• News

    A Garden Party-Inspired Rooftop Bar Is the Crowning Glory of the Newly Launched HER Building

    Venture up for punchy Thai snacks and summery cocktails, paired with sweeping city views.

  • News

    Seven Easy Plant-Based Recipes to Whip Up for Any Occasion

    Made a commitment to be kinder to the planet this year? Start with these excellent plant-based recipes.

  • News

    Krispy Kreme Has Teamed Up with Hershey's to Create the Ultimate Chocolate Doughnuts of Your Dreams

    For a limited time, you've got three Hershey's-flavoured doughnuts to choose from — including a S’Mores variety swirled with whipped marshmallow filling.

  • News

    We're Giving Away Four $2000 Airbnb Vouchers for Your Next Epic Weekend Away

    Wherever you choose to go, your next weekend away is on us.

  • Feature

    Raise the Bar: How to Enjoy Vodka At Home and Out and About Right Now

    For a clear liquid, there's a lot more to vodka than meets the eye.

  • News

    Mark Wahlberg's Wahlburgers Burger Chain Has Just Opened Its First Australian Outpost in Sydney

    Co-owned with his brothers, the Hollywood actor's burger empire has already scored its own reality TV show — and now it's open in Sydney, with more locations in Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane to follow.

Latest Guides
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    The Feast for Freedom Invites You to Throw a Dinner Party to Raise Funds for Refugees

    The Asylum Seeker Resource Centre’s annual fundraiser will have Aussies cooking up a storm for an excellent cause.

  • News

    Untitled Is the New Modern Euro Bar and Restaurant From the Ugly Duckling Crew

    Roll into Swan Street's new 100-seater for Euro-leaning wines and fare by a former Young Chef of the Year.

  • News

    Melbourne Food and Wine Festival Has Dropped a Bumper Program for Its 30th Anniversary Edition

    The two-week celebration of wining and dining kicks off next month, headlined by Nigella Lawson.

  • News

    Guljak Topokki Chicken Is the Latest Korean Fried Chook Favourite to Land in Melbourne

    The international chain has unveiled its first Aussie store in Emporium, slinging Korean fried chicken, authentic spicy soups and a self-serve station dedicated to classic sides.

  • News

    KFC Has Started Trialling Fried Chicken Delivery via Drone in Southeast Queensland

    The fast food chain is piloting the finger-lickin'-good service in Kingston, Logan Central, Slacks Creek, Underwood and Woodridge, with plans to expand to other nearby locations.

  • News

    Four Foolproof Tropical Cocktails to Try at Your Next Summer Soiree

    These delicious and fuss-free pours will quench your thirst all summer long.

Latest Places
  • Restaurant

    St David Dairy

    16-18 Saint David Street, Fitzroy

    This Fitzroy establishment scales dairy back to its roots.

  • Restaurant

    Ishizuka

    139 Bourke Street, Melbourne

    This hidden CBD restaurant specialises in kaiseki — effortlessly serving up decadent (but seemingly simple) 11-course feeds to those looking to truly treat themselves.

  • Bar

    Juni

    136 Exhibition Street, Melbourne

    Michael Lambie has brought his own take on contemporary Southeast Asian fare back to Melbourne's CBD with Juni.

  • Bar

    Kolkata Cricket Club

    Crown Melbourne, Southbank

    Mischa Tropp's sports bar and restaurant at Crown Melbourne takes punters back to a bygone-era in India.

  • Bar

    Omnia Bistro & Bar

    625 Chapel Street, South Yarra

    The menu is stacked with contemporary takes on European classics — but you could simply drop by for the dry-aged roasted duck and a bottle of wine and be very happy.

  • Cafe

    Chéri

    285-287 Coventry Street, South Melbourne

    You'll find Darling Group's latest all-day diner right across the road from South Melbourne Market.

  • Restaurant

    Astoria Bar Kè Grill

    302 Toorak Road, South Yarra

    This Toorak Road terrace house is now home to a fab Greek restaurant.

  • Bar

    Mid Air

    130 Russell Street, Melbourne

    This banger of a rooftop bar sits on top of Melbourne Place hotel, and is open from breakfast right throughout to dinner.

  • Restaurant

    Amatrice Rooftop Restaurant

    16 Stephenson Street, Cremorne

    Zip away to Italy in the back streets of Cremorne, with aperitivo sips and specialty pasta 10 stories above the ground.

  • Restaurant

    D.O.C Osteria

    326 Lygon Street, Carlton

    20 years on, this Lygon Street stalwart is still one of the city's top Italian restaurants.

  • News

    Pink Lemonade Is Richmond's Effervescent New Outdoor Bar and Food Truck Stop

    This former Swan Street car park has swapped concrete for palm trees, vibrant wall art, boozy slushies and US smokehouse fare.

  • News

    The Arbory Crew's New Multi-Level HER Building Has Opened, Featuring Four Venues in One

    The ambitious Lonsdale Street project boasts a 'listening bar', smoky Thai canteen, French-inspired all-day cocktail joint and a buzzy rooftop.

  • News

    Grill'd Has Converted Two of Its Burger Joints to Completely Plant-Based Menus

    You'll no longer find any meat on the menu at the burger chain's Crown Street outpost in Sydney and Collingwood eatery in Melbourne.

  • News

    BKK Is the Smoky Thai Barbecue Canteen Headlining HER's Food Offering

    The neon-doused third-floor eatery is dishing up flame-cooked skewers, punchy laab variations and curries aplenty, to enjoy alongside interesting wines and tropical cocktails.

  • Feature

    Little Wins: How to Make Simple Changes to Your Life That Are Good for the Planet

    Do yourself — and the planet — a solid, whether you're at home or out and about.

  • News

    La Fantaisie Is Abbotsford's New Florist, Cafe and Patisserie From the Flovie Team

    This multi-talented newcomer is truly a thing of beauty — the food, flowers and interiors are all as gorgeous as each other.

Latest Events
  • News

    Award-Winning Brewery Kaiju Is Opening Its First Brewpub in Huntingdale Next Week

    Housed in a converted warehouse, the beer hall boasts 16 taps, hand-stretched pizzas and a stack of colourful wall art.

  • News

    Music Room Is the Dedicated 'Listening Bar' Located Within the Arbory Team's New HER Building

    A cocktail bar for the music-lovers, complete with a 3000-strong vinyl collection and DJ Jnett in the role of Music Director.

  • Feature

    The Perfect Platter

    Have you ever judged the success of an event by how amazing the grazing platter is? No shame. You're not alone.

  • News

    HER Bar by the Arbory Team Brings French-Leaning Bistro Wizardry and Timeless Cocktails to Lonsdale Street

    The team behind Arbory have unveiled the ground floor of their sparkling new multi-level drinking and dining wonderland.

  • Feature

    Cocktail Hour: How to Make a White Peach and Rosemary Highball

    Raise a glass to what might just be the perfect summer cocktail.

  • Feature

    Cocktail Hour: How to Make a Cosmo Spritz

    And just like that, the cosmo gets a summery upgrade.

  • Feature

    Cocktail Hour: How to Make Le Grand Fizz

    Spritz o'clock? It will be with this elevated take on the summer go-to.

  • Feature

    Cocktail Hour: How to Make a Fresh Cut Spritz

    Rethink the classic vodka soda with this sophisticated serve.

  • News

    Gelato Messina's Handmade Chocolate Bon Bons Are Back Again for Valentine's Day

    Level up your Valentine's Day box of chocolates with Messina's nutty pink- and red-hued bon bons.

  • News

    Collingwood Is Getting a New Vinyl-Soundtracked Sandwich Joint From the Minds Behind Terror Twilight

    Launching this week, the Smith Street newcomer is slinging crafty sangas, old-school shakes, curly fries and a healthy dose of vinyl.

  • News

    Eight Melbourne Arts and Cultural Spaces to Check Out This Summer (And Where to Get a Drink Afterwards)

    Get your culture fix at one of these leading institutions — then make an afternoon of it at one of these excellent watering holes.

  • News

    Seven Aussie Summer Scenarios — and the Drinks You Should Sip on Your Next Adventure

    We've found a refreshing cocktail to complement every situation you'll find yourself in this summer.

  • News

    How to Turn Your Casual Backyard Barbie Into a Classy Garden Party This Summer

    Embrace your inner Lady Danbury and bring a touch of class to your next get-together.

  • News

    We're Giving Away an Epic Gin and Backyard Barbecue Prize for All Those Summer Hangs

    Score a swag of gin, deck chairs and a top-quality Weber barbecue to level up at-home entertaining.

  • News

    Five Ways to Take Advantage of Melbourne's Stellar Outdoor Spaces This Summer

    From idyllic picnic spots to summer Sunday sessions, there are plenty of reasons to head outside if you're in Melbourne this season.

  • News

    Say Cheers to 2021's Hottest 100 Aussie Craft Beers

    Canberra's Bentspoke took out the GABS Hottest 100 Aussie Craft Beers poll for the second year in a row with its Crankshaft American IPA.

  • Feature

    Boozy Brunch Grazing Platter

    The weekend brunch is a time-honoured tradition in Australia. And it’s easy to understand why.

  • News

    Yarra Botanica Is Melbourne's Lush New Pontoon Bar and Eatery Docking in March

    The floating venue will make its home at Southbank this spring, brimming with plant life and slinging an all-Victorian drinks offering.

  • News

    The Stolen Gem Is the CBD's New Rooftop Cocktail Bar and Terrace Opening Next Month

    Nestled above Bourke Street, this new watering hole will be serving up 360-degree views and a cocktail list packed with local spirits.

  • News

    Slim's Is Australia's New 50s and 60s-Inspired Burger Chain From Ex-Betty's Staff Members

    Now open in Marrickville in Sydney with more stores to come around the country, it serves up classic burgs and ice cream sundaes in retro-styled digs.

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