Sydney Eat Street: Celebrate Mother’s Day while in isolation
Dining out is not possible this Mother’s Day but you can still get creative, set the scene and put together a breakfast, lunch or dinner restaurant experience to remember — all in the comfort of her own home.
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With restaurants closed down due to coronavirus restrictions, mums shouldn’t have to miss out on celebrating Mother’s Day — without doing any of the cooking.
Here are some food services available to celebrate the special day even while in isolation.
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NUTIE
The Balmain bakery’s signature treat is an artisanal range of gluten-free doughnuts which co-owner, Sina Klug, first introduced to Sydneysiders at market stalls in 2016.
Two stores and countless pop-ups later, her range has expanded, and this Mother’s Day she’s laying it all out in two different High Tea sets you can bring home for mum.
“With my mum being halfway around the world, stuck in Germany, I saw the immense need of sending your mum something she’ll love even if you’re far away or not able to leave the house yourself,” Klug says.
“We want to make sure no mum is forgotten this year.”
The first option suited for two, includes a generous assortment of sweet and savoury tarts, treats, rolls and quiches along with a handwritten card with a short message; the larger one has a bit more to eat as well as a dainty pink posy.
Or, put together your own sweet selection with a large variety of lovely surprises including heart-shaped Iced Vovos, Baby Cakes and Love Heart Brownies available only in-store Saturday and Sunday.
Add to that a 250g bag of ground coffee beans, some homemade pancake mix and be prepared to become the favourite child.
Pre-order Mother’s Day High Tea boxes ($90/$130) by 3pm, Wednesday, May 6. Only available May 9 and 10. Deliveries to eastern suburbs, inner Sydney and lower north shore.
Pick-ups in Surry Hills, Saturday, 10am-4pm and Balmain, Saturday and Sunday, 11am-5pm.
Balmain: Shop 1, 13 Beattie St, Balmain; 11am – 5pm, Monday-Sunday
Surry Hills: 44 Holt St, Surry Hills; 10am – 4pm, Monday-Saturday
Contact: nutie.com.au
THREE BLUE DUCKS
Built upon a foundation of surf, sand and sustainability, Three Blue Ducks started just up the road from the heart of Bronte.
By merging two takeaway shops, it became a casual restaurant backed by fine-dining experience and a kitchen guided by the seasons — specifically what was growing in the onsite garden and what was on offer from their trusted suppliers. Since then, Three Blue Ducks has grown to four (outlets that is) — including The Farm, and even though their “garden” is bigger, their emphasis on “ethical and authentic food” hasn’t wavered; if anything, in a period of social distancing and limited outings, it’s more important than ever.
“This Mother’s Day it’s all about celebrating our wonderful mums from the comfort of our homes,” co-founder Darren Robertson says.
“A nourishing, tasty brekky with all the trimmings is the perfect iso-way to say thank you.”
And to help with that Three Blue Ducks has put together a Mother’s Day Brekky Box ($100) available via their Byron Bay and Bronte outlets.
Included in the hamper is Iggy’s (Sydney) or The Bread Social (Byron) sourdough and croissants; Ducks Mixed Berry & Davidson Plum Jam; house-made cultured butter; fresh fruit; Chow Cacao x Ducks Chocolate; Three Blue Ducks in the Country cookbook; cold-pressed orange juice; and a bottle of bubbles.
For Sydney mums, add on a family-sized frittata of roast pumpkin, feta and caramelised onion frittata, chilli jam ($24). Or if the celebration leans more towards lunch and dinner, there’s also the Mother’s Day Feast, a three-course meal that can be prepped for two or 10 people ($60pp). It includes shared entrees, shared side, one large main such as lamb shoulder, roast chicken or whole snapper, and shared dessert.
Brekky boxes are available for pick-up and delivery next weekend in Byron and Bronte. Order online until Wednesday, May 6.
Three Blue Ducks, Bronte
Mother’s Day Brekky Box: Order until Wednesday, May 6
Mother’s Day Feast: Order by 5pm, Thursday, May 7
Address: 141/143 Macpherson St, Bronte
Order: threeblueducks.com; order before Wednesday, May 6
Pick-up: Saturday (May 9), 8am-1 pm; Sunday (May 10), 7am-11am
Delivery: Saturday (May 9), 11am-3pm; Sunday (May 10), 7am-9am
* Add a personalised note, maximum of 130 characters; email to bryony@threeblueducks.com
Three Blue Ducks, Byron Bay
Mother’s Day Brekky Box: Order until Wednesday, May 6
Address: 11 Ewingsdale Rd, Ewingsdale
Order: threeblueducks.com; order before Wednesday, May 6
Pick-up: Saturday (May 9), 8am-1pm; Sunday (May 10), 8am-1pm
Delivery: Saturday (May 9), 11am-3pm; Sunday (May 10), 10am-1pm
FRENCHIES BRASSERIE
Cuisine: French
Mum, Mamma, Mutti, Mommy, Madre. However, you say it, there’s one thing we can all agree on is that matriarch of the family deserves a day all her own. And while dining out may have to wait until next year, Jeremy Pace, head chef of Frenchies Brasserie, want to help make sure she’s still given the special treatment.
“In France, Mother’s Day (Fete des Meres), is celebrated as a treasured family holiday with an intimate sit-down dinner featuring mum as the guest of honour,” he says.
“And that’s what we wanted to achieve with our Mother’s Day feast this year. It’s designed for families to unite around great food and enjoy a special meal in the comfort of their own home. Just like the French.”
Serving traditional French fare, the Mother’s Day Eat at Home Pack is suited for a family of four — two adults and two kids.
It includes an entree choice of pork and chicken Terrine or a half-dozen oysters, an adult main choice of Frenchies Snapper Pie (cook at home) or 12-hour slow-cooked beef brisket, the classic French pie, beef Parmentier for two kids and chocolate mousse for dessert.
You’ll need to order in advance for pick-up Friday (May 8) and Saturday (May 9).
Address: 3/54 Kalang Rd, Elanora Heights
Hours: 12-8pm, Tuesday-Saturday
Mother’s Day Pack available for pick-up Friday (May 8) and Saturday (May 9)
Contact: 9907 2528
Menu: frenchiesbrasserie.com.au
Takeaway: Pick-up; Mother’s Day Pack available for pick-up Friday (May 8) and Saturday (May 9)
VENTUNO
At this stunning wharf-side Italian restaurant, it’s family-first and for owners Silvia and Lido Russo that includes their work family.
Like any tribe, troubled times put that ethos to the test. Still, for the team at Ventuno, their strong bond, tireless effort and ingenuity are keeping things moving forward and to Lido, that makes this Mother’s Say all the more poignant.
“It really brings it home to the foundation – a time to nurture and appreciate the gift of life,” Lido says.
Rather than going for the requisite dinner, he sees this as “an opportunity for all children no matter what age to treat our mums at home”.
With Ventuno’s Mother’s Day promotion ($62pp), that celebration starts with antipasto including Stella Bocconcini, manchego cheese, olives, cacciatore salami and house-made bread followed by Galletto all Diavola (a butterflied grilled chicken), salad, and Tiramisu for dessert. (Wine pairings are also available).
Ventuno has also collaborated with florist Kiko Design who’ll be selling bouquets on site.
“It’s an opportunity for us (Ventuno) to help our children and fathers pick up a great family Italian meal and beautiful flowers at the same time.”
Pre-order by May 6 to avoid disappointment.
Address: 7/21 Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay
Hours: 5.30-8.30pm, 7 days
Contact: 9247 4444
Menu: ventuno.com.au; New gluten-free pizzas; pre-cooked home-style meals require 48-hour notice
Takeaway: Pick-up; pop-up deli on site
Delivery: $5 fee, free with orders over $40; delivers to Millers Point, Dawes Point, The Rocks
TEXTBOOK PATISSERIE
Hand over heart, this is one of the tastiest desserts mum will ever have – be it at a posh restaurant, or what is the closest thing at the moment “out of a box”.
Pastry chef John Ralley, the owner and founder of Textbook Boulangerie Patisserie, has a created this exclusive raspberry jelly, chocolate shortbread and chocolate mousse cake as a single-serve gateaux, or if you’re hoping she’ll share, a 6-inch heart.
“Mums are the best and we want them to be treated to an indulgent time over Mother’s Day,” Ralley says.
The Textbook Mother’s Day cake will be available in stores May 5-10. To avoid disappointment, pre-order 48 hours in advance.
Address: 274 Botany Rd, Alexandria
Contact: 9699 6156
Order: textbookpatisserie.com.au
Hours: 7am-3pm, Tuesday-Friday; 7am-4pm, Saturday; 7am-2pm, Sunday
Takeaway: Pick-up available May 5-10
OLIO
Cuisine: Tradition Sicilian flavours with a modern spin and the freshest local ingredients
After weeks of being indoors, it’s fair to say that what mum really wants for her special day is to head out for a nice meal at a nice restaurant.
While that’s going to have to wait a tick longer, at least you can bring the fine-dining to her with a Sicilian-inspired four-course meal from award-winning chef, Lino Sauro.
“I strongly believe that now more than ever, in this very particular and overwhelming time, every single mamma of the world deserve the warmest ‘thank you; and unconditional love from all of us.”
Set the table and start off with a creamy burrata followed by a delicate barramundi agnolotti or brown butter and sage ravioli then soft, rich Ora King salmon or a 24-hour succulent slow-cooked lamb finishing off with Sauro’s signature pistachio tart.
As an extra gesture of gratitude, she’ll receive a lovely hamper with Sicilian sparkling wine, flowers, homemade sourdough spelt, and chef Lino’s family’s own olive oil.
Mother’s Day special includes a four-course meal with hamper for mum ($98), additional meals ($58pp).
Address: Level 2, 2-10 Kensington St; Chippendale
Hours: Lunch from 12pm, dinner from 6pm, Monday-Saturday
Contact: 9281 1500
Menu: olio.kensingtonstreet.com.au
Delivery: Free to Chippendale; $10 within 8 km of address; Minimum $50 order
THE TEA COSY
Cuisine: Traditional tea house serving Devonshire tea, scones, gourmet jams and finger sandwiches and High Tea offerings
Located in the centre of The Rocks, Sydney’s oldest suburb, this traditional tea house is normally a reprieve from the business of the hustle and bustle of tourist-filled streets, but while their High Tea offerings will have to wait for later days, you can still indulge in their freshly-baked scones, gourmet jams and double thick cream.
For those who can’t make it in, they are personally delivering five days a week to the North Shore, Inner West and Eastern Suburbs.
“I’ve really enjoyed my experience doing deliveries,” owner Aisling Kinchin says.
“The one thing that has really surprised me is how absolutely lovely every single person has been to me. I think this crisis has brought out the best in a lot of people, I know it has in me.”
Mother’s Day: Scone care package: Six freshly-baked plain scones, three gourmet Australian-made jams and double-thickened cream. Delivering Friday, May 8 – Monday, May 11.
Address: 7 Atherden St, The Rocks
Hours: Wednesday-Friday, 7am-10am; Saturday & Sunday, 9am-12pm
Contact: theteacosy.com.au
Delivery: Ranges from Northern Beaches, Inner West and Eastern suburbs (see map for serviced suburbs, delivery dates, and fees)
BIRCH RESTAURANT
Cuisine: Modern Australian
While many restaurants boast about seasonal menu, that’s child’s play compared to the weekly changes at Birch Restaurant.
Every Monday, they post a new menu (available for pre-order) which is entirely based on what the growers have on offer at the time.
Choose meals separately or opt for one of the themed packs such as date-night, wine and cheese and their signature, Dining Pack which owner, Renee Wallace says “allows you to prepare and create exactly what we do at Birch but with all your prep done for you”.
Delivery is available, but what fun would that be when you can do the “stand on the street and holler dance”, which Renee says is now “protocol to let us know you are there and it’s being embraced wholeheartedly. And (it’s) very entertaining”.
For Mother’s Day, Birch Restaurant is really showing off with an entree of crab with roast & smoked salmon chowder, and rosemary & sea-salt loaf, a main course featuring oxtail and beef fillet wellington with roast root vegetables; beans with prosciutto; and Yorkshire pudding and finally chocolate and berry bombe Alaska with orange and Cointreau syrup for dessert.
Address: 2/249 Argyle St, Moss Vale
Hours: Thursday, 6-9pm; Friday & Saturday, 12-2.30pm, 6-10pm; Sunday 12-3pm
Contact: birchrestaurant.com.au
Takeaway: Pre-arranged pick-up
Delivery: 25km radius from address; delivery fee $15 or free with orders over $150
Menu: Released each Monday to pre-order for the week.
LOOMA’S
Cuisine: Gourmet cakes, macarons and pastries (French)
Choose something special or go with their delicious signature items: Ferrero Cake, Vanilla Raspberry Cake or Redskin candy macarons.
“Mum’s always love a surprise treat arriving at their door. When it’s a quality cake made with the finest ingredients, combined with excellent delivery service, you’ll be sure to add that special touch to her day,” head chef and Looma’s co-founder Ibrahim Khatib says.
Address: 13/25 Hoskins Ave, Bankstown (Factory)
Contact: loomas.com.au
Facebook: facebook.com/loomaspatisserie/
Hours: Monday-Friday 8.30am-5pm; Sat 8.30-3pm.
Delivery: Order by 9.30pm for next day delivery; Sydney-wide, Monday-Sunday 8am-3.30pm with minimum $50 order
Takeaway: Can be arranged via pre-order at Bankstown factory
CAKE IN A BOX
Cuisine: Themed cakes, cupcakes, and gifts
Offering a Mother’s Day Gift Box ($59.90) Lindt balls, Fairy floss from fluffy crunch 20g, Darrell Lea salted caramel chocolates and the cutest little cuddly teddy bear 16cm tall. Mum will definitely feel spoiled this Mother’s Day.
They sell Mother’s Day themed cakes and cupcakes from $35.
Contact: cakeinabox.com.au
Hours: Order soon to ensure Mother’s Day delivery; all others, order by 5.30pm for next day delivery
Delivery: To suburbs in Greater Sydney Area; delivery fees start at $9.95; Monday-Saturday
BREAD FOR LIFE-SOURDOUGH STARTER KIT
Sydney Opera House executive chef, Kasper Christensen, is selling his sourdough starter (30 years old) to raise lifesaving funds for Filip, a two-year old boy diagnosed with brain and spinal cord cancer.
Along with the starter, the kit includes the recipe and a video tutorial how to keep your new “bread pet” alive and how to bake it. (By donation, $15 minimum)
Details: bit.ly/BreadForLifeProject
Contact: 04053237275
Pick-up: Frenchs Forest
Delivery: Mail worldwide
BEING DUMPLING CHEF
Cuisine: Handmade dumpling delivery service
Being Dumpling Chef offers steamed dumplings and buns, vegan dumplings and fried spring rolls (delivered frozen).
And for Mother’s Day, the dumpling selections include Ruby Red Har Gau (prawn dumpling), Regal Purple Har Gau (prawn and chives), and Char Sui Bao (BBQ pork bun); order soon to ensure Mother’s Day delivery.
Contact: 0410 874 751
Menu: instagram.com/being_dumplingchef
Delivery: Greater Sydney are, including Illawarra and Blue Mountains; $10 delivery fee; $50 minimum order
KATERING AT HOME
Cuisine: Home-cooked meal delivery service
Offering a Mother’s Day High Tea Hamper for Two* ($110; $160 with champagne). Free delivery on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10 (delivered between 9am and 11.30am). Order by 8pm on Thursday, May 7.
High Tea Hampers for four and six people also available. Bottle of Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Reserve Champagne NV can be added to any order for additional $50. Plus $10 is donated the McGrath Foundation
(*Hamper includes: Buttermilk scones with house-made jam and Chantilly cream; tea cakes, finger sandwiches, salmon gravlax on blinis; assortment of teas; posy and a handwritten card with persona message)
Contact: kateringathome.com.au; 0475 303 080
Pick-Up: 605 Elizabeth St, Redfern
Delivery: Sydney Metro and North Shore – visit website for specific suburbs; (free delivery on Mother’s Day); normal trading delivery fee $11, free with orders over $250
THE ROYAL OAK BALMAIN
Cuisine: Modern Australian
Mother’s Day Hamper* ($160); Pre-order by Thursday, May 7; Call (02) 9810 2311.
Competition: Best drawing of mum wins a Mother’s Day hamper. For details visit royaloakbalmain.com.au.
(* Includes 500g Crystal Bay prawns, a dozen Sydney rock oysters, house-made duck pate with cornichons, sourdough baguette, olives, cured meats, cheese, and NV French Champagne Lanson Reims)
Address: 36 College St, Balmain2041
Contact: royaloakbalmain.com.au
Hours: Monday-Sunday, 12pm-9pm
Delivery: Free delivery to Balmain, Rozelle, Lilyfield
Takeaway: Kerbside pick-up pre-order
DINNER AND DOODLES
Right now, treating mom to dinner at home just doesn’t seem very novel, that is until you add some artistry to the occasion with Dinner and Doodles.
On Saturday, May 16 take part in an online life drawing session while enjoying a special menu from Salt meats Cheese or Pasta Emilia featuring the Fable’s plant-based proteins.
For $99 you get dinner for two, a bar of Pana Organic Chocolate, one kg of Fable plant-based meat, a sketch pad, graphite pencils and ticket to Darlinghurst Life Drawing’s class from 7pm-9pm.
Tickets to the event are on sale till Saturday, May 9 and can be purchased at fablefood.co/dinneranddoodles
FLOUR DRUM NEWTOWN
Cuisine: Flour Drum is a neighbourhood all-day eatery renowned for its creative flair and treasure trove of house-baked sweet treats
For Mother’s Day, pre-order cakes by 6pm, May 8 Facebook messenger.
Address: 531 King St, Newtown
Hours: 7.30am-1pm, Thursday-Monday (COVID-19 hours)
Contact: 9565 2822; flourdrum.com.au
Signatures: Delicious and stunningly beautiful, cakes, pastries and sweets
Takeaway: Pre-order for express pick-up; (9565 2822)
KOI DESSERT BAR
Cuisine: Stunning artisan cakes and ready-made desserts
For Mother’s Day, pre-order cakes by 6pm, Friday, 8 May for Saturday pick-up and delivery.
Address: 46 Kensington St, Chippendale; 3/62-66 Blaxland Rd, Ryde
Hours: Chippendale, Thursday-Saturday, 3pm-6pm; Ryde, Thursday-Saturday, 12pm-3pm
Contact: koidessertbar.com.au; Chippendale: 9212 1230; Ryde: 9809 4720
Takeaway: Pre-order for kerbside pick-up; Ryde, Thursday-Saturday, 12pm-3pm; Chippendale, Thursday-Saturday, 3pm-6pm
Delivery: Order by 6pm for next-day delivery (Thursday-Saturday); $30 minimum order, $5 delivery fee; Sydney CBD & Northern Suburbs
YELLOW
Cuisine: Plant-based bistro created by Brent Savage and Nick Hildebrandt, the award-winning team behind Bentley Restaurant + Bar.
Enjoy a Mother’s Day vegan feast for two with option to add champagne.
Address: 57 Macleay St, Potts Point
Hours: Monday-Friday, 6pm-10pm; Saturday & Sunday, 11am-10pm
Contact: bentleygroupathome.com.au; 9332 2344
Takeaway: Pre-order for pick-up & drive-up, Monday-Sunday, 3pm-8pm
Delivery: Monday-Sunday, 3pm-8pm; $10 delivery fee; free delivery with $200 order
THE GROUNDS OF ALEXANDRIA
Cuisine: Coffee roaster, artisan bakery, cafe, bar, eatery and sprawling gardens for heirloom vegetables, fragrant herbs, fresh fruit and flowers
Though you may have missed out on some specialty cake orders, you can still drop by for some baked goods and or a hot coffee in a new The Grounds insulated drink cup for Mother’s Day.
You can also pre-order some ready-made meals coming weeks’ deliveries. She’ll also love a voucher for weekend brunch in the gardens once things swing back to normality.
Address: 7A, 2 Huntley St, Alexandria
Hours: Monday-Friday, 7am-2.30pm, Saturday & Sunday, 8am-3pm
Contact: thegrounds.com.au
FRANCA BRASSERIE
Cuisine: Contemporary brasserie serving French and European influenced cuisine
For Mother’s Day enjoy a champagne breakfast in bed: a bottle of Ruinart Brut Champagne, two breakfast mains, two scones with clotted cream and berry compote, two pressed juices and lovely fresh bouquet of flowers ($175 for two; $45 each additional person); full-menu is also available.
Pick-up an array of sweet and savoury baked good as well as fresh flowers at their pop-up. Boulangerie Market Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8am until sold out.
Address: 81 Macleay St, Potts Point
Contact: 9167-2921
Hours: Friday-Sunday, 7am-12pm, Lunch 12pm-5.30pm; Tuesday-Sunday, Dinner 5.30pm-9pm
Menu: francabrasserie.com.au
Takeaway: Pre-order for pick-up
Delivery: francabasserie.com.au; UberEats, Deliveroo
CHIN CHIN
Cuisine: A quintessentially Australian take on Asian food
Pre-order a Chin Chin Mother’s Day banquet which comes with mum’s favourite Chin Chin dishes, one cocktail per person, place settings and playlist.
Simply follow the instructions, add the heat and spiceto create the full Chin Chin experience at home. ($88pp, minimum two people).
Address: 69 Commonwealth St, Surry Hills
Hours: Monday-Sunday, 4pm-9pm
Contact: chinchin.sydney
Takeaway: Pre-order for pick-up
SOKYO
Cuisine: Japanese cuisine that blends the best of Sydney and Tokyo
“Table for Two” set menu – Six-courses including sashimi, robata grilled meats and tofu cheesecake for dessert. ($140, for two people).
Address: 80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont
Hours: Monday-Sunday, 6pm-10pm
Contact: star.com.au/sokyo
Takeaway: Pre-order for contactless pick-up at The Star Sydney’s Grand Foyer.
Delivery: Pre-order online via HungryHungry; delivery within 5km of The Star; delivery fee from $7.50
BLACK BAR & GRILL
Cuisine: A classic steakhouse showcasing wood-fired steaks and seafood; wine, beer and cocktails also available
“Table for Two” set menu – Five-course seasonal menu including Wagyu beef jerky, King Prawn salad and braised Cape Grim Shortrib. ($120 for two people).
Address: 80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont
Hours: Monday-Sunday, 6pm-10pm
Contact: star.com.au/black
Takeaway: Pre-order for contactless pick-up at The Star Sydney’s Grand Foyer.
Delivery: Pre-order online via HungryHungry; delivery within 5km of The Star; delivery fee from $7.50
FAT NOODLE
Cuisine: Chef and culinary adventurer Luke Nguyen delivers the tantalising tastes and aromas of Asia’s vibrant street food scene
“Table for Two” set menu includes four house-favourite dishes including the famous Singapore Seafood Laksa. ($70 for two people).
Address: 80 Pyrmont St, Pyrmont
Hours: Monday-Sunday, 6pm-10pm
Contact: star.com.au/fat-noodle
Takeaway: Pre-order for contactless pick-up at The Star Sydney’s Grand Foyer.
Delivery: Pre-order online via HungryHungry; delivery within 5km of The Star; delivery fee from $7.50
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