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    Now Open: Oasis Is the New $10-Million Floating Bar That's Hosting Parties on the Brisbane River

    The three-level party boat can accommodate 500 guests, and has a stacked roster of weekend shindigs locked in until the end of June.

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    Sydney's Asian Smokehouse Yan Has Opened Its First Melbourne Outpost in the Former Yagiz Site

    The team behind a suburban Sydney favourite has brought its bold flavours and innovative smokehouse cuisine to South Yarra.

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    Hank's Has Landed in Armadale With New York-Style Bagels and Loaded Thickshakes

    Pair New York-style gin-cured salmon and cream cheese with a biscoff shake or $2 filter coffee.

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    Ms Parker Is Richmond's New Creative and Colourful All-Day Diner Helmed By an Ex-Cumulus Chef

    The Motley's newly opened all-day diner comes complete with a thoughtful but unpretentious menu, including a reimagined Dagwood dog spiced with 'nduja and pickled mustard seeds.

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    Now Open: Barangaroo's Newest Cocktail Bar Baharat Is Bringing Authentic Turkish Cuisine to Tombik's Old Digs

    Rock up to Baharat for lahmacun and customary pickle plates, Turkish psychedelic rock music and spice-infused cocktails.

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    Howard Smith Wharves Is Hosting Its First-Ever Italian Food Market with Guest Chef Orazio D'Elia

    At FESTA ITALIANA, you'll hang out by the river eating vodka rigatoni, drinking peach bellinis and listening to live music across two weekends.

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    There's a New Gin in Town Which All Started Because of a Film Set Friendship

    Papa Salt Coastal Gin is a new addition to the premium Australian gin category with a very recognisable Australian among the group of founders.

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    Sydney Fine-Diner NEL Is Plating Up Another 11-Course Disney-Inspired Degustation This Winter

    An alfredo linguini that nods to 'Ratatouille'? A honey-soaked sponge that Winnie-the-Pooh would covet? Yes, this is a magical meal.

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    Bad Shepherd's American Barbecue Menu Is Getting an Aussie Makeover for Vegemite's 100th Birthday

    The brewery has dreamed up a new Vegemite-infused menu featuring snags, brisket and even dessert.

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    Range Brewing Has Added a Pizzeria and Barrel Room to Its Growing Newstead Base 

    Meet Jacopo's Pizza and The Bethnal, Range's new go-tos for Roman-style slices and hosting events.

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    The Best Bakeries in Melbourne

    Crusty sourdough loaves, flaky croissants and everything in between.

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    North & Common Has Transformed Pentridge Prison's Former Mess Hall into an Elegant Restaurant

    The precinct's newly opened wine bar Olivine has scored a sibling venue, complete with a thoughtful yet unpretentious menu, and an all-weather alfresco terrace.

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    The Tokyo Tina Crew Is Adding to the Family with Their New Italian Bar and Eatery Studio Amaro

    Opening in Windsor this spring is the Commune Group's next project — a big Italian restaurant complete with its own DJ-fuelled basement bar.

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    How to Drink, Mix and Pair this Elegant Japanese Gin

    "As much as it's an approachable gin, it's also very complex and extremely versatile. That’s why I like working with it. It gives you a lot of options."

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    Coming Soon: Reine and La Rue Are Melbourne's New French Restaurant and Bar From the NOMAD Crew

    The hospitality group is transforming a grand space within the neo-gothic Melbourne Stock Exchange building into a 150-seat dining room and pint-sized speakeasy.

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    Month-Long Food and Drink Festival Dine BNE City Will Fill the Brisbane CBD with Culinary Events in June

    Cheap lunches, five-course seafood feasts, cocktails in igloos and opera while you eat — this returning food program has it all.

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    Riverland Is Relaunching with a Three-Tier Waterfront Deck and New Food Options After a $3.5-Million Revamp

    As well as 800 square metres of new waterside space, there's two new kitchens and a fresh cocktail menu.

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    Totti's Mike Eggert Is Opening His New Pizza-by-the-Slice and Sandwich Shop Oti' in the Sydney CBD This Week

    Oti' will arrive on George Street next to Bar Totti's with sandwiches starting at $15 and pizza slices starting from $12.

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    Sorelle Eatery Is St Lucia's New Italian-Inspired Cafe and Homewares Shop From the Tognini's Team

    Start your day with tiramisu cruffins and Sicilian chilli scrambled eggs, or grab a mortadella toastie and mini cannoli for lunch — all on Hawken Drive.

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    The Krondorf Wines 2023 Collection Will Have You Sipping the Luxury and Tradition of the Barossa

    Experience the bold, beautiful red wines that are a true expression of the Barossa.

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    Five NSW Events to Hit Up If You're Hungry for a Full-On Foodie Experience

    All-things oysters, flame-grilled feeds, decadent degustations and more await.

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    Revel Brewing Co Has Launched a Pop-Up Bar Outside Powerhouse Just for Brisbane Comedy Festival

    Until the end of May, this Brisbane brewery is pouring its brews at a third location — which is where you'll find its limited-edition Laughing Lager.

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    Renowned Chef Phillip Davenport Has Taken the Helm at Lamaro's and Unveiled a Brand-New Menu

    The former chef of Bali's Ku De Ta is bringing a new flavour to a South Melbourne classic.

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    Japanese 101: Eight Different Japanese Dishes and Where You Can Eat Them in Sydney

    Expand your culinary palate with these specialty Japanese dining spots.

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    Microbreweries, Mexican Eateries and All-Day Brunch Spots: Eight Penrith Food Stops You Need to Add to Your List, Stat

    Head west on your next foodie adventure for craft brews, intimate wine bars, funky Mexican joints and more.

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    Australian Venue Co Wants to Pay You to Eat and Drink at Its Bars and Pubs Once a Month

    The hospitality company is looking for 100 'secret sippers' to visit its venues, have a meal and provide monthly feedback.

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    Coming Soon: Ardo's Is Opening Its Second Neighbourhood Wine Bar and Bottle Shop in Graceville

    Just months after launching in Newstead, this vino-slinging joint from the City Winery crew is expanding to Brisbane's west.

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    Beachside Beauties: A Day and Night Guide to Bondi

    From the iconic beach to the busy streets of the Junction, Bondi never fails to impress.

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    Coming Soon: Claw Is the New 1000-Person Crab Shack Bringing Bibs, Games and a Sports Bar to King Street

    This California-inspired joint will get cracking with shellfish, brisket and craft beers, plus an arcade, DJs and live tunes.

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    The Best Mexican Restaurants in Melbourne

    Head to these spots for seriously good tacos, rare mezcals and many, many margaritas.

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    Mt Coot-tha's The Summit Is Set to Score a Two-Level Pavilion with a Gin Distillery and Rooftop Garden

    The sky-high tourist destination's current cafe will be demolished, and the heritage-listed restaurant will score a new deck with killer views.

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    Five Fun Facts to Carry You Through Trivia This World Whisky Day

    We've answered your whisky questions so you can bluff your way through World Whisky Day — and get straight to the sipping.

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    Sydney's Best Out-of-Town Restaurants, Cafes and Bars for 2024

    From regional fine diners to country bakehouses to garden gin distilleries, these are the spots to plan a day trip — or a whole weekend away — around.

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    Ten Local Butcher Shops For When You Want to Cook Paddock-to-Plate Produce at Home

    Find the perfect steak, house-made snags, French-trimmed cutlets or rack of ribs.

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    Sydney Best Outdoor Dining Spots Where You Can Have a Long Lunch for 2024

    Thanks to a City of Sydney initiative, these eateries have even more outdoor seating than before.

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    Sydney Bars and Pubs That Are Perfect Third-Date Territory

    Step it up a notch with live music, experimental cocktails and late-night eats.

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    The Best Bars in Melbourne for After-Work Drinks

    Sip speciality wine, drink local craft beer or enjoy a Negroni (or two) at these post-work haunts.

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    White Rabbit Cafe's Fourth Sydney Outpost Has Taken Over the Former Digs of West Juliett

    Marrickville's new 100-seat corner cafe has brought Sonoma sourdough and XO chilli scrambled eggs to Llewellyn Street.

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    The Best Vegan Burgers in Melbourne

    Soothe your hangover with meat-free burgers filled with pulled jackfruit, mock southern-style fried 'chicken' and Beyond Meat patties.

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    Where to Celebrate Your Birthday in Sydney (and Not Send Your Friends Broke)

    Our top picks to celebrate another lap around the sun.

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    Where to Kick On for Celebratory Drinks After an Afternoon Match at the SCG

    Keep the good times going with cold ones, cocktails and classic pub grub.

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    Where to Find Melbourne's Best Delis for 2024

    From classic Euro-style delicatessens, to contemporary food stores — these are the deli kings of Melbourne.

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