Alec Jones

Alec is a Staff Writer at Vinyl Media and Concrete Playground, he's also one of the few Sydney resident editors who lives north of the Harbour Bridge. As such, he's proudly representing the northern beaches and north shore in writing whenever possible.

Favourite bar in Sydney: Mjølner in Redfern is probably my favourite spot, a fantastic menu and really experiential dining. I love taking people for the first time and seeing their reactions to the entire process, it never fails to entertain. Definitely get a cocktail and the chocolate bone brûlée for dessert.

News
Izy.Aki Is Taking Omakase to a Relaxed New Level on Oxford Street, Complete with Grilled Meats and Luxuriously Served Eggs

Oxford Street and omakase — it's a niche that's been filled by the minds that brought you Atelier and O Bar and Dining.

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Event
Puppy Pilates at Decathlon

Sat, 17 May, 2025
Decathlon Connect - Wynyard, Sydney

Wellness is always a little easier with a cute four-legged companion to distract you.

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Event
Blak Markets

Sun, 11 May, 2025
Dawes Point Park, The Rocks

Take Mum to browse Indigenous handmade goods and artworks, see cultural performances and take part interactive workshops.

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Event
Habanero High Tea

Sun, 11 May, 2025
Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel, Watsons Bay

This is for those mums who want something hotter than scones and cucumber sandwiches.

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Event
National Indigenous Art Fair

Sat, 5 Jul - Sun, 6 Jul 2025
Overseas Passenger Terminal, The Rocks

The sprawling celebration of First Nations art and artists is returning to the Overseas Passenger Terminal for its sixth year running.

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News
Jetstar Is Celebrating Its 21st Birthday with a LARPing Tournament — and $50,000 in Flights Are Up for Grabs

Swords at the ready: this isn't an opportunity worth staking your life on, but it could take care of your getaway plans.

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Bar
Lucille's

44 King Street, Sydney

A little sibling to nearby bar Jolene's, Lucille's is an homage to the great dive bars of the American southwest.

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Bar
Miji Bar & Grill

100 Miller Street, North Sydney

Get a taste of Tokyo's laneway izakaya culture in the heart of North Sydney.

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Event
Green Square Markets

Sat, 26 Apr, 2025
Green Square Library, Zetland

Expect fresh produce, baked goods and artisan delights in Green Square Plaza on the fourth Saturday of every month.

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News
Get the Break You Deserve with These Unique Experiences Across the Shoalhaven

It's nature vs nurture for all the unforgettable experiences awaiting you in the Shoalhaven.

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News
The Gospel of Good Service, According to Small Business Owners Who Know It Best

"How do we provide something different that doesn't have a dollar amount attached to it? That's why service matters."

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Event
Loose Lips at The Wine Bar

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025
The International, Sydney

Enjoy unlimited tastings of 100 wines, genre-defying pizza and chats with fellow wine lovers this Easter Saturday.

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Event
Botanica Gin and Spirits Journey

Thu, 8 May - Sun, 11 May 2025
The Coal Loader Centre for Sustainability, Waverton

Tour the sensory depths of Australian boutique distillers and the native ingredients that they all share.

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News
Sweet Treat Alert: Humble Bakery's Hot Cross Buns Are Back by the Pack — and with Ice Cream — for 2025

If you've always wanted to try hot cross buns and ice cream together, you've only got until the end of the Easter long weekend.

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News
Five Things to Know Before Seeing the Sydney Symphony Orchestra Perform 'Toy Story' in Concert

Pixar's original film like you've never heard it before.

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Event
'Toy Story' in Concert

Wed, 16 Jul - Sat, 19 Jul 2025
Sydney Opera House, Sydney

Relive Pixar's original film and its beloved soundtrack performed live in concert by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.

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Cafe
Good Measure

193 Lygon Street, Carlton

The best cafes moonlight as cocktail bars.

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Restaurant
Lucy Liu Kitchen and Bar

23 Oliver Lane, Melbourne

A laneway favourite that's been dishing out drunken chicken, banquet menus and international drinks for over a decade.

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Bar
KURA - Robata & Sake

30 Lygon Street, Brunswick East

Top-shelf sake and izakaya are the name of the game at this Brunswick mainstay.

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News
Now Open: Eat Ozzo Is the New Pyrmont Sandwich Spot That's Dishing Out Doughy Neopolitan Delights

As you'll find out with a visit here, you can make all kinds of sandwiches with fermented Neopolitan bread.

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