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    The 86 Club Is Brisbane's New Disco-Inspired Cocktail Pop-Up From Four of the City's Top Bartenders

    Drink-mixing talents from Savile Row, The Gresham and Frog’s Hollow Saloon have teamed up on this new boozy event, which heroes 80s-era cocktails.

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    Sustainability-Focused Bar Re- Has Launched a Cocktail Menu Made From the World's Most Wasted Produce

    South Eveleigh's zero-waste bar has launched ten new cocktails, with each based around stopping a specific food item from entering landfill.

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    Olivine Is the Moodily Elegant New Wine Bar Opening in the Revamped Pentridge Prison Precinct

    B Division is now home to a serious wine-sipping destination, complete with a 500-strong wine list curated by star sommelier Liinaa Berry.

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    From Hawker Centres to Michelin-Starred Restaurants: Here's Your Ultimate Singapore Food (And Drinks) Guide

    If you're a true blue foodie, you should seriously consider getting over to Singapore.

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    Embark on a One-of-a-Kind Foodie Holiday Around Singapore

    We went on this trip with Chef Nelly Robinson and can't wait for you to experience it for yourselves.

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    Coming Soon: Oasis Is the Three-Level Floating Bar That's About to Start Cruising the Brisbane River

    Catering to 500 guests, Brisbane's new $10-million party boat will get sailing by day and night soundtracked by DJs.

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    Our Sydney: Here Are Our Readers' Favourite Spots to Visit in Alexandria and Rosebery

    Visit left-of-centre cafes, experimental breweries and sustainably minded shops.

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    The Best Inner-City Sydney Bars for After-Work Drinks

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

  • Guide

    Six of the Most Impressive Restaurant Bars in Australia

    Sure, these venues might be known for their food — but their excellent bar programs make them worthy pitstops for drinks, too.

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    Auckland's Best Boutique Bottle Shops for 2024

    The country's only dedicated whisky shop, a fill-your-own growler station and a lavish space with more than 400 bottles to choose from.

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    Sydney's Best Bottle Shops and Boutique Cellars for 2024

    Funky natural wines, craft beers and artisanal spirits are easier to find than you may think.

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    Six Spots to Enjoy Bottomless Boozy Brunch in Auckland

    Start your weekend with unlimited bubbly, beer, vino and cocktails (and ruin all regular brunches forever).

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    The Best Cafes for Working or Studying in Auckland for 2024

    Load up on caffeine, tap into the wifi and work your magic in one of these laptop-friendly cafes.

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    Now Open: Hijinx Hotel Has Launched Its First OTT Brisbane Challenge Room Bar at Chermside

    First came Holey Moley, and now this New York hotel-themed games bar has set up shop at the northside shopping centre.

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    Nelly Robinson on NEL's New Degustation Menu Inspired By Singapore

    Lauded for his innovative (and occasionally kooky) themed degustation menus, Chef Nelly Robinson gives us the low-down on the upcoming menu inspired by the sights and flavours of Singapore.

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    A Sip From Melbourne Distillery The Gospel Was Just Named Australia's Best Whiskey

    The distillery's Straight Rye Whiskey scored big at the International Wine & Spirit Competition, also ranking as the second best rye whisky in the world.

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    Just In: The Oxford Tavern Is Closing and the Odd Culture Team Will Step Away From the Beloved Pub

    The Petersham watering hole's last day will be on Sunday, April 2 — with no new tenant currently in line to take over the reins from Odd Culture.

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    What To Do This Easter Weekend If You're Feeling The Need For Something 'Extra'

    With four days of freedom and a whole city at your fingertips, there's no limit to potential adventures.

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    Now Open (Again): The Wickham Is Welcoming Brisbanites Back in Following a $3.1-Million Makeover

    The Fortitude Valley pub's latest incarnation includes a weather-proofed beer garden, late-night snacks, monthly drag brunches and a dedicated food menu for dogs.

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    Sydney's Odd Culture Group Is Opening Its First Melbourne Venue in Fitzroy This May

    For their next trick, the legends behind The Duke of Enmore and The Old Fitz are launching a bar and bottle shop on Brunswick Street.

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    Cocktail Porter's DIY Messina Cocktails in Easter Eggs Are Back and Ready to Be Delivered to Your Door

    If you're not drinking salted caramel cocktails out of Easter eggs, is it really Easter?

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    Raise a Pint: Good Beer Week Returns This May for a Fresh Round of Frothy Festivities

    A beer-infused bakeoff, Indigenous collab brews and beery banquets galore — the hoppiest time of the year is almost here.

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    Edward Street's 168-Year-Old Victory Hotel Has Reopened Under New Management Ahead of a Huge Revamp

    Its heritage facade will remain, but expect an interior transformation under Athena Group, who expect to lodge a development application in 2024.

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    Chocolate Brand Mork and The Gospel Distillery Have Created a Cacao Husk Liqueur for Easter

    The Melbourne duo has transformed leftover single-origin cacao husks into a rich, fruity spirit — but there's only a limited number of bottles up for grabs.

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    Tradition Meets Technique: Three Hospo Heavyweights on the Enduring Nature of Japanese Food in Australia

    When it comes to Japanese cuisine, the beauty's in the seasonality and the considered simplicity.

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    Save the Date: Pinot Palooza Is Returning to Its Spring Timing for Its 2023 East Coast Tour

    Australia's pinot parties are back, hitting up Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne in October.

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    Surfers Paradise's Old Hard Rock Cafe Is Set to Become a 900-Person Brewpub Pouring 4 Pines Beers

    The giant guitar is gone, with a sports bar and brewpub featuring the Gold Coast’s largest island bar taking its place from summer 2024.

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    Bartender Tom Egerton on What Makes Hong Kong's Cocktail Scene One of the Best in the World

    Year after year, Hong Kong cocktail haunts make the list of the World's Best Bars. How do they do it?

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    Neptune's Nic Coulter Is Opening an Ever-Evolving Bar and Music Venue in the Former Galah Digs

    Launching in April, Young Hearts will serve up a rotating arts and music program, backed by locally-focused drinks and bi-annual kitchen residencies.

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    This Aussie Distillery Is Elevating Easter with a New Edition of Its Hot Cross Bun-Inspired Rum

    The Grove's latest limited-edition release tastes like a hot cross bun in a glass — and it's available to order now in time for your Easter celebrations.

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    Kisumé Executive Chef Yonge Kim on Plating Up Modern Takes of Traditional Japanese Dishes

    "Local ingredients, traditional methods. When you go to have a pizza in New York, it’s not the same as Milan. But, there’s nothing wrong with it… every food is localised.”

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    Archie Rose's Latest Tipple Is a Bottled Lamington Cocktail That's Landed Just in Time for Easter

    Swap chocolate eggs for this boozy take on the classic Australian dessert, which tastes like dark chocolate, raspberry and honeycomb.

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    The Wickham Is Reopening with a Revamped Beer Garden and New Indoor Spaces After a $3.1-Million Makeover

    It's been 138 years since this Fortitude Valley pub first opened its doors — and now its beloved beer garden will be weather-proofed.

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    Sardine Is the New Indoor-Outdoor Drinking Destination Boasting City Skyline Views

    Head along for gochujang wontons, tempura oysters and uninterrupted views of Melbourne's city skyline.

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    Now Open: Collingwood Brewery Molly Rose Has Officially Unveiled Its New Expansion

    The Wellington Street spot now boasts a new bar, beer garden and modern Australian food menu — with a 20-seat chef's table also in the works.

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    A CP Writer — and Seasoned Hong Kong Local — on What He Can't Wait to Experience on His Next Visit

    Now that Hong Kong has reopened to Aussie travellers, it's time to head over and explore this vibrant city's best bits.

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    The Best Advice Ever: Dr Rachel Barrie on Blending Flavours, Her Legacy Career and Approaching Whisky if You're New to the Spirit

    We spoke to Dr Rachel Barrie, aptly named the World’s First Lady of Scotch, to get her advice on all things whisky.

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    Otis Is the Neighbourhood Bar That's Brought Porchetta Rolls and an All-Star Team to Golden Gully's Old Digs

    Leichhardt has scored a charming newcomer with native ingredients at the centre of its cocktails, a hefty happy hour and top-notch sambos.

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    This Pub Chain Is Hosting a Week-Long Espresso Martini Festival at 200-Plus Australian Bars

    Sip martinis all day for an entire week at venues around the country, all to celebrate World Espresso Martini Day.

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    Just In: Lune's Sibling Wine Bar Butler Has Permanently Closed Its South Brisbane Doors

    "We’ve hosted a few amazing parties, drank an incredible amount of beautiful wine and crafted dishes that will remain in our memories. We very much hope they stay in yours, too."

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    Now Open: Ardo's Is Newstead's New Neighbourhood Wine Bar and Bottle Shop From the City Winery Team

    Carl's Bar and Bistro's former home on Wyandra Street is now serving a curated range of vino to sip onsite and take away, plus pintxos, cheese and charcuterie.

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