Luring sweet-toothed foodies off Newtown’s main drag

Popular plate: The ginger ninja is a tougher version of the traditional gingerbread man, fitted out with a coat of dark chocolate and a menacing glare.

Christopher Thé's eclectic pastry shop is one of Newtown's worst kept secrets. Tucked off bustling King Street, it draws a diverse crowd into its pressed metal interior day after day.

Grab one of the tiny footpath tables and chomp into an Earl Grey macaron, quiche Lorraine or bread and butter pudding topped with crème anglais. The savory menu is equally divine - try the braised lamb shank, red wine and vegetable pie. Even if you're stuffed, take a treat to go; you'll thank yourself later.