Your guide to playing Two Up in Mosman this ANZAC Day. Here’s everything you need to know.
“Come in spinner!” Local punters will be screaming it loud and clear as lower north shore pubs and clubs host games of two-up in commemoration of ANZAC Day.
Fresh seafood returns to Mosman village! Penny’s butcher launches new fish counter with 50% off!
Denis at Penny’s launches a new seafood offering at his award-winning butchery this morning and we have some AMAZING deals for Mosman Collective readers.
Mosman’s best café’s and hidden gems for great coffee and an elevated bite.
Mosman’s café scene has moved ahead in leaps and bounds over the past decade. Check out our "hidden gems".
Mexican fast food chain Guzman y Gomez set to open 24-hour restaurant in Mosman.
A popular fast-food chain has lodged plans to open a 24-hour restaurant where residents can enjoy a taste of Mexico in the heart of Mosman village.
Food News: The Mayflower at St Leonards ignites a BBQ revolution!
Local foodies are flocking to a festive five-star dining experience featuring BBQ dishes from around the world this November and December.
Hola! A hot new Tequila bar in North Sydney is calling your name.
Sydney’s hot young things have a new tequila playground on their radar – and you’ll find it right here on the lower north shore.
Food News: Popular café and market Shire Gluten Free to open second store in Mosman.
A gluten-free café and supermarket serving delicious meals and treats opens on Avenue Rd in Mosman this weekend.
Twilight Food Fair returns to North Sydney every Friday night at Ted Mack Park.
Great news local foodies! North Sydney’s Twilight Food Fair is back for 2023 and the first event for the season has a spooky twist!
Bathers’ Pavilion opens Eddy’s – bringing a little slice of Italy to Balmoral
Bathers’ Pavilion has opened the doors to Eddy’s, a friendly, Italian-style neighbourhood enoteca at the Edward’s Beach end of Balmoral that is taking up residence over summer.
Hunter Valley Uncorked returns to Balmoral Beach on October 22.
Following a triumphant comeback in 2022 after a two-year hiatus, Hunter Valley Uncorked Balmoral is returning to Balmoral Beach on Sunday October 22.
Farewell Shane: Popular Mosman butcher closes shop to relocate after twenty years.
A Mosman butcher who’s dedicated twenty years to serving the local community has been forced to relocate his business after being refused a new lease.
Food News: Epic Steakhouse coming to North Sydney from the Lou Lou Bistro team this Spring.
Local diners heading into CBD for a sirloin fix can forget about travelling over the bridge, with a top-notch steakhouse set to open in North Sydney next month.
People Power: Loyal customers save Mosman cafe from demolition. New lease signed!
Middle Head Café has been saved from the chopping block and will remain “for many years to come”, with owners Dany and Christelle Bertrand inking a new deal with the Harbour Trust.
LouLou Bistro, Boulangerie and Traiteur offers “sublime” dining experience ahead of Bastille Day.
There’s really only one thing you need to know about dining at Bistro Loulou – it is a completely sublime experience.
Pasta di Casa: Mosman made, gluten free Italian dishes that taste just like the real thing? You’d better believe it!
A post on Mosman Collective’s Facebook page has ignited memories and sadness of long-lost Italian Pasta Zu on Military Rd famous for its delicious take-away meals.
Food News: Sydney’s legendary El Jannah charcoal chicken empire is coming to Crows Nest!
Get excited, foodies - because a cult charcoal chicken chain is coming to Crows Nest.
Mama Mia! Sink your teeth into cheesy, piping hot authentic Italian pizza at 2Bridges in Neutral Bay.
It was Tuesday evening when we headed out for pizza. Traditionally a slow night, no sooner were we seated when take-away boxes began flying out the door – while families, little groups and couples were led to tables.
Mosman’s legendary Thai Kanteen reborn as Attentive Thai Fusion – and the verdict is in!
After a quarter of a century as Thai Kanteen, the retirement of the restaurant’s much-loved owner signals a new era, albeit leaving giant shoes to fill … and loyal patrons anxious.
Me Gal: Taronga’s elegant restaurant with epic harbour views is a “top tier” dining experience.
The Wildlife Retreat at Taronga is jaw-dropping. Sunken and U-shaped, it looks up to the restaurant. Press the buzzer and the gates slowly part for a meal to remember.
Iconic restaurant Sails on Lavender Bay snapped up by hospitality giant Bill Drakopoulos.
Iconic Sydney restaurant Sails on Lavender Bay, a lower north shore dining mainstay since the 1970s, has quietly changed hands, with owners Greg Anderson and Patricia Nunes confirming the sale.
Food News: Three Michelin starred restaurant L’Enclume to take up five-week residency at Bathers Pavilion.
World famous British chef Simon Rogan of three-Michelin starred L’Enclume is heading to Bathers Pavilion for a five-week residency later this year.
Taronga Zoo restaurant Me-Gal opens to the public and now we can all enjoy Sydney’s best views with a cocktail!
We have HUGE news for local foodies looking for a swish dining experience with sweeping views of Sydney Harbour.
New waterfront restaurant “St Siandra” to launch at The Spit led by former Nomad Head Chef.
Middle Harbour Yacht Club will welcome a Med-inspired restaurant and bar in February, with renowned former Nomad Head Chef Sam McCallum at the helm.
Dining Out: Your guide on where to eat in Mosman on Christmas Day 2022.
Thinking about outsourcing meal time on Christmas Day? If you can’t face another year in the kitchen, we’ve put together a list of local options for your consideration.
Lower north shore cafes could cop $11,000 fine for using plastic cutlery under new laws enforced in NSW.
Local cafes and restaurants using or providing plastic plates, cutlery, chopsticks and straws could be fined $11,000 from next week under new laws about to be enforced in NSW.
It’s back! Hunter Valley Uncorked returns to Balmoral this October.
After a two-year break, Hunter Valley Uncorked is set to return to the beautiful shores of Balmoral Beach on Sunday October 16, 2022.
Food News: Popular Lebanese restaurant “Fattoush” to open second location in Mosman.
A popular Sydney restaurant, known for its mixed plates of various meats accompanied by Hummus, Baba Ganoush, Garlic Dip and Falafel is heading to Mosman, just in time for the warmer weather and summer crowds.
The Queen’s recipe for Scotch Pancakes has gone viral. Here’s how to make them.
Queen Elizabeth’s recipe for Scotch Pancakes has gone viral following her death after an eagle-eyed fan uncovered a 1960 letter written to US President Dwight Eisenhower revealing how to make them.
Opening Soon: Balmoral Corner Store to shake up the Mosman food scene.
A new café headed by International Executive Chef Tom Kime is set to shake up the local food scene when it opens in Mosman this October.
Enjoy the tastes and flavours of winter at luxury night market on Mosman’s village green.
Rug up and celebrate all things winter at Mosman’s annual WinterFeast Night Market next Thursday.
New Boozer: An Irish pub is about to open in Cremorne and yes, there’s Guinness on tap!
A traditional Irish pub serving creamy pints of Guinness and craic will open in Cremorne this week, transporting patrons back to the Emerald Isle.
Special Report: Budget friendly family recipes to beat skyrocketing costs.
Joining co-ops, quitting the gym, ditching streaming services and growing vegetables are just some of the ways locals are saving money to try and beat soaring inflation.
Planning a Platinum Jubilee party? You’ll need to make this incredible Trifle fit for a Queen!
An amateur cook’s seven-layer Lemon Swiss Roll and Amaretti Trifle beat 5000 puddings in a U.K wide contest to become the official dessert of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
Exclusive: Landmark Cammeray café Maggio’s to open Giovanni Pizza in Mosman!
The team from cult Cammeray café Maggios is heading to Mosman, launching a second Pizza restaurant after being inundated with delivery requests from locals.
Coming Soon: Niche Mosman, an Asian inspired tapas and wine bar set to open.
A stylish hot spot with Asian inspired snacks and craft cocktails is planned for Gouldsbury street, filling the void left by Open Circus earlier this year. Read all about "Niche Mosman"!
Attention Local Lovers: Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Public Dining Room!
Hey lovebirds! The countdown is on to Valentine’s Day and the Public Dining Room at Balmoral is dialling up the romance for 2022.
Food History: 350-year-old Christmas Pudding recipe made famous by Mosman home cook.
It’s fair to say there are two types of families in Australia; Those who love Christmas pudding, and the ones who don’t.
Get Merry: Festive cocktail recipes your Christmas lunch absolutely needs.
We’ve got your boozy bases covered for Christmas Day, with a little something for everyone!
Sydney Good Food Month is back in January and Mosman makes the grade.
Sydney Good Food Month is back in January and several local restaurants are included in the festival line up.
STIR UP SUNDAY: What is it – and why is it celebrated?
The long-established baking tradition called “Stir up Sunday” falls this weekend. It’s the day when wishes are said to come true.
Food News: Four Frogs Mosman to re-open on Middle Head Rd.
The authentic creperie will re-open its doors on December 3, in a new location accommodating 80 seats and an outdoor dining area.
Food News: North Sydney’s famous Produce Market reopens this weekend!
Sydney’s oldest and best produce market is back after a three-month lockdown, with dozens of growers returning to Miller St, North Sydney this weekend.
Just In: NSW residents to get TWO EXTRA Dine and Discover vouchers!
Great news! NSW residents will receive TWO extra Dine and Discover vouchers, in an effort to boost the economy post-lockdown. Find out how to get yours.
Is This Mosman’s Favourite Store? Accoutrement’s Sue Jenkins on her passion for all things food.
Accoutrement is a much-loved landmark on Mosman's shopping strip, offering the best range of kitchen equipment, utensils and homewares you’ll find anywhere, as Anna Usher discovered.
Weekend Eats: Our favourite family three cheese lasagne.
Layer upon layer of rich ragu, smothered in cheesy bechamel .. what could possibly go wrong?! This delicious family favourite is from Katrina Meynink (check out her insta here) and it’s next level good!
Meat Free Monday: Try our super Spinach impossible pie!
What's not to love about an impossible pie? All you need to do is mix the ingredients, pour them into a dish and pop it in the oven. Now this is where the magic happens - and where the pie gets its name.
Gelato Messina announces new lower north shore delivery zones.
Let’s face it, there’s only so much Streets Blue Ribbon ice cream a person can eat in lockdown and after ten long weeks at home, Gelato Messina has come to the rescue on the lower north shore!
Lockdown Recipe: Check out this INSANE vegan chocolate cake. It’s a must try!
When we posted a photo of local resident Hannah Hill’s chocolate cake, the recipe requests came in thick and fast.
Lockdown Recipe: Brutti ma Buoni biscuits (Ugly but bloody Good!)
Make the most out of lockdown by cooking tried and true favourite recipes from lower north shore residents.
NSW Dine and Discover vouchers program EXTENDED. Here’s where to use them locally.
In a panic because you haven’t spent your Dine & Discover vouchers? Fear not friends! NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet has announced a one month extension to the scheme.
What’s on: Northside Produce Market – Saturday 5 June.
Stock up on gourmet groceries or find new fruits and vegetables at this legendary North Sydney farmers market, held on the first and third Saturday of each month. Here’s just a taste of what’s on offer this weekend.
Iconic dive bar The Pickled Possum is about to reopen. Somebody pass the mic!
After eighteen months in hibernation, iconic dive bar The Pickled Possum is set to reopen at the end of June.
It’s over. David Jones Food in Mosman set to close after BP partnership turns sour.
It promised premium food offerings for the time-poor and elite, but after less than 12 months, David Jones Food emporium in Mosman is about to be shuttered.
Viral Food: Mosman celebrity chef Will Stewart makes TikTok’s Honeycomb Rigatoni Pasta Pie!
We all watch beauty hacks, dance challenges and fitness tips on social media – but now its viral recipes enjoying a moment in the spotlight thanks to TikTok.
Here’s the complete list of gourmet food and drink providores at Northside Produce Market this weekend.
Taste the flavours of Italy at this Saturday's Northside Produce Market. We may not be able to travel to Italy but we can certainly enjoy its culinary influences and cuisine. Mama Mia or should we say Nonna Dina!
Updated: Where to spend your $100 NSW Dine and Discover vouchers! See the local list.
We’re all about promoting small business and boosting our local economy, which is why Mosman Collective is 100% behind the NSW Dine & Discover program, which is rolling out this month.
Shock Departure: Serge Dansereau leaves his iconic Bathers’ Pavilion after more than 20 years.
Serge Dansereau has left Bathers Pavilion, after more than 20 years at the helm of his iconic Balmoral restaurant. The co-owner and Executive Chef announced his departure in a statement released to Mosman Collective by Bathers’ Managing Director Jessica Shirvington.
Bathers Pavilion shortlisted for the 2020 Restaurant and Bar Design Awards.
Bathers Pavilion has been shortlisted for the 2020 Restaurant & Bar Design Awards, a globally recognised competition dedicated to the design of food and beverage spaces.
Food News: Acre to open second Sydney venue on sprawling site in Artarmon.
Acre Eatery is set to expand its culinary footprint, with a sprawling space on Reserve Rd, Artarmon opening in September. The 2000 square metre site will include a greenhouse and a chicken coop, as well as its own bakery, café, kid’s playground and gardening courses.
Boredom Buster: Famous fast-food recipes have just been released by some iconic chain restaurants – and we’re heading to the kitchen STAT!
Bored with quarantine cooking? Craving a fast-food fix? Well fear not dear friends! We’ve got you covered with some famous recipes, just released by some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands.
Live List: Local restaurants move to home delivery and takeaway options during Coronavirus health emergency.
Lower north shore eateries are responding to the Covid-19 threat by adding take-out and/or delivery to their repertoires. Consult our live list and support your local favourites.
Giddy Up: Bistro Mosman reveals it’s Melbourne Cup menu and you need to book NOW!
With just a few weeks until we celebrate the race that stops a nation, now is the time to organise your Melbourne Cup lunch - so you won’t be left all dressed up, with nowhere to go!
Vale Margaret Fulton: Mosman chefs, culinary figures and home cooks mourn the death of Australian icon.
Local chefs and culinary figures are mourning the loss of Australian food icon, Margaret Fulton, who died today aged 94.
Mosman News: Local legends Jimmy and Toula set to retire after 36 years selling fruit and veg.
For generations, they’ve been the friendly faces serving up the best quality produce in Mosman, hand selecting the finest fruit and vegetables for a legion of loyal customers.
Last Call: Mosman institution Arena’s closes its Italian food mecca after 60 years.
The Arena family are local grocers and providores who have speed Italian sunshine on Mosman tables, with the ripest tomatoes and the finest Focaccia, for 60 years.
Exclusive: Jamie Oliver and Nigella Lawson dine at Bathers Pavilion on Balmoral Beach, so what did they order?
In the past few years, Mosman has played host to rock stars and royalty, with Justin Biefer, David Beckham and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex all paying the suburb a visit.
End of an era: Mosman butcher Stephen Penny calls time on local meat Mecca.
On Saturday July 10, 1880, readers of Sydney’s Illustrated News opened their morning paper to learn the latest on the capture of Ned Kelly. And in the same edition, it was also revealed that a new butchery called Penny’s had opened in Woolloomooloo.
Latest News: Enormous AVOZILLA hits Mosman – and we’re going to need a bigger sourdough!
Smashed avo is about to go next level, with the arrival of a new, super sized avocado in Mosman. The giant avocados are five times the size of the regular variety and have made headlines around the world in the past 24 hours, after being harvested for the first time in Queensland.
Mosman Family Traditions: Food Envy’s Mel Clark shares her sensational secret Sausage Roll recipe!
Mel Clark is renowned as one of the best “home cooks” in Mosman. The busy mum of two has achieved cult status in recent years, with her popular range of “food envy” christmas puddings, that are an annual sell out at Mosman markets.
World Class Views and Dining at Balmoral’s Bathers Pavilion
Serge Dansereau’s life has been shaped by food. From humble beginnings in French Canada, he has profoundly changed the landscape of Australia’s culinary culture over the past 20 years.
