IT SEEMS THE PAGE YOU'RE LOOKING FOR HAS GONE ASTRAY GO BACK TO THE HOME PAGE The latest wave to crash onto Sydney’s shores is Korean carbs “From the beginning we decided we’re not doing croissants we're not doing sourdough,” Anece So tells Broadsheet “Because everyone else is doing it already We want to do something different that stands up.” Enter salt bread and tissue bread travel spots and more – curated by those who know Salt bread was created in 2014, at Japan’s Pain Maison bakery in Ehime Prefecture But it’s taken on a life of its own in South Korea The Japanese original is denser in the middle while the Korean version comes in a wide assortment of styles It’s a hybrid of a croissant and a dinner roll “We found a way that keeps butter wet inside It has a nice buttery hole inside and a really crispy bottom,” says head pastry chef Phillip Choi the outer layer browns into a dark crust and the log of butter within melts soaking into the bread and crisping up the bottom featuring flavours like spring onion and bacon and garlic cream cheese – using all-Australian ingredients and in Asia it’s also known as thousand layer bread buttery croissant dough is jammed into a cube-shaped baking pan – the resulting shape is deeply satisfying and Buttered’s version comes out masterfully layered The size of the plain original serve makes it easily shareable as do the layers – tear the pastry off sheet by sheet to get to the fluffy centre You’ll also find smaller sweet varieties – like caramel pistachio and lemon meringue – with cream-stuffed insides and icing Ask for your bread to be reheated to max out the experience Choi spent five years working as a pizzaiolo but found he was spending most of his free time baking desserts The inventive line-up of airy sponge cakes layered with fresh fruit is the result of those early experiments where a whole filled sponge has a slice removed to make room for an overflowing stream of fresh berries on bread that’s cold-fermented for three days Coffee uses beans by Bondi-based roaster Will & Co and you’ll find a variety of Korean soft drinks featuring fruity house-made syrups topped with soda water A mix of funky milk-based drinks can be revved up with a coffee shot Buttered is in a cavernous warehouse space with a glowing display and big marble counter in the middle There’s plenty of seating – perhaps in anticipation of the Korean bread’s big Sydney moment “We've tasted and tried lots and lots of salt bread “I guarantee that you will have the best experience.” @buttered_sydney Charcoal Chicken and Rosewater Desserts: A Local’s Guide to Merrylands Where Chefs Eat: Peter Gilmore Really Knows Crows Nest Ex-Tradies Grill Hard-to-Find Mexican Street Snacks First Look: Berta’s Deli Knows “Everyone Loves a Sandwich” Remove items from your saved list to add more Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime Supplied3 / 7Korean bakery treats.Supplied4 / 7Sponge cakes Supplied7 / 7The bakery and cafe in Chippendale SuppliedPrevious SlideNext SlideKorean$$$$ Sourdough makes way for salty shio pan and soft pull-apart tissue bread at Korean bakery Buttered in Chippendale Owner Philip Choi trained at French cooking school Le Cordon Bleu in Paris before honing his pastry skills at some of Seoul’s top patisseries The top order here is the shio pan (or sogeum-ppang in Korean) a chewy moon-shaped roll that’s bathed in butter creating a crisp bottom and deeply tanned shell more like a dinner roll than your typical French croissant comes in seven flavours from plain to matcha The other signature item is the waterfall cake an Asian-style sponge cake with a slice removed and the space refilled with overflowing fruits and toppings It’s available as a whole gâteau or cupcake find Korean-style “ade” sodas made from sparkling water spritzed with house-made yuzu ShareLicense this articleMore: Joy Fried Chicken is a fried chicken eatery on Abercrombie Street in Chippendale It is known for one thing: fantastic Korean fried chicken whether it be boneless Come along and see what makes this modest eatery so special (hint: it's the fine dining chef at the helm!) Kay Hwang arrived in Sydney 21 years ago from South Korea "I was born in small village in Korea but moved to Seoul when I was kid and raised in Seoul There were so many small shops selling only one or two thing on the menu Food wasn’t just food when I was growing up My father has 4 brothers and sisters and my mom has 10 brothers and sisters It was massive feast when there was a gathering imagine 40 plus people sat down on massive table and have a lunch or dinner In 2003 Kay arrived in Australia and started to work as kitchen hand being a chef was very low class job in Korea but here it was so fancy and luxurious I did work for very short periods at 2 hatted and 3 hatted restaurants around 15 years ago," says Kay It wasn't until a year and a half ago that he decided to open up his very own Korean fried chicken restaurant in Sydney's Chippendale area or perhaps opened my eyes a bit and decided to do something Korean I found a little shop in Chippendale that was on lease then I decided to cook fried chicken," says Kay I actually don’t believe in “healthy food” and “bad food” I think most important is you must balance what you are eating I actually lost 15kg/2.3stone since I open KFC shop and I eat 5 or 6 pieces of fried chicken every day," says Kay He made the logo himself of a girl in a chicken hat It starts with bone in pieces (or boneless if that's what you prefer) The chicken is sold per piece for $5.90 (minimum of 2 pieces) " It took a while to create all the recipes I am using right now Korean fried chicken is double fried chicken There was a lot of experiments," explains Kay The hardest to perfect were the batter and marinade spice mix Tonight I've brought along my fellow fried chicken fan Laura who loves fried chicken as much as I do Kay lets us order 1 piece of each just because we want to try one of everything He's out of lemon and parsley today but we try all other 5 flavours They call my name and I get up to grab the trays from the counter The restaurant is small and cozy with an open kitchen and it's Kay cooking and two people serving We start on the least spicy to the most spicy The original crispy is a bone-in thigh piece with a thin carapace of super crispy skin and breading unadorned of sauce shows the chicken in all of its glory This is for people who like the flavour of chicken It's a bone-in breast piece and the sauce is made of honey and soy sauce I know that people prize the breast but for me it's got a great flavour to it and a glossy honey soy glaze and is moist Kay tells me that he uses halal certified chicken that are size 13 or 14 which is nearly double the size compared to others He buys whole chicken and cuts them in-house "Most Korean shops are buying in already processed There are only handful of shops are cutting their own chicken I waver from saucy to unsaucy in my commitment to Korean Fried Chicken but here at Joy The saucy bulgogi is another favourite made with soy sauce Bulgogi is traditionally beef dish made with a soy sauce base with ginger I bite gleefully into each piece savouring the crunch and the drips of sweet and salty glaze their most popular chicken and we are trying a boneless sweet and spicy with tteokbokki chewy rice cakes that have a wonderful moreishness to them The sweet and spicy is made with a Korean chilli paste base with spices ketchup and spicy chilli powder and corn syrup The spicy in the spicy is mild but present and the lacquered quality of the coating is impressive Then we come to the last fried chicken flavour and it's my favourite I haven't seen this flavour much at Korean fried chciken restaurants and Kay's version is spectacular If you love chicken and waffles then this is for you It's sweet from the real Canadian maple syrup used and the house-made chilli oil with two different chilli flakes You can see the Szechuan peppercorns hiding in little crevices of the jagged fried chicken The bone-in thigh chicken meat underneath the coating is so juicy and perfectly cooked For a bit of freshness each serve of Joy fried chicken comes with pickled daikon and coleslaw just to cleanse the palate between bites (or between sampling each type of chicken haha) And there's also the option for two sauces: a fire sauce made with gochujang and a spicy mayonnaise Also for these financially challenging times Kay also has a bonus for you: if you pay with cash then you can get 6% discount do you like saucy or un-saucy Korean Fried Chicken https://www.instagram.com/joy.koreanfriedchicken/?hl=en Chippendale has a lot going for it right now but not so far that you feel you’re taking a trek you’ll find one of our favourite areas to meander on a weekend: Chippendale Whether you’re sauntering down Kensington Street in search of feeding or perusing the latest exhibitions at the area’s galleries there’s plenty of intrigue around the corner Check out our video guide to the perfect Chippendale day out and then read on for even more spots we love around the neighbourhood ⏰ Open 7:30am-3pm weekdays, 8am-3pm on weekends 📍 Central Park Mall, Level 2/28 Broadway, Chippendale NSW 2008 ⏰ Open 12-11pm (Mon to Thu), 12pm-12am (Fri, Sat), and 12-10pm (Sun) View this post on Instagram A post shared by KOI Dessert Bar (@koidb) Masterchef fave Reynold Poernomo has raked in the plaudits for his & his brother’s brilliant, inventive desserts for years, and Chippendale is the place to go if you want to try them. KOI Dessert Bar is open for walk-ins only, so you’ll need to chance your arm, but the reward is a glass display counter full of mouthwatering delicacies, drinks to pair with them, and a trip to dessert heaven. 📍 6 Central Park Ave, Chippendale NSW 2008 ⏰ Open 12-9pm (Tues to Sun). Closed Mondays. Magnificent matcha awaits you at Khanom House, which you’ll recognise from a distance thanks to the teal-hued paint job on the outside. Grab a matcha, for sure, but if you can resist the temptations of their much-lauded honey cake or the Basque cheesecake, you’re a stronger person than I’ll ever be. ⏰ Open 7:30am-3pm (Wed-Fri), 8:30am-3pm (Sat, Sun). Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. 📍 30 Balfour St, Chippendale NSW 2008, Australia ⏰ Open 10am-5pm (Wed-Sun). Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gin Lane Sydney (@ginlanesydney) Sometimes the smallest things astound out of all proportion, and Gin Lane, as one of Sydney’s most interesting bars, certainly delivers on that promise. The inspiration is Victorian England, hence the décor and the love affair with gin; the cocktails, however, have taken quite the detour from there, with flames, sparkles, smoke, and all manner of drinking vessels pressed into action for their unforgettable drinks. Bring your camera, you’re going to need it. 📍 16A Kensington St, Chippendale NSW 2008 ⏰ Open 5-11pm (Mon), 4:30-11pm (Tues, Wed), 4-11:30pm (Thu), 2pm-late (Fri), 1pm-late (Sat), 1-11pm (Sun) View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Abercrombie (@abercrombie.sydney) The city went eight years without a boogie at The Abercrombie before the reopening in late 2022, so if an evening in Chippendale ends with a pilgrimage to that hallowed ground floor club, be thankful that you live in an era where you can. In more recent developments, the team behind former Chippendale institution Freda’s are opening Bar Freda inside the venue, and taking over the programming for the club nights to create Club Freda’s. That’s a collab we can get on board with! ⏰ Open 12pm-12am (Mon-Wed), 12pm-2am (Thu), 12pm-5am (Fri, Sat). Closed Sundays. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Concrete Jungle (@concretejunglecafe) ⏰ Open 8am-3pm (Mon-Fri), 8am-3:30pm (Sat, Sun) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dustin Dollin (@therealdustindollin) 📍 115-119 Regent St, Chippendale NSW 2008 Indecisive eaters will love Spice Alley‘s array of dining options, but perhaps hate the difficulty in choosing between them. From Singaporean to Cantonese to Japanese to Malaysian, there’s an embarrassment of riches when it comes to Asian cooking here. Finish your visit with Japanese-inspired cocktails at Nomu Bar, instantly identifiable from the wall of Weekly Shōnen Jump covers. ⏰ 11am-9:30pm (Sun-Wed), 11am-10pm (Thu-Sat) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ester Restaurant & Bar (@ester_au) Ester‘s renowned wood-fired oven does a lot of heavy lifting at this local favourite fine dining spot so ordering something with a deliciously smoky charred finish should be your first order of business The fermented potato bread with dashi and salmon roe is an audience favourite too; splurge on the $145 set menu and you can enjoy a taste of all the good stuff Transport for NSW are working towards zero road fatalities by 2050 New connected and automated vehicle technologies along with Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) are being trialled to support safer vehicles These innovations aim to contribute to a safer road network by helping vehicles see around corners and reduce the likelihood of crashes with vehicles Each year around 93 pedestrians are killed on roads in Greater Sydney and another 2,255 pedestrians are seriously injured Connected and automated vehicle technologies with advanced detection systems are being trialled seeking to reduce the likelihood and consequence of vehicle to pedestrian collisions Since 2019 Transport for NSW have partnered with iMOVE CRC and the University of Sydney Australian Centre for Robotics (ACFR) to deliver the Chippendale Connected and Automated Vehicle Trial.  The Chippendale Connected and Automated Vehicle Trial is designed to explore how connected and automated vehicles can improve pedestrian and road user safety the trial supports government and industry planning for CAV readiness and integration.  the level 3 connected and automated vehicle named “Chip” has been driving through real-world testbeds and operating environments in Camperdown and Chippendale the connected and automated vehicle taking passengers through the University of Sydney Australian Centre for Field Robotics (ACFR)Image controls: the connected and automated vehicle at the Future Mobility Testing and Research Centre (FMTRC)Image controls: Phase 1 of the trial was hosted at the University of Sydney campus The project team tested the CAV in a low-density urban environment and in both open and closed roads.  During this period the team sought to identify how the CAV would interact with pedestrians and other vehicles in a controlled manner The vehicle route was simple and covered 250m of road within the University of Sydney campus.  Phase 1: CAV route at the University of Sydney Phase 2 occurred for an additional 12 months at the University of Sydney Campus During this phase the project team wanted to understand how the CAV would operate and adjust in more complex urban and pedestrian environments New testing complexities were incorporated including:  Phase 2: CAV route at the University of Sydney The final phase of the trial was held across two locations. The CAV went through testing at the Future Mobility Testing and Research Centre (FMTRC) and then travelled through the streets of Chippendale The aim of this phase was to demonstrate safe operating principles or interaction rules with other vehicles such as bollards for redirecting traffic or parked cars New trial tests and features were added in this phase to understand connected and automated vehicle urban capabilities including: Phase 3: CAV route at the Transport for NSW Future Mobility Testing and Research Centre (FMTRC) the Transport for NSW Sydney Coordinated Adaptive Traffic Systems (SCATS) and Future Mobility teams upgraded infrastructure by retrofitting existing traffic lights with a Roadside Unit (RSU) This RSU enables effective communication between automated vehicles and traffic lights in real The RSU uses dedicated short-range communication (DSRC) to send Signal Phase and Timing (SPaT) and MAP messages to the vehicle’s on-board unit (OBU) The SPaT message provides essential information on traffic signal status and timing helping the vehicle decide whether to stop or proceed through an intersection testing vehicle to traffic light communications The Chippendale Connected and Automated Vehicle Trial has already provided many learnings to inform the State Government and industry on how to adapt new road safety technology into future CAVs tested and delivered in NSW To learn more you can get in touch with the project team by emailing: future.mobility@transport.nsw.gov.au  Transport for NSW recognise and celebrate the diversity of Aboriginal peoples and their ongoing cultures and care of Country We pay respect to traditional custodians and Elders past and present Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news Sign up for our email to enjoy Sydney without spending a thing (as well as some options when you’re feeling flush) By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Sydney Inner Sydney neighbourhood Chippendale has ranked in the top 10 of Time Out’s Coolest Neighbourhoods in the World list for 2024 It’s been named 7th coolest neighbourhood in the world a gamers’ paradise and all-night pubs This news is even cooler when you consider that “Chippo” beat out neighbourhoods in big whose cool ’hood Windsor made it to spot #10.) Chippendale – sandwiched between two of Sydney’s biggest unis (Sydney Uni and UTS) – is so cool because it's evolved into a buzzing, community-rich neighbourhood where people love to live and play. It not only serves up great restaurants like Ester and Longshore Last year, Sydney suburb Enmore, in the Inner West, came in at a cool #17 in the annual rankings but Chippendale is a whole ten spots up from there There were a total of four Aussie cities on Time Out's list of 38 coolest neighbourhoods – as well as Chippendale and Melbourne's Windsor Perth's vibrant cultural and nightlife hub of Northbridge ranked 21st while Adelaide's hip-meets-heritage suburb Norwood came in at number 35 Time Out surveyed its our global team of on-the-ground writers and editors to determine the coolest neighbourhood in their city is right now and why. Time Out’s global editors then narrowed down the selection and ranked the list vetting each neighbourhood against criteria including food The result is a list that celebrates the most unique and exciting pockets cities around the world – especially their quirks Here’s the full list of 38 Time Out Coolest Neighbourhoods from around the globe: Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Sydney newsletter for more news Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! twitterinstagrampinterestAbout us Contact us Sign up to receive the New Idea newsletter and offers we choose to share with you straight to your inbox  Disclaimer: By joining, you agree to our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use There are a few things we can count on when it comes to Martine Chippendale on The Real Housewives of Sydney – she speaks her mind The dedicated housewife is passionate about skincare and beauty and is rarely found outside without her parasol to protect her New Idea spoke exclusively with Martine about her go-to beauty buys While she was filming the beloved franchise in Sydney her look usually takes about 15 minutes to whip together “There are so many beautiful brands available now and I would say that my style is probably a little bit more focused on blending less heavy foundation,” she said about her current look When it comes to brows, Amy Jean Brows’ Lamination Brow Gel and the Brow Velvet Duo are cult products she goes back to again and again For her face, Martine loves Charlotte Tilbury’s lip liners “I love the way that a beauty routine is tied to relaxation and indulgence and I love when it comes to make-up,” Martine says I love the way that you can create different looks according to your mood and outfit and that just really appeals to my creative side.” While Martine is now religious about sun protection I went to solariums as a teenager,” she said her earliest exposure to skincare was in Dolly Magazine when she was 12 it was Cosmopolitan that caught her attention and made her think more about her skin Although it took her a while to find a sunscreen that didn’t make her break out the Housewives star said it was easier now because there were more products on the market Martine does opt for a tan doesn’t come in a bottle or tube Whenever she wants to give her skin a tanned glow, she grabs Bondi Sands’ Ultra Dark “It just gives the skin a beautiful glow I love that tanning mousse… I do love a spray tan for an event,” she said As for her fashionable parasols? They hail from the Western Australian brand Sun Bella. Along with all of this, Martine admits to regularly getting IPL treatment, Fraxel Laser, extraction facials, as well as red light therapy and injectables Before she joined the Sydney cast, Martine was a keen viewer, particularly when it came to the Beverly Hills franchise It’s actually not easy,” she said and it can be very stressful when it’s completed and you get to view the product that you’ve created and you’re part of this group that really will put ourselves out there and we do it to help create this show that’s about women and friendships and our lives “And I think that it’s actually quite rewarding to see what we’ve created.” Stream The Real Housewives of Sydney on Foxtel from $35/mth While what makes a D-floor hot is subjective the search comes up often enough that we know we’re not the only ones having trouble sniffing one out Freda’s 3.0 solves the problem – and it opens in the old Lil Sis space in Chippendale tonight “Nobody likes to party more than us,” Carla Uriarte tells Broadsheet She and her husband Dave Abram have just opened Bar Freda’s together with hospo group Solotel “It feels like there is an energy in Sydney for late-night “The last time I felt like it was like this was pre-lockout laws It felt like there was a bit of a bubbling happening: people moving back the 24-hour-licensed club where Uriarte and Abram are taking the lead on the music programming even though you have key staff helping you every decision still falls back on you,” Abram says “[Solotel’s] level of professionalism is a huge benefit to us being able to focus on what we’re good at – which is creating a space and ambience and community It’s been a big shift and a big weight off the shoulders I’m happy to let the bigger team deal with that stuff and really get our energy stuck into making a fun space for people.” Back to their bar: the two-storey space is a charming trio of conjoined terraces The Freda’s disco ball now spins in the stairwell the neon red bar lighting now glows in the bay windows downstairs “Just some things so it feels like Freda’s when you walk in.” where easy-drinking wines and Grifter beers join classic cocktails and a bunch of creative plays (think matcha-laced Pina Colada slushies) On one side is a dining room with funky banquettes and a small kitchen pumping out Euro snacks The third space is where the dancing happens “We’ve totally transformed the other room into more open standing and stool-height space,” Abram says “We’ve brought in our Danley sound system that we had made for the original Freda’s so even at high volumes you can still talk to people That gives us the opportunity to feel more like a house party late at night.” Groove here or scoot next door to The Abercrombie “We’re just trying to have something for everyone The idea that you can turn up to a venue and you’re not being prescribed a sound the DJs being booked can go in different directions – but they’re all going to bring good taste to what they play.” Local DJs that the Freda’s team has supported for years will be on high rotation along with a bunch of young guns new to the scene with the larger venue and Solotel’s backing the team now has the budget to book interstate and international artists “We’ve dedicated our professional lives to the nightlife industry We’ve grown up a lot – how we engage is a bit more mature than maybe we used to so late nights are juggled with early mornings But we are just as passionate now as we [always have been] We’re in an environment where we have a much better support structure around us booking late-night and getting people off their butts and off their phones It’s trying to bring people together and create connectivity for like-minded people We’re excited about getting back into it.” killer music and yum eats and drinks to ChippendaleTo celebrate Bar Freda’s is hosting a three-day festival kicking off tonight and running until Saturday backed up by groovy interiors and excellent eats and drinks Bar Freda’s has taken over a two-level heritage terrace connected to The Abercrombie, in the former home of Lil Sis with co-founders David Abram and Carla Uriarte aiming to create a cool space that brings people together over a shared love of good times DJs will be playing every Friday and Saturday night To celebrate the launch, the team is throwing a 'Festival of Freda’s', kicking off tonight, and running until Saturday, April 26, featuring a line-up of non-stop bangers and disco vibes. Tickets cost $20 – you can snap up the remaining ones and check out who’s playing here Plus, there’s a fun happy hour on offer that we reckon you should get around: $7 schooners $12 frozen cocktails and $15 Tommy’s Margs “It’s remarkable that we’re coming back just a few hundred metres from where the original Freda’s was That venue had a big impact on the nightlife scene at the time and with Club Freda’s nights in the works I’m beyond excited to be back in a position to provide opportunities for young DJs promoters and creatives in Sydney and help give them a platform to perform and express themselves that's what Freda’s has always been about,” Abram said If you’ve ever spent an arvo or night at Freda’s or Cafe Freda’s (hello there’ll be bar snacks like fresh oysters as well as luscious pastas such as rigatoni with eggplant ragu and stracciatella The menu is backed up by a fun cocktail list including a frozen Espresso Martini with a dairy-free whip The team will be showcasing drops from small-scale producers in Australia and Europe the interiors at Bar Freda’s are warm with a massive glittering disco ball and bar stools reupholstered from the original Freda’s Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Sydney newsletter for more news, food & drink inspo and activity ideas Yeen Verasenee was content selling his light-as-air black sesame chiffon cakes yuzu-glazed doughnuts and guaranteed-sell-out seven-layer honey cakes at markets across Sydney But when friends told him a shopfront in Chippendale was up for rent he decided the universe was telling him something “I’ve been doing the markets for two years I’ve always loved the way baking connects me with the community and I never planned to find a permanent location,” Verasenee tells Broadsheet I just took it – it’s unreal that I have a shop.” So The Baking Lists market stall reemerges as Khanom House in the corner joint that used to house Ricos Tacos with doughnuts filled with pandan custard or crème brûlée Basque cheesecakes spiked with matcha or Thai milk tea The exquisite cakes belie the fact Verasenee is self-taught with an offering he’s developed via hundreds of test bakes based on recipes adapted from websites and cookbooks “Not too sweet” is a key characteristic of the range and the first thing he does when working with a recipe is cut the sugar percentage The results are cakes and sweets with gentle flavours – like pandan black sesame or young coconut – that are delicate and well-balanced The most involved item is the honey layer cake interspersed with honey-laced sour cream icing It takes me half a day to finish 10 cakes for the markets.” The striking turquoise corner shop is cosy and compact with 15 seats inside and another 16 on the footpath outside Accompanying the pretty sweets on display is Marrickville’s Double Tap Coffee Although Verasenee is focusing his time on the shop his baked goods will still be on offer at markets Opening a permanent bakery has taken a lot of grit Verasenee gets up at 2am and singlehandedly bakes around 20 cakes and 100 doughnuts “I’ve always reflected my Thai heritage in terms of the flavours and ingredients – the menu is all the things I love to eat and share with people and now I have a name that represents me too.” @khanomhouse.syd So why is it closing?When this fine-dining chef turned to fried chicken the results were so good customers were “grabbing at each other and yelling” for a table I couldn’t see the end of the line,” says chef-owner Kay Hwang ran out of chicken and couldn’t open for dinner Kay Hwang and Nagi Maehashi at Joy Korean Fried Chicken.Nagi MaehashiBut on Tuesday the chicken shop announced it will close when its lease ends in mid-May which continued to grow over the past 11 months until Hwang had to start working up to 16 hours a day and turning customers away “It’s just greedy to let people wait longer than 40 minutes,” he says adding that people even started fighting over tables “They were grabbing each other and yelling at each other until someone else stood up and said Maehashi and Chef Kay at the one-man corner shop.Nagi Maehashi“The crunchy, craggy crust puts it in a field of its own,” Maehashi wrote in May. “It’s the perfect texture and thickness and has enough staying power to remain crunchy the next day. The flesh is ridiculously juicy, and the signature sweet-and-spicy sauce has the ideal level of spice tingle.” “I feel a lot of pressure on a Friday night when there are 30 or 40 people waiting, and I have to work fast but, at the same time, give my customers the best,” Hwang says. “If I make something that isn’t good enough, I will do it again.” Bulgogi chicken, turmeric coconut chicken, and lemon parsley chicken.Brook MitchellIt was time to expand. Though Joy Korean Fried Chicken will close its Chippendale store within the next seven weeks (the exact date of closure is yet to be determined), Kwang hopes to find investors and raise enough capital to reopen in a new location before Christmas. “I don’t want to open anything fancy; I want people to be able to come in with shorts and things on,” he says. “I still just want to be known as a chicken shop.” RecipeTin Eats cracks the secret to making the greatest Korean fried chicken she has ever triedRestaurant reviews news and the hottest openings served to your inbox its OG homeHell yeah: Darlinghurst’s banging bar and eatery is heading back to its roots in Chippendale and is set to throw weekly dance parties at The Abercrombie Bar Freda’s will bring electric energy banging DJs and fun times to the 2008 ’hood Abram says: “The drinks at Bar Freda’s will continue our tradition of offering fantastic wines from small producers but we’ll also put a greater focus on cocktails using quality ingredients but keeping things fun and approachable We want it to be a space that’s accessible Keen to dance? Good news – the duo will also be taking over the programming of The Abercrombie’s nightclub with regular Club Freda’s nights in the pipeline.  “It’s remarkable that we’re coming back just a few hundred meters from where the original Freda’s was that's what Freda’s has always been about,”  Abram added Bar and Club Freda’s are set to launch in April In December, our hearts broke when we found out Cafe Freda’s was closing. In January, they were mended when we heard the team would be reemerging with Bar Freda’s in a Chippendale space just 600 metres from their OG warehouse dance bar as couple Dave Abram and Carla Uriarte have announced the opening date for the latest era of Freda’s: Thursday April 24 that means parties held by the party perfectionists are just weeks away The latest venue from the team brings together two prior concepts: the sunny Oxford Street corner bar known for excellent drinks and Sunday kitchen takeovers happy late-night dance floor in a Chippendale warehouse New HQ The Abercrombie – owned by hospitality group Solotel – has a 24-hour licence and multiple club spaces and Abram and Uriarte will take the creative lead on programming which will include a regular Club Freda’s night Last month, the pair posted a call out on Instagram searching for “disc jockeys that are familiar with all things Freda’s They’ve found the people that know – or are – the vibe @bar_fredas In April, Bar Freda’s will open in the former Lil Sis space, the slim wine bar on one side of Solotel club The Abercrombie we’re expecting it to ring true to what we currently enjoy at Cafe Freda’s But before that there was nearly a decade of late-night dancing at warehouse bar Freda’s The Abercrombie has a 24-hour licence and multiple club spaces Bar Freda’s is expected to open in The Abercrombie in April 2025 This place opened recently and has the whole city talking Where to Find Australia’s Best Inner-City Bakeries By Katya Wachtel By Katya Wachtel By Matheus The definitive guide to Sydney’s most essential food and drink experiences – updated every week “Not too sweet” is a key characteristic at this striking turquoise corner shop a destination for Asian-influenced baked goods such seven-layer honey cake; doughnuts filled with pandan custard or crème brûlée; chiffons; Basque cheesecakes spiked with matcha or Thai milk tea; strawberry shortcakes; and coconut mango Swiss rolls The exquisite cakes belie the fact baker Yeen Verasenee is self-taught via hundreds of test bakes based on recipes adapted from websites and cookbooks The first thing he does when working on a new creation is cut the sugar percentage The business started life at Sydney’s various markets under the name The Baking Lists means “dessert house” in Thai and honours Verasenee’s heritage 16 on the footpath and coffee from Marrickville’s Double Tap This place was added to the Hot List recently and has the whole city talking Phone: 0434 610 917 Website: instagram.com We do not seek or accept payment from the cafes bars and shops listed in the Directory – inclusion is at our discretion Venue profiles are written by independent freelancers paid by Broadsheet Here’s what it costsChippendale is cosmopolitan constantly evolving – and cheaper than Surry Hills more and more people want to call this suburb home what sets this inner Sydney locale apart – and what will it cost you to live there it's evolved into a hip enclave filled with creative spaces it's a mix of university students (due to its proximity to UTS and Sydney Uni) and young professionals looking to live close to the Sydney CBD You'd want to get in fast before everyone else If you’re a culture vulture, have a browse at the quirky White Rabbit Gallery that houses contemporary Chinese art, or enter the ballot to watch any of the eclectic performance offerings at Phoenix (for free) Or just sit in or wander through one of Chippendale's green areas which is always full of dog-walkers and has a nice community buzz Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Sydney newsletter for more news Our newsletter hand-delivers the best bits to your inbox Sign up to unlock our digital magazines and also receive the latest news Update: Award-winning coastal diner Longshore in Chippendale has unveiled a new menu that encapsulates summer. Executive chef Jarrod Walsh shines the spotlight on fresh seafood and sustainable Aussie ingredients Highlights include the Abrolhos Island scallops in a zesty bergamot vinaigrette; Goolwa pipi frites with a sauce so yum you'll want to soak it up with their house-made beer bread; and Westholme Wagyu beef tartare with Marmande tomato that looks as pretty as a picture Read on for our review of Longshore from September 2023 by Carly Sophia A post shared by The Old Clare Hotel (@theoldclare) If you thought it’s impossible for ‘coastal’ design to not look naff, you certainly aren’t alone. But the old warehouse space previously home to Automata has been given a luxe marine makeover in honour of its recent inception – sustainable seafood restaurant and wine bar And Sydney-based interior design firm Guru Projects have absolutely killed it – the building's stark industrial bones now exude grace and warmth sandy terrazzo tiles and textural features are evocative of Australia’s shores pelagic colour palette really take the brutalist edge off Ex-Hartsyarders Dot Lee and Jarrod Walsh have curated three ocean-inspired dining experiences spiked with Asian flavour and executed with skillful and the $80 a head ‘snack flight’ – ten courses Should you attempt to make a reservation online (recommended getting a seat close to 7pm proved tricky) you will need to commit to one of the three menus at the time of booking equipping yourself with a cocktail and perusing the menu at leisure is as much your jam as it is ours maybe opt for a more relaxed long lunch session the brininess of a Dirty Gin Martini is just the ticket to prelude a succession of seafaring snacks Ice cold Poor Tom’s ‘first pour’ gin a single beast of an olive and flawless marriage of flavour all presented in an etched Nick and Nora glass The first half of the snack flight arrives artisan platter reminiscent of swirling sea froth a petite earthenware dish offers up olives filled with a strawberry puree A petite pastry shell cups delicate pieces of spiced There’s a real satisfying kick of heat here and it's offset to perfection with the tang of lime caviar adorned with delicate wires of makrut lime and mussels are pickled in a vibrant escabeche All in all it is nothing short of a pleasure the chunk of raw daikon dipped in vegan ‘taramasalata’ leans a little too close to low effort Crudites with tahini and sesame seeds could quite easily be assembled at home The second half commences to great acclaim with grilled Clarence River octopus skewers that are tender and drooled in a delicate The ‘rusty wire’ oyster is a masterpiece The mollusc is shown a quick flash of steam before returning to its shell where it swims in a pool of warm It’s impressive enough to unequivocally convert this former ‘oyster purist’ of a writer The land meets the sea with a slightly sticky encrusted with native tamarind and pepperberry escorted to the table by head chef Ryan Perry He also comes bearing the veritable gift of housemade rye – warm fragrant with caraway and served with what is quite likely the best butter on Earth The whipped cultured butter is marbled with soy If you're going to make something this delicious We swiped our bread desperately through the last skerricks wantonly – and not in the least bit ashamedly for want of a better word – smashable and teamed with a tangy mushroom ketchup that packs all the punch you’d expect from it’s traditional tomato counterpart but with a tonne more umami and a complex depth of flavour The snack flight menu is just enough to feel satisfied you found the option to add extras impossible to refuse you’re in for an absolute treat with the grilled mb6 Westholme flank steak spooned liberally with butter and generously crowned with globs of unctuous bone marrow Chippendale’s restaurant-rich enclave has scored a real winner with this hot new restaurant that’s definitely making waves we’ve just received further confirmation – with a brand-new award ceremony crowning a Sydney coffee shop the best in the world.  The rankings were determined by a combination of public votes and ratings by an expert panel who judged each café based on factors Claiming the top honour in 2025, Toby Estate's massive flagship café warehouse in Chippendale (that's Sydney's 'Coolest Suburb') is the perfect place to immerse yourself in the world of specialty brews Unlike other cafés where there's normally some form of physical barrier between you and the baristas this place invites you to watch the coffee mastery at work learn from the passionate baristas and even watch the magic unfold through overhead mirrors you can wander to the back of the café where glass doors offer a behind-the-scenes look into the roastery This is where all Toby’s flagship espresso blends single origin beans and limited-edition Flavour Savours are roasted Toby’s Estate also has flagship cafés in Brisbane the Middle East and the Philippines – plus its newest coffee shop in Fitzroy Melbourne (that one only opened this year) with its multi-roaster approach meaning coffee aficionados will find new and exciting drops each time they visit Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Sydney newsletter for more news After calling last drinks on the beloved Cafe Freda’s in December Dave Abram and Carla Uriarte are returning to their old neck of the woods in autumn Freda’s fans: there’s a dance floor warming up in Chippendale Bar Freda’s will open in the former Lil Sis space the slim wine bar on one side of Solotel club The Abercrombie Over the last four years on its sunny Oxford Street corner a string of talented chefs captained the kitchen markets and kitchen takeovers with like-minded venues were regular The Real Housewives of Sydney is returning to Binge in 2025 for the third season of the controversial reality show where the women’s lavish homes are showcased in Australia’s most glitziest city glamour and arguments about fur coats The Real Housewives of Sydney serves up all the gripping reality television and eye-popping luxury homes viewers could ask for From historic mansions in Double Bay to sleek modern homes boasting breathtaking views over Bondi Beach the properties are more than just the backdrop — they’re status symbols Returning for a third season in 2025 after a successful reboot last year Victoria Montano and Sally Obermeder are all back – but there’s a new face in town RELATED: Block bidder slams ‘bizarre’ Portelli antics Snezana, Sam Wood set to sell lavish Melb love nest Renovate or detonate: Retro Melb mid-century house for sale Set to join the Real Housewives of Sydney line-up in 2025 is Known for her keen eye for design and an appreciation for the finer things in life Chippendale is poised to make her mark early Martine Chippendale is the eighth Real Housewife of Sydney for 2025 she resides in an elegantly reimagined 1920s home the Sydney-based adaptation of the Real Housewives franchise has not been without controversy The Real Housewives of Sydney cast members from left Nicole O’Neil the Sunday Telegraph broke the news of an intense spat that erupted among the cast causing filming of the show’s highly anticipated third season to come to a standstill The rift so severe that producers have been working overtime to creatively edit around the chaos ensuring the season still hits screens with a cohesive storyline Here is how Sydney’s eight Real Housewives for season three shape up in the real estate market: Real Housewives of Sydney star Krissy Marsh attending the Australian premiere of “Gladiator II” at ICC Sydney (Photo by Hanna Lassen/Getty Images) If you’re looking for the glamour and glitz of Sydney’s elite Starring in Real Housewives of Sydney for all seasons including the upcoming third season in 2025 scored a posh Double Bay mansion for a staggering $30m in 2022 The exterior of Krissy Marsh’s gorgeous home four-bathroom estate in Double Bay was previously owned by ex-Magellan executive chairman Hamish Douglass and jewellery designer Sybella Morris when arts patron and racehorse owner Gordon Douglass and his wife Jane the home is complete with a pool and sprawling over 2300sq m of prestige Sydney real estate Real Housewives of Sydney star Nicole O’Neil One of Real Housewives of Sydney’s original stars Nicole O’Neil’s grand home in Vaucluse is her “pride and joy” Bumping shoulders with neighbours like James Packer and Michael Clarke the opulent mansion owned by the former Miss Australia and her hedge fund manager husband Adam boasts five-bedrooms and six-bathrooms Real Housewives of Sydney cast member and former Miss Australia Nicole O’Neil’s home The home is adorned with state-of-the-art finishes and features a marble kitchen equipped with high-end Wolf appliances The O’Neil’s originally acquired the 936sq m block for $7m in 2017 coinciding with the first season of Real Housewives of Sydney The couple has invested heavily on renovating and have attempted to list the property on the market but have been unable to sell it the O’Neil’s put the house on the market with $16m price hopes but then withdrew it from the market Shoe designer Terry Biviano joined the show in 2023 Shoe designer and socialite Terry Biviano joined the Real Housewives of Sydney cast for its 2023 reboot She’s best known for being the wife of former professional rugby league player Anthony Minichiello As far as her real estate empire goes Biviano and her husband have suffered extensive renovation woes than span over a decade Terry Biviano and Anthony Minichiello’s Vaucluse abode The pair purchased their home in 2014 in Vaucluse neighbouring original housewife Nicole O’Neil for $3.1m On the second season of Real Housewives of Sydney Biviano penned the term “LOMO” (love of missing out) Caroline Gaultiere is back for the third season of Real Housewives in 2025 From the streets of Prague to the shores of Bondi Beach former model Caroline Gaultier has found her haven in a mansion with her two children choosing this picturesque setting to raise her two children following her split from her husband Last year when she confirmed to have been cast in the reality series she shared with news.com.au her knowledge of the franchise ‘I’ve never seen a single Housewives episode,” Gaultier said so I came in quite blindly and I wanted to keep it that way.” As the show returns for its third season next year fans will get to find out what happened following the shock announcement regarding Gaultiere’s mother was diagnosed with cancer during the show’s filming Victoria Montano is returning for The Real Housewives of Sydney’s third season The esteemed fashion and lifestyle consultant who graced the cast of Real Housewives of Sydney last year Her exquisite Harbourside home in Sydney’s prestigious eastern suburbs which she purchased for an undisclosed price in 2016 with her husband Timothy Maher has been completely transformed Montano completely redesigned the home over a three-year period transforming it into a modern delight The residence was once the domain of the first Director of the Commonwealth Serum Laboratories William Penfold Montano took the historical home and wove her style into it intertwining its Victorian roots with modern elegance Inside Victoria Montano and Timothy Maher’s very colourful kitchen The interiors of the home include marble finishes that echo a Mediterranean style while other parts of the home include subtle Moroccan influences Montano’s feminine touches are evident and intentionally placed from the drapery to the curated art pieces throughout the home Sally Obermeder pictured at the official opening of the Rebecca Vallance flagship boutique foodie and entrepreneur brought a well-rounded portfolio to the Real Housewives of Sydney when she joined in 2023 Known to many as a dynamic presence in the Australian lifestyle scene the business woman purchased a Clovely European-inspired home in 2022 for a cool $2.656m described as part of a European-inspired gated community embraces alfresco living with its spacious outdoor entertaining area Situated close to the locally renowned Varna Park the late 1990s build is kitted out with in-built seating and a barbecue zone making it perfect for Aussie summer get-togethers boasts a second-level terrace offering stunning ocean views Beyond her real estate deals and business acumen Obermeder dedicates her time as an ambassador for numerous cancer-related charities including the National Breast Cancer Foundation and The Sony Foundation She left her 16-year role as co-host of The Daily Edition on Channel 7 in 2021 Martine Chippendale with her husband Macquarie executive John Wilson The newest addition to the Real Housewives of Sydney cast is set to grace our screens in 2025 for the shows third season Chippendale is married to Macquarie executive John Wilson and together they purchased this luxurious property for a cool $15.2m back in 2018 Under the creative genius of renowned interior designer Tamsin Johnson affectionately named ‘Kendall Lodge,’ underwent a big renovation Martine Chippendale and John Wilson’s mansion reflects the couples love for design and elegance This 1920s period home is now filled with state-of-the-art inclusions and refined period fixtures Perched on approximately 890sq m with spectacular views over Double Bay and Seven Shillings Beach The home included a chef’s kitchen with a Calacatta marble island breakfast bar a walk-in pantry and top-of-the-line gas appliances The home has been decked out with contemporary art while retaining its 1920s charm The interiors flow to multiple alfresco entertaining spaces complete with a deluxe ensuite and a designer dressing room The lower level serves as a versatile guest retreat with facilities such as a lounge and sauna The home includes spectacular views over Double Bay and Seven Shillings Beach Dr Kate Adams returns to the third season of The Real Housewives of Sydney in 2025 Dr Kate Adams has not only made a name for herself in the veterinary world but has also proven herself as a formidable force on the Real Housewives of Sydney Australians were more accustomed to seeing the 41-year old in her medical scrubs until her foray into the second season and reboot of the reality season showcased her bold personality and opulent tastes Dr Kate Adams at her Bronte home Photo: Kate Adams/Instagram the vet showcased her three-storey apartment in Bronte which she purchased for an undisclosed price has been done entirely off Dr Adams bat and features a walk-in wardrobe with designer pieces Dr Kate also immersed herself in the grand project of renovating the apartment and has plans to renovate kitchen and add a fireplace to the ground floor Dr Kate Adams in Tokyo for a girls trip on episode 8 of the Real Housewives of Sydney The Bondi Vet’s outspoken stance on Real Housewives of Sydney has placed her at the centre of gossip and feuds Last season tension flared when fellow cast member Victoria wore a fur-trimmed jacket to an animal sanctuary which Dr Kate described as a disrespect not only to her work but to the commitment of activists dedicated to animal welfare The Real Housewives of Sydney cast members from left Victoria Montano More recently speculation has swirled around yet another bust-up that reportedly paused filming for the shows third season due to air in 2025 cast members considered boycotting the reunion episode until they can preview the complete season Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. 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By accessing or using our platform, you agree to our Terms of Use. ✍️ Time Out Sydney never writes starred restaurant and bar reviews from hosted experiences – Time Out covers restaurant and bar bills, and anonymously reviews, so that readers can trust our critique. Find out more, here armed only with cheap pasta on paper plates But this hole-in-the-wall kitchen seems to be doing just fine On a Saturday night there’s barely a seat going at its tiny alfresco patio Str’Eats was born during the pandemic when its big sister, nearby Olio Owner and head chef Lino Sauro wanted to set up a food cart serving authentic Italian dishes inspired by his childhood and hometown in Sicily Before eventually opening its doors earlier this year Sauro had spent years working in five-star restaurants around the world Str’Eats’ pasta is made daily from organic semolina flour and water with its trio of cooks working elbow-to-elbow in a kitchen barely large enough to contain them you can opt for thick-cut rigatoni or ribbon-shaped mafalde A post shared by Str’Eats Pasta Bar (@streatspastabar) The concept is loosely “build-your-own” with the choice of seven pasta types and nine different sauces Prices start at just $10 for a simple aglio e olio climbing to $24 for a vodka burrata topping The dishes are basic and sparsely garnished meaning they all look a little similar when they arrive on matching paper plates Those expecting anything other than no-frills street food may leave disappointed Served straight from the kitchen through white-shuttered windows The lesser-known dish combines spicy pork 'nduja and crab meat with the shellfish seizing the palate as the fiery Calabrian salume lends a gentle heat The amatriciana – named for its origins in the Amatrice municipality in central Italy – is a mix of onion Traditionally made with guanciale (cured pork jowl) this street-food version swaps in bacon for a hot and smoky affair The puttanesca is a simple sauce of tomato with olives and capers adding a salty hit there’s not much left on the menu when we arrive There were fewer than half the pastas available and three of the sauces were stricken from the menu the Wagyu bolognese with beef brisket ragu swirling with delicious fresh mascarpone cheese and finished with a generous amount of cocoa powder The Sicilian cannolo comes as one giant waffle sugar-dusted pastry hugging a rich and sumptuous ricotta and pistachio filling Str’Eats benefits from its cosy spot on Chippendale’s bustling laneway Sat outside watching cars squeeze past the excited crowds as they mull the rows of eateries you’re momentarily lifted from the centre of Sydney and transported to another city entirely who are happy for you to nip out and bring back a drink from another venue This rough-and-ready kitchen may be experiencing few teething problems But with pasta prices undercutting an entire city it’s certainly doing something right and its fast-food style makes it ideal for a quick lunch or a casual dinner In a landscape where property resale values often dictate the design, this project stands out, refusing to conform to the norm and delivering a unique, one-of-a-kind outcome. Browse Domain’s property and lifestyle magazines. An utterly unexpected and delightful interpretation of urban living, Terrace House Mirage captures the essence of constrained spaces with a finesse that borders on the miraculous. Victor Alcami of Alcami Architecture describes it best: “This home is a mirage in the desert of the Victorian terraces that define our perception of the history of Chippendale.” Behind an unassuming front door, the interior unfolds as a captivating narrative from the point of entry down its entire length. Drawing from the client’s Spanish heritage and his deep love of orange, the design response is an inventive ode to Spanish tradition with bold moments of colour applied with confidence and aptitude, particularly in the bathroom. A bonkers design dialogue enriches the interior by blending modernism, Japanese architecture, ’70s and ’80s Spanish and Italian design, neo-classical layering, and elements of expressionism from the Weimar Republic. There’s a lot going on, but it all just works. The expanse of raw materials holds the spaces together, evoking a sense of brutalism while simultaneously rejecting materiality, reinforcing the mirage-like effect. The compact 60-square-metre terrace has been reimagined with elements it previously lacked, such as an outdoor garden and a sense of openness. The ground floor is conceived as an outdoor space with a new courtyard featuring a sliding panel parallel to the stairs for a fully open area. Visual continuity is maintained through elements like frameless full-height glass and floating benches inspired by Donovan Hill’s D House. This heritage apartment in Madrid offers captivating views at every turn How two young architects revived the soul of their tired '70s home 'Our clients hadn't changed anything': A modern twist on the ’80s in Double Bay A masterstroke of spatial choreography is the insertion of mirrored walls that dissolve and expand the perception of spatial boundaries, a nod to the American Bar by Adolf Loos. “It’s an invitation to reflect on what space is and what its limits are, if there are any,” explains Alcami. At its core, this project celebrates the fluidity of indoor/outdoor living, a theme woven intricately into every detail. From the introduction of an interior courtyard to the insertion of the kitchen ‘desk’ (a cooktop that transforms into an outdoor dining table commonly found in Spain), each element blurs the boundaries between inside and out, inviting the sky, the landscape, and natural elements into the fabric of the design. Conceptually, Terrace House Mirage highlights the beauty and mystery of transitional spaces and serves as a cultural and architectural statement that seeks to introduce an element of fantasy into everyday life — an aspirational escape from reality. Beyond the abundance of joy it delivers, perhaps this project’s biggest success is how the design integrates the Australian outdoor lifestyle within a tight Victorian terrace typology, making it a significant and replicable model for future renovations across Australia. Massive respect. The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate Schadow joins the Chippendale property in her first GM role following a three-month stint in Europe as part of TFE's Go Global International Exchange Program She has worked across various hotels and brands in the TFE portfolio most recently as Executive Assistant Manager at Vibe Hotel Sydney and is currently completing the Women in Leadership Australia's Executive Ready program Dani's journey with TFE Hotels began back in 2015 at Adina Apartment Hotel Bondi Beach leveraging her experiences and learnings from TFE's in-house Academe program to move from strength to strength this new bar from master mixologist Grant Collins is dedicated to celebrating the evolution of the dry martini as well as its caffeinated crowd-pleasing cousin Through a carefully curated collection of experimental and classic cocktails Grant Collins and Gin Lane invite patrons into an atmosphere of easy-going sophistication bringing elements from London's modern martini bars and Spain's laidback cocktail and tapas scene to the heart of Chippendale Think of Dry Martini's menu as an ode to the evolution of the cocktail classic where guests can experience different flavour profiles and mixes ranging from original and well-loved Gatsby-coded recipes from the 20s and 30s to contemporary creative takes such as the salted caramel espresso martini with a nitro frozen foam and Scottish espresso martini with a shortbread infused whiskey and shortbread foam simply surrender to the espresso martini tree — a bespoke tower of six curated drinks Guests can expect cocktails mixed with the highest quality house-distilled gin A tapas-style food menu has been designed to complement the flavours of the martini selection is ideally served alongside freshly shucked oysters — dished-up with dry ice smoke billowing beneath the platter for a little side serving of theatricality The menu draws inspiration from San Sebastian's bite-size pintxos from a martini wagyu slider with rich and silky caramelised onions cheek-wrinkling sour house-made pickles and a generous amount of martini mayo to sweeter options like their piña colada dome with coconut crumble and caramelised pineapple if the cocktail sidekick you seek is something simpler the high-low delight of the truffle and jamon toastie topped with caviar perfectly pairs with the house negroni Dry Martini's wallet-saving happy hours are banishing cost-of-living worries with $10 martinis and $15 daily cocktail specials available every day from 5.30pm–7.00pm Tuesday - Thursday and 5.30pm–6.30pm Friday and Saturday but if you want to staycation like a Chippo local 1. The Vic  then spend the morning in the sunshine on the sun-soaked balcony before heading out to enjoy what Sydney’s coolest suburb has to offer.  2. Tree Top View Warehouse Apartment Another appropriately-trendy warehouse conversion, Tree Top View Warehouse Apartment is what it says on the tin: a super-stylish warehouse apartment located up-high in the trees away, elevated above Chippo’s buzzing streets. With White Rabbit Gallery and Spice Alley just moments away you’re perfectly located to take in the suburb’s main calling cards The main bedroom opens up onto a leaf-shrouded balcony the sofa in the open-plan living space opens up into a bed so you can fit four guests into your inner-city getaway 3. Pop Art Studio This colourful studio is an ode to the Pop Art movement: a compact bright space decked out with statement furniture that screams “creative urban escape” There’s a balcony overlooking the street and a fully-equipped kitchen but the bold design will inspire you to get amongst Chippo’s creative scene and go make some memories You can read our guide to the coolest neighbourhood in Australia over here Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Sydney newsletter for more news Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time About 50 people were evacuated after a fire at an electric bike shop in Chippendale early on Sunday Residents reported hearing “popping” sounds and smelling smoke from a small e-bike rental shop on the ground floor of the building on Shepherd Street Firefighters were called to the shop and forced open a roller door to get in They found a large amount of smoke and an e-bike battery smouldering inside Residents from the three-storey Axis apartments building above the shop were evacuated by firefighters wearing breathing apparatus The scorched battery was handed over to the owner in a large container of water The cause of the blaze isn’t confirmed yet and an investigation is ongoing Police and ambulance officers attended the incident as well as three crews from Fire and Rescue NSW The e-bike store caught fire in Shepherd Street There have been almost 100 lithium-ion battery fires recorded in NSW so far this year at an average of 5.7 per week according to Fire and Rescue NSW which describes the issue as “the fastest growing fire risk in NSW” The most recent incident before Sunday took place on Thursday at Narraweena on the northern beaches when four people escaped an intense house fire thought to have been caused by an e-scooter on charge “The nature of lithium-ion battery fires is extremely volatile,” said Fire and Rescue NSW Inspector Steven Perkins after that incident they tend to do so extremely quickly and with great intensity.” Lithium-ion batteries can catch fire spontaneously if there are minor defects from the manufacturing process There have been almost 100 lithium-ion battery fires recorded in NSW so far this year.Credit: Flavio Brancaleone Fire and Rescue NSW recommends against overcharging batteries or using non-compliant battery charging equipment and not charging devices overnight or while not at home Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter Residents reported hearing \\u201Cpopping\\u201D sounds and smelling smoke from a small e-bike rental shop on the ground floor of the building on Shepherd Street The cause of the blaze isn\\u2019t confirmed yet and an investigation is ongoing according to Fire and Rescue NSW which describes the issue as \\u201Cthe fastest growing fire risk in NSW\\u201D \\u201CThe nature of lithium-ion battery fires is extremely volatile,\\u201D said Fire and Rescue NSW Inspector Steven Perkins after that incident they tend to do so extremely quickly and with great intensity.\\u201D Start the day with a summary of the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories Time Out magazine has released its annual list of the “Coolest Neighbourhoods in the World”, and four Australian suburbs have made the cut out of 38: Chippendale in Sydney, Windsor in Melbourne, Northbridge in Perth, and Norwood in Adelaide. The magazine editors vetted neighbourhoods worldwide for their food, drink, arts, culture, street life, community and one-of-a-kind local flavour.  These suburbs may be cool – but are they affordable? Or does the life aspired to by Time Out magazine come at a cost? Domain has taken a dive into the data to find out how much you’ll pay. People tend to overlook this suburb in favour of its more famous neighbour but Surry Hills didn’t even make it to the list Chippendale was an industrial area that transformed into a cool residential area, says local agent Teng Li of Obsidian Property. “Everything is modern, and the design of the buildings is quite forward-thinking,” he says. While most of the suburb’s population are university students, Li says there are many first-home buyers and young professionals living in Chippendale, all drawn to its arts scene and great restaurants. Suburbs where apartment values are cheaper than their peak How to get lower rent: Aussie tenants and landlords get creative in the housing crisis First-home buyers giving up as loans to young Aussies drop “Some of the properties, like studios, are relatively cheap. They’re around $500,000 to $600,000, which is a good starting point for some buyers,” says Li. 2 Baths2 ParkingView listing In Chippendale, the median unit price is $850,000 ($70,000 cheaper than Surry Hills), and the median weekly rent is $1095 for a house or $820 for an apartment, according to Domain data. Li says Chippendale’s mix of modern apartment buildings and older Victorian and Edwardian-style homes gives the suburb a unique edge to its remarkable cultural heritage. For example, older brick-style buildings surround the strange University of Technology Sydney “paper bag” building. 2 Baths2 ParkingView listing Considered the grungier sibling of Prahran and South Yarra Windsor is often overlooked by tourists and locals despite its ranking as the 10th coolest neighbourhood in the world “It’s just got the most eclectic mix of people, interests and ideas … it’s the place to be,” says local agent James Paull of Kay & Burton Stonnington.   “You will find a broad and diverse range of Melbourne’s demographics in the suburbs. If you go along Chapel Street in Windsor, the restaurant and cafe scene is world-class. On the other side of that, when you get to the homes, there are heritage homes, and there are modern builds.” While Windsor is predominantly known for its younger demographic, Paull says there has been a recent shift towards the family market. “Your Windsor buyer is typically either a professional couple, or a young family having one or two kids, or really your first-home-buyer market, given there’s a lot of old-school cottages in parts of Windsor that are somewhat affordable for the first-home buyer market,” he says. 1 Bath− ParkingView listing The median price for a house in Windsor is $1.505 million, while units have a median of $525,000. However, it’s not necessary to buy to live in one of the world’s coolest suburbs. The median weekly rent for a house is $800 and $520 for a unit, according to the latest Domain Rent Report. “The properties [in Windsor] are the best,” says Paull. “You get a good blend of heritage homes with a lot of lovely period-style Victorian homes and Edwardian homes.” “You can find some single-fronted properties that start at the low $1 million mark, but they can go up to $4 million or $5 million for the top-end stuff in the suburb. “[For apartment buildings], a small one-bedroom apartment in Windsor starts at $400,000. I’ve been involved in an apartment sale in Windsor up to mid-three million [dollars]. So, a pretty broad range.” 2 Baths1 ParkingView listing Northbridge is the city’s nightlife district and most culturally diverse food destination earning it 21st place in the coolest suburb ranking “The vibrancy and mix of the dining in Chinatown, nightlife, its open spaces – there are a lot of parks – access to public transport in and out of the city without having to pass through the CBD, makes it a cool place,” says local agent Rob Stefanovski of Limnios Property Group. “Northbridge could be considered [Sydney’s] Kings Cross of Perth,” he says. Unlike other suburbs, Northbridge has a limited number of properties available. The majority of them are apartments because it’s a small area within Perth, says Stefanovski. “If you look at the property values and the demographic of Kings Cross, the demographic is somewhat similar, but the values in terms of what you get for your dollar in Northbridge are completely different. I think [prices are] 40 per cent less than what you’d be paying in Kings Cross. “A one-bedroom apartment on average is in the mid-$400,000s. Two-bedroom apartments would be certainly in the mid-to-high $500,000, and the three-bedroom apartments are upwards from the mid-to-high $600,000,” he says. 2 Baths1 ParkingView listing In Northbridge, the median weekly rent is $660 for a house or $650 for an apartment, according to the Domain Rent Report. With the completion of the Edith Cowan University campus in the suburb, Stefanovski believes there will be more people and foot traffic coming into the area, which will change and evolve Northbridge in the next three to five years. 2 Baths2 ParkingView listing Norwood in Adelaide is well-known for its Italian influence and The Parade which is home to stylish boutiques and diverse galleries and most likely the reason it ranked 35 on the list “It’s a cosmopolitan prestige but with a high-density twist,” says local agent Stephanie Williams of Williams Real Estate. “You’re surrounded by beautiful homes with stunning architecture. “There’s a really nice promenade that surrounds the area. It is higher-density living. So you do have blocks that are smaller and developed, and apartments have just gone into The Parade North side, and there’s talk of a tram going from The Parade into the CBD,” she says. The median house price in Norwood is $1,137,500, while the median unit price is $590,000. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent for a house is $690 and $535 for a unit, according to Domain’s Rent Report. 2 Baths2 ParkingView listing “It attracts that young demographic because you can walk into the universities and the CBD. Then, for the more mature generations, there are some smaller blocks where they can have a low-maintenance lifestyle as well. You can walk to everything there.” SaveLog in, register or subscribe to save recipes for later.You have reached your maximum number of saved items Ester’s stone-grey, pared-back dining room is where hatted chefs go for a three-bottle lunch, and where basically everybody, Nigella Lawson included, loves the contrast of hot, craggy rolls of fermented potato bread against trout roe, kefir cream and dashi jelly. Chef Mat Lindsay opened the restaurant in 2013, and it’s been a bolthole of invigorating, singular dishes ever since, each one touched by a wood-fired oven that specialises in coaxing novel flavours from familiar ingredients. New hits on the otherwise sleepy Chippendale block include twice cooked pork belly glazed with burnt honey and set in a husk of roasted leek with macadamia cream, and duck dumplings braised in a handsome claypot with a broth that speaks of smoke, fish bones, pepper and tamari. This is also where everyone should visit for a “crepe brulee”. That’s a creme patissiere-filled pancake with a surface that’s all snap, crackle and “how good is this?” Good Food hatGood Food hat16.5/20ReviewGood Food Guide editor reveals his go-to spot for a slap-up meal (and it’s Nigella approved)Continue this series FelixBistro favourites, Burgundy and beyond. The GidleySteak and ceremony beneath the CBD. EstebanSouth-of-the-border cooking with swank factor in spades. SaveLog in, register or subscribe to save recipes for later.You have reached your maximum number of saved items Sign in Join now, it's FREE! 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Jen Affleck/Instagram; Denise Truscello/Getty An iconic dance troupe known for their all-male striptease revue is unionizing The dancers are pushing for health benefits and higher wages alleging that their pay has been stagnant for more than a decade the dancers are not currently compensated when their likeness is used in promotional materials or for post-show mingling with customers which they are required to do for 15 minutes after each show a supermajority of the roughly two dozen cast members signed union authorization cards last week and have filed paperwork with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to hold a union election Union membership would cover both the Chippendales’ flagship show in Las Vegas as well as the troupe’s touring productions around the world Chippendales dancer Freddy Godínez told the Review-Journal that the workers started looking into unionizing a year ago Godínez alleged that regardless of the amount of time that performers have been at the company that is kind of a minimum that companies should be able to provide for especially for their full-time performers,” he told the Review-Journal is a fellow member of the Chippendales cast who has been performing in Vegas for nearly two decades we’re kind of trained to believe that we’re disposable and so you have to be grateful for what you can get because it’s such a competitive market,” he told the newspaper “But Freddy was the one who really encouraged us Las Vegas Actor’s Equity representative Marci Skolnik said in the press release that the local chapter of the union was “thrilled to welcome the Chippendales into our ranks,” adding that “Vegas is “Our entertainers make Las Vegas a world-class destination,” Skolnik said “Union membership reminds the world that our entertainers are world class.” Chippendales Director of Operations Katerina Tabakhov told the Review-Journal that she had no comment about the dancers’ vote to unionize Chippendales was founded in 1979 and has been in residence at the Rio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas for the past 21 years, according to their website The press release states that although the group is known “for their high production values and elaborately choreographed shows,” the dancers’ wages and benefits “lag significantly behind” other Las Vegas productions Get the best of what’s queer. 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