed. Apart from Taste Ireland, which I have also reviewed there is nowhere that I have come across that has as much selection as these guys. While it is mostly sweets and confectionery there is a huge selection of grocery items available too. You name it they pretty much have it. from washing up liquids, to powders, sauces, stuffing, cordials, soft drinks and football merchandise as well. The selection is absolutely massive. if you're missing home and some of your favorite grub pop in and see these guys. It'll be money and time well spent. If you can't make it into the city, they do online ordering too.