Street Talk.

Foodies.Issue 1, September 2014.

A student guide to your campus, your city and abroad..

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Sifters - Cafe and Bar. Sandwiched between a big brick building and a back alley a new gem has been planted in the heart of Wol-longong CBD. Recycled in-dustrial wire spools, hessian pillows on crates and coffee served out of a shipping con-tainer, Sifters Café is joining the culture bandwagon that is improving our city one filtered coffee at a time. The Café sits in the car park be-hind an aged house which is so far unused, with tables and chairs spread out open to the elements, which is slightly problematic due to the copious amounts of rain we’ve experienced in the transition into spring this

year. However, let that not deter you! The trendy indus-trial feel is complemented by greenery in planter boxes and some faux grass stools. There are rumours of more developments to extend the functionality of the space, so stay tuned. With such a chilled vibe, you can hardly resist a visit. Sifters is open 7.30-4 Monday to Friday and 8-2 Saturday.

82 Market Street, Wollongong NSWwww.sifters.com.auwww.facebook.com/sifterswollongong

People:Name and Age? Matt, 21.Occupation? Part-time barista and construction manage-ment student.Where from?Grays Point, a suburb in the Sutherland Shire.Your local?Shire’s Quick Shot Cafe.Hangover cure?Quick Shot Big Breakfast and a large double shot flat white.Best meal you’ve ever had?Fetticini Carbonara, canal side in Venice.You’re home alone, what do you eat?I make a mean ommelete; ham, tomato, cheese, capsicum and the rest. Good for anytime of the day.

Name and Age? Matt, 21.Occupation? Part-time barista and construction manage-ment student.Where from?Grays Point, a suburb in the Sutherland Shire.Your local?Shire’s Quick Shot Cafe.Hangover cure?Quick Shot Big Breakfast and a large double shot flat white.Best meal you’ve ever had?Fetticini Carbonara, canal side in Venice.You’re home alone, what do you eat?I make a mean ommelete; ham, tomato, cheese, capsicum and the rest. Good for anytime of the day.

Pair & Ginger Bread Loaf:

Whether you suffer from an allergy, are caught up in the health food craze or just appreciate a deliciously creative treat, this delight is sure to tickle your fancy. Adapted in the Kitchen of a dear friend, feel the love as you get creative in your own abode. For more recipes like this and wholesome thoughts on life head over to www.daisychainsandpaper-

cranes.com and meet Meg.

*Image www.daisychainsandpapercranes.com

Pear and gingerbread loaf (no added sugar, dairy free, gluten free by adaptation)

1 cup Almond Meal1 cup Wholemeal Spelt flour1 cup Coconut flour1 tsp Baking soda3 tsp Ginger1 tsp Cinnamon

1. Preheat oven to 170°C (fan-forced – or slightly higher for conventional oven).2. Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl and mix together.3. In a separate bowl, combine the coconut oil, maple, eggs and almond milk, wisking all together until coconut oil is dissolves (at least mostly…) into the mix-ture.4. Add together the wet and dry ingredients, followed by the pear, and stir to com-bine thoroughly.NB: The mixture will be fairly thick rather than runny, so try not to over-mix to keep your loaf from turning out really heavy and dry.5. Spread the batter into a loaf tin (I used quite a large 9-inch one) lined with bak-ing paper (use a few little smears of coconut oil to help keep the lining in place). Gently spread/press the batter to the corners of the tin, and top with slices of pear for presentation.6. Bake for an hour, or until an inserted skewer comes out clean. Allow to cool before removing from the tin and removing the paper to serve.

Slice, serve and ENJOY with your favourite warm beverage!

½ tsp Salt¼ cup Coconut oil¼ cup Maple (be sure to use 100% PURE maple)4 Eggs¼ cup Almond milk1 Pear, chopped small

Travel:South America.

Thinking of destinations to head to for that next holiday?

Want some place different?

Take it from some of UOW’s own who this winter took the long journey to the other side of the world where they en-joyed the sights, vibes and culture that not only a World Cup in Brasil had to offer but also what South America has to offer.

Here’s what Peter, Dan, Karl, Nathan, Cristian, Cristian and Michael have to say.

Brazil.Cities travelled to… Rio de Janeiro, Cuiaba, Porto Alegre, Curitiba, Fortaleza, Brasilia and Sao Paolo

Food and DrinkVisit a churrascaria and experience a Brazilian barbeque. With a serving selection of some of the most delicious meats you will ever try a churrasco cooked meal is true Brazilian style. Whilst you are enjoying your churrasco enjoy some of Brazil’s best local beers in Brahma, Bohemia, Skol and Antarctica.

Christ the Redeemer statueYou can’t not go to Rio and miss out on the chance to visit the Christ the Redeem-er statue. The 30 metre tall statue which looks over Rio has become an icon of the city. A symbol of Brazilian Christianity, the view from the mountain upon which Cristo is placed provides a breathtaking view of Rio de Janeiro and a unique photo opportunity to share with your friends.

Sugarloaf MountainPlaced some 1300 ft above sea level, Pão de Açúcar, provides panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro. From the cable way to reach the mountains peak as well as the view from up top, a beautiful outlook of the marvellous city that is Rio de Janeiro is pro-vided. Take the cable car for around 62 Real to reach Sugarloaf Mountain or take on the boys’ recommendation and choose to hang glide over the mountain where you will get some breathtaking views of Rio.

Favela tourExperience another side of Rio by booking a Favela tour. With around 950 favel-as situated in Rio, accounting for 20% of its population, a favela tour will take you through a completely different aspect of life in Rio. With the numerous groups offering day or night tours a Rio favela tour is a not to be missed opportunity.

Argentina.Cities travelled to… Buenos Aires, Puerto Iguazú

Food and DrinkIn Argentina the boys say this is where you will experience the best steak you can ever have. Go to one of Buenos Aires many Parrilla’s and order the 700gram rib eye steak – you won’t be disappointed. You are going to need to wash down that steak, so enjoy with Argentina’s own Quilmes beer and maybe some of their wine on the side.

Open Roof Bus TourThe open top roof bus tour provides you with a 25 stop hop on-hop off service which gives you easy access to the sights of this metropolitan city. Other sugges-tions would be to take on the Argentina Polo Day experience. For those who enjoy sitting around drinking wine and eating this is for you but of course you’ll get the chance to play some polo.

La Bombonera All South Americans have one thing in common – a passion for football. Boca Juniors , one of South America’s biggest clubs situated in Buenos Aires. It’s famous stadium La Bombonera is a site to be seen. Even for those who aren’t football fans it is one of Buones Aires main tourist attractions, its history and awe is something to take in after all the great Diego Maradona graced this stadium on many occa-sions.

Peru.Cities travelled to… Kuzco, Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu’s base city), Puerto Maldonado

Food and DrinkIn Peru you can’t pass up the opportunity to enjoy some Alpaca meat. Most restau-rants serve Alpaca and they do it alongside mushroom sauce and mash potatoes. But you can’t enjoy it without something to help the meat slide down so do so with the local brew Cusquena or Inca Kola – Peru’s soft drink that has a resembling taste to creaming soda.

What to do in Machu PicchuTake on the 10 kilometre one day trek from the base city of Aguas Calientes or instead do the four day camping adventure which goes up to 4600ft above sea level reaching the snow peaks of the magnificent Machu Picchu. On the 10km trek the 5.30am start will get you right onto the sight of Machu Pic-chu so you can witness the beauty of the morning sunlight pouring over the icon of Inca civilisation. If you are planning to visit Machu Picchu do it with a tour group. The boys suggest to do so, why because doing it solo won’t give you the opportunity to completely appreciate its beauty. An organised tour will give you great insight on its storied history while also guiding you through the many sites of Machu Picchu rather than just you seeing a bunch of bricks.

Street Talk: “Levendi! Good location and best milkshakes.” David, 25“Probs little chimneys. Cheapest coffee, good food and if it’s sunny then plenty of spots in the sun” Jaimie, 21 “Rush 2 because my friends work there. Or used to. And Dave knows coffee best.” Sara, 21“I prefer to grab a coffee from panizi because I only grab a coffee when I break from study and is just right there. Its location helps.” Lucas, 23 “I’m going to go with rush because they don’t burn my coffee like they do at panizzi.” Peita, 20“Rush 2. The coffee is good and also because I know the baristas. How-ever favourite place to drink my coffee I get from rush is at Panizzi be-cause of the location and the view.”Kimon, 22

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