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
Now Open: Kolkata Social Has Brought Bengali Flavours and Treasured Family Recipes to King Street

Get a taste of "intentionally Indian" home cooking at the latest venture from Sydney's Plate It Forward venue group.

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Restaurant
Ennui

461 Pitt Street, Haymarket

This well-hidden French wine and diner bar inspires anything but a feeling of ennui.

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Restaurant
Ito Restaurant

413-415 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Get a taste of Italian and Japanese hybrid dishes at this two-storey Crown Street izakaya.

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Restaurant
Genzo

168 Walker Street, North Sydney

Find a taste of Tokyo tucked away in this Walker Street joint just north of the bridge.

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Bar
Bar Bellamy

164 Rathdowne Street, Carlton

A constantly shifting bistro menu meets damn fine martinis in the heart of Carlton.

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Restaurant
Izakaya by Tamura

343 Smith Street, Fitzroy

The best extension of a standout saké bar? Not one but two floors of izakaya around it.

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Event
Sydney Royal Easter Show

Fri, 11 Apr - Tue, 22 Apr 2025
Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park

Sydney's most beloved autumn event is back and bigger than ever.

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News
Now Open: Messina's Marrickville HQ Is the New Home of Shadow Baking, Plus an All-New Food and Wine Bar

These Messinaverse shifts have made the HQ space a paradise of gelato-themed delights.

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Event
Slow Sundays: The Crafternoon Edition

Sun, 30 Mar, 2025
Since I Left You, Sydney

Don't waste away Sunday at home — visit SILY for an afternoon of crafting stations, laidback tunes and a complimentary cocktail.

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Event
National Tiramisu Day Specials at Bar Infinita

Thu, 20 Mar - Fri, 21 Mar 2025
Bar Infinita, Gordon

The Italian darling of Sydney's North Shore is offering tiramisu-centric specials to celebrate its birthday.

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News
Great Southern Nights Is Taking Over Sydney with Two Weeks of Live Gigs

The Harbour City will be home to the hottest festival lineup this side of the Great Dividing Range.

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News
Get Your Gig Fix in Newcastle with These Great Southern Nights Events

Great Southern Nights is bringing the party to Newcastle this autumn.

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Event
The Unbound Art Show 2025: 'Horizons of Hope'

Thu, 20 Mar, 2025
Cell Block Theatre, National Art School, Darlinghurst

Buy a local artwork for a good cause at this one-night-only charity art show.

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Great Southern Nights: Central Coast

Fri, 21 Mar - Sun, 6 Apr 2025
Various Central Coast locations, Central Coast

Some of the biggest acts in a statewide festival are set to hit the Central Coast.

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Alive Plant Based Festival

Sat, 8 Mar, 2025
Leagues Club Park, Gosford

Celebrate all the wonder of plant-based potential at this one-day-only event.

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Girrakool Blues Fest

Fri, 28 Feb - Sun, 2 Mar 2025
Memorial Park, The Entrance

A whole weekend of blues is about to hit the Central Coast.

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Eight Lesser-Known Dishes You Need to Try on a Tour of Japan

Forget sushi or ramen, these local specialties showcase what makes Japanese food truly great.

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Hyundai Australia Boardriders Battle Series 12 Grand Final Presented by NRMA Insurance

Sat, 12 Apr - Sun, 13 Apr 2025
Burleigh Hill, Burleigh Heads

The annual club surfing championship returns to the Gold Coast.

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Section 8 Birthday Beach Party

Mon, 24 Feb - Sun, 2 Mar 2025
Section 8, Melbourne

The return of a cult classic Melbourne laneway party to celebrate a very special occasion.

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Get Ready to Rock Out in Wollongong with This Lineup of Great Southern Nights Gigs

Do the 'gong justice when you swing by for Great Southern Nights.

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