What do strong coffees, adult entertainment and Italian scooters have in common? They've all lent their names to varieties of martini, and right now, Sydneysiders can't get enough of them.
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Cheer on our green and gold legends at a Paralympics screening, feel shaken and stirred at a new martini festival or wander galleries filled with dreamy art nouveau masterworks.
The only way is up at these sky-bound bars, where crisp drinks and yummy snacks come with a generous pour of fun in the sun.
Before he heads around the country on his latest tour, the Australian singer-songwriter will chat about his career at SXSW Sydney.
Sports stars Nick Kyrgios and Noémie Fox, playwright Suzie Miller and former Bangarra Dance Theatre Artistic Director Stephen Page have also joined the festival's lineup.
The mercury will continue to soar in the coming weeks as climate change calls time on winter a week early.
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NewsThe Week's Tastiest Trend: Why Sydney Has Gone Mad for Martinis
What do strong coffees, adult entertainment and Italian scooters have in common? They've all lent their names to varieties of martini, and right now, Sydneysiders can't get enough of them.
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GuideThe Best Rooftop Bars in Sydney Right Now
The only way is up at these sky-bound bars, where crisp drinks and yummy snacks come with a generous pour of fun in the sun.
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NewsComing Soon: Neil Perry's Chic Double Bay Martini Lounge Is Helmed by a New York Bar Legend
The latest addition to the celebrated chef's Double Bay empire will bring together top bar talent, live music and a luxe seafood-centric menu, all under one roof.
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GuideThe Best French Restaurants in Sydney Right Now
Skip the flight to Paris and visit these top Sydney bistros, brasseries and fine-diners, where a stroll along the Seine is just a mouthful away.
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NewsSwillhouse Group Has Issued a Public Apology in Response to Damning Reports of Misconduct
A day after an explosive report in ‘The Sydney Morning Herald’ exposed allegations of sexual abuse, drug use and management failures, Swillhouse Group has responded.
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NewsComing Soon: Surry Hills' New Luxury Hotel The Eve Will Feature a Rooftop Restaurant by The Gidley Team
Liquid & Larder will curate multiple spaces in the new boutique stay, adding to the collection of venues soon to open at the Surry Hills Village development.
Latest Openings
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RestaurantBistro Grenier
266 King Street, Newtown
This relaxed yet sophisticated diner is serving up twists on traditional dishes, a wine cellar of rare and vintage bottles, and a dining space where any Parisian would be proud to dine.
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RestaurantRoast Republic
174 Clarence Street, Sydney
Succulent barbecue ribs and spicy buffalo wings are singing out for your dining pleasure at this Clarence Street locale.
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RestaurantArms Length
7 Kellett Street, Potts Point
One of Sydney's most affordable bottomless brunches, a steal of a happy hour and a late-night jaffle menu until 2am make this day-to-night venue a winner no matter what time you visit.
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RestaurantFrango Kent Street
332 Kent Street, Sydney
Cult-favourite Portuguese joint Frango is dishing up its crowd-pleasing bites from its first-ever CBD locale.
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RestaurantATTENZIONE! Food & Wine
180 Redfern Street, Redfern
An impressive quartet of seasoned hospos have teamed up to create the Euro-leaning venue of their collective dreams, with a mammoth wine offering and fancy snacks galore.
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RestaurantComedor
182-184 Australia Street, Newtown
This Australia Street newcomer dishes up modern Mexican fare that draws from chef Alejandro Huerta's roots and experience working at some of the world's best restaurants.
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BarThe Rooftop at The Bristol
81 Sussex Street, Sydney
A little slice of the Med has landed in the CBD at this sunny bar with no less than three sun-drenched al fresco terraces.
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BarDry Martini
Level 1, 44 Kensington Street, Chippendale
With influences from London behind the bar and Spain in the kitchen, this new cocktail lounge is bringing international flare to Chippendale.
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BarBrooksy Bar
19 Jamison Street, Sydney
Step back in time to the Roaring Twenties at this speakeasy-style bar with eccentric cocktails, a luxury fitout and Gatsby-level suave.
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BarBurrow Bar
Basement, 96 Clarence St, Sydney
A small basement bar with a big personality where theatrical bartending, creative cocktails and Vietnamese snacks are on the menu.
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NewsHow Belfast Rappers Kneecap Made a Blast of a Music Biopic by Playing Themselves — and Championing the Irish Language
Co-starring Michael Fassbender and taking cues from 'Trainspotting', this lively Sundance award-winner features the hip-hop trio in the roles they were born to play.
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NewsThe Kid LAROI Has Joined SXSW Sydney's 2024 Lineup as the Festival's Music Keynote Speaker
Before he heads around the country on his latest tour, the Australian singer-songwriter will chat about his career at SXSW Sydney.
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NewsThe 2024 Japanese Film Festival Program Is Here with Animation From a Studio Ghibli Alum and Chaotic Karaoke Antics
This is the 28th year that the event has brought Japanese cinema's latest and greatest to Australia, with its 2024 lineup featuring ten new films and a free retrospective.
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NewsSXSW Sydney's Latest Round of 2024 Speakers Includes Lucy Lawless, Grace Tame and Tim Minchin
Sports stars Nick Kyrgios and Noémie Fox, playwright Suzie Miller and former Bangarra Dance Theatre Artistic Director Stephen Page have also joined the festival's lineup.
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NewsCanadian Dramedy 'Universal Language' Has Won Melbourne International Film Festival's 2024 Bright Horizons Award
What if Winnipeg resembled Iran in the 80s? That's just part of the absurdist film that's taken out MIFF's major award in the prize's third year.
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NewsNine New Movies You Can Watch Right Now That Have Been Fast-Tracked From Cinemas to Streaming
Get comfy on the couch with Austin Butler's latest brooding role, serial-killer chiller 'Longlegs' and the animated antics of 'Inside Out 2'.
Featured Events
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EventMaroubra Beach Markets
Multiple single dates
Broadarrow Reserve, Maroubra
Head down to Maroubra Beach on the first Sunday of every month to peruse the beach markets.
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EventKings 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.
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EventMarrickville Organic Food and Farmers Market
Sun, 1 Sep, 2024
Addison Road Community Centre, Marrickville
This popular market has it all, from organic produce and yummy street eats to vintage fashions and pre-loved homewares.
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EventFive @ 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.
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EventBeers and Bangers Laneway Party
Mon, 2 Sep, 2024
Grafton Lane, Chippendale
The Kyiv Social crew is partnering with LP's Quality Meats and Young Henrys to host monthly, community-minded, laneway parties that give back.
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EventTidal Kin: Stories from the Pacific
Sat, 7 Oct 2023 - Mon, 7 Oct 2024
Chau Chak Wing Museum, Camperdown
The new free exhibit showcases a largely overlooked period of history through a mix of visual markers and audio recordings.
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EventAll-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.
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EventNorthern Beaches Market
Sat, 31 Aug, 2024
James Meehan Reserve, Dee Why
The best growers, makers and artisans north of the bridge are assembling in Dee Why for one day only.
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EventMinistry of Sound: Testament
Sat, 31 Aug and
White Bay Power Station, Rozelle
Ministry of Sound's massive 90s and 00s parties are returning to Sydney, this time taking over White Bay Power Station.
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EventCarriageworks Farmers Market
Sat, 7 Sep, 2024
Carriageworks, Eveleigh
This weekly event is a Sydney institution showcasing the freshest seasonal produce from growers and producers from across NSW.
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EventMarkets at Glebe
Sat, 7 Sep, 2024
Glebe Public School, Glebe
Glebe's weekly go-to for pre-loved fashion, vinyl records and freshly made limeade.
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EventBottomless Bao at TIVA
Wed, 4 Sep, 2024
Tiva, Sydney
This underground lounge in Sydney's CBD is hosting a weekly night of bottomless bao and prawn crackers every Wednesday.
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EventLeave It to Luigi Bottomless Lunch at 170 Grammi
Fri, 6 Sep, 2024
170 Grammi, Surry Hills
You can get your fill of Roman cuisine every Friday lunchtime, including unlimited carbonara pizza and delectable maritozzi doughnuts.
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NewsWin One of Five Philips Prize Packs That'll Help You Look Your Best This Winter
Philips is giving away three garment-care gadgets to make your beloved clothes look and feel new again.
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NewsStyle Away the Cold with These Wardrobe Essentials for an Aussie Winter
Winter wardrobe staples that'll withstand not only changing weather conditions but also changing trends.
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NewsNow Open: Iris van Herpen's Stunning Couture Designs Have Arrived Down Under at GOMA's 'Sculpting the Senses' Exhibition
Displaying in Brisbane after a season in Paris, the Australian-exclusive exhibition features 130 creations by the Dutch fashion designer.
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NewsAustralia's Most-Stylish Restaurants, Bars and Homes Have Been Revealed at the 2024 Interior Design Awards
Melbourne's Reine and La Rue and Purple Pit, which are located in the same building, shared the Hospitality Design Award.
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NewsFive Ways to Pamper Away the Winter Blues at Your Local Shopping Centre
From spa sessions to stylish looks, here are some solutions to lift your spirits this winter.
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NewsNow Open: UTURN Has Brought Its Pre-Loved Fashion to Bondi — and It's Doing a 'Choose What U Pay' Sale to Celebrate
The secondhand fashion chain has opened its seventh store at Bondi Junction, and to celebrate, you'll be able to grab designer pieces from $10 for one weekend.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend
Cheer on our green and gold legends at a Paralympics screening, feel shaken and stirred at a new martini festival or wander galleries filled with dreamy art nouveau masterworks.
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Guide
The Best Rooftop Bars in Sydney Right Now
The only way is up at these sky-bound bars, where crisp drinks and yummy snacks come with a generous pour of fun in the sun.
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NewsThe Ten Best Ocean Pools in Sydney for a Dip This Spring
Head to these stunning ocean pools to enjoy Sydney's best beaches, safe from rips and sharks.
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Guide
The Best French Restaurants in Sydney Right Now
Skip the flight to Paris and visit these top Sydney bistros, brasseries and fine-diners, where a stroll along the Seine is just a mouthful away.
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NewsThe Top Seven Experiences You Can Find in the Great Outdoors of Asia
Check your comfort zone at the door with these adventurous escapades.
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NewsTaste Your Way Around Asia on These Incredible Food Tours
Step it up from neighbourhood takeaway and take your tastebuds global with these curated adventures.
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The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend
Cheer on our green and gold legends at a Paralympics screening, feel shaken and stirred at a new martini festival or wander galleries filled with dreamy art nouveau masterworks.
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NewsSydney's Mini Winter Heatwave Has Set Up a Scorching Start to Spring as Temperature Records Tumble
The mercury will continue to soar in the coming weeks as climate change calls time on winter a week early.
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The Ten Best Ocean Pools in Sydney for a Dip This Spring
Head to these stunning ocean pools to enjoy Sydney's best beaches, safe from rips and sharks.
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GuideThe Best Things to Do in Sydney This Week
Catch a musical theatre icon performing at the Sydney Opera House, dine at one of the CBD's swankiest bistros for just $25 or get a free portrait with your four-legged bestie.
Trending Bars and Restaurants
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RestaurantMonopole
20 Curtin Place, Sydney
This Sydney institution's third iteration is a love letter to the rich haute cuisine traditions of France with an epic wine list to match.
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Dry Martini
Level 1, 44 Kensington Street, Chippendale
With influences from London behind the bar and Spain in the kitchen, this new cocktail lounge is bringing international flare to Chippendale.
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The Rooftop at The Bristol
81 Sussex Street, Sydney
A little slice of the Med has landed in the CBD at this sunny bar with no less than three sun-drenched al fresco terraces.
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BarHarper Rooftop Bar
339 Pitt Street, Sydney
A colourful dog-friendly rooftop bar with impressive bar snacks to be found on top of the Kimpton Margot.
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BarThe Glenmore Hotel
96 Cumberland Street, The Rocks
This pub in The Rocks has a rooftop with one of the best views over the harbour.
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