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    Santa Has Come Early: Nel Is Bringing Back Its 11-Course Christmas-Themed Degustation for 2023

    This year, the Sydney restaurant is paying tribute to Christmas traditions, complete with mini crab crumpets, nanna's potatoes and a festive Danish dessert.

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    Messina Is Bringing Back Its OG Christmas Gelato Trifle to Make 2023's Festive Season Extra Delicious

    December just got tastier — and it even comes topped with chocolate cherries.

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    Now Open: Agnes Is the Charming New Marrickville Cafe From the West Juliett Team

    A dormant Marrickville building has been transformed into this bustling new cafe with a former Flour and Stone pastry chef in the kitchen.

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    Now Open: Belles Hot Chicken Has Finally Brought Its Nashville-Style Chicken to Bondi

    Belles is offering a 20.26-percent discount for all Bondi residents for the first 20 days of trade at its new Hall Street opening.

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    Coming Soon: Metita Is Chef Michael Meredith's New Restaurant Focusing on Pasifika Cuisine

    Moore is drawing on his Samoan heritage in his new SkyCity venture, which is dedicated to his mother.

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    Proper Crisps Has Made a Big Change to One Key Ingredient Thanks to Our Mates Across the Ditch

    Following widespread damage to kūmara crops across Aotearoa, Proper Crisps is temporarily switching to sweet potato.

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    Tips for Hosting the Most Luxurious At-Home Cocktail Party

    Bring the bar home with these tips for an elevated cocktail party in the comfort of your home.

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    The Plate It Forward Team Has Arrived in Chippendale with Its New Family-Led Opening Kyiv Social

    Next to the Lansdowne you'll find traditional and inventive Ukrainian eats created by Ukrainians who have recently arrived in Australia.

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    Krispy Kreme Will Give You a Free Doughnut If You Head to One of Its Stores in Costume on Halloween

    What's better than sweet glazed doughnuts? Free sweet glazed doughnuts for getting spooky.

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    Now Open: Abbotsford Convent's New Garden Restaurant Julie Delivers Fresh Seasonal Delights in a Charming Setting

    Abbotsford Convent's latest culinary addition is dishing up a produce-driven menu in a chill, unpretentious scenic setting.

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    Now Open: Local Produce Is the Star at Tempo Kitchen & Bar on the Geelong Waterfront

    Dive into the flavours of Victoria at Geelong's new kid on the block, offering a seafood and grill menu that celebrates local produce and Australian cuisine.

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    Melbourne's Brand-New Dumpling Market Is Popping Up by the Yarra for 18 Delicious November Days

    This openair food extravaganza promises an array of dumplings from around the globe, live entertainment and a selection of drinks — all at Birrarung Marr.

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    Coming Soon: Cucina Regina Is the 160-Seat Italian Restaurant That's Opening at Queen's Wharf

    A sibling venue to the Gold Coast's Cucina Vivo, it'll serve up woodfired pizzas, homemade pasta, and Italian wine and cocktails.

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    Win a $2500 Omakase Dining Experience to Enjoy at Besuto in Circular Quay

    Enjoy an omakase feast with your mates at this stunning eatery in Sydney's CBD.

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    Now Open: QT Melbourne's Rooftop Bar Has Relaunched for Sky-High Drinks After a Spring Revamp

    You've now got new cocktails to sip and dishes to eat — and new alcoves to get cosy in, plus an outdoor bar.

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    La Prima Is the Tiny New Speakeasy Hidden Inside Maybe Sammy's El Primo Sanchez

    Put your exploration cap on — it's time to search for Sydney's newest speakeasy hidden inside the Maybe Sammy crew's Paddington mezcal bar.

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    Mumbaiwala Is Celebrating Diwali and the Cricket World Cup with Indian-Inspired Burgers

    If you needed an excuse to indulge in a fried butter chicken burger, Indian eatery Mumbaiwala is giving you two good ones.

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    Now Open: Gallery Lounge Is QT Wellington's New Gin Bar with Art, Build-Your-Own Drinks and Live Music

    This opulent space brings together art and gin on the hotel's ground floor — and it does a daily martini hour.

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    The NSW Government Wants to Facilitate More Outdoor Dining and Live Music Through New Reforms

    The Vibrancy Reforms promise to cut down on red tape around al fresco dining, live music, diversifying venue offerings and noise complaints.

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    Live Music, Classic Charm and Pocari Sweat: Welcome to High Note, Northcote's New Music Bar

    The historic Northcote Theatre has gotten a musical makeover courtesy of the Crown Ruler crew — -prepare for live acts, workshops and a whole new vibe.

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    Now Open: ANTARA 128 Has Arrived in Melbourne's CBD with a Rule-Bending Bakery and a Lavish All-Day Eatery

    The long-awaited arrival of ANTARA 128 is finally here — and it stars artisanal bakery goods and a contemporary Australian take on European-centric dishes.

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    Kenilworth Country Bakery Is Bringing Its Famed Coffee- and Hot Chocolate-Filled Doughnuts to Bribie Island

    Before 2023 is out, you'll have a third place to visit to grab sweet treats from this Sunshine Coast favourite.

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    Sydney's Maybe Sammy and Melbourne's Caretaker's Cottage Have Made 2023's World's 50 Best Bars List

    Making the list for the fifth year in a row, Maybe Sammy is now ranked 15th in the world.

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    Ito Is the Two-Storey Japanese Izakaya That's Moved Into Cuckoo Callay's Old Surry Hills Digs

    A beloved Sydney space has been reborn as a sake- and seafood-loving restaurant with a former Cho Cho San and Nobu chef at the helm.

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    Now Open: The Bistecca Team Has Launched Its New No-Fuss CBD Steakhouse and Cocktail Bar Alfie's

    Sirloin steaks at your table in 15 minutes or less, Sydney's coldest martini and British bar snacks are all on offer at Bligh Street's new approachable steakhouse.

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    We're Giving Our Readers the Chance to Host a Luxury Cocktail Party For Up to 40 Guests

    Enjoy four hours of whiskey cocktails and canapés at home, provided by Woodford Reserve.

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    Now Open: MING Dining Is Melbourne CBD's New Cantonese-Inspired Restaurant

    Feast your way through roasted bone marrow twisted with a ginger salsa verde, gochujang-coated Black Angus beef ribs, or grilled bugs tossed through XO sauce.

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    Win a Double Pass to a Four-Course Dinner with Matching Cocktails at Three Blue Ducks Rosebery

    We have 15 double passes to giveaway to this special dining event.

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    Coming Soon: In Great News for Mezcal Fiends, Ghost Donkey Is Opening Its First Australian Outpost

    Experience a slice of New York's mezcal scene at Melbourne's next go-to for premium mezcal, cocktails and Mexican bites.

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    The Strand Hotel Has Received a Luxe Revamp with Revered Chef Clayton Wells Leading the Charge

    Find the Strand Bistrothèque on the ground floor and a revamped open-air rooftop bar starring French-Mediterranean fusion cuisine with city views.

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    Nigella Lawson Is Returning to Australia in 2024 to Share Her Culinary Secrets with Three More Cities

    Get tips from the food icon at in-conversation events in Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide in March.

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    Lune's Sprinkles-Topped Twice-Baked Birthday Cake Croissants Are Back on the Menu Just for October

    This month's specials also include Snickers cruffins, choc-chip cookie pastries and an everything croissant.

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    Queen Vic Market's New Food Hall Will Open in November with an Oyster Bar and Parisian-Style Patisserie

    Queen's Food Hall is set to become the city's latest food playground, serving up an eclectic blend of flavours from around the globe.

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    Melbourne Cocktail Favourite Byrdi Has Been Named in The World's 50 Best Bars 51-100 List for 2023

    Just like in 2021, the La Trobe Street bar is the only Australian joint to make this year's extended list ahead of the top 50 reveal.

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    Now Open: Bistro Morgan Has Brought Its Artisanal Doughnuts and Indulgent Cheese Toasties to Fitzroy

    Morgan Hipworth has expanded his bakery empire, bringing his coveted treats to a second Melbourne location.

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    Two Good Co and Gelato Messina Have Teamed Up to Create a Bunch of Feel-Good Festive Treats

    These beloved Sydney crews are joining forces on an exclusive range of sweet treats — and each purchase will contribute to helping women and children in need.

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    Melbourne's Streets Just Got a Little Sweeter Thanks to the City's First-Ever Cupcake Vending Machines

    Forget flying cars and robot servants — Melbourne's new cupcake vending machines prove the future is here, and it's sweet.

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    Now Open: Vertigo Serves Dinner 17 Metres Up While You're Hanging Over the Side of Brisbane Powerhouse

    The Australian-first vertical dining experience is now welcoming patrons for a meal with a view (and matched wines) at Brisbane Powerhouse.

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    A Deep Dive into Shun: The Time-Honoured Japanese Tradition of Embracing Seasonality

    The timeless practice of harvesting produce at the peak of seasonality and taking note of the present moment.

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    Now Open: Martinez Terrace Is the Breezy 160-Person Rooftop Bar That's Perched Above Circular Quay

    An openair terrace with views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Mediterranean-inspired eats and spring-ready spritzes — say no more.

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    Now Open: Khanaa Is an Avant-Garde Bengali Restaurant by Acclaimed Chef Opel Khan

    Khan puts a modern spin on Bengali fare with leading gastronomic techniques and inventive flavours.

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