In recent years, Sydney has undergone a breathtaking expansion that has transformed it into one of the most prosperous and diverse cities in the world. The natural beauty of Sydney’s large bay, often considered the most beautiful in the world, is the spectacular backdrop for a city with a population drawn from over 100 different countries. Nowhere is this richness and diversity reflected more than in the range of dining experiences the city offers. This handy little guide, easy to use and attractively designed with excellent recipes and color photographs interspersed throughout, gives tourists a glimpse inside several of Sydney’s most fashionable restaurants, bars, and caf?s.

Cynthia Reschke is an editor and designer based in Barcelona. Last year, she edited Rome Houses (3-8238-4564-0) and Cool Restaurants New York (3-8238-4571-3) for teNeues.

• An easy-to-use guide to Sydney’s most fashionable restaurants, bars, and caf?s
• Attractively designed with excellent recipes and color photographs interspersed throughout