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    Now Open: Kew Just Scored a Sleek New Cocktail Bar from the Mister Bianco Crew

    Joe Vargetto blends old-school Italian sensibilities with contemporary cool at Bianchetto.

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    Froyo Is Back: This Frozen Yoghurt Atelier Is Serving up a Revamped Take on the Sweet Treat

    Treat yourself to frozen yoghurt and gelato at Freo, the CBD's latest dessert-dedicated spot with a menu led by Lode Pies & Pastries chef.

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    The 21 Best Restaurants in Melbourne

    From high-flying fine-diners in the CBD to tried-and-true neighbourhood haunts — these are the Melbourne restaurants we'd recommend to a friend (you, dear reader).

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    Where to Find the Best Breakfast in Sydney

    Head to your local cafe, bakery, deli or bagel shop to find the best Sydney breakfasts.

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    Coming Soon: Chris Lucas Is Opening His Third Chin Chin Outpost at Geelong's GMHBA Stadium

    Even though it's set within Kardinia Park, the new Chin Chin in Geelong isn't just for sports fans.

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    Drink and Discover: Six Events Where You Can Level Up Your Learning with a Glass in Hand

    Ditch a lecture seat for a barstool at these thought-provoking yarns across Sydney.

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    Nigella Lawson Has Showered Agnes in Praise After Dining at the Acclaimed Fortitude Valley Restaurant 

    The famed British chef just brought her latest speaking tour to Brisbane, and found time to hit up one of the city's best restaurants while she was here.

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    The Hills Has Welcomed Its First Locally Owned Distillery — with Guided Tours and Friday Dumplings

    Hills Distilling Co has arrived in Rouse Hill. The only catch: you've got just three hours a week to visit the cellar door.

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    The 21 Best BYO Restaurants in Melbourne

    Head to your local bottle shop or pilfer your own wine collection before hitting these Melbourne BYO restaurants.

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    The 25 Best BYO Restaurants in Sydney for When You're on a Budget or Want to Bring Your Favourite Drop

    Head to your local bottle shop or pilfer your own wine collection before hitting these Sydney restaurants.

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    Four Pillars Has Brought Back Its Sticky Carpet Gin That Pays Boozy Tribute to the Front Bars in Pubs

    Originally inspired by St Kilda's Hotel Esplanade, this tipple is back with a new version — this time featuring Little Creatures Pale Ale in its base.

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    Taro's Queen Street Eatery Is Now a Ramen Joint by Day and a Food-Focused Izakaya at Night

    Pair sake and umeshu with special dishes that change daily, such as kingfish sashimi, grouper karaage, tuna katsu skewers and duck ramen.

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    The Magpie Is the Tiny New Retro Sports Bar Playing Matches Live and Loud on Enmore Road

    This nostalgia-tinged mini-pub has arrived in the Inner West from the team behind Earl's Juke Joint — with a new live music venue next door.

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    An Ex-Bella Brutta Head Chef Is Behind Freshwater's Inventive New BYO Pizzeria Ribelle

    You'll find cheesy slices and boundary-pushing toppings (like XO sauce and prawns) at this new Northern Beaches spot from an accomplished pizza maker.

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    Now Open: D.O.C Has Landed in St Kilda with a Heap of Exclusive Site-Only Seafood Dishes

    The new seaside site is the seventh notch in D.O.C's Italian restaurant belt.

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    From The Ace Hotel to Tio's, the Hollywood Quarter Is Hosting a Huge Gig Trail for One Night Only

    A haul of Surry Hills venues are inviting guests to come in for free live music and some rocking food and drink deals - for one night of revelry.

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    The 12 Best Omakase in Melbourne

    This multi-course Japanese dining experience has surged in popularity over the past few years — with sushi lovers fighting to get a reservation at the exclusive chef's tables.

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    The 20 Best Pubs in Melbourne

    Looking for a new local? This selection of classic Melbourne boozers and more contemporary gastropubs will suit all beer and parma enthusiasts.

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    The 20 Best Pubs in Sydney

    Looking for a new local? This selection of classic boozers and more contemporary gastropubs will suit all beer and parma enthusiasts.

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    Coming Soon: Misfits Has Taken Over the Former Baby Snakes Site in Footscray

    A trio of misfits has set up a sleek new bar in Footscray, set to champion local artists and community groups.

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    Nine Grown-Up Easter Treats to Hunt Down Around Sydney

    Have your very own adult Easter hunt this year, running around the city to find the best hot cross buns and Easter eggs.

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    Matt Whiley's Zero-Waste Cocktail Bar Re Has Closed and Will Reopen at The Norfolk Hotel in April

    The new Re will bring its sustainable cocktails to La Salut's former site on Cleveland Street next to Ricos Tacos.

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    Lune Has Brought Back Its Hot Cross Cruffins and Triple-Choc Pains au Chocolat to Make Easter Extra Tasty

    Add Lune's March specials to your Easter treat list — it's also whipping up a lamington-croissant hybrid just for the month.

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    Nine of the Best Grown-Up Easter Treats to Try in Melbourne

    Have your very own adult Easter hunt this year, running around the city to find the best hot cross buns, easter eggs, high teas and spiced cocktails.

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    The Nine Best Coffee Shops in Sydney's CBD

    Seek out these Sydney CBD coffee spots for a top-notch pre-work caffeine hit.

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    A Local's Guide to the 2024 Ramadan Night Markets

    Here's how to eat and drink your way through these annual markets like a pro — with tips from Concrete Playground's very own Lakemba local.

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    The Ten Best Coffee Shops in Melbourne's CBD

    Seek out these CBD coffee spots for a top-notch pre-work caffeine hit.

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    Ze Pickle Is Shutting Its Camp Hill Burger Joint to Focus on Its OG Burleigh Heads Eatery

    After its Fortitude Valley outpost closed in February, the burger chain's eatery in Brisbane's east will say farewell on Sunday, March 17.

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    A Bon Vivant's Guide to the Noosa Eat & Drink Festival 2024

    Savour the Sunshine State with the return of the anticipated foodie festival.

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    South Australian Brewery Pirate Life Is Opening Its First Victorian Site Right by South Melbourne Market

    This pirate life is all about craft beers, natural wines, and a huge selection of South American and Greek eats.

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    Coming Soon: Melbourne Is About to Become Home to the World's First-Ever Grey Goose Martini Bar

    Seating just 33 people, Le Martini is all about one type of cocktail — but in plenty of variations.

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    The 14 Best Cafes in Melbourne

    How does your favourite Melbourne cafe stack up against these brunch-filled, coffee-slinging, bloody mary-pouring haunts?

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    Win Tickets to a Superyacht Cocktail Cruise at Golden Hour with Basil Hayden Bourbon

    Cheers the sunset with excellent cocktails on a yacht with your friends.

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    The Donut Papi Team's New Marrickville Cafe Tita Carinderia Is a Love Letter to Homely Filipino Breakfasts

    Marrickville has just scored another standout cafe — this time with loaded Filipino breakfast plates, next-level muffins and plenty of ube-filled treats.

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    The Crew Behind Duo Duo Has Opened a CBD Outpost Dedicated to Decadent Cookies and Silky Soft Serve

    Kuki is Darling Square's new hole-in-the-wall dessert spot serving up an irresistibly indulgent dessert for when you're on the go.

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    Piccolina's Decadent Gelato-Stuffed Chocolate Eggs Are Back for Easter

    Piccolina has pimped up its Easter eggs once again this year, filling them with limited-edition gelatos and creamy ganaches.

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    The Continental Deli Team Is Shaking Things Up on Australia Street with Three New Venues

    Porteño Group will open an all-day vegetarian diner, a seafood bar and an Italian bistro, plus a trio of boutique apartments, later this year.

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    Messina's Easter 2024 Treat Is a One-Kilogram Egg Filled with Milo Gelato, Oreo Cookie Chunks and Hazelnut Caramel

    This Easter egg is made to serve six — but if you're keen to keep it to yourself, we understand.

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    Acclaimed Melbourne Chef Scott Pickett Is Coming to Brisbane to Cook Up a One-Night-Only French Dinner

    Woolloongabba's C’est Bon is hosting 'A French Affair', which will feature four snacks and four courses by Pickett and the restaurant's Andy Ashby.

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    Be Bacchus' Guest Before Hitting the Theatre and You Can Tuck Into a 'Beauty and the Beast'-Themed Rose Dessert

    Also in Rydges South Bank, Soleil Pool Bar is doing a 'Beauty and the Beast'-inspired cocktail and platter menu.

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    Now Open: Shusai Mijo Brings Sophisticated Omakase to Fitzroy's Less-Than-Formal Johnston Street

    Three Warabi alums have struck out on their own, championing Kappo-style omakase in Melbourne's inner north.

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    Two Australian Eateries Have Been Named in the Top Five Pizzerias in the Asia Pacific for 2024

    Melbourne's 48h Pizza e Gnocchi Bar and Sydney's Al Taglio couldn't be split at the 2024 50 Top Pizza awards.

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