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From breakfast to Sri Lankan bistro nights at Gia Cafe & Bistro, Leura

By | December 20, 2025

Gia Cafe & Bistro brings Sri Lankan flavours into the centre of Leura in a way that fits the Blue Mountains rhythm of breakfast crowds, slow lunches and early dinners. ​ Location and setting You find Gia at the lower end of Leura Mall, on the corner of Megalong Street, a short walk from the… Read More »

Why Spikes Bistro deserves a place in your Blue Mountains plans

By | December 20, 2025

Spikes Bistro sits inside Blackheath Golf and Community Club on Brightlands Avenue, with views across one of the more attractive courses in the upper Blue Mountains. You look out over fairways, pines, and rhododendrons rather than a main street or highway. The setting suits visitors who want a relaxed meal close to town, with a… Read More »

Gyro – The Blue Mountains In Your Pocket

By | November 30, 2025

Meet ‘Gyro – the Blue Mountains In Your Pocket’ Gyro is here to change the way people experience the Blue Mountains, and it’s doing it with local heart and world‑class technology. Created by Ask Roz Blue Mountains, Australia’s most awarded visitor information service, and supercharged through a partnership with Google, Gyro delivers faster, smarter and… 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 »

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 »

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 »

Discover the Blue Mountains: EV Traveler’s Charge Up and Explore

By | December 4, 2024

Electric vehicle (EV) owners can now explore the stunning Blue Mountains without the worry of ‘range anxiety,’ thanks to over 50 chargers available at more than 25 locations from Glenbrook to Mount Victoria. Charging Options Abound The region offers a variety of charging options: Hotel and Guesthouse Chargers: Many accommodations provide exclusive charging for their… Read More »