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    Now Open: Tanuki Is Double Bay's Fun-Loving New Izakaya with an Ex-Sushi e Chef at the Helm

    The Matteo team has opened another Bay Street winner with this vibrant new Japanese bar and diner.

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    Lune Wants You to Spend February Choosing Between Its Finger Bun Croissant and Cherry Ripe Pain au Chocolat

    Of course, you could always try both — and a tiramisu pudding and berry juniper cruffin — as part of the cult pastry chain's February-only specials menu.

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    Now Open: Dapl Is the New Restaurant Heroing Native Australian Ingredients Inside Brisbane's Amora Hotel

    On the menu: peppermint gum lamb, jaffa mousse with eucalyptus honeycomb, and a beer that pays tribute to mango and macadamia Weis bars.

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    Where to Find the Best Ice Cream and Gelato in Melbourne

    Whether you like your gelato and ice cream scoops creamy, salty, vegan or served with hot chips, you can find them here.

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    Coming Soon: Melbourne's Famous American Doughnut Kitchen Van Is Opening a Bricks-and-Mortar Shop in Prahran Market

    Soon, Southsiders won't have to travel up to Queen Vic Market to nab a bag of these hot jam doughnuts.

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    There's Something for Everyone at Clarence Street's New Basement Cocktail Bar Now and Then

    Pét-nats and sage-infused spritzes meet shandys and sherry cobblers at the new subterranean spot from the Door Knock team.

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    Now Open: Celebrity Chef Karen Martini Is Running the Show at St Kilda's New Saint George

    Martini is leaving her stamp all over the new Saint George — not just in the kitchen. And we are all for it.

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    Now Open: Bar Rocco Is Coorparoo's New Italian Osteria From Ramona Trattoria's Ashley-Maree Kent

    Leicester Street has scored a second venue from the European Australian restaurateur and chef, this time seating 40 for snacks, wine and cocktails.

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    Now Open: The French Cafe Has Transformed into a Central Auckland Dining Hub

    The top Auckland restaurant has undergone a makeover and now boasts two restaurants, a bar and private dining rooms.

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    Massive New 104-Seat Peruvian Restaurant Callao Has Just Opened Its Doors in Barangaroo

    Callao is the stunning new Nikkei diner that's bringing a crudo- and steak-heavy menu to Barangaroo Avenue.

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    Newtown's Highly Anticipated New Underground Live Music and Cocktail Bar Is Finally Opening in February

    The Odd Culture Group is opening Pleasure Club just off King Street — with a 4am license and cocktails from Re's Matt Whiley.

  • Guide

    The 25 Best Bars in the Sydney CBD

    If you find yourself in Sydney's CBD and in need of a few bevs, drop by any of these exceptional bars. You'll find experimental cocktails, low-intervention wines, local beers and heaps of refined eats.

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    Where to Dance and Drink the Night Away in Hong Kong Like the Locals Do

    Unleash your inner night owl with recommendations from a Hong Kong local with a serious nightlife pedigree.

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    Coming Soon: The Preston Hotel Is Opening a New Rooftop Cocktail Bar with Pizza, Tapas and Uninterrupted City Views

    Lulu Bar will be hosting DJs, rooftop film screenings and wine tastings throughout the year.

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    Ten Sydney Date Ideas That Aren't Just 'Grabbing a Drink'

    If you're seeking romance that's never stale, here's a bunch of Sydney date ideas that go above and beyond a trip to the bar.

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    Bartiga Is Double Bay's Sunny New Southeast Asian Restaurant and Neighbourhood Bar

    A former Tetsuya's chef leads the way at this sunny corner spot offering XO pipi linguine, red curry bug rolls and beef rendang sausage rolls.

  • Guide

    The Best Melbourne Restaurants for an Excellent Lunar New Year Feast

    These are the best restaurants in Melbourne celebrating the Year of the Dragon this Lunar New Year — or putting on fitting feasts all year round.

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    Noods, Wonton and Lobster Roll Alert: Luxe George Street Chinese Restaurant Donna Chang Is Now Doing Takeaway

    You can now enjoy the Brisbane CBD eatery's Dan Dan noodles, cumin spiced lamb buns, scallop and prawn wontons, and lobster rolls at home.

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    Raise Your Tinnies: Australia's Hottest 100 Craft Beers of 2023 Have Just Been Announced

    For the second year in a row, Mountain Culture's Status Quo Pale Ale has taken out the GABS Hottest 100 Aussie Craft Beers poll.

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    Now Open: Melbourne Just Scored a New Dessert Shop That's Best Known for Bringing Mochi Doughnuts to Australia

    It's serving up its famous Japanese-style mochi doughnuts alongside soft-serve ice cream and ornate cakes.

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    Three Interstate Bars Are Coming to Brisbane for One-Night Takeovers of Frog's Hollow Saloon and Alice

    Sip drinks from Sydney's Bar Planet, plus Cry Baby and Memphis Slim’s House Of Blues in Adelaide, without leaving the River City.

  • News

    Lagoon Dining and Piccolina Have Teamed Up to Create a Series of Chinese- and Malaysian-Inspired Gelatos for Lunar New Year

    The two crews are also throwing a lunchtime noodle and gelato party for Lunar New Year.

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    Future Brewing Is St Peters' New Cali-Style Microbrewery Pouring Boundary-Pushing Beer

    Tuck into an exciting rotation of brews from this brand-new microbrewery and taproom in Sydney's Inner West.

  • Guide

    Sydney Bars and Restaurants That Are Undeniably, Unabashedly Romantic

    Low lighting, jazz playlists, opulent cocktails — these date spots will help you to start planning the perfect Valentine's Day.

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    Uber Eats and Planet Ark Have Teamed Up to Solve Your Takeaway Packaging Waste Woes

    If takeaway waste is giving you the guilts, this new sustainability program will hopefully make your pepperoni pizza more palatable.

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    Now Open: Token Is a New Izakaya-Inspired Diner from the Team Behind Some of Melbourne's Best Brunch Spots

    Get around sashimi and temaki from the raw bar and flame-kissed Japanese eats from the yakitori grill.

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    Now Open: South Brisbane Has Welcomed a New Modern Italian Restaurant That Takes Its Cues From Lake Como

    Como serves up Euro summer vibes, spaghetti champagne lobster and a ten-option spritz range with drinks inspired by different regions of Italy.

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    Odd Culture Group Is Throwing a Free Summer Street Party to Raise Cash for The Old Fitz Theatre

    A Streetparty Named Fitz will bring theatre, music, a next-level barbecue, cocktails and gelato to Woolloomooloo in February.

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    Calling All Vino Lovers: Hawke's Bay Food and Wine Classic Has Announced Its 2024 Program

    The recently appointed Great Wine Capital is eager to show why it is considered the best of the best.

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    The Gertrude Hotel Leaves Its Disco Era Behind, Now Embracing Mediterranean Minimalism in Fitzroy

    The new crew has created a refined Aussie gastropub with Italian influences.

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    Messina Is Serving Up Cheesecake- and Pretzel-Heavy Gelato Tubs for Valentine's Day 2024

    If nothing says love to you like a tub filled with Messina gelato, you're in luck with the dessert chain's February 14 special.

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    Traditional Vino in a Modern Venue: Nick Badrice of Krondorf Wines on the History, Flavours and Future of the Barossa

    Krondorf winery is one of the famed region's producers of exceptional Barossa shiraz with a focus on sophistication without the stuffiness.

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    Coming Soon: SkyCity's Famous Steak Restaurant The Grill Is Making a Triumphant Return

    The Grill is back and ready to reclaim its title as one of the best places to get a steak in Auckland.

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    Coming Soon: Il Mercato Centrale Has Officially Broken Ground on Its Australian-First Venue in Melbourne's CBD

    The Italian artisan market is set to be one of Melbourne CBD's biggest hospitality venues yet.

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    Now Open: Rosella Is Mount Victoria's Newest Neighbourhood Wine Bar

    The windy suburb has a brand new neighbourhood eatery serving up a bold fusion of flavours and European tipples.

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    Here's Everything You Can Eat and Drink at Auckland's St Jerome's Laneway Festival in 2024

    From pizza and pasta to good old hot chips, there are plenty of ways to fuel up before dancing the night away at Laneway 2024.

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    Melbourne, Get Ready for Nonna: Birra Moretti's 'Deliver-a-Nonna' Brings Italian Feasts to Your Front Door

    Melburnians can now experience the warmth and flavours of an authentic Italian nonna meal at home, thanks to Birra Moretti's 'Deliver-a-Nonna' service.

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    Meet Tokyo Motto, A New Day-to-Night Japanese Dining Hub in Melbourne's CBD

    Japanese diner serving inventive fare like ice cream ramen by day, classic dim Tokyo-style izakaya vibe by night.

  • Guide

    The Best Sandwiches in Sydney for Under $15

    At these affordable inner-city Sydney lunch spots, you can wrap your hands around a sensational sandwich for a tenner and some change.

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    Whittaker's Is Releasing a Limited-Edition Easter Chocolate Inspired by the Humble Hot Cross Bun

    You've heard of a chocolate hot cross bun, but what about a hot cross bun in chocolate form?

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    Your Ultimate Companion to Adelaide Fringe 2024

    It's time to get down for a good time.

  • Guide

    The Best Seafood Restaurants in Sydney

    Here's where to find Sydney's best seafood — across fine diners, local neighbourhood eateries and lavish omakase haunts.

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