Alec Jones

Alec is a Branded Content Writer at Concrete Playground, he's also one of the few Sydney resident editors who lives north of the Harbour Bridge. As such, he's proudly representing the northern beaches and north shore in writing whenever possible.

Favourite bar in Sydney: Mjølner in Redfern is probably my favourite spot, a fantastic menu and really experiential dining. I love taking people for the first time and seeing their reactions to the entire process, it never fails to entertain. Definitely get a cocktail and the chocolate bone brûlée for dessert.

News
The Gospel of Good Service, According to Small Business Owners Who Know It Best

"How do we provide something different that doesn't have a dollar amount attached to it? That's why service matters."

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Cafe
Good Measure

193 Lygon Street, Carlton

The best cafes moonlight as cocktail bars.

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Restaurant
Lucy Liu Kitchen and Bar

23 Oliver Lane, Melbourne

A laneway favourite that's been dishing out drunken chicken, banquet menus and international drinks for over a decade.

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Bar
KURA - Robata & Sake

30 Lygon Street, Brunswick East

Top-shelf sake and izakaya are the name of the game at this Brunswick mainstay.

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Bar
Bar Bellamy

164 Rathdowne Street, Carlton

A constantly shifting bistro menu meets damn fine martinis in the heart of Carlton.

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Restaurant
Izakaya by Tamura

343 Smith Street, Fitzroy

The best extension of a standout saké bar? Not one but two floors of izakaya around it.

Book a Table

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News
Great Southern Nights Is Taking Over Sydney with Two Weeks of Live Gigs

The Harbour City will be home to the hottest festival lineup this side of the Great Dividing Range.

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News
Get Your Gig Fix in Newcastle with These Great Southern Nights Events

Great Southern Nights is bringing the party to Newcastle this autumn.

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News
Eight Lesser-Known Dishes You Need to Try on a Tour of Japan

Forget sushi or ramen, these local specialties showcase what makes Japanese food truly great.

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Event
Hyundai Australia Boardriders Battle Series 12 Grand Final Presented by NRMA Insurance

Sat, 12 Apr - Sun, 13 Apr 2025
Burleigh Hill, Burleigh Heads

The annual club surfing championship returns to the Gold Coast.

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Event
Section 8 Birthday Beach Party

Mon, 24 Feb - Sun, 2 Mar 2025
Section 8, Melbourne

The return of a cult classic Melbourne laneway party to celebrate a very special occasion.

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News
Get Ready to Rock Out in Wollongong with This Lineup of Great Southern Nights Gigs

Do the 'gong justice when you swing by for Great Southern Nights.

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News
Great Southern Nights Is Set to Rock the Central Coast

How to make the most of one of Sydney's top daytrip destinations for Great Southern Nights.

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Restaurant
St David Dairy

16-18 Saint David Street, Fitzroy

This Fitzroy establishment scales dairy back to its roots.

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News
Six Headline Events that You Can Book Now and Pay for Later

Don't let a good time put a good dent in your savings.

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Event
Country by Candlelight: Australia Tour

Sat, 1 Mar - Sat, 22 Mar 2025
Various venues across Australia

Once you've left your nine-to-five, walk the line to this country concert in a city near you.

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The Music of Fleetwood Mac By Candlelight: Australia Tour

Fri, 28 Feb - Fri, 28 Mar 2025
Various venues across Australia

Relive the music of one of rock music's all-time great bands with this concert tour.

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Six Melbourne Venues Screening the Super Bowl for NFL Superfans

If you're looking to tune in to the biggest event in American sporting, do it right at these spots around town.

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What's on in Frankston: 2025 Events

Multiple single dates
Various Frankston venues

From European beach clubs to street art and sand sculpting, here's everything hitting Frankston in early 2025.

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You Could Win Tickets to See The Jungle Giants (DJ Set) and the Australian Open For You and Three Mates

We’ve got a bunch of seats saved — and one of them has your name on it.

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