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    Melbourne's Streets Just Got a Little Sweeter Thanks to the City's First-Ever Cupcake Vending Machines

    Forget flying cars and robot servants — Melbourne's new cupcake vending machines prove the future is here, and it's sweet.

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    Now Open: Vertigo Serves Dinner 17 Metres Up While You're Hanging Over the Side of Brisbane Powerhouse

    The Australian-first vertical dining experience is now welcoming patrons for a meal with a view (and matched wines) at Brisbane Powerhouse.

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    Now Open: Khanaa Is an Avant-Garde Bengali Restaurant by Acclaimed Chef Opel Khan

    Khan puts a modern spin on Bengali fare with leading gastronomic techniques and inventive flavours.

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    'Tis the Season: Messina Is Bringing Back Its Chocolate Advent Calendars to Make Christmas Extra Delicious

    Spend the first 24 days of December eating your way through gingerbread men, fruit mince tart choccies, pastry-choc clusters and more.

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    Now Open: Lotus Dining Group Has Unveiled Its Stunning New Circular Quay Restaurant Pearl

    Circular Quay's wave of fresh openings continues, with Pearl serving up Peking duck pancakes and lobster in XO sauce with views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

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    ORA's Executive Chef Nobuyuki Ura on His Unique Take on Omakase

    "The most important thing is to execute each dish without compromise."

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    Now Open: Eddy's Is the New Casual Italian Eatery Elevating Your Post-Swim Feeds in Balmoral

    The neighbourhood restaurant from the Bathers' Pavilion team is taking up residence at Edwards Beach until the end of January.

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    KFC Is Opening a One-Night-Only Sydney Nightclub That's Pairing Free Zinger Sliders with Luude's Beats

    Hit the dance floor with fried chicken pieces in hand — after entering through the secret fridge door.

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    Omakase with a Twist

    Looking to dive deeper into the Japanese art of omakase? From chefs' stories and creative processes to martini recipes, we've done the legwork.

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    Now Open: Martin Boetz Has Launched Thai Restaurant and Asian Food Store Short Grain in Fortitude Valley

    The Longrain chef and founder's new venture seats 60 inside Marshall Street's Stewart & Hemmant building.

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    Karen Martini's All-Day Euro-Inspired ACMI Restaurant Hero Has Suddenly Closed Down

    The eatery opened back in 2021 as part of the venue's huge $40-million makeover.

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    Now Open: West End Just Scored a New Steak Haven with Manhattan-Inspired Restaurant Rich & Rare

    As well as serving up 15 different cuts of beef, the Tassis Group's latest venture also goes big on seafood — and encourages upscale surf 'n' turf combos.

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    The Royal Palace Seafood Restaurant Is the Huge New Yum Cha Restaurant in the Old Golden Century Site

    Stretching across three levels and open until 3am, this restaurant stars the live seafood tanks and fleet of yum cha trolleys like its predecessor.

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    Kuon's Hideaki Fukada on Fuelling His Passion for Omakase with Tradition

    "Cooking is like art. Serving our artistic creations to guests is a moment of joy and pride as a chef."

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    Score a $2500 Experience to a Waterfront Omakase Restaurant in The Rocks

    Enjoy an omakase feast with your mates at this stunning culinary haven of Japanese cuisine.

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    Now Open: Bird's Nest Yakitori Has Started Serving Its Grilled Japanese Skewers at Portside Wharf

    Nestled into a 100-square-metre space with indoor and al fresco dining, the chain's fourth venue joins fellow spots in West End, Fortitude Valley and Toowong.

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    Now Open: Slim's Quality Burger Has Arrived in Brisbane with Its First Retro-Themed Drive-Thru Diner

    The chain's new Kippa-Ring outpost is also the first to offer a breakfast menu, including fried chicken and veggie egg and cheese burgers.

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    Now Open: Easy Tiger Is Bondi's New Crowd-Pleasing Diner with an Ex-Mr Wong Chef and $42 Banquets

    The menu channels big Southeast Asian flavours at this bright new eastern suburbs restaurant that's moved into the Rancho Seltzo space.

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    Dessert Alert: Gelato Messina Is Slinging Limited-Edition Honey Joy Sticky Scrolls This Weekend

    The gelato chain's limited-edition sweet treats normally need to be ordered days in advance — but this time it made too many, so you can nab across the weekend.

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    The Best Private Dining Rooms in Sydney

    Looking to celebrate a birthday, host a work lunch or simply feel like a VIP for the night? The 20 best private dining spaces in Sydney will have what you're after.

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    Five Wine Pairings for Nostalgic Aussie Snacks According to Odd Culture Group's Jordan Blackman

    Ever wanted to match a natural wine with cheese and bacon Shapes or berry Roll-Ups?

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    Now Open: Zama Is Bondi's Fiery New Argentinian Restaurant Specialising in Charcoal-Grilled Dishes

    The parrilla grill is firing at this bustling new Bondi Road spot, which serves up smokey Argentinian meats and empanadas.

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    Coming Soon: Prahran Italian Espresso Bar Officine Zero Is Reopening as Officina Gastronomica Italiana

    This Malvern Road venue is getting a revamp, pairing pasta and artisanal wine on a new dinner menu — and in double the space.

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    Coming Soon: Colt Dining by Matt Fallon Is Set to Showcase the Bounty of the Mornington Peninsula

    Acclaimed chef Matt Fallon returns to his roots with this contemporary Australian restaurant that pays homage to locally sourced ingredients.

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    Now Open: Zazu Dining & Bar Is the New West End Restaurant Serving Up Gillian Hirst's Sand Crab Lasagne

    West Village's latest eatery heroes pan-Asian and modern European fare, and pours a negroni topped with pineapple foam, crushed chocolate and crushed honeycomb.

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    Now Open: Luke Mangan's Latest Venture Luc-San Pairs Japanese and French Cooking in Potts Point

    Mangan's new "French izakaya" is hidden down Pennys Lane behind Kings Cross Shopping Centre.

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    The Empire Hotel in Annandale Is Receiving a Full-Venue Makeover — and Welcoming in Maybe Frank

    Big news for Annandale — The Empire will reopen as The Federal next month with Fabbrica pasta and wine, Maybe Sammy cocktails and pizza, a sports bar and boutique accommodation.

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    Gelato Messina's Next Nostalgic Sweet Treat Is a Honey Joy Version of Its Bake-at-Home Sticky Scroll

    The tuckshop flashbacks continue with this indulgent dessert, which comes with cereal milk gelato.

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    Coming Soon: Three Messina Head Chefs Have Teamed Up to Open a Bakery in Darlinghurst

    After a residency at The Cannery Markets, these next-level pastries are coming to Darlinghurst before the end of the year.

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    Chat Thai OG Thaitown Is Collaborating with Tokyo Lamington for a Limited-Edition Birthday Menu

    The popular spot is celebrating its 16th birthday by launching a bespoke menu with Tokyo Lamington.

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    Queen Vic's European Night Market Is Returning Just in Time to Cure Your Euro-Summer FOMO

    The market will focus on a different European destination each week, so that you can experience the flavours and sounds of Europe without booking a flight to the other side of the world.

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    Rozelle's Fabbrica Bread Shop Has Just Opened Inside a Dreamy New Maloneys Grocer

    The team behind Ragazzi and Fabbrica Pasta Bar has just levelled up your morning coffee and pastry game.

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    Gerard's Bistro Isn't Just Undergoing a Big Revamp — It's Bringing in a New Chef with with Michelin Cred

    Scottish-born culinary figure Jimmy Richardson will steer the kitchen as Executive Chef, returning after previously working as the venue's Head Chef.

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    Fish Lane's Plant-Based Burger Favourite Grassfed Is Closing Down Before September Is Out

    After serving up burgs and ice cream since 2019, this South Brisbane spot is saying goodbye on Sunday, September 24.

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    All the Indulgent Food and Drink Festivals to Look Forward to Around Brisbane in 2023

    Add berries, seafood, gluten-free bites, a neon-lit night food market and oh-so-many beer festivals to your culinary plans for the rest of this year.

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    Andrew (Boy) Charlton Pool's Oh Boy Cafe Has Reopened with Stunning Views and Bottomless Brunch

    This waterfront cafe is back with a brand-new menu headlined by stacked B&Es, poolside eats and bottomless brunch.

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    Burger Head Is Closing Down Its Final Two Stores in Penrith and Botany This October

    Burger Head fans have until the end of October to visit — but, never fear, the beloved food truck will still be doing the rounds.

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    The Ambitious New Ricos Tacos Is Opening Across Two Levels of The Norfolk Hotel This Month

    Ricos Tacos Redfern will feature a "fun, experimental" food menu, Maybe Sammy cocktails and Sunday barbecues out in the courtyard.

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    Now Open: Single O Has Launched Its First Brisbane Coffee Bar in Newstead Complete with Self-Serve Taps

    2023 marks two decades since the Australian coffee roaster first launched — and, joining its Surry Hills and Tokyo cafes, it finally has a Sunshine State base.

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    A Heap of Australian Venues Are Doing Barkuterie Boards So You Can Have a Pub Date with Your Pooch

    Platters filled with snacks aren't just for humans at 18 watering holes around the country — including, fittingly, two BrewDog bars.

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    Longstanding Sydney Pub Jacksons on George Has Finally Reopened Under Maurice Terzini's Guidance

    This CBD stalwart is back — with a ground-floor pub, luxe first-floor bistro and breezy rooftop bar.

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