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    Sydney's Maybe Sammy and Cantina OK! Have Made the World's 50 Best Bars List for 2022

    These two Sydney spots just keep earning international acclaim — and for the first time, the list was topped by a bar that isn't in New York or London.

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    Holey Moley Is Bringing Its OTT Mini-Golf Hijinks (and Drinks) to a New 350-Person Chermside Bar

    From November, you'll be able to tap, tap, tap your way through themed putt-putt holes and sink cocktails mid-shopping.

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    A Melbourne Barista Was Just Named the Coffee-Making Champion of the World for 2022

    Axil's Anthony Douglas beat out 47 global competitors for the esteemed title.

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    The Company Behind Japan's Strong Zero Is Bringing a New Double Grape -196 to Australia

    Pretend you're in Tokyo with Suntory's new premix — you'll find it in bottle-os from late October.

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    Where to Sip a Spritz in the Sun Now the Weather's Warming Up

    These top-shelf Sydney venues are bringing big summer energy.

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    Where to Sip a Spritz in the Sun Now the Weather's Warming Up

    These top-shelf Brisbane and Gold Coast venues are bringing big summer energy.

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    The Team Behind Bistro Rex Has Opened a Roman Wine Bar in Monopole's Former Potts Point Home

    With a former Shell House chef in the kitchen, Enoteca Ponti is serving up exciting seasonal takes on Roman dishes.

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    A Northern Forage Road Trip: Follow a CP Writer's Tasting Tour Across Tasmania's North

    Proceed with an empty stomach, an open mind and a readiness to build a more meaningful relationship with what’s on your plate.

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    Just Add Olives: Four Pillars Has Released a Ready-to-Pour Double Gin Martini in a Bottle

    Forget shaking or stirring — with Four Pillars' new bottled cocktail, all you need to do is pour.

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    Two Australian Bars Have Nabbed Spots in The World's 50 Best Bars 51–100 List for 2022

    The top 50 hasn't yet been revealed, but Melbourne's Caretaker’s Cottage placed 60th and Sydney's Re came in at 87.

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    Freshwater Brewing Company Has Just Opened Its Northern Beaches Taproom and Restaurant

    This welcoming 120-seat taproom and brewery is serving approachable beers and fresh seafood.

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    The Zoo Crew Is Opening a Bottle Shop, Takeaway Pizza Joint and Coffee Spot in Tym Guitars' Old Digs

    After opening a pizzeria within the venue, then launching a cocktail bar, the team behind The Zoo will soon be selling booze — at a new shop called Booze on Winn Street.

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    Eagle Street's Riverland Is Giving Its Riverside Bar and Beer Garden a Hefty $3.5-Million Revamp

    The CBD spot is getting a 800-square-metre deck extension, boosting its waterfront drinking and dining space.

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    Rose Revolution Is Bringing Its Pink-Fuelled Party Back to Fish Lane for a Month of Boozy Events

    Sip rosé for days in Fish Lane this October, including rosé margaritas, rosé martinis and bottomless rosé brunches.

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    A Melbourne Barista Has Been Named Australia's Coffee-Making Champion of 2022

    Axil's Anthony Douglas has been crowned the country's best barista — now he'll compete against the rest of the world in the global championship this month.

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    This Doesn't Suck: Nosferatu Has Opened a Gin Distillery, Bar and Cafe in a Leafy Bowen Hills Warehouse

    Get a caffeine fix by day, then sip Nosferatu's blood orange gin by night at the boutique brand's new Brisbane base.

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    Candy Abalone and Saltbush Vodka: Meet the Makers Behind Some of Tasmania's Most Unusual Flavours

    Say hello to the farmers, anglers and distillers behind the likes of Australia's original truffle farm and a small-batch potato vodka business.

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    City Winery's Newstead Pop-Up Bar and Bistro Carl's Is Closing — Then Reopening in a New Location

    The City Winery team will also keep the tenancy at 22 Wyandra Street, and open a yet-to-be-announced new venue.

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    Shane Delia Is Opening a Bar Next Door to His Middle Eastern Mainstay Maha

    The long-standing Bond Street restaurant is getting another sibling — this time, a sophisticated drinking den centred on cocktails, wine and bar snacks.

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    Now Open: Firedoor's Lennox Hastie Has Unveiled His Highly Anticipated Wine Bar Gildas in Surry Hills

    Pair sherry with spanner crab churros at this romantic new Basque-inspired wine bar.

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    Matt Moran's Riverbar + Kitchen Is Finally Set to Reopen on Eagle Street After This Year's Floods 

    It was fully submerged during February and March's devastating floods, but now the waterfront venue will relaunch in mid-October.

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    Five Unique Experiences All Alcohol Connoisseurs Should Add to Their Tasmanian Itinerary

    Time to raise your glass at these top-tier Tassie tipple venues.

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    Six Tassie Restaurants Championing Paddock-to-Plate Dining For if You Like Eating Straight from the Source

    Tasmania is home to some of the finest produce grown anywhere in Australia — here's where to sample it straight from the source.

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    BrewDog and Australian Venue Co's First Big Sydney Beer Bar Will Open in South Eveleigh This Year

    Nestling into the old locomotive workshop, BrewDog South Eveleigh will serve up 40 beers on tap, dedicate half its food menu to plant-based dishes, and seat 720 inside and 190 outside.

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    The Owners of Preston Haunt Hard Rubbish Are Giving Away Their Bar for Free

    If you reckon you'd be a good fit to help carry on this neighbourhood bar's very bright torch, you've got until October 15 to submit your application and state your case.

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    Bar Conte Is the New Aperitivo Venue Featuring 20 Different Negronis in Surry Hills

    The corner terrace has been transformed into an inviting 38-seat bar with more than 20 different types of negronis on the menu.

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    The Next Iteration of Arbory Afloat Will Nod to the Balearic Islands — And It's Launching Next Week

    Docking from September 21, the floating bar's next sunny season pulls inspiration from the islands of Ibiza, Formentera, Menorca and Mallorca.

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    Lulie Tavern Is Getting Its Own Rooftop Bar Just in Time for Sky-High Spring Sips

    Abbotsford's rock 'n' roll boozer is expanding upwards, launching an all-weather rooftop space it's naming Full Moon Fever.

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    CP Picks: Here's Where Our Editors Are Heading to Get Their Fix For Negroni Week

    Here's our roundup of the ultimate spots to sip the bitter red cocktail this September.

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    Foraging, Fruit Picking and Fromage Making: Ten Incredible Foodie Experiences to Have in Tasmania If You're Keen to Get Your Hands Dirty

    Sample honey from a 60-year-old apiary, take a cooking class featuring foraged goods as your ingredients or pluck and shuck oysters straight from the sea.

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    Bar Heather Is the Soon-to-Open Natural Wine Haven That's Bringing a Splash of Paris to Byron Bay

    Launching in October, the 68-seater hails from the teams behind Byron's Luna Wine Store and natural wine importers Lo-Fi Wines.

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    Award-Winning Cocktail Bar Eau-de-Vie Is Reopening in a New Venue Two Years After Leaving Darlinghurst

    The new iteration of Eau-de-Vie will be joined by a luxurious steak and oyster restaurant.

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    Melbourne Will Soon Be Home to a Challenge Room Hotel That You Can Play (and Drink) Your Way Through

    Taking design cues from 'The Grand Budapest Hotel' and Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory, this game-filled bar is setting up shop in Chadstone's new entertainment precinct.

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    Five Food Festivals and Farmers Markets That Are Worth Planning Your Tassie Trip Around

    From first-time food festivals to sparkling wine celebrations — here's how you can treat your tastebuds in Tasmania.

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    Five Lesser-Known Wine Regions to Visit in New Zealand

    Not mentioned: Central Otago, Marlborough nor Hawke's Bay.

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    The Team Behind Rockpool Is Opening Elegant New Cocktail Bar Alice in The Rocks This Month

    Alice is bringing next-level bar snacks and inventive cocktails to this sleek new space below Argyle Street.

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    Black Star Pastry Just Dropped a Couple of New Hot Drinks Based on Two of Its Famous Cakes

    The Strawberry Watermelon Cake and Choc Mirage Slice have been reborn in liquid form — and they're joining the menu permanently.

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    A Foodie's Guide to Phillip Island and Surrounds

    From artisan cheese shops to Indigenous food trails and waterside dining, Phillip Island effortlessly combines idyllic landscapes with culinary excellence.

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    We're Giving Away Tickets to a Secret Lock-In Celebrating Dubliner Whiskey's New Fiery Irish

    The Dubliner Irish Whiskey team are shouting a night out at a freshly reno'd Darlinghurst spot — and you're invited.

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    Peter Gunn's Collingwood Fine Diner Ides Now Has Sibling Bar March Next Door

    The star chef's latest venture is an intimate eating and drinking den with contemporary Japanese-inspired bites, and a broad lineup of sips to match.

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