Sure Travel Journey Vol 3.4 Spring 2017 | Page 42

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At Icebergs, an ocean-fed lap pool known for its icy
winter swims in the southern end of Bondi, tourists
watch from the deck, contemplating the ferocious ocean spray.
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creation story) in a way that is arresting
and informative.
BEACHES ALL DAY | NATURE
Legendary tour guide and elder, Aunt Mary
lived and fished here for hundreds of
years before being virtually wiped out
by the European settlers. Elder Margret
Campbell from Dreamtime Southern X
guides visitors on a walkabout around
The Rocks, pointing out significant
plants and natural materials like ochre,
shell middens and rock art. A powerful
orator, she weaves the history of her
people and their dreamtime beliefs (or
42 // MAKE MEMORIES FOR LIFE
From The Rocks catch a bus to Bondi
Beach, not just for the promise of
sweeping latte-coloured sandy beaches,
but for the brisk walk and scenic
landscape that unfolds on the way to
nearby Bronte Beach.
First, fuel up at Speedo’s Cafe – a
cheeky name, if ever there was one
(speedos and chiselled physiques are de
rigueur here). Diners sit elbow-to-elbow,
snapping photos of vibrant smoothies and
poached eggs with oozing, golden yolks.
At Icebergs, an ocean-fed lap pool
known for its icy winter swims in the
southern end of Bondi, tourists watch
from the deck, contemplating the
ferocious ocean spray.
Bronte, on the other end, is small with
rough waves, but far less crowded and a
relaxing spot to spend a morning.
And then there’s the matter of lunch –
Three Blue Ducks, hidden within the
suburbs, offers no allure of majestic views,
but a rock star chef is cooking up modern
Australian cuisine here to much acclaim.
MORE TOP SYDNEY EATS
Billy Kwong in Potts Point, by
beloved chef Kylie Kwong – for
Chinese food that incorporates
indigenous ingredients.
Boon Café in Haymarket – for fiery
Thai food, with a lovely greengrocer
inside.
Hawker for Malaysian street food
and Mamak for Malaysian roti –
both in Chinatown.
Automata in Chippendale for a
contemporary tasting menu.
Cafe Sydney – iconic, high-end
restaurant for remarkable views over
the harbour.
Spice Alley in Chippendale for
upmarket street food.
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