Bloom The Healthy Food Co Mosman

Owned by The Healthy Food Co. - the same group who run Nourished in Avalon, Bloom’s philosophy is ‘Life’s Short. Stay Healthy For It.’. They also don’t believe in sacrificing flavour for health. At Bloom, even your taste buds are looked after as an essential part of the body.

Located on Prince Albert Street in Mosman, Bloom's menu changes with every season. This means that you're getting the freshest local produce that can be found all year round. With a focus on using organic and biodynamic ingredients, you don’t have to worry about choosing what is good for you - it all is. For those of us who require a gluten free lifestyle, don’t worry - there are plenty of options. The staff here also quite knowledgeable. The menu is clearly marked with organic, wheat free, gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian and vegan; but if you’re ever in doubt - the staff are always happy to answer questions, and will always err on the side of caution if they're unsure.



As someone who has been there multiple times, I can very happily recommend both the gluten free Flourless Orange Cake, as well as the gluten free Chocolate and Walnut Brownie. Both are moist and rich with flavour, and you are given the choice of vanilla ice cream or yogurt to have with it. For the latter, only the yoghurt is gluten free, but is creamy enough to pass as ice cream. Normally I am an avid fan of anything chocolate, but if forced to choose between the two, I’d go for the orange cake. It’s much better than those flourless orange friands that you get at most cafes.



Bloom serves breakfast, lunch and all day snacks. Although I’m yet to try any of the lunch offerings, I’ve had a sneaky peek at what other diners have been eating, and the Spicy Bean and Corn Nachos are right at the top of my list. For those in a hurry, there are a number of delicious goodies in the glass case that can be bought as take-away items - including fruit salads, gluten free wraps and organic frittatas.



If you’d rather just pop in for a quick (or lazy) drink, Bloom also offers freshly squeezed juices, smoothies, iced drinks and a huge array of teas. I can recommend the iced chai tea - something I’ve not seen elsewhere, and have become slightly addicted to. The taste is like a creamy ginger ale, and it’s oh-so refreshing on a hot day.



Parking at Bloom is not too easy, as it’s on a fairly busy road; however, there is a bus stop right out the front for those who take public transport. Otherwise, try the Raglan Street East or West car parks. Both have two-hour limits, which is plenty of time for lunch and a browse of the nearby shops.



If ambience is important to you when you dine, you won’t find Bloom lacking in this department either. Decorated in a rustic style, with timber furniture and white and pale blue trimmings; it does give you just the relaxed sort of vibe you want - all for taking your time over a cuppa and a snack. You’ll find the occasional writer plugging away at their computer, as well as an abundance of people on their way to or from the gym - and often an assortment of dogs seated with their owners outside - with their own water bowls to drink from. Best of all, if you’re lucky enough to be there in a quiet moment - you might be treated to the sight of one of their staff members juggling green apples.



Bloom has become one of my regular haunts, but you don’t need to take my word for how good it is. Just go past at any time of day, and you’ll see a number of people both inside and out. It seems that the ethos of healthy yet tasty eating has hit home with the locals, and has earned Bloom a spot on many peoples ‘regulars’ list.



Rating: 9/10

Where: 118 Prince Albert Street Mosman NSW
Why: Because you can eat anything on the menu and know you're being healthy.
Cost: Ranges from $3.50 for a snack or coffee to $20 for a full meal, with many meals ranging between $12-$16.
When: Skip the morning crowds and go for a snack or lunch.

Good for kids: Yes. There are a couple of high chairs available for the really young ones, and there is a separate kids menu.
Take away: Yes.

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