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Gyro – The Blue Mountains In Your Pocket

By | October 13, 2025

Meet ‘Gyro – the Blue Mountains In Your Pocket’ Coming 1st November 2025, experience the Blue Mountains like never before with the launch of Gyro – a new standard in digital exploration for both locals and visitors. Exclusive to Ask Roz, Gyro brings the region’s wonders straight to your fingertips, delivering responsive search and real-time,… Read More »

Who makes the best Fish & Chips in the greater Blue Mountains in 2025

By | September 9, 2025

WE HAVE A WINNER for “Who has the best fish and chips” in the greater Blue Mountains in 2025. There were 2,321 votes, and the clear winner was:- 1. Cattlefish Katoomba 2. Blue Mountains Seafood 3. Wentworth Falls Takeaway CONGRATULATIONS CATTLEFISH👏👏👏 A big thank you to everyone who voted. Now we all have an excuse… Read More »

BUSINESS PROFILE – Gia Café & Bistro

By | August 19, 2025

Gia Café & Bistro in Leura offers a distinctive dining experience that fuses European classics with the bold flavours of Sri Lanka. Chef Chathun Perera, drawing on his extensive international background – including roles in luxury hotels and kitchens worldwide – crafts a menu that balances familiar comfort with exotic influences. During breakfast and lunch,… Read More »

Unplug and Unwind: Discovering Serenity at The Nile Off Grid Family Farm

By | August 21, 2025

By Michael Connolly  Tucked away in a side valley of the magnificent Capertee Valley (reported to be the 2nd widest valley in the world) North of the Blue Mountains is the upper Nile and located there is “The Nile Off Grid family farm“, which as the name implies is an oasis to escape modern life… Read More »

Exploring Katoomba’s best locations by bus for less

By | March 8, 2025

If you’re looking for a great way to move around some key spots in Katoomba, the 686 and 686G buses are a great alternative and are far cheaper than some visitor paid bus options. The 686 and 686G bus services make it easier than ever for visitors and locals alike to experience it all. Operated… Read More »

2025 Blue Mountains’ Best Cafe WINNERS

By | March 9, 2025

ANNOUNCING THE BEST CAFES IN THE BLUE MOUNTAINS FOR 2025! Ask Roz Blue Mountains is excited to announce the winners of our “Best Cafes in the Blue Mountains awards for 2025“. With 93 nominations and over 7,000 votes cast, the competition was fierce, and we saw some changes from last year’s results. Thank you to… Read More »

Megalong Valley Tearooms – Blue Mountains Cafe of the Year 2024 & 2025

By | February 18, 2025

In 2024 and 2025 Ask Roz Blue Mountains asked its followers to first nominate their favourite cafes. That list of 93 nominations was then put out for followers to vote for their favourite. In 2025 there was over 7,000 votes recorded with the Megalong Valley Tearooms voted the most popular for the 2nd year in… Read More »

Best Cafes in the Greater Blue Mountains

By | February 9, 2025

Nestled amidst the majestic eucalyptus trees and stunning waterfalls of Australia‘s Blue Mountains, you’ll find a delightful selection of cafes that are nothing short of spectacular. Here, both locals and tourists can immerse themselves in a vibrant café culture, where each venue offers its own special blend of flavours and atmosphere. Whether you’re here for… Read More »

Discovering Native Wildlife in the Blue Mountains

By | December 18, 2024

As I stepped off the train in Katoomba, the crisp mountain air filled my lungs, and I knew I was in for an unforgettable wildlife adventure. The Blue Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is not just about stunning vistas and sandstone cliffs; it’s a sanctuary for diverse Australian fauna. Let me take you on… Read More »