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    Coming Soon: The New LiveWire at Queen's Wharf Will Pair Cocktails with Live Tunes and Late-Night Entertainment

    Set to open in August, this watering hole won't be a sports bar like its current namesake — it'll be a live entertainment venue.

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    How to Spend a Charming Day and Night in the Inner West Pockets of Balmain and Rozelle

    Discover the harbourside suburbs that are bursting with lush parks, tasty pints and delicious eats.

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    Now Open: Hunters Hill Has Scored a New Wine Boutique Courtesy of an ex-Merivale Master Sommelier

    The North Shore's surging drinking and dining scene has a new addition in the form of the Hunters Hill Wine Room from a master sommelier.

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    Now Open: Pont Dining Room Is Intercontinental Sydney's Love Letter to Australia's Diverse Palate

    The five-star hotel's refreshed eatery embraces Australia's culinary diversity with a menu that heroes quintessentially Sydney dishes.

  • Guide

    A Day and Night Guide to Paddington

    From fine art and fancy dinners to sublime pub feeds and twilight bevvies, Paddington's still got it going on.

  • News

    Arnott's Is Making Its 2023 April Fool's Joke a Reality by Releasing Jatz-Inspired Tim Tams

    Can't choose between crackers and chocolate biscuits? Soon, you won't have to (although these new Tim Tams don't actually include any Jatz).

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    This Long-Standing CBD Wine Bar Has Unveiled a Snazzy New Look and Showstopping Amaro Collection

    The newly imagined de Vine is a celebration of old school hospitality, classic Italian flavours and a very impressive drinks list.

  • News

    Now Open: New Farm Seafood Is Merthyr Village's New Fish-Slinging Kitchen and Fresh Market

    Settle in for bug rolls, fish burgers, crumbed prawns and grilled barramundi — or pick up a fresh catch to take home.

  • News

    Macleay St Bistro Has Relocated After 40-Plus Years, But Its New Eatery Is Just a Few Doors Down

    The long-standing Sydney institution now resides just a few doors down in Monopole's old digs, serving the familiar French cuisine it's renowned for.

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    Now Open: The Rose & Crown Is South Bank's New London-Inspired Pub That's Taken Over Little Big House's Old Digs

    The British-themed Grey Street gastropub serves up cask beer, scotch eggs, homemade steak and ale pies, and roast dinners every Sunday.

  • Feature

    Timeless Taste: From Cocktails to Pairings, Here's How To Savour Japanese Whisky

    Our friend and spirits connoisseur James Buntin gives us the rundown on all things Japanese whisky.

  • News

    Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day Is Returning in 2024 to Give Away One Million Scoops Worldwide

    Mark Tuesday, April 16 in your diary — that's when the ice cream brand is scooping up freebies this year.

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    Coming Soon: North Sydney Is Set to Score a Huge Hospitality Precinct Starring Four Exciting Eateries

    In June, North Sydney will welcome a Japanese izakaya, an artisanal providore, an LA-inspired all-day eatery and a three-in-one dining spot.

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    Degustations Don't Get Much More Magical Than NEL's Returning 11-Course Disney-Themed Feast

    This enchanted menu is back in Sydney for a fifth time, complete with dishes inspired by 'Frozen', '101 Dalmatians', 'The Jungle Book' and more.

  • Guide

    The Best Wine Bars in Sydney

    A guide for any Sydney wine-lover, whether you want strictly organic, biodynamic and local drops or you don't really care — as long as they taste good and don't cost a fortune.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Riva Kitchen & Events Is Northshore Hamilton's New All-Day Riverside Dining Spot

    Opening in mid-April, this leafy new spot by the water hails from the team behind The Garden Room in Roma Street Parklands.

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    Wine Lovers, Mark Your Calendars: Pinot Palooza Has Locked in Its Vino-Slinging Dates for 2024

    If you can't go past a light- to medium-bodied red wine — and 50-plus vino labels pouring it — then this is the boozy festival for you.

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    You Can Eat Your Way Through a Different Region of Asia Each Week at 2024's Hawker 88 Night Market at QVM

    Spend your Wednesday nights jumping from food stall to food stall as you soak up the flavours, sights and sounds of Asia — no passport required.

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    Now Open: Brewmanity From Former AFL Captain David Neitz Has Launched Melbourne's First Rooftop Brewery Bar

    Enjoy a sky-high sip over city views at this South Melbourne brewery and you'll also help a good cause.

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    What's Open in Sydney Across the Easter Long Weekend 2024

    Spend the long weekend eating and drinking with friends and family at Sydney's top cafes, bars and restaurants.

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    What's Open in Melbourne Across the 2024 Easter Long Weekend

    Want to fill your weekend with top-notch eating and drinking? Here's where to go.

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    It's Loukoumades Time: Paniyiri 2024 Will Get You Feasting Your Way Through Food From 11 Greek Regions

    Brisbane's huge annual celebration of Greek food, booze and culture will return to Musgrave Park in May, with tickets on sale now.

  • Guide

    Seven Bars in Brisbane to Go for Cocktails with Friends When You're Feeling Extra

    Make the most of that golden stretch of the evening to enjoy a leisurely drink with your mates at these locales.

  • Guide

    Six Classy Sydney Bars to go for Sunset Cocktails with Friends

    There's still a grand stretch in the evenings to enjoy a sip with your mates at these slick locales.

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    Sushi Room and The Calile Hotel's Croissants Have Also Scored Nigella Lawson's Tick of Approval 

    If you're after a Japanese meal or French pastries in Brisbane, this is where the British celebrity chef recommends that you head.

  • Guide

    Seven Stylish Melbourne Bars That Are Perfect for After-Work Drinks with Your Mates

    Hit these drinking establishments as the sun sets and solve the problems of the world with your most trusted mates.

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    Now Open: Babae Is Ballarat's New Degustation-Only Restaurant Championing Goldfields Produce

    The hotel dining revolution has made its way to Ballarat as Hotel Vera launches its intimate fine-diner.

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    The Hook Is the Vermuteria Team's Most Ambitious Project Today, Opening in Kings Cross in May

    David Spanton is transforming the old Izgara and Harajuku Gyoza space into a retro oyster bar with a shucking station, live jazz and ice-cold martinis.

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    Baker Bleu Will be Slinging Pizzas, Pastries and Loaded Sangas From Its New Cremorne Cafe This Spring

    The Melbourne bakery is branching out into the all-day dining cafe scene with this new venture.

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    Eight Grown-Up Easter Treats to Hunt Down Around Brisbane

    You're never too old for this Easter hunt, especially when there's cocktails in chocolate bunnies and hot cross cruffins to track down and devour.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Sri Lankan Hoppers Get the Spotlight at This New Prahran Diner From the Founder of Entrecôte

    These light, crispy bowl-shaped pancakes take centre stage at the Hopper Joint.

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

    Joe Vargetto is blending 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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • Guide

    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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