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    Coming Soon: Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq Is Moving Its Arcade Games and OTT Cocktails to Bowen Hills

    With its old Toombul home closed since the 2022 floods, and now set to be torn down, the circus-themed arcade and bar is heading to King Street.

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    Ricos Tacos' Beloved Chippendale Home Is Closing This Weekend

    Ricos is on the move — with its sunny corner terrace in Chippendale closing down this Sunday before the team moves to a larger site later this year.

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    The Five Best Spots for Yum Cha in Wellington

    From trays of classic dim sum to roast duck and egg tarts — here's where to experience the city's best Cantonese brunches.

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    Ex-'My Kitchen Rules' Host Gareth Stewart Is InterContinental Auckland's Offical Partner Chef

    The luxury hotel, due for completion in late 2023, is partnering with the renowned chef to create its new signature restaurant.

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    Intercontinental Wellington's GPO Restaurant Is Giving NZ Fresh Produce a European and Mediterranean Spin

    Executive chef Carl Maunder brings high-end hotel dining to the capital.

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    Melbourne's New French Restaurant and Bar Reine and La Rue Is Set to Open This August

    The hospitality group behind NOMAD has transformed a grand space within the neo-gothic Melbourne Stock Exchange building into a 150-seat dining room and pint-sized speakeasy.

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    Duck Island and The Avo Tree Are Teaming Up on a Limited-Edition Avocado Rice Bubble Ice Cream

    Forget avocado on toast — it's avocado ice cream's time to shine.

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    Wellington On a Plate Is Returning This August with 17 Burger- and Beer-Filled Days

    This year's festival is dedicated entirely to burgers and beers — with a two-day beer fest hitting Sky Stadium and a burger featuring a half-dozen battered oysters.

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    Belles Hot Chicken Is Bringing Nashville-Style Eats and Whisky Slushies to Its First Ever Bondi Location

    Spicy chicken sandwiches, Nashville-style wings and boozy slushies are coming to the former Hall Street home of Fonda from October.

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    Auckland Restaurant Month Returns This August with Speciality Menus, Masterclasses and Events

    The month-long food gala returns with long lunches, intimate dining experiences and price-point menus.

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    The Best Bakeries in Sydney

    Head to these carb-laden spots for rustic sourdough loaves, flaky croissants and everything in between.

  • News

    Where to Find the Best Fried Chicken in Auckland for 2024

    Heavenly bird done every way imaginable.

  • News

    The Best Chinese Restaurants in Wellington for 2024

    Head to these authentic Chinese spots for wonton noodle soup, fried dumplings and juicy pork buns.

  • News

    Sunshine Coast Food Festival The Curated Plate Is Back for 2023 with 100-Plus Culinary Events

    Feast your way from Caloundra to Coolum, Maleny to Mooloolaba and Buderim to Beerwah, including at bar crawls, overwater picnics and farm-to-fork experiences.

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    Heritage-Listed Balmain Pub The Dry Dock Will Return Under New Owners Later This Year

    The historic corner pub was first opened in the 1850s — and it's being revitalised with a former Rockpool and Felix chef leading the kitchen.

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    Nundah's 135-Year-Old Royal Hotel Has Relaunched with a New Music Venue After a $1.1-Million Makeover

    The Sandgate Road pub now boasts a 200-person entertainment space upstairs, plus a refreshed bistro that's slinging brisket burgers and doughnut fries.

  • News

    Newtown's New Wine Bar Famelia Is Here to Help You Find Your Next Favourite Drop

    Now open in Cittavino's former home, this new pint-sized bar offers wine flights, pét-nat spritzes and a try-before-you-buy bottle shop.

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    Multi-Level CBD Stalwart Jacksons on George Is Finally Set to Reopen in September

    The expansive Circular Quay venue will boast a ground-floor pub, luxe first-floor bistro and breezy rooftop bar.

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    Australia's Hot Chocolate Festival Is Back for 2023 with Booze, Biscoff and a 'Barbie'-Inspired Flavour

    Three Victorian chocolateries are serving up 31 different varieties in August, including via at-home packs.

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    Now Open: Carmen Is the New James Street Tequileria That's Heroing Agave Cocktails and Small-Batch Mezcals

    Also serving up Mexican bites, this 80-seater hails from the hospitality team behind rooftop venues Lina and Soko.

  • News

    Oktoberfest in the Gardens Is Back for 2023 with Another Round of Big Bavarian Celebrations

    This one-day German party features food stalls, roving performers, rides, sideshows and a silent disco.

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    Oktoberfest in the Gardens Is Bringing Its Big Bavarian Celebration to Brisbane for the First Time

    Already a hit around the rest of Australia, this one-day German party features food stalls, roving performers, rides, sideshows and a silent disco.

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    Pizza Hut Is Giving Away 200 Free Pizzas for Every Single Goal Scored During the Women's World Cup

    For each goal that the Matildas kick, there'll be 600 free pizzas on offer.

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    The Dolphin Hotel Has Enlisted the Help of an Ex-Bella Brutta Chef to Revamp Its Pizza Menu

    You'll now find Delfino Pizzeria serving up Italian surf and turf, New York sausage and eggplant ragu pizzas inside one of Sydney best pubs.

  • News

    Nine Culinary Experiences to Book on Your European Summer Holiday

    Eat and drink your way through Europe this summer with help from the local experts.

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    The Top 50 Bars in Asia for 2023 Were Just Unveiled So Add These to Your Wish List

    From Taipei to Tokyo, here are the continent's best boozers to bookmark for your next getaway.

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    Now Open: French-Inspired Pastry Haven Rise Bakery Has Launched Its First Brisbane Outpost

    This Gold Coast favourite has expanded north, launching at Portside Wharf with a limited menu and takeaways before its official opening in August.

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    Now Open: GPO Is Finally Back with Three Venues in One After a Massive $9-Million Makeover

    Whether you're after cocktails and 'Gatsby'-style vibes, a luxe dinner or post-work drinks, the 136-year-old Fortitude Valley building has the spot.

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    The Plate It Forward Crew Is Bringing Not One But Two Game-Changing Eateries to North Sydney

    You'll find buttery pies at Anything But Humble and Afghani dumplings at Kabul Social — with both eateries championing flavour-filled dishes that give back.

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    Beloved Sydney Haunt The Lansdowne Hotel Is Up for Sale Right Now If You've Got a Spare $25 Million

    The Chippendale stalwart is being shopped around with a multimillion-dollar price tag — and it won't necessarily remain a pokie-free live music venue under new owners.

  • News

    McDonald's Is Opening the World's First Fry-Thru in Australia — and It's Even Shaped Like Giant Fries

    Would you like fries from that? A pop-up Macca's shaped like a five-metre-tall packet of fries is hitting Sydney for the Women's World Cup.

  • News

    Ezra's Vibrant New Next-Door Neighbour Raja Celebrates an Underappreciated Side of Indian Cuisine

    Ex-Firedoor chef Ahana Dutt heads up this new Kellett Street spot, which combines regional Indian creations with NSW fresh produce.

  • News

    Sydney's Best Boozy Bottomless Brunches for 2024

    Swap your morning muesli for a mimosa and your sunrise coffee for an espresso martini.

  • News

    An Ex-1800 Lasagne Chef Has Just Opened a New French Bistro In Northcote

    RIP Bar Nonno. Welcome to the neighbourhood, Ruckers Hill.

  • News

    Now Open: Chadstone's European Brasserie Cityfields Has Launched a New Terrace Rooftop Bar

    Just like Chadstone itself, Cityfields keeps on growing. Welcome to The Terrace.

  • Guide

    Group Dining: The Best International Restaurants for Celebrating the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™

    Get the gang together to fully embrace this footy season with a culinary journey throughout Sydney.

  • News

    The Culture Vulture's Guide to Getting the Most Out of Your Sydney Stay for the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™

    Make the most out of your Sydney trip with a healthy dose of culture alongside your football fever.

  • News

    Now Open: Salma's Canteen Has Officially Arrived in Rosebery From the Saga and Kepos Teams

    Just weeks after shutting Saga, Andy Bowdy is back with this welcoming lunch spot in collaboration with Michael Rantissi of Kepos Street Kitchen.

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    New Zealand's Rippon Winery Was Just Named the 11th Best Vineyard in the World for 2023

    The Central Otago winery was also named the best vineyard in Australasia, beating out winemakers from across the ditch.

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    Three Australian Wineries Were Just Named in the World's Best 50 Vineyards for 2023

    South Australia's d'Arenberg, Henschke and Penfolds Magill Estate have all been recognised as top wine destinations — but New Zealand's Rippon was named the best in Australasia.

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    Now Open: Three Blue Ducks' New Regional Restaurant Celebrates Fresh Produce and Big Flavours

    Three Blue Ducks Bellingen has arrived within 16 acres of picturesque gardens surrounded by Dorrigo National Park.

  • News

    Red Wine Fans, Rejoice: Pinot Palooza Will Showcase 50-Plus Wineries When It Tours Australia in 2023

    Australia's huge pinot party is turning 11 with top-notch tipples from Australia, New Zealand and beyond — and a new stop in Perth.

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