Why We Love Darlinghurst And Surry Hills

Throughout Sydney there are many events, shopping destinations, dining and entertainment experiences that the team at the City Hub adore, two of our favourite suburbs to explore though are Darlinghurst and Surry Hills. So with this in mind we have decided to pinpoint for you the reader some of the hot spots to explore.

Entertainment

• Venue505: Established by Kerri Glasscock and Cameron Undy, Venue505 was developed as an artist run performance/workshop space for Sydney based musicians and theatrical performers. In the coming weeks they have some phenomenal acts such as, Lily Dior, Arrebato, Ann Vriend and Chasing Giants set to take to their stage.

280 Cleveland St, Surry Hills. Info: www.venue505.com

• Sport For Jove: Founded in 2009 Sport For Jove Theatre Company is committed to nurturing and challenging young artists – actors, directors, playwrights, designers and technicians. They do this by creating works ranging from classical Greek tragedies to Shakespeare and finally modern classics. The company is also committed to providing an affordable yet impressive theatre experience for audiences. Coming up Sport For Jove will be hosting performances of Moby Dick and a world premiere of Ear To The Edge Of Time.

8 Marlborough St, Surry Hills. Info: www.sportforjove.com.au

• Sydney Jewish Museum: The Museum’s timeline invites you to explore Jewish history from its Biblical origin in the Ancient Near East to the thriving community here in Australia. The world-class museum challenges visitors’ perceptions of democracy, morality, social justice and human rights and places the Holocaust in its historical and contemporary context. An afternoon at the Sydney Jewish Museum is both enlightening, emotional and well worth a visit for any Sydneysider especially as they commemorate their 25 year birthday..

148 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst. $9-$32. Info: www.sydneyjewishmuseum.com.au

Events

• Mardi Gras: With 40 incredible years of passion, pride and protest, Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade has grown to a bustling extravaganza that brings Sydney to a standstill, and shines a light on the issues affecting LGBTQI people around the world. Festivities kick-off this week with Fair Day which every year sees a melting pot of 70,000 smiling faces gather together in the park to celebrate not only the beginning of Mardi Gras, but also the power and beauty of diversity.

Info: www.mardigras.org.au

• Little Black Dress Run: The Sydney Frontrunners’ annual fundraiser for Twenty10. This year it’s the Little Black Dress or Tux run in black or white for a wedding theme. The event is back at its traditional home, Centennial Park. A family friendly event for everyone. Frock up in your best LBD or T or any old haute couture to help a great cause.

Feb 25. Centennial Park. Info: www.mardigras.org.au

Shopping

• Hay Sydney: Believe that high class design doesn’t have to come at a prohibitory high price. Similar to the flagship store in Copenhagen, the Sydney location features an open-plan layout spread over two floors. The ground floor offers accessories, from lighting and textiles, to stationery and glassware.The Hay aesthetic is joyful, uncomplicated and colourful, something you’ll notice from the moment you set foot in the store.

8/285A Crown St, Surry Hills. Info: www.hayshop.com.au

• Dellis Furniture: Are a Sydney-based privately owned company who have been selling home furnishings for 40 years. As you browse the collection you will find beautiful, thoughtful designs and offerings meant to help you create your ideal home. You will find natural materials, both from Australian manufacturers and from international artisans who the company works with one-on-one.

656 Crown St, Surry Hills. Info: www.dellisfurniture.com

Dining

• Buster Brown Cafe And French Bistro: Featuring a menu curated by French chef Dominique Descat the Buster Brown Cafe And French Bistro is designed to give diners a vibrant atmosphere alongside their excellent coffer and classic homage food with a French twist.

2/265 Crown St, Surry Hills. Info: www.busterbrown.com.au

• Surlys American BBQ, Burgers & Beer: Everybody’s favourite all-American BBQ Restaurant, opened in 2015, offering Sydney an authentic slice of Nashville. Located in the beating heart of Surry Hills, this dive bar is a well-needed escape from the daily grind; where big kids go to play, and the food makes them stay. Surly’s serves up soul food from the Ole Hickory, a famous commercial fire-box smoker flown in straight from Missouri. Hearty plates of ribs, beef brisket, chicken thigh and pulled pork – smoked in-house over wood.

182 Campbell St, Surry Hills. Info: www.parlourgroup.com.au/surlys

• Mohr Fish: Established 23 years ago this humble Eat In and Take Out Fish restaurant, located in the heart of Surry Hills. Standing tall and proud Mohr Fish has been offering a wonderful variety of seafood served up at its freshest, tastiest and simplest, like a home cooked meal when you don’t feel like cooking.

202 Devonshire St, Surry Hills. Info: www.mohrfish.com.au

Miscellaneous

• Bobby Goldsmith Foundation (BGF): Founded in 1984 BGF is Australia’s longest-running HIV charity.  BGF provides direct financial and practical assistance, emotional support, financial counselling, housing, study and employment support to the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people living with HIV in New South Wales. If you’re able to support this wonderful group we urge you to do so.

111-117 Devonshire St, Surry Hills. Info: www.bgf.org.au

• Vision Personal Training Darlinghurst: Will help you reach your individual fitness or weight loss goals – the fast, friendly and fun way! Vision Personal Training is unlike any other fitness studio – so go and experience the Vision Personal Training difference today.

31/121/129 William St, Darlinghurst. Info: www.visionpt.com.au/studios/darlinghurst