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The Sydney Connection conducts weekly inner-city dining walks of Surry Hills- Darlinghurst and Potts Point.Accompanied by our Owner-Operator Maree Sheehan a well-connected local guide- our walks are aimed at visitors and Sydneysiders who want to go 'where the locals go' for inspiring food- good service and cool interiors.We offer our guests the chance to experience Sydney's fabulous small bar culture and dine at three different inner-city Sydney restaurants in one evening. If you're a local looking for a new perspective on our fine city this is the perfect experience.For visitors- it's a great opportunity if you are only spending a short time in Sydney and want to gain an understanding of our food culture and night time vibe. You can also ask your guide all your Sydney questions: our history- the demographics of the precinct- the latest real estate prices or just where to go for breakfast.Surry Hills Highlights We begin our dining walk in Surry Hills in the industrial interior of a rum distillery with its own bar. Positioned on a tree-lined street edged by cycle paths next to the latest in modern architecture juxtaposed by grand Victorian terraces dressed in filigree and greenery. With cuisines from Italy- France and the Middle East we are spoilt for choice in this part of inner-city Sydney.The main streets of this precinct are a mix of commercial and residential buildings. Elegant restored pubs stand next to on-trend cafes with street seating and restaurants with secret lush courtyards hidden out the back. Favoured by professional creatives and locals for breakfast- lunch and dinner there is always a new special or cocktail to discover. There's a relaxed vibe with fabulous fashion and interior store windows competing for our eye as we stroll down Crown Street taking in the scene.Group discounts available now - see our website for detailsCOVID Safety measuresWe are limiting our group size to 6 guestsEnjoying 3 courses instead of 4 coursesBooking separate Uber's for guests & guide for pick-upPracticing social distancing on the walk between venuesDining at restaurants that adhere to the 4 square measure rule between tablesIndulging in a sit-down dessert - with sparkling - instead of lining-up for gelato (sorry Riva Reno & Messina - we will be back!)Giving a complimentary bottle of Sydney Distillery sanistiser to each guest on arrivalPlus of course we are packing masks in case you forgot yours!

Written and performed by Drew FairleyIn the shallowest hour of the night a faint outline appears. The ghost populi. They outnumber us. They watch us fret and obsess. But tonight- they strike up the band. Your chair has been dusted off. Your glass polished. Your lights dim. Let the music awaken in your ears and drink up the spirits. Drumroll... Welcome. Ghost Salon is a lush evening of hilarious and haunting cabaret. A luminous view into those who've been left in the dark. Part seance- part confessional- part spectral hooley. All welcome- dead or alive.About the artistMost recently Drew was an artistic associate for Strut N Fret production company and was absurdly trapped on a P&O cruise during the early months of the pandemic. He wrote Actual Cabin Actual Fever- an IGTV series during his ill-fated oceanic adventure. Before all this he was the artistic associate for A Midnight Visit in Melbourne. Before that he performed in Romance- a thwarts and all cabaret- for the Flying Nun- Larry's Odyssey by Vashti Hughes- directed by James Winter. He performed with ERTH visual and physical theatre company in their national tour of The Prehistoric Aquarium- directed by Scott Wright. The Kids Cafe at the Sydney Opera House. Deathtrap at the Darlinghurst Theatre- directed by Jo Turner and Jack and the Beanstalk- Directed by Chira Guidi for the Adelaide festival. He has also written for Accolade Events Company in the reimagined Sovereign Hill light and sound spectacular. Previously- Drew worked with Lisa Chappell as director of Bad Day Insurance. As dramaturge on Here- a Verbatim Theatre piece through Warringah council- directed by Kristine-Landon Smith- Tamasha Theatre Co UK. Version 1.0 in The Major Minor Party- as an actor devisor- Terripin Puppet Theatre Company as a writer of Pip and Pooch. Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre as a writer-director on their new musical - Oh My God I've Been Kidnapped and I Hate what I'm Wearing. Purse of the Mummy for Marguerite Pepper Productions and the Casula Arts Centre. What we are doing to ensure you are COVIDSafe at The Flying NunCapping our audience at 25 people per show. Ensuring that artists and staff are well before they start work. Sanitising all furniture and touchpoints prior to each opening. Closing our foyer bar and offering table service. Reconfiguring our venue to manage physical distancing. Ensuring a 3m distance between stage and the audience.

This adventure is a combination of a walking tour- self-discovery and a learning experience.OverviewThis is a fun and adventurous way to learn how to take creative photographs with your smartphone while exploring Coogee Beach east of Sydney. During this three-hour workshop- we will head out to Coogee Beach and its surrounds to photograph surf- water- rocks- architecture and anything else that inspires you! The workshop is suitable for all skill levels- all ages- and any type of smartphone. What we doGive you some creative photography fundamentalsTeach you how to improve your phone handling skills when taking photographsShow you some creative composition techniques and tips used by professional photographersPoint you to our favourite phone apps for expanding your photo-taking and editing of your photos What you will needA smartphoneA basic tripod and phone tripod mount (one of each can be provided if requested)A basic level of fitness as we will be walking for most of the workshopA water bottleTime & placeThe workshop starts at 4.30 pm sharp. Please arrive 15 mins before the workshop beginsMeet at Coogee Bite Cafe- 126a Beach St- Coogee NSW 2034Cost: $60COVID-SAFECovid-safe guidelines: For your safety- we will carry hand-sanitiser and practice safe distancing.

These old neighbourhoods are bursting with stories and hidden gems.On this walk you'll:Learn why there are so many pubs in this part of Sydney and what a 'VIP Lounge' isDiscover the Aboriginal and early European history of the areaBe surprised by my choice for Australia's 'national dish'See why this is one of the most multicultural parts of AustraliaGain an insight into our unique sense of humour andFind out some Aussie slang along the wayWe'll stop for a coffee at my favourite cafe mid-way through the walk- and at the end- we finish with a glass of delicious local craft beer at one of the most unique pubs you'll find in Sydney - complete with a talking pet cockatoo!Note we walk about 3.2 km (2 miles) at a relaxed pace and a mostly flat route. We've had everyone from 3-year-olds to 80-year-olds complete the walk and it is pram-baby carriage friendly but please message us if you have any questions.This is a fun- relaxing and enjoyable way to spend your Saturday morning- discovering new parts of Sydney. Even if you've lived in Sydney your whole life- we'll show you new things and tell you stories you've never head before - that's our promise.Now with free hand sanitiser and kangaroo-sized spacing (1.5m)

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