smithfield | For Food's Sake – A Sydney Food Blog

Candelori’s has brought the flavours of Italy to the Sydney suburb of Smithfield for over 15 years.  Since opening the doors in 1999, family owned and operated Candelori’s Ristorante e Bar has developed a loyal following due to its reputation for authentic Italian food and an unpretentious dining experience. Having recently undergone a multi-million dollar transformation under the direction of designers DS17, the restaurant is set to raise the bar on suburban dining and see a new wave of foodies gather to experience the next era for this stalwart Italian. Myself and fellow For Food’s Sake companions, Bianca and Alex, were fortunate enough to attend the recent launch party where we were treated to a dazzling night of Candelori’s hospitality. The love, passion and pride that the family has for the restaurant is evident in the care that has been taken to create an open, inviting atmosphere the minute you walk through the doors. I was impressed by just how big the restaurant is and the detail of the finishes that had been used in the fit-out. One …