Good Food Guide 2025
How Newcastle became one of our hottest food destinations (and nine places you must try)
With big-city talent at the helm, Newcastle’s new Bistro Penny joins several other venues making the Steel City a cracking place to eat and drink this summer.
- Callan Boys
- Collection
- Restaurants
20 private dining rooms in Sydney for Christmas catch-ups
Finalise your guest list (and check it twice), then make a reservation at these Sydney restaurants with a private or semi-private dining space.
Staying power: Longstanding Sydney restaurateurs share the secrets to their success
The Good Food Guide turns 40 this year, and these iconic restaurants are celebrating anniversaries of their own.
- David Matthews
The woman behind the breakfast empire: After Bill Granger’s death, Natalie Elliott steps into sun
It was a love story that began over corn fritters, and went on to conquer the culinary world. Now, Natalie is tentatively rediscovering joy in continuing her husband’s legacy.
- Bianca Hrovat
Red carpet, cocktails and colour from The SMH Good Food Guide 2025 Awards
The cream of NSW’s dining scene gathered at Sydney Opera House on November 11 for the glittering Good Food Guide Awards. Here’s a snapshot (or 50) from the big night.
‘Raise the bar’: First Cultural Change Champion calls for action at Good Food Guide awards
More must be done to make hospitality a safe industry for women, heard the crowd at the 40th annual awards ceremony.
- Bianca Hrovat
The Good Food Guide Young Chef of the Year sets sights on western Sydney
Good Food Guide young chef of the year Luke Bourke is focused on western Sydney, where he can explore his heritage and mentor other young Indigenous chefs.
- David Matthews and Callan Boys
One of the top dining trends of 2024 is fun and easy to make at home, too
Something magical happens when you thread ingredients onto skewers, then apply heat.
- Katrina Meynink