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NewsSydney's Odd Culture Group Is Opening Its First Melbourne Venue in Fitzroy This May
For their next trick, the legends behind The Duke of Enmore and The Old Fitz are launching a bar and bottle shop on Brunswick Street.
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NewsCocktail Porter's DIY Messina Cocktails in Easter Eggs Are Back and Ready to Be Delivered to Your Door
If you're not drinking salted caramel cocktails out of Easter eggs, is it really Easter?
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NewsRaise a Pint: Good Beer Week Returns This May for a Fresh Round of Frothy Festivities
A beer-infused bakeoff, Indigenous collab brews and beery banquets galore — the hoppiest time of the year is almost here.
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NewsChocolate Brand Mork and The Gospel Distillery Have Created a Cacao Husk Liqueur for Easter
The Melbourne duo has transformed leftover single-origin cacao husks into a rich, fruity spirit — but there's only a limited number of bottles up for grabs.
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FeatureTradition Meets Technique: Three Hospo Heavyweights on the Enduring Nature of Japanese Food in Australia
When it comes to Japanese cuisine, the beauty's in the seasonality and the considered simplicity.
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NewsSave the Date: Pinot Palooza Is Returning to Its Spring Timing for Its 2023 East Coast Tour
Australia's pinot parties are back, hitting up Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne in October.
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GuideThe Ten Best Waterside Bars in Melbourne
Summer calls for spritzes by St Kilda Beach and a few cold ones on the banks of the Yarra.
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GuideHonda ZR-V-Approved: The Honda Team's Favourite Spots
The Honda team's own picks across Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne: the spots they keep going back to and would probably take you to themselves.
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GuideX-Factor Venues Made to Impress Even the Most Jaded Out-of-Towners
Restaurants and bars across Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide worth showing off to the friend you've been trying to talk into moving closer.
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GuideWine Bars with Excellent By-the-Glass Lists to Slowly Work Through
Wine bars across Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide where the by-the-glass list gets treated just as seriously as the bottles on the back shelf.
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GuideWhere to Find the Best Coffee in Melbourne for 2026
Whether you're a coffee snob searching for the perfect pour, an over-worked employee needing a quick caffeine hit, or just love to explore Melbourne's cafe scene, these top coffee roasters and brewers ...
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GuideUnconventional Outings to Round Up the Crew for Something Different
Hands-on outings across Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne for the group chat that's already bored of brunch, bar-hopping and the same old dinner booking.
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GuidePubs to Settle Into and See Out a Long and Lazy Sunday Session
Twelve pubs made for a lazy weekend sesh with mates — a beer garden to claim, a few pints to work through, and nowhere else you need to be.
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GuideLate-Night Cocktail Bars Made for Just One More Round Before Ubers
Twelve bars built for the hour when "one more round" turns into three, spanning a Godfather-themed basement, a moon-lit Shanghai den and a bar that distills its own fernet.
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GuideHotel Bars That Even the Locals Should Know About and Frequent
The hotel bars across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane worth seeking out for the drinks alone — no room key or out-of-town postcode required.
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FeatureBartender Tom Egerton on What Makes Hong Kong's Cocktail Scene One of the Best in the World
Year after year, Hong Kong cocktail haunts make the list of the World's Best Bars. How do they do it?
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NewsNeptune's Nic Coulter Is Opening an Ever-Evolving Bar and Music Venue in the Former Galah Digs
Launching in April, Young Hearts will serve up a rotating arts and music program, backed by locally-focused drinks and bi-annual kitchen residencies.
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NewsThis Aussie Distillery Is Elevating Easter with a New Edition of Its Hot Cross Bun-Inspired Rum
The Grove's latest limited-edition release tastes like a hot cross bun in a glass — and it's available to order now in time for your Easter celebrations.
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FeatureKisumé Executive Chef Yonge Kim on Plating Up Modern Takes of Traditional Japanese Dishes
"Local ingredients, traditional methods. When you go to have a pizza in New York, it’s not the same as Milan. But, there’s nothing wrong with it… every food is localised.”
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NewsArchie Rose's Latest Tipple Is a Bottled Lamington Cocktail That's Landed Just in Time for Easter
Swap chocolate eggs for this boozy take on the classic Australian dessert, which tastes like dark chocolate, raspberry and honeycomb.
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NewsSardine Is the New Indoor-Outdoor Drinking Destination Boasting City Skyline Views
Head along for gochujang wontons, tempura oysters and uninterrupted views of Melbourne's city skyline.
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BarStokehouse
30 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda
St Kilda's iconic Stokehouse has passed to the golden hands of Andrew McConnell, and big things are coming.
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BarImperial Hotel
2-8 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Soak up the 360-degree views on the new refurbished rooftop of this CBD pub.
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BarFlorentino
80 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Littered with Italian murals and quintessentially traditional food, this Italian institution has been pumping since '28.
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BarThe Rochester Hotel
202 Johnston Street, Fitzroy
The Rochey boasts a famous happy hour, specials almost every night of the week, and now a comedy and curry evening.
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BarBar Lourinha
37 Little Collins Street, Melbourne
Always bustling and packed to the brim, this little gem offers a trip to Spain sans the passport.
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BarHotel Nacional
23-25 Hardware Lane, Melbourne
Hotel Nacional is Hardware Lane's five-storey, totally gluten-free Mexican restaurant and bar.
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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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NewsNow Open: Collingwood Brewery Molly Rose Has Officially Unveiled Its New Expansion
The Wellington Street spot now boasts a new bar, beer garden and modern Australian food menu — with a 20-seat chef's table also in the works.
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FeatureA CP Writer — and Seasoned Hong Kong Local — on What He Can't Wait to Experience on His Next Visit
Now that Hong Kong has reopened to Aussie travellers, it's time to head over and explore this vibrant city's best bits.
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NewsThis Pub Chain Is Hosting a Week-Long Espresso Martini Festival at 200-Plus Australian Bars
Sip martinis all day for an entire week at venues around the country, all to celebrate World Espresso Martini Day.
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FeatureCelebrating the Relationship Between Chef and Diner with Alex Yu from Yugen, Melbourne's Newest Omakase Experience
"Omakase is more about the personal experience between guest and chef. Chefs always study their guests' eating habits — what does he like? What didn't she like? You remember next time and you change the menu for your guest."
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NewsNow Open: Hijinx Hotel Is Melbourne's New OTT (and Nostalgia-Fuelled) Challenge Room Bar
Ready for prime kidulting fun, Strike Bowling, Holey Moley and Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq have also set up shop in Chadstone's new entertainment precinct.
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NewsGood Heavens Is Expanding Its Sky-High Digs to Become Melbourne's Largest Rooftop Bar
The Fancy Hanks and Good Heavens team are tripling the footprint of their Bourke Street rooftop — and adding a new late-night pub downstairs, too.
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Event'Passage: The Art of Atong Atem' at NGV Australia
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 - Mon, 14 Jun 2027
The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, Melbourne
From striking self-portraits to celestial stories, the South Sudanese-Australian artist is showcasing her most comprehensive exhibition yet.
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EventThe Sunday Reset
Multiple single dates
Hyde Melbourne Place, Melbourne
The Melbourne Apothecary is jazzing up the day of rest with a 12-week wellness series.
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EventCharlotte de Witte at The Wool Store
Fri, 11 Dec, 2026
The Wool Store, West Footscray
The global techno powerhouse is taking over a sprawling industrial Melbourne venue with her trademark high-intensity sound.
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EventHarry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in Concert with Melbourne Symphony Orchestra
Sat, 18 Sep 2027 and Sun, 19 Sep 2027
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Wharf
Celebrating 25 years of this adored series, the MSO will perform John Williams' iconic score across three Melbourne nights.
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NewsThis Tequila Brand Is Handing Out 10,000 Free Cocktails to Celebrate International Margarita Day
Altos is teaming up with venues around New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland — and one South Australian spot — to hand out free 'ritas for three weeks.
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NewsFirst Look: Melbourne Is Getting a New Multi-Sensory Cocktail Exhibition You Can Sip Your Way Through
The Australian-first 'Art of Mixology' has commissioned six celebrated artists to reimagine various cocktails as immersive, interactive installations.
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FeatureFour Easy Cocktails You Can Make With Rosé
We bet you didn't know rosé could star in these summery sips.
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NewsThe Bellarine Peninsula's New Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Lets You Choose Your Own Winery-Hopping Adventure
Kicking off April 1, Hop It's new route will see you sipping your way around Bellarine wine country — without having to organise a designated driver.
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GuideWhere to Go for a Long Lunch in Melbourne When You Want to a Stretch Out a Summer Day
These warmer months are made for taking extended work breaks and soaking up the afternoon sun on a weekend with mates.
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NewsStellar Outdoor Melbourne Spots Where You Can Enjoy a Sunshine Spritz
Get out and enjoy summer while it lasts.
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FeatureBarista Meets Bartender: Two Drinks Connoisseurs Join Forces to Create the Ultimate Espresso Cocktails
When it comes to cocktails, is there a more universally loved combination than coffee and alcohol?
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FeatureBancho's Yoshi Onishi on the Art of the Martini
Dive into the craftsmanship, quality and signature pour of an exceptional Japanese spirit with an expert in Australia's beverage scene.
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NewsSay Cheers: Australia's Hottest 100 Craft Beers of 2022 Have Just Been Announced
New South Wales' Mountain Culture has taken out the GABS Hottest 100 Aussie Craft Beers poll for 2022, claiming the title for its Status Quo pale ale.
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NewsMark Your Calendar: GABS Has Locked in Dates for Its Big 2023 Craft Beer, Cider and Food Festivals
Returning for another brew-filled year, the Great Australasian Beer Spectapular will pair 120 tipples with panels, games and a silent disco.
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NewsCollingwood Brewery Molly Rose Is Expanding Next Door — and Adding a Stack of New Features
Opening in February, the supercharged site will boast a new bar, a huge beer garden, and a chef's table celebrating the art of food-and-beer pairing.
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NewsUberEats Is Sending a Bar in a Car Around Sydney and Melbourne to Pour Cocktails in Your Driveway
Get a travelling tavern brought to your door, complete with Maybe Sammy's Stefano Catino hosting cocktail masterclasses.
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NewsUgly Vodka Is the Innovative New Booze Brand Turning Imperfect Apples Into a Sustainable Sip
This nifty new drink hails from the minds at 80proof Liquor and music festival crew Untitled Group.
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NewsRaise a Glass: Melbourne Was Just Named One of the Five Best Drinking Cities in the World
According to drinks publication 'Punch', the Victorian capital is among the world's most travel-worthy drinking destinations for 2023.
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NewsMorris House Is the New Four-Storey Pub and Comedy Lounge Transforming a Historic CBD Site
The European Bier Cafe is getting a major refurbishment, reopening its doors this autumn.
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NewsA List of 35 Melbourne New Year's Eve Happenings in Case You Haven't Made Plans Yet
Whether you're after a cruisy rooftop party, fancy dinner or lavish cocktail soiree, Melbourne's got your last-minute New Year's Eve plans sorted.
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GuideThe Most Popular Bars in Melbourne for 2022
These are the breweries, rooftop bars and cocktail haunts you flocked to last year.
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NewsBinge Has Teamed Up with Hop Nation on a Beer for Dogs — and They're Giving Away Free Tinnies
Inspired by comedy 'Colin From Accounts', and only available while free stocks last, Colin’s Pale Ale is a bone broth drop that's 100-percent for canines.
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NewsSouth Australian Brewing Legends Pirate Life Are Opening a South Melbourne Venue in 2023
Slated to open in the middle of next year, it'll make its home in a former mechanics garage with a fitout by Studio Gram.
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NewsHuge New Pizza and Party Destination NONO Has Landed on Sydney Road
A DJ-fuelled bar with space for 950, from the legends that gave us Welcome to Thornbury.
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NewsThese Four Wine Venues Have Been Dubbed Australia's Best by the 2022 Wineslinger Awards
Sydney's Dear Sainte Éloise is the country's best wine-sipping spot for 2022, while Victoria's Bar Merenda is the best new vino haunt.
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NewsCocktail Porter's DIY Gelato Messina Dulce de Leche Espresso Martini Kits Are Back for Summer
Level up your at-home drinks selection with Messina espresso martinis — and get everything you need to make them delivered to your door.
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NewsMegalo, Megalo, Megalo! Moon Dog Is Planning a Grand Beer Bar for the Famed Franco Cozzo Building
The brewery has submitted a planning application to build a 900-person venue at the iconic Footscray address — but the mural will be sticking around.
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NewsEight Ultimate Gifts for the Wine Lover in Your Life
Gifting a wine lover this holiday season? Let's think outside the bottle.
