Europan: Cafe & Bakery, Rose Bay (18 Sept 2016)

10A Dover Rd, Rose Bay NSW 2029
https://www.facebook.com/Europan-712322735486509/

Brunching in Rose Bay

Cappuccino ($4) uses Campos Coffee and done quite well although not quite the standard Campos latte art I usually see around town. Babyccino ($2) comes in a foam cup which makes it safer if dropped. Miss 1 year old actually accidentally knocked it over amongst her wriggling around in the high chair which made a large mess on the floor. This is usually the main reason why an all froth babyccino is preferred over an all milk in case this happens. Free range scrambled eggs with grilled herbed tomatoes and toast ($12) is a generous size for the price. Really enjoyed the scrambled eggs and tomatoes were roasted well. If you love the cakes at Little Jean in Double Bay then you'll be happy to know pastry chef @jasonhillierleggatt is now working his magic at Europan. Mixed Fruit Tart ($5.50 takeaway) was very good with nice thin pastry and lots of fruit making it a new Simon Favourite. Service was good and friendly and the cafe had a nice local vibe. I noticed its the same owner as Mordeo in the city so I'm hoping some of these cakes and pastries will hopefully make their way over there as well.

Sweet Infinity: New shop replaces The Olive, Strand Arcade, Sydney (7 May 2010)

Shop 18, Strand Arcade
193-195 Pitt Street Mall, Sydney NSW 2000

http://www.sweetinfinity.com.au

Sweet location

Having only opened about 2 weeks ago this second store of Sweet Infinity is already becoming very popular. Sadly though it's replaced the equally popular The Olive Italian Food Bar which made excellent sandwiches — if anyone finds out where they have gone please let me know as I loved their fried zucchini! Sweet Infinity's original bakery shop at 53 Riley Street Woolloomooloo is still there but I'm glad there's now one closer in the city to pick up some afternoon sugar treats. A poster inside notifies customers they'll be closed from 15 June till 6 July for renovations so watch out for a brand new look — there's some proposed interior designs on the store wall to check out.

If you're in need of a decent sugar hit then grab yourself a smooth tasting Brownie ($4) which has great depth in chocolate flavour. The larger sized Lemon Meringue Tart ($7) and Fruit Tart ($7) have beautifully thin pastry which goes well with the toppings. I couldn't resist trying the figs in the fruit tart which looked so good. The lemon meringue had a nice crunchy shell. It looks like Central Baking Depot and Bacco Pasticceria have some new competition in town but the more choices the better I say.

Other visits to Sweet Infinity:

• 19 May 2010 - Rump Steak Pie

• 7 May 2010 - Fruit Tart, Lemon Meringue, Brownie

SNAPSHOT REVIEW:

PROS: Centrally located in the city, Quality cakes and pastries

CONS: Possibly will get crowded when busy. Will be closed for renovations. Premium pricing for some items.

MUST TRY: Brownie

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Fruit Tart $7

Lemon Meringue Tart $7

Brownie $4

SIMON FAVOURITE :-)

Window display

Takeaway box — logo not quite stamped properly

Shop front — The Strand Arcade, Ground Floor

Original shop bakery — 53 Riley Street Woolloomooloo


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