Cornersmith, our diamond in the rough

You can spot it from a mile away - must be where the cool crowd milling on the corner, sipping on lattes are.  People don't usually wait around for breakfast, so it must be good.  Amongst the cultural melting pot that is Marrickville, the newbie Cornersmith has emerged much to the delight and relief of trendy city skirt locals.


So, we jot down our name on the butchers paper and join the line as we get the sense that it will all be worth it.  A reflection of their organic ethos, the staff are friendly and unpretentious, and it's not long before we are seated and soaking up the buzzy atmosphere; perfect for our Saturday morning catch up.

Decisions, decisions!  With a mostly homemade menu focusing around local and in season produce, it's a hard choice.  We finally decide on Poached Eggs on rye toast with spicy eggplant relish ($9) with sides of Baked beets and lentils as well as Avocado and z'ataar; a dish showcasing the best of what's fresh now and you can definitely taste it.  We also couldn't go past trying the Zucchini, pear and almond loaf with honey (made in their rooftop hive!) and locally made creamy ricotta ($7) and we're so glad we did.  It was a healthy and delicious treat all in one gorgeous loaf & we desperately want this recipe!!

Diners note: adorably, Mondays are closed for pickling and they sure are talented at it.   The Spicy eggplant relish was so enjoyable that we both pick up a jar to take home ($9).  Trying more of these signature concoctions is just one excuse to come back.

The beauty of Cornersmith is the ethical and well rounded honest-to-goodness food at such affordable prices.  We say, Sydney needs more of this winning formula.

Jasi et Emmsy.Xx



Cornersmith

314 Illawarra Road
Marrickville
www.facebook.com/Cornersmith