A New Breed of Breweries and Distilleries Is Opening in Melbourne's Inner City

These newly opened and soon-to-come spots are transforming Melbourne's craft booze scene.

A Look Inside QT Melbourne's Lavish New Plant-Filled Private Champagne Room

The hotel's new Art of the Wild private dining room lets you — and 19 of your closest mates — escape the city with fancy plates and Perrier-Jouët.

Mornington Peninsula's Jetty Road Brewery Is Opening a Multi-Storey Brewpub in South Melbourne

The Market Street beer oasis will boast a fully operational microbrewery and a 250-seat restaurant.

The Yarra Valley's Jamsheed Is Opening a Ground-Breaking Urban Winery in Preston

Complete with a fully functional winery, cellar door and woodfired pizza.

Petrie Terrace Is Now Home to a Huge New Two-Level Bavarian Beer Hall

Serving pork knuckles, schnitzels and steins of beer, the new venue seats 600, including in its string-lit beer garden.

Bodriggy's Huge 400-Person Brewpub in an Abbotsford Warehouse Is Officially Open For Business

The former mechanics warehouse is home to a stack of brews (wines and cocktails) on tap, giant cauliflower steaks and a bottle shop is on the way.

A Bluffer's Guide to Minimal Intervention Winemaking  

This cheat sheet won't just explain what wild fermented wine is — it'll tell you how to drink it and what to drink it with.

A Sprawling Bar, Restaurant and Gin Distillery Called Mullane's Hotel Is Coming to The Hills

You'll find pasta, Italian coffee, 200 wines and gin distilled on-site when it opens this spring.

The Gin List

For a clear spirit, gin is full of complexities. So we've teamed up with Tanqueray to delve into its storied past, unveil its intricacies and help you become a seasonal gin connoisseur.

The Gin List

For a clear spirit, gin is full of complexities. So we've teamed up with Tanqueray to delve into its storied past, unveil its intricacies and help you become a seasonal gin connoisseur.

Ivory Tusk Is Fortitude Valley's Soon-to-Open Palm Springs-Inspired Bar with a Garden Terrace

It's taking over part of Woolly Mammoth — and adding a tropical vibe.

Where to Celebrate a Milestone with a Long Lunch

If you're going to celebrate, you may as well go do it at one Brisbane's top restaurants.

Where to Have a High-Flying Feed When You Have a Win at Work

If you're going to celebrate, you may as well go do it at one Melbourne's top restaurants.

Where to Book a High-Flying Feed When You Have a Win at Work

Turn that pay rise, promotion or pitch win into an excuse to party.

Tokyo's Music Bar Is Taking Over Black Pearl For a Night As Part of a Global Bar Swap

The globe-trotting series is helmed by UK spirits label Ableforth's, so expect gin cocktails aplenty.

Ten Essential Spots To Visit in Pyrmont

Including a New York-style jazz joint, an Egyptian bakery and the home of some of Sydney's most interesting art.

Merivale Has Launched Its Own Online Bottle Shop

A digital extension of its Palings Lane liquor store, featuring an expertly curated range of wine, beer and spirits.

Nodo Donuts Is Now Serving Daily Boozy Brunches at Its Newstead Digs

On the menu: doughnut martinis.

Mono-XO Is Fitzroy's Soon-to-Open Yakitori and Rock 'n' Roll Bar

A 25-seat bar by Romeo Lane's Joe Jones and an ex-Momofuku Seiobo chef.

Gorgeous George Is Darlinghurst's New Bar with Gold-Flecked Cocktails and a $30 Sandwich

It's named after a famously OTT 1950s wrestler — and it's equally extravagant.

Seven Activities to Plan For Your Birthday When You Want to Do More Than Just Dinner or Drinks

Different things to do when it's time to celebrate little 'old' you.

We're Giving Away A Night of Wine and Cheese at This Harbourside Pop-up Bar

Feast on wine, cheese and sweeping harbour views — for free.

The Cumberland Is the New Speakeasy-Style Bar Opening Behind a Fridge Door in Manly

The hard-to-find bar will have 250 different whiskies, wheels of baked camembert and melty raclette.

Tetto di Carolina Is South Yarra's Soon-to-Open Italian Rooftop Cocktail Bar

A sophisticated eatery with fun snacks and cocktails is opening atop Bar Carolina this month.

Unico's Sweet Yuzu Vermouth Is Exactly What You Want to be Drinking This Weekend

Throw it into a refreshing spritz or drink it straight on the rocks.

Marrickville's Batch Brewing Is Opening a Second Outpost Inside Public House Petersham

Taking over the old shed, it'll be a 'test kitchen' for experimental and limited-edition brews.

Where to Shop Like a Local In and Around Hurstville

Whether you're looking for hard-to-find spices, a rare comic or some German treats, you'll find them all in this southern suburb.

Radar Is Melbourne CBD's New Nightclub and Bar in the Former Lounge Site

After 29 years, the Swanston Street space has a new tenant.

Coogee Wine Room Is the New Bar Opening Just One Block from the Beach This September

The new post-beach go-to will boast a 400-strong wine list and appropriately summery snacks.

Cream Is the New Judgement-Free Brisbane Pop-Up Focusing on Inclusivity and Positivity

Run by three female hospitality legends, the pop-up's next event is a 'galactic rodeo'-themed party with music, booze, dress ups.

R Bar Is Crown's Luxe New 1920s-Inspired Cocktail Bar from the Rockpool Group

It's also inspired by 'The Great Gatsby' and the world's great hotel lobby bars.

Perfect Pairing: Ox Cheeks in Red Chilli and Coconut Curry

Lacking dinner inspiration? Spice things up with this fiery chilli and coconut dish.

Collingwood's Stomping Ground Is Opening a Brewpub at Melbourne Airport

In an Aussie airport first, it'll even have its own on-site brewery.

We're Giving Away a Night Out with Your Friends at Grain Bar

Enjoy cocktails made by one of the world's best bartenders, Cedric Mendoza, at one of Sydney's most beautiful bars — on us.

Double Deuce Lounge Is the New '70s Porn Chic' Underground Bar by the Ramblin' Rascal Crew

Walk down the illuminated stairs to stroke the furry wall, drink a 'Jungle Boogie' and listen to Curtis Mayfield.

Wintry Events That'll Make You Want to Plan a Weekend Trip to Sydney

The Gin List

For a clear spirit, gin is full of complexities. So we've teamed up with Tanqueray to delve into its storied past, unveil its intricacies and help you become a seasonal gin connoisseur.

How to Hibernate This Winter But Still Live Your Best Life

Grab some blankets, invite your mates and cosy into full hibernation the right way.

Darlington's New Terra Cotta Roasters Is Serving Up Bottomless Batch and Cold Brew Coffee

Add endless coffee and a locals-favourite pulled pork burger to your weekend plans.

Perfect Pairing: Slow-Roasted Beef Rib with Chimichurri

This hearty roast from the Africola chef is perfect for a cold winter's night — and you can recreate it at home.

PS40's New Cocktail Menu Will Help You Forget That You're Not Still Partying at Dark Mofo

Even if you weren't there, the carbonated mulled wine concoction should sooth any lingering FOMO.

We're Giving Away A Tequila Masterclass For You and Nine Friends

Learn about all things agave at Sydney's biggest tequila bar.