Comments on: Conquering a Buffet 101: Buffeting like a Pro, Cafe Mix, The Rocks, Sydney

By: Harry

Harry — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 23:18:33 +0000

This hotel buffet REALLY does need a review!
Anyone going there lured by the above glowing reports and appetising visuals, will be disappointed.
Tried to contact the venue 2 times to confirm food choices and no one has replied .
I am not holding my breath and might choose the seafood buffet at the Sydney Intercontinental or the Sheraton instead, to get my “seafood fix” .

By: Howard

Howard — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 02:43:06 +0000

Hi NQN,
Maybe you should review this review – we recently had the Friday buffet there – disappointing food, not much choice, sometimes dry & tasteless, only desserts ok.
Perhaps it was worth it only when the We Love Sydney promo was on, but NOT now, it rather degrades a 4 star hotel.

By: fran

fran — Sat, 16 May 2009 06:43:57 +0000

WHERE DO YOU GET THE SYDNEY CARD

By: Not Quite Nigella

Not Quite Nigella — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 05:05:21 +0000

Hi Minyi-Ahh interesting! I hadn’t heard of that one but I like the science behind it

By: Minyi

Minyi — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 14:12:47 +0000

Hey! You should try drinking about half a glass of wine before a buffet. It helps in digestion/contraction of the intestines which allows you to put in more food. Try it! =)

By: Not Quite Nigella

Not Quite Nigella — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 14:34:16 +0000

Hi Amaya-I think a lot of us can’t resist the lure of a pretty dessert

Hi Linda-Interesting, but of course everyone has different experiences. Don’t feel that you need to apologise if you don’t like it though-I’m sure people can make up their minds for themselves based on what they read so I don’t think expressing your opinion is bursting anyone’s bubble

By: Linda

Linda — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 05:28:22 +0000

People rave about this but I am not that into it. We have been several times and each time swear not to go back. I don’t know what it is whether it’s the people that are dining there or the lack of interest by the chefs but I have sworn not to go back. The hotel itself is magnificent and Altitude is a must for any overseas visitor.
Sorry to burst your bubble people but just not my cup of tea.

By: Amaya

Amaya — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 03:27:18 +0000

Like the terrible sweet tooth I am I tend to spend my entire buffet dollars on dessert.

By: Not Quite Nigella

Not Quite Nigella — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 11:03:18 +0000

Hi Ffichiban-Yeah I think as a hungry guy, you are at a distinct advantage. Haha you and your Wagyu meat! Ah yes good tips indeed. Have you tried two buffet nights in a row for training purposes? That would be interesting!

Only just over a week to go until the offer finishes!

By: FFichiban

FFichiban — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 09:15:57 +0000

Hee hee buffets! Now this is what I am talking about ^^! Hmm I go for sheer volume and quality foods but I love meat too much so can’t pass up if tehre is good meat (which is usually not the case at a buffet luckily)

What you need to do is expand the stomach by having a huge meal the night before and only have a light brekkie and lunch before the buffet. Also as you pointed out avoid drinking water and stay away from carbs.

Since dessert has a separate stomach I try to pack a lot of that away too mmmmm ^^! I want buffet again now haha