• News

    A Bunch of Gin and Tonic Gardens Are Popping Up Around Australia This Summer

    Mix, match and experiment with making different varieties — including at the DIY garnish stations.

  • News

    Summertime Social Is Melbourne's New Summery Rooftop Oasis with Boozy Ice Cream and Lawn Games

    There'll also be fried chicken, pop-up bars, retro caravans and live music.

  • Guide

    Eight Melbourne Bars with Views for Days

    Let your worries sashay away as you take in the views with an ice-cold brew at these bars with backdrops.

  • News

    Award-Winning Balter Brewing Company Has Been Snapped Up by Beer Behemoth CUB

    The Gold Coast brewery will no longer be independent as it is acquired by Carlton & United Breweries.

  • News

    A Look Inside Sydney's Summer Pop-Up Bar at the MCA

    Gaze out over the harbour with a drink in hand on your next long weekender in Sydney.

Latest Guides
  • News

    Six Sydney Bars with Epic Views to Take Advantage of This Summer

    Planning a trip up north? Soak in the sights, and the afternoon sun, while you sip a cocktail or two.

  • News

    Old Palm Liquor Is Your New Northside Summer Hangout from the Neighbourhood Wine Crew

    The wine bar has a standout offering of natural drops, a full snack and dinner menu, and the feel of a comfy retro rumpus room.

  • News

    Archie Rose Has Opened a Pop-Up Cocktail Bar in Sydney Airport's International Terminal

    Take your pre-flight game to the next level with local spirits and signature bottled cocktails.

  • News

    Four Pillars Has Been Named the World's Best Gin Producer

    The Yarra Valley-based distillery took out top honours at the 50th Annual International Wine and Spirits Competition in London.

  • Guide

    Five Things to Do This Summer When You Want to Spend All Day Outside

    Sun's out, fun's out — here's where to make the most of the season's outdoor events.

  • News

    Elevate Your Sunday Brunch Party With These Five Quick Fixes

    Win at hosting your own brunch at home, without ever having to let go of your cocktail.

Latest Places
  • Bar

    Hotel Mexico

    238 Whitehall Street, Yarraville

    Hotel Mexico is Yarraville's huge group hang spot that's made for margarita-fuelled sessions.

  • Bar

    Bendigo Hotel Collingwood

    125 Johnston Street, Collingwood

    Collingwood's legendary live music pub The Bendigo Hotel is back in action thanks to The Mill Brewery Crew.

  • Bar

    Punters Club

    376 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy

    Millennials and Gen Zs might lament the loss of Kewpie, but Gen X music lovers will rejoice in seeing this old boozer return to Brunswick Street.

  • Cafe

    Mork Chocolate Looking Glass

    13 Centre Place, Melbourne

    The site is showcasing the team's unconventional chocolate bars, elaborate drinking chocolates that never made it onto the menu, chocolate cocktail pairings and creative desserts.

  • Bar

    Windsor Wine Room

    60 Chapel Street, Windsor

    Keep it classic with a rosé matched with burrata and oysters, or get a bit more playful by pairing a natty number with jerusalem artichoke and hazelnut gnocchi.

  • Bar

    Asado

    6 Riverside Quay, Southbank

    The 250-seat Southbank venue is working magic with an open fire pit and three-metre-long parilla grill.

  • Bar

    Champagne Problems

    238 Little Collins Street, Melbourne

    If you loved drinking and dancing at Evie’s Disco Diner but now feel a little too old for it, consider a trip to its older sibling in the CBD.

  • Bar

    Greenhart Camberwell

    1226 Toorak Road, Camberwell

    This Melbourne wine bar is straying away from the usual European influences, instead showing how contemporary Asian food and Australian wines can be a perfect pairing.

  • Restaurant

    Hotel Lona

    473 Nepean Highway, Frankston

    A two-level venue with a restaurant, public bar and rooftop in one of Frankston’s oldest buildings.

  • Bar

    Moon Dog Wild West

    54 Hopkins Street, Footscray

    Make your way through the swinging saloon doors to find bucking bulls, arcade games, pool tables, a dog-friendly rooftop, and food and drinks aplenty.

  • Feature

    Three Batch Cocktails to Make for Your Next Sunday Afternoon Picnic

    Who doesn't love a lazy afternoon feast in the great outdoors? Here’s how to prepare for a boozy picnic party.

  • News

    You Can Join a Boozy Mad Hatter's Tea Party at This 'Alice in Wonderland'-Inspired Pop-Up Bar

    Go down the rabbit hole to find this part theatre experience, part cocktail class.

  • News

    Five Dinner Party Hacks For The Next Time You're Playing Host

    From sparkling welcome drinks to tactile table cloths, here are five ways to elevate your hosting game.

  • Guide

    Seven Boozy Brunch Spots That Will Help You Feel Human Again (and Keep the Party Going)

    For when you want a recovery session that'll keep the spirits up — quite literally.

  • News

    Scotland's BrewDog Has Opened Its First Australian Brewery and Taproom in Brisbane

    You'll find the multimillion-dollar venue, complete with arcade games, brunch fare and a takeaway shop, next to the Brown Snake.

  • News

    Seven Unexpected Food and Drink Swaps That Really Shouldn't Work but Do

    Discover classic cocktails reinvented, beloved treats made vegan, desserts made with fish and more.

Latest Events
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    This Magical New Beer Festival Will Transport You to Hogsmeade for the Night

    It'll be just like a regular night at The Three Broomsticks, only with less magic and more booze.

  • Feature

    Three Elegant Cocktails to Introduce to Your Next Weekend Lunch Party

    Get ready to shake things up at your next soiree with these easy-to-make cocktails.

  • News

    This Boozy Advent Calendar Will Let You Unwrap a Bottle of Wine on Each of the 12 Days of Christmas

    Wine subscription service Good Pair Days is packaging up its best wines of the year — consider it an early Christmas present to yourself.

  • News

    Where to Try These Fancy French Vanilla Vodka Cocktails in Melbourne

    Try this limited-edition vanilla vodka by Grey Goose at two of Melbourne's top bars.

  • News

    Raise the Bar for After-Work Drinks with These Five Impressive Cocktails

    Upgrade your Friday night with these elegant (yet easy-to-make) cocktails.

  • Guide

    Seven Melbourne Bars That'll Take Your Friday Night Drinks to the Next Level

    Celebrate reaching the end of the working week in style.

  • News

    Why Whisky Highballs Will Be The Surprise Drink of Spring Thanks to These Creative Bartenders

    Melbourne’s innovative bartenders are putting their own spin on the classic drink.

  • News

    Scotland's BrewDog Is About to Open Its Multimillion-Dollar Australian Brewery and Taproom

    Next month, you'll be able to visit its 28-tap bar, arcade room restaurant and sprawling patio.

  • Feature

    The Localist: Inner City

    In the inner city, any laneway could hold the perfect cup of coffee, and a vintage bargain is always just a short tram ride away.

  • News

    Byrdi Is Melbourne CBD's New Cocktail Haven from the Minds Behind One of the World's Best Bars

    The duo behind Singapore's Operation Dagger is in town stirring jasmine cocktails and fermenting drinks inspired by Weis Bars.

  • Feature

    Perfect Pairing: Ricotta Tortellini with Garlic, Chilli and Lemon Oil

    This meat-free meal still packs a flavour punch — and is the perfect way to spice up your midweek menu.

  • News

    We're Giving Away a Top-Quality Limited-Edition Gin Set

    Make your next G&Ts with some of the best small-batch gins around — for zero dollars.

  • Feature

    The Localist: Inner North

    Along the guiding line of the Yarra and Merri Creek, Melbourne’s inner north is filled with character.

  • Guide

    Seven Ways You Can Celebrate Melbourne Cup Day With Your Mates Without Blowing Big Bucks

    Set your work emails to 'out of office', pick out your best outfit and get ready to enjoy bottomless bubbles.

  • Guide

    Where to Eat When It's Not Quite Payday But You Just Can't Eat Anymore Leftovers

    Warm the soul with ramen, tuck into a stacked burger and dip into a curry, even when money is tight.

  • News

    Four Pillars Is About to Drop Its 2019 Christmas Gin So You Can Get Drunk on Pud with Nan

    The annual release sees Christmas puddings distilled with spicy botanicals to create a truly festive tipple.

  • News

    Archie Rose's New Limited-Edition Gins Pay Boozy Tribute to the Sydney Opera House

    And you can sip the two tipples at the harbourside landmark's bars and restaurants, too.

  • News

    Republic Tavern Is the Rustic New Brewpub Serving Up Craft Beers in Melbourne's North

    Serving up house brews, cocktails and Australian wines — plus barbecued eats.

  • News

    Melbourne's Moon Dog Has Opened the Doors to Its Giant, Very Over-the-Top Preston Brewery Bar

    Moon Dog World is open for business, featuring 72 taps, a jungle's worth of plants and even an indoor lagoon.

  • News

    Sydney's Maybe Sammy Has Been Named as One of the World's Best Bars

    It’s the only Australian bar to make the cut in this year's competition.

  • News

    Patient Wolf's Huge New CBD Warehouse Distillery Is Almost Ready to Open Its Doors

    You'll be able to sip clever gin cocktails just metres from where the gin was made, at what will be Victoria's largest independent gin distillery.

  • Feature

    Perfect Pairing: Braised Short Rib with Truffle Bordelaise and Parmesan Crisp

    Looking for a dish that'll really impress your dinner guests? This ultra-rich, melt-in-your-mouth beef short rib is it.

  • News

    The World's Best Bartenders Are Coming to Sydney for Diageo World Class 2020

    Which means the city will filled with pop-up events, collabs and tastings.

  • Guide

    Twelve Melbourne Pubs to Hit Before, During or After the Game

    Whether it's to celebrate, participate or commiserate, these Melbourne pubs will be there for you post-game.

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