GABS Hits Pause: Australia's Biggest Beer Festival Takes a Breather Ahead of a 2027 Return

Following a takeover from the Schwartz Family Company, this much-loved beer festival will brew up some fresh ideas before it returns in a year's time.

ST. ALi Is Helping You Stuff Stockings and Enjoy a Cracking Brew This Christmas with Its Festive Nutcracker Blend

This annual Christmas blend has no interest in subtlety, offering strong festive notes that'll impress your coffee-loving friends and family.

Four Pillars Is Bringing Back Its Pudding-Like Australian Christmas Gin, Perfect for Gifting or Sipping on the Big Day

Marking its tenth limited-edition release, this Aussie-inspired gin features all the notes and character needed to level up your Christmas lunch.

Carlton North's Beloved Monforte Viennoiserie is Finally Serving Barista Coffees — And They're Giving Them Away for Free This Saturday

Lonely Planet Has Named Melbourne's Food Scene One of the World's Top 25 Travel Experiences

From Lune croissants to Palestinian soul food and Italian marketplaces, Melbourne’s culinary scene has officially been crowned one of the world’s best by Lonely Planet.

Espresso Your Views on the Community, as South Melbourne Market Invites Locals to Chat with Cops Over Coffee

Sit for a low-key chat with your neighbourhood officers, as this easygoing session is all about community bonding and engagement.

Melbourne is Getting a Four-Level, Members-Only Private Wine Club with a 5000-Bottle Wine List, Champagne Lounge and Whisky-Centric Rooftop Cocktail Bar

Membership at this exclusive club gives you access to all 67 Pall Mall venues globally.

We Spoke to the Former Owners of The Everleigh About the Cocktail Rules They Live By — and the Drink They Think Will Define This Summer

The duo behind some of Melbourne’s most iconic bars have just released 'The Madrusan Cocktail Companion' — a 2800-recipe behemoth that’s rewriting the rules of modern mixology.

This Just In: Two Australian Bars Have Been Ranked in The World's 50 Best Bars List, With One Popular, Petite-Sized Spot Taking Out The Best Bar in Australasia

The list, as voted for by more than 800 experts across the world, represents an international guide to the best bars and drinking destinations globally.

How to Decode a French Wine List (And Actually Know What You're Ordering)

French wine doesn’t have to be confusing. Here’s how to read a list, understand the regions and order a bottle with confidence.

Australia's Wine List of the Year Awards Have Been Handed Out, and a Melbourne Newcomer Making the Great Wines of the World More Accessible, has Come Out on Top

The Melbourne wine house dominated across many categories this year, and with more than 150 wines by the glass, we’re not surprised.

The Best Wine Bars in Melbourne

Considered fitouts, elevated shared plates and a uniquely curated wine offering — these are our favourite wine bars across the city.

From Little Things: We Asked Established Hospitality Pros How They Turned a Small Business Into a Multi-Venue Brand

The co-founder and director of Mörk Chocolate on growing a hospitality business organically and why staying focused is everything.

The Best Bars in Melbourne

Whether you're on the hunt for an extensive wine collection, a luxe date-night spot or a place to have a little boogie, these are our picks for the best bars in Melbourne.

Treat Your Palate to These Peanut Butter Whisky Cocktails, Developed by a Bartender

With this surprisingly versatile spirit you can recreate PB&J sandwiches or give a creative twist to a classic whiskey cocktail.

Our Editor's Picks for the Best Negronis to Try in Melbourne

Bitter, bold and perfectly balanced: these are Melbourne's best negronis.

Where to Sip Negronis Around Melbourne This Negroni Month

Across September, venues in Melbourne will be pouring their own twist on the classic cocktail to celebrate Negroni Month.

Don't Call It Bubble Tea — Melbourne's Tea Scene Is Growing Up With a New Wave of International Brands Leading the Charge

Premium leaves, whipped cream caps and limited-edition merch mark a new wave in takeaway tea.

John Cena Is Winning Fans in Melbourne, Offering a Delightfully Snobby Take on Why a Flat White Is the Superior Coffee Order

You won't see the multi-hyphenate star drinking anything but a flat white, as he explained in a recent viral video.

Glenfiddich and Aston Martin Have Unveiled a 16-year-old Whisky, Just in Time for Father's Day

If you’re looking for a special Father’s Day gift idea, this collaboration between Glenfiddich and the Aston Martin Formula One Team is sure to tick all the right boxes.

From Simple Sips to Complex Quaffs: Five Ways to Enjoy Peanut Butter Whiskey

Whether you're dipping a toe or diving straight in, here are five easy ways to try this surprisingly versatile flavoured whiskey.

"It's About Perfecting the Basics": Honouring Hakumai with Wen Wang

The Sydney bartender reveals his approach to Japanese craftsmanship and the simple beauty of a rice-based martini.

You Could Win a $200 Voucher to Enjoy Haku Vodka Martinis in Sydney or Melbourne

Whether you like yours shaken, stirred or perfectly paired with a crispy rice snack — this is your sign to book a night out.

Steam Secrets: We Asked a Barista How to Make the Most of Plant-Based Milk

World Barista Champion Anthony Douglas shares his expert advice on steaming, pairing and getting the best out of plant-based milks.

Skrewed Classics: How to Give Your Favourite Cocktails a Peanut Butter Twist

From an old fashioned to an espresso martini, here are seven classic cocktails that taste better with peanut butter whiskey.

Coming Soon: Afloat Will Return to the Yarra This Season with a Vibrant Rio de Janeiro-Inspired Makeover

For its tenth edition, the floating, ever-evolving venue will channel the colour and energy of the Brazilian seaside city.

A Beginner's Guide to Rice Vodka

As drinks go, few are as (literally) polished as rice-based vodka.

Where to Find the Best Matcha in Melbourne

Laced with strawberry, topped with ube cream or spiked with yuzu — however you like it, here's where to get it.

Honouring Hakumai

What does quality vodka and high-end sushi have in common? A humble, but high end grain.

Sip, Snack and Savour: These Melbourne Bars Are Pairing Haku Vodka Martinis with Rice-Inspired Bites

This winter, discover elegant Haku Vodka martinis paired with inventive snacks that celebrate Japanese rice craftsmanship.

Embrace the Cold as the Riviera Winter Wonderland Takes Over Elwood with Ice Skating, Mulled Wine and Private Igloos

Roam the kids’ activities by day, then party throughout the night with DJs, disco skating and cocktails.

Good Heavens Is Transforming Melbourne's Largest Rooftop Bar for Winter, Adding a Curling Rink and Cold-Season Cocktails

Shifting up the summery vibe, the sky-high venue celebrates winter with Heavens Above, a cold-season theme primed to keep you feeling cosy.

The Diageo World Class Finals Will See the Country's Eight Best Bartenders Shaking and Stirring for Their Chance to Represent Australia on the Global Stage

The Diageo World Class national final returns this month — and the winner will go on to represent Australia against the world's best in Toronto later this year.

Little Drink, Big Flavour: Marmont Is Serving a New Mini Cocktail Menu Featuring Eight Concoctions and a Sardine Snack Pairing

Saunter into this restaurant’s Cali-inspired digs to indulge in eight mini cocktails delivered with plenty of punch.

Pidapipo Is Serving Its Cult-Followed Hot Chocolate with a Vegan-Friendly Twist, Only for This Long Weekend

Served exclusively at the Fitzroy Laboratorio, this decadent, winter-warming treat is limited to just 100 cups.

Give the Gift of Free Beer as Heaps Normal's Karma Cases Campaign Invites Customers to Support Their Favourite Venues

Do a good deed for your go-to venue and help others avoid a dreaded hangover.

Jalapeno Wine Is the Latest TikTok Drink That's Landed in Melbourne — and You Can Try It Right Now at Marmont

Crown's Cali-inspired bar and restaurant Marmont is now pouring jalapeño-spiked sauv blanc — and yes, it's as spicy as it sounds.

Four Pillars' Martini Collective Is Back for 2025, Pairing Mini Martinis with Bites Across Sydney and Melbourne

This celebration of the martini is taking over Sydney and Melbourne until mid-June, so you can compare and contrast mini martinis against high-end snacks.

Pidapipo's Cult Hot Chocolate Is Back for Winter — and Every Store Is Now Serving the Drink-Meets-Dessert Favourite

Silky, sweet and oh-so-soothing, Pidadpipo's viral hot chocolate is back to make your winter a little warmer.

Ten CBD and Inner City Spots Where You Can Book EOFY Drinks for the Whole Team

With no minimum spend for EOFY functions at these Melbourne venues, say goodbye to spreadsheets and hello to spritzes.

Where to Take Your Team for EOFY Drinks If They Need to Get Out of the Office for an Afternoon

Celebrate smashing your KPIs with no minimum spend and plenty of fun for EOFY functions at these Melbourne venues.

Now Open: Sat Opposite Southern Cross Station, Quarterhouse Boasts Three Levels of Elevated Pub Cuisine and Game-Day Fun

Catch the game on massive screens, sip cocktails on the rooftop, or stroll to the match from this new multi-level CBD pub.