Illawarra butchers, delicatessens and fresh

BUTCHERS
Superior Meats on Addison
26 Addison Street,
Shellharbour Village,
02 42977162

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DELICATESSENS

Aga Deli
Located outside the bus stop on Wollongong Mall next door to Supporters World and just around the corner from the Cinemas is a local foodie treasure that most people just walk past without really 'seeing' it.

A range of European food items such as pierogi, black pudding, white pudding, smallgoods, cheeses and the best cheesecake I've ever had!I first heard about this wonderful deli when attending the Polish Food festival in 2003.
Address:
Keira Street
Wollongong, NSW, 2500
Telephone: 02 4225 3109

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Gerringong Deli Cafe
Proprietor: John & Somprom Svinos
Tel: (02) 4234 1035
Experience fabulous food, fast friendly service al fresco in the warm sunshine or inside amidst the beautifully timbered ambience of earlier times - Pasta - Fresh Salads - Focaccias - Coffee - Large range of home made cakes and deserts 133 Fern Street Gerringong Illawarra South Coast New South Wales NSW Australia

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Keiraville Gourmet Deli

Shop 4/ 207 Gipps St, Keiraville
NSW 2500 Australia
Phone: (02) 4227 2281

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Oscar's
200 Cowper St,
Warrawong.
TEL: 42743080
Open Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm; Sat, 8am-1pm
Photo: Sahlan Hayes

More information

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Pianosa DeliPhone: (02) 4267 1569
Shop 14
284 Lawrence Hargrave Drive
THIRROUL NSW 2515

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FRESH PRODUCE

Illawarra Fresh Produce

Illawarra Fresh Produce Wholesalers deliver the freshest fruit and vegetables from our wholesale warehouse in Wollongong NSW direct to your door. We have been supplying chain stores and retailers for many years, with all our experience and expertise we can guarantee you will receive the Class One Quality you expect with prices that you can be happy with.

FREE DELIVERY on orders over $20.00*
We deliver to the Wollongong, Fairymeadow, Towradgi and Corrimal areas on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday.
We deliver to the Wollongong, Coniston, Figtree, Port Kembla & Warrawong areas on Thursday, Friday & Saturday.

• Eggs
• Fresh Herbs
• Fruit
• Juice
• Oils
• Pasta/Salad Prepared
• Vegetables

Crust Gourmet Pizza opening in Wollongong

I have just heard the news that Crust Pizza is opening a branch in Wollongong!

Here are a few of my favourites but take a moment to view their full menu

Tandoori

Chicken Breast Fillets Marinated in Tandoori Spices with
Shallots & crushed Cashews, topped with Mint Yoghurt

Medium $16.00 Large $20.00

Satay Chicken Breast Fillets & Spanish Onions,
garnished with Snow Pea Sprouts, Sesame Seeds & a drizzle of Honey

Medium $16.00

Large $20.00

Philly Steak

Black Angus Roast Beef, Roasted Capsicum, Fresh Capsicum, Caramelised Onions, Mushrooms, Double Mozzarella, topped with Dijon Mustard & Wild Rocket

Crust Gourmet Pizza Bars provide a choice of gluten free take-away options. Using gluten free pizza bases manufactured off-site in a dedicated gluten free environment, there is an extensive range of gluten free pizza varieties to choose from. We also have starter pizzas that can be made gluten free, as well as a selection of salads.

Gluten free pizzas are available in a medium size, and are charged at large pizza rates. When placing an order, please mention your gluten free requirements to the Crust Gourmet Pizza Bar staff, and they will be happy to discuss your gluten free options.

Crust Pizza Store.
Wollongong Store Details

Shop 105, 53 – 61 Crown Street
Wollongong, NSW 2500
02 4226 4479
02 4226 4473
wollongong@crust.com.au
Opening night Thursday October 15th at 6pm

Food Review: Long Island Cafe, Windang

I have been living back in Lake Illawarra, NSW for a few years after living in Northern Wollongong suburbs and Tasmania and one of the things I really enjoy is a visit to Windang, a tourist town for fishermen and people that want to just slow down and enjoy the wonderful Lake Illawarra and nearby beaches.
It was after 2pm and most of the restaurants and club meals had finished so it was nice to find the Long Island Cafe and its vibrant orange interior which drew me in to have a closer look. The smell of coffee was in the air and the cold bar with different types of fish and other seafood available soon piqued my interest.

I asked if it was possible to have the hoki fillet grilled with garlic butter and I was told that it wouldn't be a problem. There was a small fee of 50 cents. Believe me - it was well worth it! One of the most succulent, flavourful fish I have had in years!


The seafood skewers I had spotted on the menu were great value, including prawns, mussels, calamari and vegetables and served with a wonderful salad which included beans, cauliflower and a really nice dressing plus chips.


There were plenty of seats available if we wanted to dine in but what I was really looking forward to was a seat by the waters edge and I wasn't disappointed. There is nothing like it and for $16 we had a full fillet of fish grilled to perfection and two seafood skewers with chips and salad. More than enough to feed two people and a few (dozen) seagulls as well. A short distance away I enjoyed watching the sun go down over Windang island. Such a wonderful day to end a day.

Located near the Post Office and Liquor Store on the south-bound side of Windang Road it is a well kept secret that will soon be a firm favourite.

I also purchased some Viking Blue Cheese form the mixed goods store on the corner which was enjoyed as supper hours later. They stock a wide range of cheeses and other gourmet items as well as a range of grocery items and fresh produce. Perfect for making up a picnic or enjoying a nice cold icecream on a warm Winter's day.

MENU

Fresh Fish, Meal Combos, Gourmet Burgers, Foccacias & Sandwiches, All day Breakfast and coffee.
Prices:

Fish and Seafood: Catch of the day $4.50 or $8 with chips and salad. Lightly fried in lemon tempura batter (50 cents more for grilled). Nile Perch or Barramundi $6 or $9.50 with chips and salad.

Seafood combos (with chips and salad) include: Seafood basket $9.50; Grilled Barramundi with horshradish sauce $10.50.; Salt & Chilli prawn $11; Grilled Barramundi Karumba with prawns & avocado $14.50; BBQ Rump Steak $14, Grilled Salmon Kilpatrick with bacon $15.50

Other combos (all come with chips and salad): Chicken Schnitzel $7.50, Lasagne $8.50, Boneless fried chicken $8.50, Salt & Pepper Squid $8.50, Seafood Skewers $11

Gourmet burgers starting at $4.50 for Traditional hamburger or Egg & Bacon Roll up to $5.50 for Steak & Mushroom Roll

Foccacias Creat your own with 3 fillings are $4.50 then $1 per filling or try Long Island Cafe's Beyond 2000 (chicken, avocado, sundried tomato & tasty cheese), New York New York (Turkey, cucumber, onion, carrot w. cranberry sauce), Device Dream (Roast beef, carrot, mushroom, seeded mustard & swiss cheese) or Tropical Island (Ham, cheese, capsicum and tomato).

All Day breakfast starts at $2.50 for raisin toast or cinnamon toast, 4.50 forTurkish bread melt or $9 for the big breakfast of Bacon, egg, grilled tomato, sausage served on toast with orange juice or coffee $9.

Coffees: All coffees are $3.00


Long Island CAFE
Shop 1, 233 Windang Rd, Windang
Phone: 0242 965556
Monday - Sunday 7.45am - 6.30pm
Closed Tuesday

Lee and Me Flourless Chocolate Cake and Iced Coffee

I have been hearing rave reviews about Lee and Me Cafe in Lower Crown St. Mall and today I finally got the chance to visit. It is located in the building that also houses Educated Palate which has downsized, now located on Townhall Place with the entry to Lee and Me on Crown Street opposite The Glasshouse Tavern.

I had just finished a photoshoot and was in need of a sugar fix to recharge the batteries when I arrived at Lee and Me and I made my way to the gluten-free baked goods I had been reading about. After a few moments I settled on a flourless Lindt chocolate cake with a tantalising crust giving way to a mousse texture to one amazing cake. Such a sinfully delicious taste with a dollop of cream and with a refreshing Iced Coffee for that afternoon pick-me-up.

After a stressful, if productive day it was great to sit and unwind with some amazing cake and enjoy some easy listening music and watch the people walking by. It was my first visit but I am certain to be back again soon. I also discovered that they offer Gluten-Free bread alternatives for sandwhiches and rolls. They have an amazing breakfast menu and lunch menu, both which feature some of my favourite foods including slow roasted pork belly, ricotta, chipolatas and the breakfast menu runs until the store closes at 5pm. Perfect for those who like a late breakfast like I do.

Lee and Me,
Cafe, Fashion and Lifestyle
75 Crown St Wollongong
NSW 2500 Australia

please ask the staff if you have dietary requirements and they will do their best to accommodate your needs. 10% surcharge on public holidays. No smoking. BYO wine only with corkage at $2.50 per person. Cakeage $1.0 per person. There is a toilet upstairs in the boutique which carries the latest fashions including the very popular Nudie jeans.

Make sure to check their blog for special offers and new products. If you are an artist Lee and Me are offering $250 in summer threads, looking for the best photos to launch their look for summer10. For more information visit their blog entry dated August 18th, 2009 for details.

Lee and Me
Cafe, Fashion and Lifestyle

opening hours - weekdays 7am - 5pm
weekends 8am - 4pm

87 Crown Street Wollongong 2500

phone: 02 42440695
email: leeandme[at]optusnet.com.au

www.leeandme.com.au/

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Illawarra Food Reviews by Vanessa Pike-Russell

http://illawarrafoodreviews.blogspot.com/2009/08/illawarra-food-reviews-lee-and-me.html

About Illawarra Food Reviews

Food photography became an interest when I moved to Tasmania (2000 - 2002) and I wanted to share some of my gastronomic journey with friends and family, and my online international foodie friends. When I came back to the Illawarra (South of Sydney, Australia) I continued with a food blog featuring local restaurants and food stores in the illawarra region and outside of the Illawarra during my travels to Queensland, Tasmania and regular visits to Sydney.

Food is something that is accessible, universal and challenging to photograph. I strive to achieve that 'I want to lick the screen' effect.
If I am enjoying a wonderful meal that is presented in an artful way, taking a photograph makes that moment last longer. Sharing it with others and promoting the many wonderful local restaurants is something I enjoy. By my photography I wish to communicate my
appreciation of good food in good locations.

Photography is an important part of my life. Ever since I can remember I have loved capturing precious moments. My earliest photographs were portraits of friends and family. I enjoy freezing a moment in time, capturing images that are fun and full of expression.

I have a red bubble store, a stock photo account with fotolia and a profile on gekko images. I support non profit education and culture based organisations such as Picture Australia and the Powerhouse museum.

I am available for local photoshoots and for product photography. I would love to be invited to a restaurant launch, celebration of a new seasonal menu or promotions. Please contact me if you would like some feedback on a product of if you need your menu photographed for a website. If your business doesn't have a website please contact me. My packages including photography start at $250 for an extensive site powered by the content management system Joomla and customised templates. Alternatively, I will work for food :)

I use Adobe Photoshop Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop CS3 to edit my images, upload to Flickr and oublish to this food blog and Foodbuzz.

I thank you for visiting and hope that you will vote for me on Foodbuzz, have a look at the books on my bookshelf and take the time to enjoy your local food suppliers. By local, think global.

[ Map of the Illawarra, Sydney's South Coast ]

Chocolate shops of the Illawarra

The Chocolate Shop: Berry
Unit 1, 70 Albert St, Berry, NSW, 2535
Phone Number: (02) 44643318

The Treat Factory
Old Creamery Lane, Berry
(02) 44641112
http://www.treatfactory.com.au

Illawarra butchers, delicatessens and fresh produce

BUTCHERS

Superior Meats on Addison
26 Addison Street,
Shellharbour Village,
02 42977162

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DELICATESSENS

Aga Deli
Address:
Keira Street
Wollongong, NSW, 2500
Telephone: 02 4225 3109

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Gerringong Deli Cafe
Proprietor: John & Somprom Svinos
Tel: (02) 4234 1035
Experience fabulous food, fast friendly service al fresco in the warm sunshine or inside amidst the beautifully timbered ambience of earlier times - Pasta - Fresh Salads - Focaccias - Coffee - Large range of home made cakes and deserts 133 Fern Street Gerringong Illawarra South Coast New South Wales NSW Australia

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Keiraville Gourmet Deli

Shop 4/ 207 Gipps St, Keiraville
NSW 2500 Australia
Phone: (02) 4227 2281

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Oscar's
200 Cowper St,
Warrawong.
TEL: 42743080
Open Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm; Sat, 8am-1pm
Photo: Sahlan Hayes

More information

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Pianosa Deli
Phone: (02) 4267 1569
Shop 14
284 Lawrence Hargrave Drive
THIRROUL NSW 2515

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FRESH PRODUCE

Illawarra Fresh Produce

Illawarra Fresh Produce Wholesalers deliver the freshest fruit and vegetables from our wholesale warehouse in Wollongong NSW direct to your door. We have been supplying chain stores and retailers for many years, with all our experience and expertise we can guarantee you will receive the Class One Quality you expect with prices that you can be happy with.

FREE DELIVERY on orders over $20.00*
We deliver to the Wollongong, Fairymeadow, Towradgi and Corrimal areas on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday.
We deliver to the Wollongong, Coniston, Figtree, Port Kembla & Warrawong areas on Thursday, Friday & Saturday.

• Eggs
• Fresh Herbs
• Fruit
• Juice
• Oils
• Pasta/Salad Prepared
• Vegetables

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Fudge makers of the illawarra

Fudge For Fundraising

(02) 4423 2587

5 McIntyre Way
Bomaderry NSW 2541
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Fudge Cottage & Sweet Delights

(02) 4455 1152

Shp 5/ 107 Princes Hwy
Milton NSW 2538
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Gran's Fudge

(02) 4423 2648

5 McIntyre Way
Bomaderry NSW 2541
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Mogo Fudge

1300 383 437

50 Princes Hwy
Mogo NSW 2536
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Mogo Fudge & Ice Cream

(02) 4474 3389

Princes Hwy
Mogo NSW 2536

Kangaroo Valley Fudge House

(02) 4465 1375

158 Moss Vale Rd
Kangaroo Valley NSW 2577
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Lolly Shops of the Illawarra

Lolly Shack
Princes Hwy
Albion Park Rail NSW 2527
(02) 4257 75112/ 243

Lolly Shop
Jindyandy Mill
(02) 44470258

Crown Thai - Musman Curry

To celebrate the birth of my nephew my husband and I had lunch at Crown Thai.
We ordered our favourite - the Crying Tiger with glass of wine $9.50 and a musman curry with tender beef and potatoes ($8.50)

The beef was so tender it just melted in the mouth. The curry was flavoursome with potatoes and peanuts cooked to perfection. A wonderful lunchtime meal that leaves you feeling satisfied.

Crown Thai Restaurant,
Globe Lane (near Myers back entrance), Wollongong NSW 2500
Phone: 02) 4227 1177 Fax: (02) 4227 1766

Satay House, Wollongong

Back in March I visited Satay House, a small restaurant located off Wollongong's Crown Street Mall in a side street near Camera House. I am a big fan of Satay food and I was not disappointed. I ordered the Satay King Prawns ($8.50), Curry Beef with rice ($6.50) and some green tea.


Satay King Prawns


Curry Beef with rice


A pot of Green Tea


Pouring the tea



Satay House, 121 Crown Street Wollongong
(Laneway next to Wollongong Camera House)
NSW 2500 Australia