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    Charcoal Chicken, Uber Eats and the Secret of the Garlic Sauce: Hot Takes with El Jannah CEO Brett Houldin

    It was quick, fun and all in service of finding out the intel on that garlic sauce.

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    Charcoal Chicken, Authenticity and a Cult Following: El Jannah CEO Brett Houldin on Succeeding in the Hospitality Industry

    "Our customers know people by name, they can tell you a lot about their last food occasion, their first experience — that cult-like behaviour is growing with us as we expand."

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    Birthday Cake Croissants Are Lune's New Must-Try Baked Treat — But Only in October

    It's been ten years since Lune first started serving up its coveted pastries, and it's celebrating in the tastiest way possible.

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    Now Open: Chapel Street's Four-Level Italian Haunt Stella Has Landed in Time for Spring Rooftop Sips

    A modern take on the classic Italian trattoria, with a space for every occasion.

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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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    Historic Darlinghurst Pub The Strand Has Opened Its Luxe New Rooftop Bar and Hotel Accommodation

    Enjoy dirty martinis and prawn cocktails above William Street at this breezy new rooftop bar.

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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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    Lune Is Bringing Back Some of Its Greatest Hits for a Month of Limited-Edition Birthday Specials

    The famed croissanterie is turning ten — and to celebrate, it's reviving some classic creations every weekend during 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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    The Charles Grand Brasserie & Bar Is Sydney's New Multi-Faceted All-Day Venue Opening in an Art Deco CBD Building

    This lavish brasserie, bar and cafe will be open from 7am until midnight, seven days a week.

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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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    North Sydney's Expansive New 300-Seat Bar and Restaurant RAFI Opens This Week

    This expansive multi-faceted venue is bringing al fresco terraces, a welcoming dining room and a luxurious chef's table to the heart of North Sydney.

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    Karaoke and Rooftop Bar Heroes Just Added an Unconventional Dumpling Bar to Its Multifaceted Offering

    Drumplings has joined the bill at the now five-storey Heroes precinct, as it relaunches under new owners.

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    Melbourne's Night Noodle Markets Will Return to Birrarung Marr for 18 Food-Filled Evenings in November

    This culinary favourite finally makes an IRL comeback in 2022, serving up its hawker-style dishes to wrap up spring.

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    Melbourne Food & Wine Festival Is Touring Regional Victoria for Ten Tasty Days This November

    Head out of town for this year's jam-packed program of feasts, parties and tasting experiences, showcasing the best of the regions.

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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 Higher Ground Crew Is Reviving the Royal Botanic Gardens' Historic Terrace Cafe

    Opening next month, the Darling Group's latest project is an all-day cafe and adjacent event space, set in an idyllic green location.

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    Sydney's Josh Niland Is the Only Australian to Make the Top 100 Best Chefs in the World List for 2022

    The Best Chef Awards just served up its latest round of gongs — and seafood king Niland won the Best Chef Innovation Award, too.

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    Sydney's Newest Dining Precinct and Boutique Hotel Has Opened at the Heritage-Listed Porter House

    The five-level hospitality precinct takes over an 1870s heritage-listed building, with a new $94-million, 122-room hotel next door.

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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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    Fried Chicken Chain Super Nash Brothers Has Just Launched a Limited-Edition Barbecue Shapes Burger

    You've got until Sunday to get your hands on this nostalgic creation.

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    US Bakery Chain Cinnabon Will Open Its First Sticky Scroll-Slinging Sydney Store This Summer

    The American-favourite chain has already set up shop in Queensland and Victoria — and its first NSW site is headed to Darling Square.

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    Sydney Streets Will Bring Al Fresco Street Parties and Dining to Seven Roads Across the City of Sydney

    Sydney Streets will be taking over streets in Surry Hills, Pyrmont, Redfern, Haymarket, Glebe, Potts Point and the Sydney CBD.

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    Krispy Kreme and Reese's Have Teamed Up on a Tastebud-Tempting New Range of Peanut Butter Doughnuts

    Peanut butter fiends, the dessert mashup of your dreams has just dropped.

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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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    Huge News: It Looks Like US Burger Chain Wendy's Is Preparing to Launch in Australia

    The popular burger chain — not to be mistaken with the local ice-creamery — is making moves to bring its famous square burgers to Australia.

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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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    You Can Now Sip OTT Margaritas with a Beach View at El Camino Cantina's New Surfers Paradise Outpost

    The lively Tex Mex chain has opened its sixth Queensland venue — and its first by the beach.

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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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    Beloved Newtown Cafe Rolling Penny Is Shutting Its Doors Next Month After Six Years on King Street

    You've got just three more weeks to get your hands on the cafe's legendary burgers and brekky rolls.

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    Now Open: Barangaroo House's Japanese Restaurant and Vinyl Bar Rekodo Pairs Top-Notch Tunes and Eats

    Sets from acclaimed DJs, snapper karaage, DIY hand rolls and sake flights all come together at this stylish new venue.

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