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Our newest dining walk is in Manly - a laidback beachside suburb situated on the Northern shores of Sydney.

Home to surfers, famous authors & actors and many Sydneysiders who are happy to commute to the city daily in exchange for ‘living the dream’ by the beach.

We jump onto the Manly fast ferry to reach our destination, discussing the key features of Port Jackson whilst on our sea journey. To begin our long lunch enjoy a fun cocktail & seafood at a local laneway favourite. Next-up is a swanky coastal restaurant for decadent mains and a refreshing glass of wine. Pop into a seaside art gallery to view the latest contemporary Australian art.

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Discover a Palm Springs-style bakehouse on a hidden laneway, that creates a daily ever-changing bottomless batch of innovative and delicious pastries for our cheeky arvo treat.  Why not try a Cherry Ripe Twice Bake, Beetroot Cheesecake or crème brulee Croissant?

Amazing filled croissants at Rollers bake house


Or you might want to stay for a quick swim and sunset tipple, at one of the many small bars popping-up in this beach side destination. You can reply on us for a good recommendation.

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April 2024 Newsletter
April 2024 Newsletter

The Sydney restaurant scene is never stagnant and our local hood of Potts Point is a great example of the dynamic nature of the hospitality industry. In the past month alone, we have bid farewell to the beloved Et Al and clocked the rebranding of House Bistrot. But amidst these changes, exciting new additions are also on the horizon.

March 2024 Newsletter
March 2024 Newsletter

As we dive into the meticulous details of preparing for the next summer season—confirming bookings, researching new dining venues, and managing paperwork—it's evident that the world of travel entails more than just glitz and glamour. In the midst of our preparations, we explore the multifaceted history of Sydney, a city that exudes beauty on the surface but harbors a complex tapestry of stories and characters beneath its facade.

Hello 2024!
Hello 2024!

It’s been a while between missives but we are back for 2024. Sydney has been bit by the love bug that is Sydney Mardi Gras. There is lots happening all over town as everyone gets into the spirit of celebration. Check out the festival programme here. We have a new player in Darlinghurst, bei bar & bistrot, located in the heart of the precinct at Taylor Square. We are looking forward to introducing our guests to the Mediterranean inspired menu, in the contemporary Scandi-vibe designed dining room of this Modernist 1930’s building.

Happy Holidays!
Happy Holidays!

It’s been an exciting and eventful year at Sydney Connection HQ! We have embraced new experiences, developed skills, and continued to explore Sydney's vibrant dining scene. Moving offices, discovering new cocktails, and enjoying the local cuisine added a unique flavor to our journey. Refreshing swims between tour bookings, reading and and the prospect of meeting the people behind the bookings is the perfect way to balance work and relaxation over a Sydney summer.

Darlinghurst Reboot
Darlinghurst Reboot

We have taken the change of season as a cue to give our Darlinghurst dining tour route a reboot. Adding two new restaurant discoveries to tantalize our guests taste buds. We are now starting our Darlinghurst tour ‘over the border’ of Campbell Street in Surry Hills at  Dead Ringer. Housed in a grand terrace house, with handsome wood joinery & leather upholstery, the two-sided dining room frames an equally handsome bar.

Tourism Australia New Video
Tourism Australia New Video

We just received a very welcome late birthday present from Tourism Australia: a brand new video of our dining tours. Filmed on location in Potts Point, Sydney as part of the National Experience Content Initiative project, a $12 million content creation initiative aimed at supporting tourism businesses across Australia in our recovery and driving increased visitation by helping us to better market our experiences and attractions.

The Sydney Connection is Ten Years Old
The Sydney Connection is Ten Years Old

Today we are 10 years old! On this day in January 2013 we took out a friends relatives, who were visiting from Tasmania, on a daytime walking tour of the Sydney CBD. Six months previously, our chief guide Maree had gone on an internet date with a guy called Oscar from Texas. After spending the day showing her guest all her favourite local haunts, Oscar complimented Maree on her unique tour guide style and suggested she do it as a living.

Corporate Concierge for EOFY Celebrations
Corporate Concierge for EOFY Celebrations

If you want to take the hassle out of taking organising your end of financial year celebration event, get in touch with us. We can tailor a 3 or 4 course dining tour to entertain and indulge your crew in Surry Hills or Potts Point. After all that WFH everyone is keen to re-connect in person and catch-up with interstate team members or visiting overseas colleagues and management. Show-off the very best of Sydney dining whilst entertaining your guests.

Book Potts Point on Sunday
Book Potts Point on Sunday

We are now available for Sunday bookings for our Potts Point dining tours! Most of our faves in Popo take Tuesday nights off, so we decided to switch-it-up and move to a weekend night. This image is the lovely courtyard at Ezra, where we indulge in a delicious dessert, flirt with staff and enjoy this beautiful space on our three course tour.

Sparkling Sydney Dining Tour
Sparkling Sydney Dining Tour

We are thrilled to announce our first special event for 2022 as part of Sparkling Sydney - a food and wine festival in Pyrmont, celebrating all there is to love about Australian gastronomy & amazing sparkling wines! We kick-off our inner-city dining experience at the new and shiny Aiden Hotel, with our prerequisite cocktail and delicious bar food in the fabulous snug downstairs bar with a view of Murray Street nightlife.