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    The 160-Year-Old Oxford Scholar Has Reopened as a Contemporary Inner-City Drinking Den

    The new-look uni student-favourite is now serving craft beers, local gins and beef rib burgers.

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    The Gin List: Winter

    Sophisticated and stylish, the martini is the James Bond of the cocktail world, and as 007 illustrates with his renowned order, there’s more than one way you can take it.

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    Stomping Ground Is Set To Open a Second Brewery and Pub in Moorabbin

    The Collingwood brewery's next outpost will be part of the historic Morris Moor development.

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    Where to Find the Cosiest Stays, Red Wine and Fireplaces around Regional Victoria for Maximum Hygge

    Winter is made for creating cosy moments — and these spots will help you do it best.

  • News

    The Imperial's Magical Melbourne Rooftop Bar Has Reopened

    Sip potions, hang out in magic-themed booths and peruse spell books.

  • News

    The Go-To Gin Guide to Winter in Melbourne

    Even as the winter chill sets in, there are plenty of reasons to get out and about (with a gin in hand) this season.

Latest Guides
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    Where to Get a Glass of Steamy and Spicy Mulled Wine in Melbourne This Winter

    Whether you like yours served in a teacup, flavoured with sticky date or poured with a shot of cognac, it's too cold not to order your wine (or cider) warm and spicy.

  • Guide

    Victorian Cellar Doors Where You Can Spend an Entire Afternoon Drinking Wine

    From the vineyards the Yarra Valley to the rolling hills of the Macedon Ranges, these wineries are prime for wine tasting and a long Sunday lunch.

  • News

    A Wine Lover's Guide to Waiheke

    Discover all the top drops, food and sights that this island region has on offer.

  • News

    A Wine Lover's Guide to Matakana

    Journey north on your next stay in Auckland to discover wineries filled with quirky sculptures, rare wine varietals and award-winning restaurants.

  • News

    A Wine Lover's Guide to Kumeu

    On your next short break in Auckland, dedicate a day to visiting these nearby first-class wineries.

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    Four Pillars Is About to Release Its 2019 Batch of Bloody Good Bloody Shiraz Gin

    The distillery has acquired a big bunch of Victorian shiraz to make more of the cult favourite annual release than ever before.

Latest Places
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    Amatrice Rooftop Restaurant

    16 Stephenson Street, Cremorne

    They had us at mini lasagne snacks, and then took it to the next level with uninterrupted views across the city.

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    Ruckers Hill

    83 High Street, Northcote

    This French-accented wine bar and bistro stands out among the crowd on Northcote's High Street.

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    Hotel Mexico

    238 Whitehall Street, Yarraville

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

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    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.

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    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.

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    Circl Wine House

    22 Punch Lane, Melbourne

    Circl is making it so much easier to try rare wines with over 150 drops offered by the glass.

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    Flour Child Richmond

    432 Church Street, Richmond

    You’ve had sourdough pizza, US-style slices and dirty Aussie pizzas, but have you tried pinsa romana?

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    Tombo Den

    100 Chapel Street, Windsor

    Fill your nights with sake martinis and street food-style sushi at Chris Lucas' Chapel Street restaurant and sake bar.

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    Morena Melbourne

    71 Little Collins Street, Melbourne

    Alejandro Saravia is totally in his element with Morena Melbourne, masterfully executing his own take on contemporary Latin American fine-dining.

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    Suzie Q

    247 Chapel Street, Prahran

    The Chapel Street restaurant is pairing underground 80s disco energy with contemporary Chinese eats, playful cocktails and karaoke.

  • News

    These Australian Pubs Will Be Serving Free Hard-Earned VBs This Weekend

    VB is shouting a round of free beers all across Australia this Sunday.

  • News

    King and Godfree's Sleek Wine Bar Agostino Is the Latest Italian Addition to Lygon Street

    Housed in the iconic King and Godfree building, it's serving northern Italian drinking fare and a covetable selection of vino

  • News

    Five Must-Hit Wineries That'll Make You Never Want to Leave Tasmania

    Sip at your own risk. You may never want to return home.

  • News

    We're Giving Away Passes for You and Your Mates to This Mini Festival in a Wildlife Sanctuary

    Spend your long weekend sipping merlot and meeting marsupials — on us.

Latest Events
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    The Fox & Daisy Is Flemington's New Neighbourhood Wine Bar and Bottle Shop

    The new drinking hole is a much-needed addition for an area better-known for its great laksa than bars.

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    Future Mountain Is Melbourne's New Brewery and Taproom with a Focus on Funky Wild Ales

    Stop by to sink a peach sour or bourbon oatmeal stout surrounded by oak barrels.

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    We're Giving Away an Epic Trip to Sydney for Two During Vivid

    Enjoy Sydney's festival of lights with luxe meals, a harbour cruise and a shopping spree — on us.

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    A Shoestring Guide to the UK's Scenic South

    Discover the best of the UK's culture, historical landmarks and natural wonders without blowing big bucks.

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    A Pokemon-Inspired Bar Is Popping Up in Australia So You Can Catch 'Em All Over a Cocktail

    The Pokebars will pop up in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane with themed food, cocktails and 'battles'.

  • Guide

    Four Bars Pouring Caribbean-Influenced Cocktails to Keep Those Summer Vibes Alive This Winter

    Remain blissfully unaware that summer's over with this selection of tropical tipples.

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    You Can Now Drink Your Vegemite on Toast Thanks to Archie Rose's New Spirit

    ArchieMite is made from Pepe Saya butter, a house-blend of 'mite' spreads and Sonoma sourdough toast.

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    Concrete Playground's DIY Inner North Brewery Walking Tour

    Five stops. Five breweries. All Melbourne-made beer.

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    St Kilda's Prince Hotel Is Closing Its Public Bar for a Revamp (and Serving Up $1 Pots to Say Farewell)

    It's the final stage of the ex-Prince of Wales Hotel's multimillion-dollar makeover.

  • Guide

    Melbourne Bars Where You Can Drink Alone with a Book

    Get cosy with a paperback and good plonk at these comfy (and relatively quiet) bars.

  • News

    The Eau de Vie Team Is Opening an Opulent New 30s-Style Cocktail and Champagne Bar in the CBD

    Nick & Nora's will have over 400 champagnes — and three separate balconies.

  • News

    Four Pillars Has Sold 50 Percent of Its Gin Business to Beer Behemoth Lion

    So you can expect to see even more of the famed Melbourne gin — and hopefully more one-off batches, too.

  • News

    Seven Regional Breweries and Distilleries You Need to Visit this Autumn

    Sip your way through some of Victoria's best craft drops.

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    This New Tour Will Take You to the Best Gin and Cheese Spots in the Yarra Valley

    Coco's Tours will take you on a guided gin tastings at two distilleries — with plenty of cheese along the way.

  • Guide

    The Best Wine Bars in Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs

    The east is not wanting for wine bars — you can find well-stocked bottle shop bars and sleek drinking spots all the way from Prahran to Hawthorn to Camberwell.

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    Nasty's Is Thornbury's Eclectic New Neighbourhood Bar

    The ironically named bar is filled with upcycled car seats and ironing boards, and has a plant-filled beer garden out back.

  • News

    Six Things You Need to Make Your Next Dinner Party Even Better

    Skip the takeout and host a proper repast like a pro.

  • Guide

    The Best Bars to Hit When You're Looking to Cosy Up with a Cocktail in the CBD

    If there's one thing the city isn't wanting for, it's cocktail bars — so whether you're searching for old-world charm or glitzy drinks under a disco ball, you'll be able to find it without leaving the grid.

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    The Everleigh Crew Is Opening a New Late-Night Brasserie in a CBD Basement

    Channelling both New York and Paris, Bar Margaux will serve up cocktails, Champagne and French fare until 5am.

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