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  • News

    Middle Eastern Diner El Toro Hotel Is Celebrating Its Grand Opening with a Huge Kebab Giveaway

    This hotel's new eatery is bringing Middle Eastern comfort cuisine to South West Sydney — and it's giving away a heap of eats to celebrate.

  • News

    Coming Soon: A Unique Multi-Kitchen Concept Is Creating a One-Stop Shop for Italian Wining and Dining at a Top Manly Hotel

    From your morning espresso to your Campari and soda nightcap, Cibaria at the Manly Pacific Hotel will explore Italian fare from every angle, morning, noon and evening.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Josh and Julie Niland Are Opening Their First Queensland Restaurant on Hamilton Island

    The acclaimed duo will pair their fin-to-tail dishes with local ingredients and family-friendly fare as part of the new 59-room The Sundays hotel.

  • News

    CP Staff Picks: The Best Summer BBQ Meals, According to Our Editors

    These recipes pack maximum flavour with minimal effort.

  • Guide

    The Best New Restaurants and Bars in Sydney You Need to Visit

    Discover your next dining obsession with our cheat sheet to the best new venues in town.

Latest Openings
  • Restaurant

    Neptune's Grotto

    Bridge Street, Sydney

    Indulge in the hand-crafted pasta dishes and a to-shelf wine list at this newly opened venue from the team behind Clam Bar.

  • Bar

    The Light Brigade

    2A Oxford St, Woollahra

    Woodfired pizzas and cocktails, plus a rooftop that's 83 metres above sea level.

  • Restaurant

    The International

    25 Martin Place, Sydney

    A trio of stylish venues from one of Sydney's top restaurant groups have brought a new level of refinement to 25 Martin Place's hospitality precinct.

  • Restaurant

    Delta Rue

    101 Phillip Street, Sydney

    This elegant Vietnamese fine diner at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth combines old-world charm with some playful flourishes.

  • Restaurant

    Fabbrica Bread Shop Coogee

    214 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee

    You can now enjoy this fan-favourite bread shop at its new beachside location, complete with new delights and Roman-inspired treats.

  • Restaurant

    Fat Pomelo

    16 Ocean Street, Narrabeen

    The northern beaches just scored a new go-to destination for hearty pan-Asian cuisine in a dining room with a citrus-inspired design.

  • Bar

    Kasippu

    414 Kent Street, Sydney

    A love letter to the cuisine and culture of Sri Lanka with an authentic food offering, a hidden speakeasy cocktail lounge and a party atmosphere.

  • Bar

    Mountain Culture Brewery Redfern

    158 Regent Street , Redfern

    Enjoy fan favourites and rotating new brews at Australia's fastest-growing craft brewer's third outpost — and its first in the inner city.

  • Bar

    The Light Brigade

    2A Oxford St, Woollahra

    Woodfired pizzas and cocktails, plus a rooftop that's 83 metres above sea level.

  • Bar

    Wentworth Bar

    101 Phillip Street, Sydney

    This leafy rooftop retreat is an oasis of fun where you can kick back with friends as you sip oversized cocktails and bop to pumping DJ sets.

  • Bar

    JOJI

    388 George Street, Sydney

    This sophisticated Japanese-inspired rooftop bar and diner in the heart of Sydney's CBD has skyline views and Tokyo vibes.

  • Bar

    Frankie Cadillac

    87 Albion Street, Surry Hills

    Surry Hills has a new "home of the negroni", where you can take an unconventional cocktail journey into a world of house-made vermouth.

  • News

    Yayoi Kusama Is Turning 60-Plus Melbourne Trees Into Her Latest Polka Dot-Covered (and Bright Pink) Artwork

    As part of her huge exhibition at the NGV, the trees in all four lanes of St Kilda Road in front of the gallery are being wrapped in spotted fabric.

  • News

    "The Game Will Not End Unless the World Changes": The Full Trailer for 'Squid Game' Season Two Is Here

    "We are not trying to harm you. We are presenting you with an opportunity," the guards tell the new batch of contestants in the latest 'Squid Game' sneak peek.

  • News

    Splashing Through Australian Surfing's Beginnings on the Big Screen: Jolyon Hoff Talks 'You Should Have Been Here Yesterday'

    When this filmmaker and surfer unearthed a treasure trove of 16mm footage shot by fellow boardriders half a century ago, he turned it into a stunning documentary.

  • News

    AACTA Festival's Celebration of Australian Film and TV Is Returning to the Gold Coast in 2025 with 100-Plus Events

    The Working Dog team in conversation, Oscar-winning 'Dune' cinematographer Greig Fraser, a dive into the 'Heartbreak High' soundtrack: they're all on the lineup.

  • News

    All About Women Has Announced Its First 2025 Events, Including Comedian Kate Berlant on Her Debut Australian Tour

    'Alone Australia' winner Gina Chick and the return of the Feminist Roast are also on the lineup, with full details to be announced in January.

  • Feature

    Shoot For the Stars: How the Australian Cast of 'Hamilton' Is Spending Summer in Sydney

    We chatted to the people who are always in the Room Where it Happens to find out how stage stars live it up in the Harbour City

Featured Events
  • Event

    Bottomless Bao at TIVA

    Wed, 27 Nov, 2024

    Tiva, Sydney

    This underground lounge in Sydney's CBD is hosting a weekly night of bottomless bao and prawn crackers every Wednesday.

  • Event

    Five @ 5 at Franca

    Wed, 14 Aug - Tue, 31 Dec 2024

    Franca, Potts Point

    To celebrate its five years of serving fine French fare, the upmarket brasserie is throwing one of the most generous happy hours in town.

  • Event

    Kitchen Table at Sailmaker

    Thu, 31 Oct 2024 - Thu, 30 Jan 2025

    Sailmaker Restaurant, Sydney

    Calling all seafood lovers — this is the chef's table you shouldn't miss.

  • Event

    Hamilton

    Tue, 30 Jul 2024 - Sun, 5 Jan 2025

    Sydney Lyric Theatre, The Star, Sydney

    Sydney, don't miss your last chance to see the the epic global musical blockbuster on Australian shores.

  • Event

    All-You-Can-Eat Charcoal Chicken

    Sat, 13 Apr - Sun, 29 Dec 2024

    Henrietta Charcoal Chicken, Surry Hills

    Featuring hot chicks, crispy chips, creamy toum, fattoush salad, Henrietta’s signature hummus, and pickles.

  • Event

    Obsession x Tom Thum by CUPRA

    Thu, 28 Nov, 2024

    CUPRA City Garage Sydney, Sydney

    A ticketed (but free) night of cocktails, canapés and beatboxing brilliance.

  • Event

    Woollahra Hotel Christmas Market

    Thu, 28 Nov, 2024

    Woollahra Hotel, Woollahra

    Celebrate the holiday season at this popular pop-up market that's sure to be a merry night to remember.

  • Event

    $35 Lunch Deal at Brasserie 1930

    Thu, 28 Nov, 2024

    Brasserie 1930, Sydney

    Where else can you enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the city's fanciest fine diners and still have change from $50?

  • Event

    Double Bay Christmas Festival

    Sat, 30 Nov, 2024

    Steyne Park, Double Bay

    Bring the whole family along for 100-plus stalls, live music, carnival rides and fireworks by the water.

  • Event

    Carriageworks Farmers Market

    Sat, 30 Nov, 2024

    Carriageworks, Eveleigh

    This weekly event is a Sydney institution showcasing the freshest seasonal produce from growers and producers from across NSW.

  • Event

    Markets at Glebe

    Sat, 30 Nov, 2024

    Glebe Public School, Glebe

    Glebe's weekly go-to for pre-loved fashion, vinyl records and freshly made limeade.

  • Event

    Kings Cross Weekend Markets

    Multiple single dates

    Kings Cross Organic Food Market, Potts Point

    A weekend morning cornucopia of organic veggies, fruit, cheese and international dishes, plus fashion, homewares, books and more.

  • Event

    Messina SnackBar

    Sun, 1 Dec, 2024

    Gelato Messina Marrickville (HQ), Marrickville

    This weekly pop-up is serving up gourmet gelato, natural wines and delicious savoury snacks every Sunday.

  • Event

    South Eveleigh Summer Club

    Sat, 7 Dec and Sat, 14 Dec 2024 

    Innovation Plaza, Eveleigh

    Sydney may have plenty of breachfront, but this inner-city oasis is bringing all the seaside fun, minus the hassle of salt and sand.

  • Event

    Palm Tree Music Festival

    Fri, 6 Dec, 2024

    Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park

    This impressive fest is returning Down Under for the second time with The Chainsmokers leading the lineup.

  • Event

    Good Things

    Sat, 7 Dec, 2024

    Centennial Park, Centennial Park

    Korn, Sum 41, Violent Femmes and Billy Corgan lead the 2024 lineup at this big alternative, metal and punk music fest.

  • Event

    Maroubra Beach Markets

    Multiple single dates

    Broadarrow Reserve, Maroubra

    Head down to Maroubra Beach on the first Saturday of every month to peruse the beach markets.

  • Event

    $2 Tacos

    Tue, 3 Dec, 2024

    El Camino Cantina The Rocks and Manly, Manly

    Sydney's Tex-Mex bars are slinging cheap tacos one night a week.

  • Promotion

    The Balcony Garden Is Hosting a Huge Sale on Luxe Garden Pots This Month

    19 Rodborough Road, Frenchs Forest

    Been thinking about a jungly redesign? Now's your opportune moment.

  • News

    Get Your Gifting Sorted For the Whole Family with these Black Friday Deals

    Turns out you don’t need to break the bank to keep the whole family happy.

  • News

    30 of the Biggest Savings You Can Score this Black Friday

    You don’t always have to drop big bucks to reap rewards.

  • News

    A House-Within-a-House Labyrinth Has Popped Up in Melbourne to Get Everyone Thinking About Small-Scale Architecture

    The NGV's 2024 Architecture Commission 'Home Truth' is all about thinking about alternative ways of building houses in Australia.

  • News

    Sun's Out, Guns Out: Ten Essential Goodies to Grab This Summer

    There is nothing quite like an Aussie summer, and we're here to help make it even better. 

  • News

    Gifting Made Simple: Ten Easy Presents You Can Buy Before the Christmas Rush

    Amazon is here to help you avoid the chaos of last-minute shopping this silly season. 

Latest Guides
  • News

    Ten of the Most-Secluded Waterfront Getaways You Can Book on the Northern Beaches

    You can't jump on a plane to the Riviera, but you can escape the city for a tranquil weekend on Pittwater.

  • News

    Here's When You Can Watch the Matildas Take on Brazil and Chinese Taipei in Their Last Matches of 2024

    You've got four more chances to watch Australia's national women's football team play this year — all on home soil.

  • Feature

    Orange Season

    Nestled around Gaahna Bula (Mount Canobolas) on the land of the Wiradjuri people, the Orange region is home to heritage towns, world-class wines, stunning vistas and brilliant eats — all waiting to be discovered.

  • News

    Wine and Dine: Six Wineries Around Orange With Standout Eateries

    Pair your vino with savoury spreads, scenic picnics and indulgent degustations.

  • News

    Twenty of the Best Airbnb Stays You Can Book in Tasmania

    Book one — or a few — of these cabins, suites and lodges as you plan a trip around the Apple Isle.

  • Guide

    The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Week

    Stock up on Christmas presents at a bunch of festive markets, discover the secrets of an ancient empire at a groundbreaking exhibition and catch the last week of events celebrating the rebirth of Sydney's OG nightlife heartland.

Trending Bars and Restaurants
  • Restaurant

    Delta Rue

    101 Phillip Street, Sydney

    This elegant Vietnamese fine diner at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth combines old-world charm with some playful flourishes.

  • Bar

    Mountain Culture Brewery Redfern

    158 Regent Street , Redfern

    Enjoy fan favourites and rotating new brews at Australia's fastest-growing craft brewer's third outpost — and its first in the inner city.

  • Bar

    Kasippu

    414 Kent Street, Sydney

    A love letter to the cuisine and culture of Sri Lanka with an authentic food offering, a hidden speakeasy cocktail lounge and a party atmosphere.

  • Restaurant

    Neptune's Grotto

    Bridge Street, Sydney

    Indulge in the hand-crafted pasta dishes and a to-shelf wine list at this newly opened venue from the team behind Clam Bar.

  • Bar

    JOJI

    388 George Street, Sydney

    This sophisticated Japanese-inspired rooftop bar and diner in the heart of Sydney's CBD has skyline views and Tokyo vibes.

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