• Guide

    Melbourne's Most Popular Bars of 2023 So Far

    Sprawling brewery bars, seaside pubs and cosy drinking dens — they’ve all grabbed your attention so far this year.

  • News

    Now Open: The 1st Edition Crew's New Bar and Restaurant Viva La Cali Has Landed in California Lane

    A California-inspired joint was destined for this patch of Fortitude Valley at some point — and this one does pork belly tacos, beef tartare and Peruvian doughnuts.

  • News

    Bribie Island Hotel Has Added Greenery-Covered Pods to Its Fairy Light-Lit Beer Garden for Winter

    These aren't any old igloos — they're domes decked out in greenery and florals, plus flamingos.

  • News

    The Bar Suze Team Is Keeping Busy with a New Potts Point Venue and a Pivot at Its OG Restaurant

    From July, Bar Suze will become B.S. Pasta Palace — and the team is opening a new French wine bar next to Piccolo Bar.

  • Guide

    Brisbane's 20 Most Popular Bars of 2023 So Far

    Multi-level riverside gardens, European-inspired wine havens, revamped pubs and challenge-room bars — they’ve all grabbed your attention in 2023 to-date.

  • News

    North Melbourne's Courthouse Hotel Has Quietly Reopened Following a Major Refurbishment

    The Courthouse Hotel is officially back open for business following a stunning restoration and refurbishment project by four hospo pros.

  • News

    Now Open: Gimlet's Long-Awaited Little Sister Apollo Inn Has Landed in Flinders Lane

    Andrew McConnell's first standalone cocktail bar, Apollo Inn, has just opened in Melbourne. Come along and set your watch back to 1956.

  • News

    Lina Is Getting a Two-Month-Long Winter Makeover with Rooftop Igloos, Snow and Firepits

    Cheese and chocolate fondue, mulled wine and marshmallows will also be on offer when this sky-high South Brisbane spot embraces the frosty season.

  • News

    Four Pillars and QT Hotels Have Teamed Up on a Limited-Edition Wild Fennel, Sage and Vetiver Gin

    Just like their first collaboration in 2021, you'll only be able to drink this drop at the hotel chain's bars — or you can order a bottle for your liquor cabinet.

  • News

    The SOUL Dining Team Has Transformed Its Charming Corner Terrace Into the Sleek Bar SOUL

    SOUL Deli has moved a few doors down, and in its place comes a welcoming neighbourhood bar and all-day diner.

  • News

    Now Open: Patio Is Rosalie's New Neighbourhood Bar with a Sunny Beer Garden From the Range Brewing Team

    Kicking back here means pairing brews and sunshine in a space inspired by old-school Aussie pubs — and sitting around the fairy light-lit courtyard tree.

  • Guide

    Ten Hidden and Underground Cocktails Bars for Banter, Brews and Bourbon

    Time to cosy with your favourite bourbon cocktail at a secret bar hidden along (and underneath) Sydney's streets.

  • News

    Young Henrys and the South Sydney Rabbitohs Have Teamed Up to Release the Glory Haze XPA

    Two Sydney institutions have collaborated on a new citrusy beer celebrating five years of partnership.

  • News

    Ardo's Second Neighbourhood Wine Haven Is Now Pouring in Graceville — and a Hawthorne Bar Is Next

    The City Winery team's new vino empire just keeps expanding, with a third venue in Brisbane's inner east also on the way.

  • Feature

    Good as Gold: How an American Bourbon Maker and Australian Beekeeping Family Came to Work Together

    Two pioneering companies have come together to create the sweetest collaboration we didn’t know we needed. Here's how it happened.

  • News

    Broadbeach's Two-Day Beachside Crafted Beer Festival Returns This Spring with 400-Plus Brews

    More than 50 breweries from across Australia and New Zealand will be pouring their tipples, while Polish Club and Tijuana Cartel lead the music lineup.

  • News

    Oshan Shakes Up South Yarra With Brazilian-Omakase Fusion

    Oshan is something new in South Yarra: Japanese tradition meets Brazilian fusion. And the result is fireworks on a plate.

  • News

    Beginning with Gin: Three Winning Wintry Cocktails to Make Ahead of World Gin Day

    If you begin with gin and add a few simple three-step cocktail recipes, you've got the makings of a standout lineup of sips this World Gin Day.

  • News

    Tippler's Tap Is Moving Its South Bank Beer Bar to Bigger Digs and Introducing Self-Serve Taps

    The Grey Street venue's "pour your own" system will span 14 self-serve beers and four self-serve cocktails.

  • News

    Award-Winning Cocktail Bar Eau-de-Vie Has Reopened in Its New Home Three Years After Leaving Darlinghurst

    Once 13th on the World's 50 Best Bars list, Eau-de-Vie is back, partnered with a luxurious new steak and seafood restaurant.

  • News

    Four Pillars Is Doing Bloody Shiraz and Bloody Pinot Noir Gins for 2023 — and Hosting a Midwinter Gin Fest

    What's better than one bloody great gin? Two, plus 15 events celebrating Four Pillars' cult-favourite tipples across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Viva La Cali Is Fortitude Valley's New Laneway Bar and Restaurant From the 1st Edition Crew

    Banh mi-inspired tacos, beef tartare with jalapeños and chilli mango coconut slushies are on the menu at this newcomer to California Lane.

  • News

    Hawke's Bay Has Just Been Named the 12th Great Wine Capital of the World

    If you've always thought that the New Zealand region produces top drops, you're right — and now if has an official tick of approval.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Patio Is the Leafy New Neighbourhood Bar Bringing Range Brewing's Beers to Rosalie

    Moga Izakaya & Sushi's former home is set to become an Aussie pub-influenced watering hole with a sunny beer garden.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Carmen Is the New 80-Seater Mexican Restaurant and Tequileria Opening on James Street

    This upcoming addition to Brisbane's inner north will pair poached lobster tacos with small-batch mezcals, plus plenty of agave and tequila cocktails.

  • News

    Coffee Supreme Has Released a Range of Canned Iced Coffee So You Can Stay Caffeinated on the Run

    The three new flavours are ready to be packed into gym bags, picnic baskets and eskies.

  • News

    First Look: Have a Peek at the Revamped Riverland's New Three-Tier Waterfront Deck on Eagle Street

    From Monday, May 22, this waterside spot will officially relaunch after a $3.5-million renovation.

  • News

    The World's Best Barista for 2022 Is Coming to Brisbane to Pour Top-Notch Coffees

    For five days, Melbourne's Axil Coffee and barista Anthony Douglas will be slinging caffeine at Brisbane's InterSection Project on Mary Street.

  • News

    A Melbourne Barista Has Just Been Named Australia's Coffee-Making Champion for 2023

    For the second year in a row, Melbourne's Axil Coffee has been crowned home to the country's best barista.

  • Guide

    The Best Bars and Pubs with Beer Gardens and Boozy Courtyards in Sydney

    It's a shame to be sitting inside whenever the sun comes out. Particularly if you've got a drink in hand.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • Feature

    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."

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    Eight Melbourne Parks Fit For a BYO Booze Picnic (and Where to Pick Up Snacks Beforehand)

    Head to the park for a boozy picnic with the finest snacks you can find along the way.

  • Guide

    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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