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NewsFive Deliciously Perfect Wines for Springtime Drinking
Dust off the credit card, it’s time to spring clean your cellar.
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NewsThis Melbourne Bar Has Been Named as One of the World's 50 Best Bars for 2017
Black Pearl and Sydney's Baxter Inn both took out awards at the awards in London last night.
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GuideWhere to Drink Good Wine in Melbourne After a Tough Day at Work
Establishments to cater to any post-work need (or crisis).
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NewsOne of the World's Most Famous Hotel Bars Is Popping Up in Australia
The Savoy's iconic American Bar — which was voted Europe's best bar last year — is coming to Sydney and Melbourne.
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GuideMelbourne's Best Happy Hours for Some Serious Co-Worker Bonding
Options that will put the mate in workmate.
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NewsMelbourne's Espresso Martini Festival Returns for 2017
Featuring six bar areas, a range of workshops and classes, food aplenty and live music from Australian musicians.
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GuideThe 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.
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GuideThe 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.
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NewsWhere 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.
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GuideSip, 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.
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GuideWhere to Find the Best Coffee in Melbourne for 2025
Whether you're a coffee snob or an extra-weak latte lover, these top Melbourne coffee roasters and brewers will have what you need.
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GuideMelbourne Bars and Restaurants That Are Undeniably, Unabashedly Romantic
Low lighting, jazz playlists, opulent cocktails — these top Melbourne date spots will help you to start planning the perfect Valentine's Day.
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GuideThe Best Bars in Melbourne with Beer Gardens and Boozy Courtyards for 2025
Save cosy pub corners for the depths of winter — it's time to drink a brew out in the open at these fab Melbourne beer gardens.
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GuideThe 15 Best Sports Bars and Pubs in Melbourne for 2025
These Melbourne bars and pubs play local and international sporting matches live and loud throughout the week — from AFL, NRL and cricket to soccer, tennis, boxing and basketball.
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GuideMelbourne's 20 Most Popular Bars of 2024
Sprawling breweries, neighbourhood pubs, CBD cocktail spots and cosy wine bars — they’ve all grabbed your attention so far this year.
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NewsEight Melbourne Parks Fit For a BYO Booze Picnic (and Where to Pick Up Snacks Beforehand)
Head to the park for a boozy picnic with the finest snacks you can find along the way.
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NewsSituational Drinking: Five Wines Paired with Five Spring Activities
Up your wine game this season — know what to bring, where and when.
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NewsThe Team Behind Fitzroy's Polly Is Opening a New Laneway Sports Bar, The Roy
The space behind Polly will soon be a laidback beer-toting bar with a big screen showing the game.
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NewsThis Russian Roulette-Style Vending Machine Takes the Decision Making Out of Choosing a Tinnie
The machine — which has been created by Moo Brew — will decide which beer you end up with.
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NewsMeet Melbourne's New Fairytale and Literature-Themed Bar, Storyville
Where sipping insect-garnished cocktails from a magical toadstool bar is just a regular night out.
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NewsWhere to Grab Pre-Drinks Before Your Favourite Sporting Events
Whether you're in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane, we've got your pre-game session covered before your team hits the field.
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NewsA Home Alone-Themed Christmas Bar Is Popping Up in the UK
Getting into the festive spirit with an establishment dedicated to the classic '90s film.
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RestaurantGigi's Piazza, Red Hill Estate
1208 Mornington-Flinders Road, Main Ridge
The new laidback hang-out spot is suitable for everything from first dates to family days out.
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RestaurantCrittenden Wines & Restaurant
25 Harrisons Road, Dromana
Not only has this renovation given the restaurant a new lease on life, but importantly, it has been a part of a return to its roots.
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RestaurantPunt Road Wines
12 Saint Huberts Road, Coldstream
The new cellar door cements the estate as a must-visit destination in the Yarra Valley, as visitors can experience many of the region's highlights in one convenient location.
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BarLe Bar Supper Club
12 North Concourse, Beaumaris
Raise a crystal glass to French food, fancy drinks and burlesque shows in this Beaumaris bar.
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BarHotel 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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BarBendigo 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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BarPunters 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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CafeMork 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.
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BarWindsor 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.
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NewsThe Mixery is Australia's New Cocktail Ingredient Delivery Service
Delivering everything you need to make 12 cocktails, minus the alcohol.
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NewsFive Beers You Should Start Cellaring at Home
We've told you why and how you should start a beer cellar. Now, here's what you should put in it.
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NewsFitzroy's Provincial Hotel Has Launched a Brand New Rooftop Bar
The beloved local is reaching for the sky.
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NewsThis Dutch Bar Is Making Cocktails Out of Food Waste
Yesterday's fruit offcuts are today's creative beverages.
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NewsMelbourne's Bar Americano Is Asking Punters to Buy a Stranger a Cocktail
Pay it forward and someone else can can enjoy that Negroni as much as you did.
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EventRooftop Racquet Club at QT Melbourne
Thu, 8 Jan - Sun, 1 Mar 2026
QT Melbourne, Melbourne
Keep an ace up your sleeve this summer, as this glamorous hotel serves up a rooftop pickleball court, signature cocktails and late-night DJs.
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EventSummer Under The Roof: Quealy Winemakers and D.O.C Gastronomia Mornington
Sat, 27 Dec 2025 - Sun, 25 Jan 2026
Quealy Winemakers, Balnarring
Fill your weekends with award-winning wine and top-quality pizza, as this vine-side collaboration takes over summer with culinary goodness.
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EventDome Under Fulldome Festival
Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb 2026
Scienceworks, Spotswood
Head to Melbourne Planetarium to see 39 films from around the world at Australia's only fulldome film festival.
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EventLibrary on the Lawn: Kids Festival at State Library Victoria
Multiple single dates
State Library of Victoria, Melbourne
Add more reading time and kid-friendly entertainment to your summer holidays schedule, from storytime sessions to scavenger hunts.
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EventChristmas Sculpture and Qris Qringle at QV Melbourne
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 - Tue, 6 Jan 2026
QV Melbourne, Melbourne
Christmas has arrived at QV Melbourne, featuring a towering festive sculpture and mystery Qris Qringle giveaway loaded with daily prizes.
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EventThe Royal Family Dance Crew Presents 'Defend the Throne'
Wed, 27 May - Sun, 7 Jun 2026
Hamer Hall, Southbank
Global street-dance icons The Royal Family Dance Crew will headline RISING 2026 with 'Defend the Throne,' a high-energy showcase blending 14 years of their most iconic choreography with brand-new work ...
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EventSummer Music Series at Mr Mills
Multiple single dates
Mr Mills, Melbourne
Step into this chic late-night basement bar, where high-energy DJs will groove through the early hours all summer long.
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EventMidsumma Festival 2026
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 - Tue, 30 Dec 2025
Various Melbourne locations, Melbourne
Victoria's major LGBTQIA+ arts and cultural celebration is back, delivering over 250 events that champion queer creativity and community.
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EventLu-Niverse: Countess Luann at Melbourne Recital Centre
Mon, 23 Feb, 2026
Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank
Be cool, as this reality TV star brings her infectious energy to Melbourne for a tea-spilling deep dive into a slew of wild moments.
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EventCarlsberg Beach Club
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 - Thu, 29 Jan 2026
Frankston Waterfront, Frankston
Get ready for European holiday vibes, sunset sessions, and free live music just 45 minutes from Melbourne.
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NewsFive Foods to Pair with Beer as It Ages
It's a pretty decadent process — as flavours deepen and grow bolder, look to richer eats.
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NewsThis New Bright Pink Gin from Bass and Flinders Is Made for Springtime G&Ts
The botanicals used include hibiscus, cherries and raspberries.
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NewsWhy (and How) You Should Start Cellaring Beer at Home
Good things come to those who wait — including some incredible beers.
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NewsFive Unexpected Things That Are Better with Age
Forget 'best by' dates, and look for the 'best afters'.
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NewsVacation Is Melbourne's New Home of Specialty Coffee Without the Stress
Grab a high-quality cup without being a qualified expert.
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GuideMelbourne Bars with Games and Activities for When You Want to Do More Than Just Sit Around and Drink
Sip a Shiraz over Scrabble or polish off a pot with a game of pool.
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NewsMeet the Mischievous New Laneway Bar from the Grossi Florentino Team
Arlechin is a suave little cocktail bunker tucked neatly away from the CBD.
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NewsMr West Is Footscray's New Two-Storey, Craft Booze Den
The 500-square-metre bar will include 24-taps, a pool room and a rooftop courtyard.
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NewsWe're Giving Away Double Passes to Goose Island Beer Co.'s Flock Party
One of Chicago's favourite beers has migrated south and it's time to celebrate.
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NewsMelbourne's Andrew McConnell Set To Expand His Meatsmith Empire To The South
A second location will replace St. Kilda's historic Gruner's butchery with an old-meets-new smallgoods offering.
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NewsSouth Yarra's New Burger Bar Bosozoku Is a Tokyo-Themed Dream
Bosozoku is an outlaw biker gang themed joint with Mario Kart battles, karaoke rooms and a dry ice spa.
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NewsDeliveroo Will Now Deliver Alcohol-Only Orders in Melbourne
They'll deliver booze from the likes of Blackhearts & Sparrows in 30 minutes or less.
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NewsWhy Whisky and Beer Make a Superb Union
Take a closer look at one of the greatest combos of all time.
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NewsFive Melbourne Bars Putting a New Twist on Whisky and Beer
More than just a brew and a shot — the much loved whisky and beer combo gets a refreshing makeover.
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NewsFeeFee's Bar Is Collingwood's New Old-School Rock 'n' Roll Haunt
It's inspired by '70s rock bands like The Runaways.
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NewsFive Foods You Can Smoke at Home Like a Champ
There's more to smoking foods than just cuts of meat — and now you can do it from your own kitchen.
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NewsJerry Mai to Open New High-End Traditional Vietnamese Restaurant Annam
The new venture aims to change the way you think about Vietnamese food.
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News
London Might Be Getting a Harry Potter-Themed Pub
Drink wizarding-inspired cocktails and use a magic wand to pour your beer.
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NewsThis New Liqueur Turns Superfood Berries Into Spirits
The berry-filled boozy beverage that's good for you, and for the environment.
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NewsFive Strange New Beers to Try Post-GABS
Thai green curry, vanilla malt thickshake, popcorn kernels, fairy floss and Turkish delight — all varieties of beer we tried at this year's Great Australasian Beer SpecTAPular.
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NewsMeet Australia's Latest Certified Compostable Coffee Pod
It's time to make your caffeine habit a little less destructive.
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NewsThis London Bar Is Now Serving Virtual Reality Cocktails
'The Origin' comes with whisky, cherry liqueur and a two-minute trip to the Scottish Highlands.
