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    The City of Sydney Is Putting an Extra $5.7 Million Towards the Inner City's Al Fresco Dining Areas

    Since the outdoor dining initiative launched in December 2020, 204 permits have been issued — and 2690 square metres of al fresco dining space has been approved.

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    Krispy Kreme Is Giving Away an Excessive 100,000 Free Doughnuts

    Sweet glazed doughnuts are even better when you don't have to pay for them.

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    Nine Spots Wine and Food Lovers Should Check Out in Heathcote This Queen's Birthday Long Weekend

    Sip your way through this picturesque wine region — with a shuttle bus to get you around, too.

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    You Can Now Book Private Igloos with Bottomless Food and Drinks at Two Sydney Venues

    Escape the winter chill inside a cosy igloo with a hearty feast and bottomless booze.

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    Deliveroo Is Doing Free Delivery Throughout Victoria During the State's Seven-Day Lockdown

    It's available throughout the state until the stay-at-home period ends.

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    Twelve Australian Coffee Roasters Delivering Beans and Fresh Grounds to Your Door

    Order excellent coffee at the click of a button, no matter where you are.

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    Ex-Rockpool Executive Chef Phil Wood Is Opening His First Sydney Restaurant in Paddington

    It will be housed in the former digs of Darcy's Restaurant and Guillaume.

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    Iris Rooftop Is Fortitude Valley's New Sky-High (and Poolside) Bar and Restaurant

    The Mediterranean-inspired venue is the latest addition to Brunswick Street's new Hotel X.

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    City Winery Has Opened a Cellar Door, Wine Bar and Bistro at Eagle Street Pier

    The riverside spot is serving up tastings, workshops and meals five days a week.

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    Merivale Is Expanding Into Byron Bay with the Purchase of Cheeky Monkey's Bar

    This is third venue Merivale has bought this week — and its fifth in just the last two months.

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    Brisbane Good Food Month Has Announced Its 2021 Program and the Return of the Night Noodle Markets

    This year's lineup includes star chefs, one-day pop-ups, truffle degustations, a murder mystery dinner and a shawarma party.

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    Melbourne's New Dining Initiative Will Give You Up to $100 Off Meals in the City From June 11

    The 'Melbourne Money' scheme will offer 20 percent rebates on dining in the CBD, Chinatown, Lygon Street, Docklands, North Melbourne, Kensington and Southbank.

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    Six Sweet Treats to Get for Your Mate's Birthday If They (Weirdly) Don't Like Cake

    Treat the cake-hater in your life to monster-sized eclairs, birthday breakfasts and boozy Italian desserts.

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    W Brisbane Is Pouring a New Cocktail Menu From the Team Behind One of London's Top Bars

    You can't currently head to the UK to sip Oriole Bar's drinks — but you can enjoy this 15-cocktail menu without leaving Brisbane.

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    Seven Belly-Warming Noodle Soups in Sydney to Slurp Down on the Next Super Chilly Day

    Warm yourself from the inside out with a hearty bowl of brekkie ramen or sweet and sour soup.

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    The City of Sydney Has Unveiled Plans to Reignite Oxford Street With Increased Culture and Entertainment Spaces

    The plan proposes the introduction of rooftop bars and the activation of unused alleyways.

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    Five OTT Sandwiches to Eat for Lunch If You're Tired of Sad Desk Salads

    Swap those soggy leaves for a sky-high chilli chicken sambo or a roll filled with gravy and golden-roasted pork belly.

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    Diana Is the New Korean and Chinese Eatery Bringing Late-Night Karaoke to Potts Point

    Find homemade kimchi, sashimi salad and weekend bouts of open mic karaoke at this new restaurant.

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    This New Initiative Is Giving Out Free Coffees and Cheap Lunches for Going to the CBD on Fridays

    Called 'Fridays in the City', it's designed to encourage Brisbanites to head back into the city centre.

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    Sydney Bars with Games and Activities for When You Want to Do More Than Just Sit Around and Drink

    Sip a shiraz over 'Scrabble' or polish off a pot with a game of pool.

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    This Year's Australian International Beer Awards Have Revealed the Country's Top Brewers

    35 trophies were awarded with favourites like Hop Nation, Bentspoke and Dollar Bill Brewing honoured.

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    Koko Black Has Released Its First-Ever Beer — and It's Chocolate-Hazelnut Flavoured

    The chocolatier has teamed up with brewer Modus Operandi on the limited-edition tipple, a Belgian stout made with couverture chocolate.

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    Sydney-Based Hospitality Crew Merivale Is Set to Take Over the Lorne Hotel

    It'll mark the group's second venture outside of New South Wales.

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    The Parlour Is the New Fortitude Valley Bar That's Pouring Cocktails by Sydney's Maybe Sammy

    The Italian riviera-themed spot joins Cielo and La Costa on Brunswick Street.

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    Merivale's Inner West Portfolio Has Expanded Again with the Purchase of Norton's Irish Pub

    The Parramatta Road pub will become Merivale's fourth inner west venue.

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    Nutella's New Recipe Book Gives You 185 Ways to Enjoy the Chocolate-Hazelnut Spread

    The hardback will teach you how to slather the chocolatey spread on white bread and create a three-layer cheesecake.

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    Lucky Kwong Is Kylie Kwong's New, Walk-In Only Lunch Spot

    The Australian-Cantonese eatery focuses on accessibility, so the team won't be taking bookings and takeaway orders are welcome.

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    The Exhibitionist Is the New Rooftop Bar Perched Atop the Gold Coast's Six-Level Art Gallery

    The new building also features a ground-floor restaurant that serves degustation menus inspired by the gallery's artworks.

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    You Can Now Hire Out a Private Igloo for Dinner and Drinks at These Four Melbourne Venues

    Escape the winter chill inside your own cosy igloo, while sipping espresso martinis and mulled wine.

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    Ben & Jerry's Has Released a Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Beer to Support Renewable Energy

    The ice cream company has teamed up with 4 Pines on the limited-edition, nitro-infused, ice cream-inspired brew.

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    The Localist Shopfront

    The past year has really highlighted the importance of supporting our local shops and hospo joints. There's power at your fingertips — and in your shopping baskets.

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    Basque Cheesecake Gelato Is the Latest Indulgent Messina Flavour You Can Order by the Tub

    It starts with basque cheesecake gelato, then tops it with a slice of toasted basque cheesecake.

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    Bar Nina Is Darlinghurst's New All-Day Bar and Italian Restaurant by the Arms Length Crew

    The Stanley Street spot is serving up morning coffee, daily handmade pasta and a weekly bottomless brunch.

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    Six Greater Western Sydney Restaurants That Are Perfect for Your Next Group Feast

    You're not limited to the inner city when it comes to group-friendly options for you and your crew.

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    A New Multi-Level Venue and Rooftop Bar Is Opening Inside the CBD's Historic Shell House

    The CBD venue is set to open in July from the owners of The Dolphin Hotel and Bondi Beach Public Bar.

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    This Year's Budget Will Dish Out Millions in Tax Relief For Local Breweries and Distilleries

    Australia's small breweries have scored a much-needed helping hand, as part of the government's post-COVID recovery push.

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    US Burger Chain Wendy's Is Handing Out Free Burgers and Desserts in The Rocks Today

    As well as handing out free food, the one-day pop-up will gauge whether there's interest in the chain launching Down Under.

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    Four Pillars Is About to Release Its 2021 Batch of Bloody Good Bloody Shiraz Gin

    This year, you can also order bloody shiraz grape and quince paste — and bloody shiraz gin caviar — to go with the cult-favourite drop.

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    Places Where You Can Level-Up Your Long Lunch Game During American Express Delicious Month Out

    Linger over bottomless margaritas, indulge in a truffle feast or eat until you burst at an extravagant fresh seafood buffet.

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    Five Good Beer Week Events You Can Still Grab Tickets To

    10 days of beer-filled shenanigans — what'll earn a spot on your calendar?

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    Spots to Hit During American Express Delicious Month Out When After-Work Snacks Are Calling Your Name

    Clock off and head to these restaurants for soul-warming ramen, famous lamington desserts and top-tier Japanese whisky.

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    Anita Gelato Is Opening Its First Queensland Store in West Village's Old Peters Ice Cream Factory

    It'll join Beirut Bazaar and Harris Farm Markets at the West End spot's expanding dining and retail precinct.

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