

The Share Plate Guide to... Wollongong Small Bars
As Wollongong moves to become a post-industrial creative hub, a new wave of small bars has changed the landscape - opening the city up to a new generation who prefer more intimate venues and curated selections.


The Share Plate Guide to... Wollongong and Illawarra Pizzas
We’re obsessed with pizza. Luckily, the Illawarra has a lot to offer. With Wollongong at the centre, there are plenty of...


The Share Plate Guide to... Illawarra Beers and Spirits
Food and drink around the Illawarra has boomed in the last couple of years. There are more than a few examples of entrepreneurial locals tapping into the desire for delicious new beers and spirits. So let’s share the love for people creating a cultural shift around Wollongong, Gerringong and the Coal Coast.
One family, two restaurants. The Giulanis have been sharing their Italian heritage with Illawarra diners both through warm, intimate atmospheres for over 40 years. Both in Balgownie with Il Nido and in Thirroul with Cin Cin, they have cultivated a loyal customer base by focusing on soulful home style cooking.