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    Claim Your Steak: Armorica's Bottomless Steak Frites Is Now Available on Weekdays — But Only for a Limited Time

    Usually a Monday-only affair, the Surry Hills brasserie is now serving unlimited steak, crispy frites and flowing French sauces five days a week.

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    CP Picks: The Best New Drinks From Australian Makers Right Now

    From Four Pillars’ cult Christmas Gin to a Northern Beaches-born aperitif and a wave of smarter, session-friendly RTDs — these are the new Australian drinks worth pouring right now.

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    How to Make a Barista-Style Coffee at Home, According to a Brisbane Cafe Owner

    All it takes is a little practice and a dash of science.

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    Coming Soon: Darling Glebe Will Revive One of Sydney's Most Storied Dining Rooms — with French Omakase and a Late-Night Martini Bar

    The dramatic sandstone grotto beneath a heritage-listed Glebe Point Road property is preparing for its next chapter.

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    Sun, Sand, and Seafood: St Siandra's Beachfront Deck Chairs Return for Summer 2026

    Soak up a Sydney summer thanks to St Siandra's beachside deck chairs.

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    Homer Rogue Taverna Is Serving a Gourmet Greek Take on a Filet-O-Fish This Summer

    This glorious mini gyro isn't your grandad's filet-o-fish.

Latest Openings
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    Coogee Bay Hotel

    253 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee

    A beachside pub that's been a part of the community for 150 years.

  • Restaurant

    The Tropic

    2 Scenic Highway, Terrigal

    Terrigal Pavilion's sun-washed Mediterranean-inspired dining room is home to some of the best views on the Central Coast.

  • Restaurant

    Manly Fish & Chips

    East Esplanade, Manly

    This nostalgic shack by the Felons crew dishes up fish and chips, prawn rolls and RTDs on Manly Wharf.

  • Restaurant

    Osteria Luna

    68 King Street, Sydney

    A moody underground osteria serving Italian classics with a touch of red-sauce swagger.

  • Restaurant

    Aambra

    518A Old South Head Road, Rose Bay

    Housed inside a heritage-listed former church, this Rose Bay restaurant serves refined, flame-kissed Levantine fare.

  • Restaurant

    KODA Sydney

    20 Curtin Place, Sydney

    This high-energy, Japanese-influenced grill in the former Monopole site slings lasagne gyoza, caviar chicken tenders and robata-fired seafood.

  • Bar

    Club Rose Bay

    1 Vickery Avenue, Rose Bay

    The historic venue has received the Merivale treatment, and now boasts a Totti's-style eatery, a '50s jet-age record bar and a sprawling, dog-friendly courtyard.

  • Bar

    FOLIO

    22 Hickson Road, Millers Point

    This dramatic bar and supper club brings buzzy late-night energy — and tableside martinis — to Walsh Bay Arts Precinct.

  • Bar

    Acapulco El Vista

    61 Macquarie Street, Sydney

    The Maybe Group and Giovanni Pilu's 1960s Acapulco-inspired lounge brings easygoing cocktails and coastal Latin fare to a prime harbourside location.

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    The Mulwray

    1 Oxford Street, Paddington

    This intimate 50-seater channels the moody elegance of its film noir namesake with pitch-perfect classics and snacks by Mitch Orr.

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    Pavilion Social

    Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach

    For sunny afternoons that turn into long, warm nights, Pavilion Social offers leisurely lunches, sunset drinks, relaxed dinners, live music and more.

  • Bar

    The Old Commodore Hotel

    206 Blues Point Road, McMahons Point

    North Sydney's historic watering hole has reopened with a smart new look and year-round live music lineup.

  • News

    A Psychologist Explains Why We Are So Drawn to Crime and Comedy TV Shows

    A psychologist has revealed why the crime and comedy genres can be a go-to when you're looking to destress.

  • News

    Now Playing: Every Show to Add to Your Streaming Queue This January

    Here's what's hot and fresh in the world of streaming content this month.

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    Stan's New Dark Comedy 'Sunny Nights' Is The Boxing Day Binge You're Looking For

    SNL’s Will Forte and D’Arcy Garden of ‘The Good Place’ lead the Sydney-set comedic crime caper.

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    Biennale of Sydney 2026 Explores Hidden Histories With 53 Artists and a Stellar Performance Lineup – Here's What We Know (So Far)

    Expect a weekly after-dark arts festival at a former industrial site, creative workshops and walking tours in Redfern and installations at four major cultural venues.

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    Champion the Tunes Shaping a Sustainable Culture by Voting for the Next Winner of the $20,000 Environmental Music Prize

    Get behind the artists pushing climatic conversations forward, with tracks from King Stingray, Angie McMahon and DOBBY making the final cut.

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    Drinks on Us: We're Giving Away 100 Tickets to an Exclusive Pre-Festival Party in a Laneway

    Yourself and three mates could be in with a chance to win a festival pre-party experience at Since I Left You.

Featured Events
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    This Just In: IKEA Is Dropping A Whimsical Collection in Collaboration With Swedish Designer Teklan

    Add to wishlist: IKEA Bluetooth speakers reimagined as colourful lamps and statement home decor.

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    Kitchens Are Serving Looks Now: How Chefcore Is Shaping Fashion's Food Fetish

    Hospo is looking more stylish than ever — from chefs getting involved in fashion campaigns to an Aussie designer label dedicated to service uniforms.

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    Four Weekend-Ready Beard Styles You Can Nail at Home, According to One of Australia's Best Barbers

    From effortless stubble to a retro mo, these are the facial hair looks trending right now — and one tool can help you master them all.

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    This Just In: Frank Green and LANEIGE Have Teamed Up For The Ultimate Hydration Collab

    Frank Green and LANEIGE introduce a limited-edition ceramic bottle and coordinating lip serum designed to elevate daily hydration into a luxury beauty ritual.

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    CP Picks: We Tried the New Fujifilm X-T30 III to See If It Could Replace Our Digi Cams and Film Cameras

    We swapped our phones for Fujifilm's new X-T30 III — the sleek, compact camera that captures the chaos and colour of 90s film and 00s digi cams, with all the ease of 2025 tech.

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    Fashion-Forward Concept Store Sorry Thanks I Love You Has Launched a Second Sydney Boutique in Paddington's The Olympia

    Adding another exciting element to the landmark launch of Australia's first 25hours hotel, this fashion-led concept store features high-end designers from near and far.

Latest Guides
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    Scoot's Summer Sale Is Here, Offering Flights From Sydney, Melbourne and Perth to Asia From $135

    Keep your travel budget under control in 2026 with these discounted airfares to stunning destinations across Asia.

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    Reverse the Everyday UNO Experience, as the Iconic Card Game Transforms Pubs Across the Country Into Themed Social Clubs

    Combine nostalgia and nightlife, as this card game experience transforms much-loved pubs into UNO-themed escapes.

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    What Early Birds Can Do in Bondi Before, During and After Sunrise

    With its wellness-focused lifestyle and plethora of eateries, Bondi thrives in the mornings.

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    Celebrate Smarter: How to Plan a Well-Earned City Break — On a Schedule That Works for You

    Whether it's a quiet night away, a change of scenery or simply some time to switch off, thanks to Amex Plan It® you can make a well-earned city break feel more manageable.

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    From Bangkok to Osaka: These Six Hotels Are Worth Crossing the World for

    Our editors have rounded up their pick of the best hotels worth travelling for with Marriott Bonvoy.

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    Cockatoo Island Is a City Getaway with a Difference and We're Giving Away a Deluxe Camping Package to Prove It

    This Sydney spot offers rich history, a range of accommodation options, and unrivalled views.

Trending Bars and Restaurants
  • Bar

    Club Rose Bay

    1 Vickery Avenue, Rose Bay

    The historic venue has received the Merivale treatment, and now boasts a Totti's-style eatery, a '50s jet-age record bar and a sprawling, dog-friendly courtyard.

  • Restaurant

    The Tropic

    2 Scenic Highway, Terrigal

    Terrigal Pavilion's sun-washed Mediterranean-inspired dining room is home to some of the best views on the Central Coast.

  • Bar

    Wings and Tins

    2 Chapel Street, Darlinghurst

    Buffalo wings and cans reign supreme at this Darlinghurst bar.

  • Restaurant

    Osteria Luna

    68 King Street, Sydney

    A moody underground osteria serving Italian classics with a touch of red-sauce swagger.

  • Pub

    Coogee Bay Hotel

    253 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee

    A beachside pub that's been a part of the community for 150 years.

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