Lenny Ann Low

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In a quiet suburban shopping strip, Maggio’s offers a cornucopia of maritozzi, sfogliatelle and excellent chicken schnitzel sandwiches.

Portions are generous but it’s good to get in early before fish sell out at this small, smart and no-fuss old-school British-style chippy.

The Bungalow transforms from serene brunch spot in the day to a place of white tablecloths, brass table-lamps and cocktails in the evening.

Clocktower Bar at Shell House is a deep-red cocoon of cocktails and crullers nine storeys above the street.

Irish chef Aoife Noonan helms a cake shop that blends the elegance of a French patisserie with the artistry of Japanese-inspired flavours.

Customers keep flocking to this community-based bakery for its exquisite baked goods including croissants, sweet treats and sourdough.

Lush and dramatic dishes made from seasonal produce over an open fire are at the heart of Coledale’s cosy coastal cafe-restaurant Earth Walker & Co.

The secret to earthly delight is in pairing local fare with passion at Moonacres Kitchen in the Southern Highlands.

Crispy chicken schnitzel crispiness gives way to tender flesh, with herby mayonnaise and folds of mixed lettuce at Loaf in Sydney’s southern suburbs.

The choice of sweet, creamy and fruity flavours leave customers stunned into indecision at this new fro-yo flagship store.