Both of my children are Vegan, which often means we have less that exciting experiences when we go out to lunch. Quite often the Vegan option is a plate of boring salad. (And I DO mean boring, some boiled quinoa and a chopped tomato was a standout example.)

I have been to Ungaro with the family twice now. The first time was so so, I honestly don't remember what I ate, but the juice was nice, and the coffee was good.

Today, I was completely blown away by the Quesadilla. The flavours were beautifully balanced, and the outside was gorgeously crispy, it was also a hugely generous serving, and I wish I had taken the half I could not eat home with me, instead of letting the boys finish it off, as I am sitting here hankering for another bite of it!

Today's juice was not as nice as the previous one, as it came with a great deal of foam on the top that tasted rather poorly of apple peel.

One son had the tofu and vegie stir fry, which he wolfed down so quickly, I did not even get a look at it, but he said it was excellent, and the burritos the rest of the table ordered were huge, and pleasant enough from all reports.

The service is friendly and easy going. They also sell a range of organic wines and ciders if you fancy something stronger, and host open mic evenings fairly regularly.

Will definitely be going back.

Approximate cost: $10-$18.00

Very friendly and helpful team of Butchers. They have a large range of ready for the oven items, which is fantastic if you are a busy working Mum.

I am a fan of the marinated spatchcock, one of which will feed my husband and myself adequately, but if you are a big eater, you might want a whole one to yourself.

Last Xmas I ordered a Goose from them, a bird I had never before cooked. It was meltingly tender, and made for a big "Wow" factor on Xmas day.

Worth going out of your way for, these guys.

We eat out fairly frequently, and like to try a range of Sydney's Fine Dining restaurants. I honestly could not fault a single morsel! (Well, actually, I could, in that The Pork Belly was too fatty for me, but I always find Pork Belly fatty, and my incredulous husband ate mine, telling me I was crazy.)

DO try the Rice Crackers. The name does not do them justice.
The Three Cheese Marshmallow experience stayed with me for days. A little savoury puff of deliciousness.

Grilled Moreton Bay Bug with Spaghettini was so delicious and elegant, I am drooling just thinking about it.

Make this one of your must trys.

I came in with a dreadful cut and colour (Long story.) I was asked lots of questions, and we discussed what did and didn't work for me. The colour was corrected, and some vibrant highlights put in, and the cut I was given was one of the best I have had in a long time. I booked my next appointment then and there.