‘Belissima’ comfort food at affordable prices
Bella Vista in Belconnen focuses on what it has been doing exceptionally well over the decades, which is to serve "belissima" comfort food at affordable prices, says dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
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Canberra restaurants reviewed by Wendy Johnson. What and where to eat in Canberra.
There's something special about a classic French bistro and Louis is no exception, writes dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
"We’re dumpling fans and will travel a long way to enjoy these perfect parcels of goodness," writes dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON. "Bite and Booze didn’t disappoint."
Dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON stops by at Bookplate and enjoys a relaxing lunch. She says its a great place for anyone who wants something smaller with a quality coffee or tea.
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Why Mrs Wang’s all about wow!
If you haven’t been to Mrs Wang's, put it on your bucket list – at the top – even if it’s to bask in the glory of the 1930s Art Deco fitout, writes dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
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Spanish sunsets up on the roof
In its new kitchen, Lelya Bar is dishing up food focusing on a Spanish theme, writes dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
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Queenies delights with a new menu
A new owner and a new menu finds dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON at Queenies in Kingston.
Koto offers an exquisite and sophisticated dining experience on every level, writes dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
Dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON enjoys a charming lunch in deepest Deakin.
In Mexico, a "fonda" is a relaxed unofficial restaurant, operated when a family chooses to open their home to the local community. Dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON reports Canberra’s new fonda lives up to the reputation.
Once in a while, a new restaurant opens in Canberra with a bang says dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
"Close your eyes and let yourself be transported to France, with its incredibly rich culture that adores connecting food," people and place," writes dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
Ostani’s fit-out is lovely and the big circular firepit inside is attractive and heart-warming, says dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON. Better still, it's open on Sundays!
Noosa is a culinary mecca for discerning travellers, writes dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
In the mood for a Sunday drive (or a drive any day of the week, for that matter)? Take the short but enjoyable trip to Sutton and head to Victoria Street for great coffee and fresh goods, baked daily, says dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
Peonee Restaurant is full of surprises, writes dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
Dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON gets in the zone and discovers there's more to pub grub at The Civic.
"We faced a few service issues. The steak and frites arrived cold and had to be returned. On the second attempt, the steak was hot but the frites remained cold." WENDY JOHNSON reviews "a new frontier in inner-city hospitality".
Narrabundah shops are blessed with some great eateries – XO, D’Browes, Kita and, newish, Du Sel. One that’s been on the scene for a whopping 14 years is La Cantina, writes dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
