Orlaith Costello

Orlaith Costello is a Branded Content Manager at Concrete Playground, writing across numerous campaigns from travel to booze. Orlaith has heaps of experience in the wine and spirits world as a writer and a marketer and brings that knowledge to the Concrete Playground team.

Favourite bar in Sydney: I love my local, Noble Hops, in Redfern. It has a considered selection of organic and natural wines and some excellent craft beers. You can even order a pizza from the Sicilian pizza joint across the road, La Coppola, and enjoy inside the bar —what could be better?

Bar
Si Paradiso

446 Beaufort Street, Highgate

Drink, dine and dance at this pumping live music spot on Highgate Street.

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News
Don't Be Dusty: Low-to-No Alcohol Alternatives to Your Fave Drinks

Say yes to vibes and no to hangovers with this list of alternatives to your favourite boozy beverages.

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Event
Aperol Kombi Tour 2023

Wednesday, May 17 - Sunday, August 13, 2023
Various Queensland venues

Aperol is bringing the flavours of Italy to the Sunshine State with the last leg of the Kombi tour.

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News
Stay of the Week: The Hive Apartment Beechworth

Find rest and relaxation in this honey-themed homage to the town's gold rush era.

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News
Five Fun Facts to Carry You Through Trivia This World Whisky Day

We've answered your whisky questions so you can bluff your way through World Whisky Day — and get straight to the sipping.

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News
A Whirlwind Guide to Tokyo

Whether you want to fill your Japanese days with eating, exploring or shopping, this guide to Tokyo will get you started.

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