Before Mesa Collections existed, there were dinner parties with strangers, borrowed tables and Trishia Mariano's love of bringing people together.
The narrow inner-west parcel, previously used as little more than parking space, has reignited debate about development, density and just how detached Sydney’s housing market has become.
Touching down for a two-weekend takeover in both Brisbane and Sydney, a pair of chefs from this acclaimed taqueria will serve up the flavours of CDMX.
MECCA is returning to the Formula 1 with a trackside beauty garage offering fast, race-ready touch-ups inspired by the speed of an F1 pit stop.
The team behind Alegre and Callao bring modern Japanese cooking and quiet tableside theatre — including a sushi ferris wheel — to King Street Wharf.
Ring in the Year of the Horse this Lunar New Year at one of these stellar Sydney restaurants.
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NewsMichelin-Listed Taqueria El Vilsito Is Heading to Australia, Joining the Margarita Week Festivities in Brisbane and Sydney
Touching down for a two-weekend takeover in both Brisbane and Sydney, a pair of chefs from this acclaimed taqueria will serve up the flavours of CDMX.
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GuideThe Best Sydney Restaurants for an Excellent Lunar New Year Feast
Ring in the Year of the Horse this Lunar New Year at one of these stellar Sydney restaurants.
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NewsThis Just In: You Can Now Make Reservations Via Uber Eats — Including at the Country's Hottest Restaurants
Adding to the app's growing dining-centric features, now you can score sought-after restaurant reservations on the move.
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NewsStuck in with the Kids This Valentine's Day? Here's How to Pull off a Great Date Night at the Last Minute
A last-minute date night doesn't have to be disappointing.
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NewsSame Spirit, Different Flavours: Celebrate Lunar New Year with Steve Wu's Bold, Modern Dishes
These two wasabi-focused dishes are perfect for sharing around your table this Lunar New Year.
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RestaurantAORI
39 Lime Street, Sydney
The team behind Alegre and Callao bring modern Japanese cooking and quiet tableside theatre — including a sushi ferris wheel — to King Street Wharf.
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RestaurantHamsi Taverna
1 Bridge Road, Glebe
Somer Sivrioğlu's seafood-forward Turkish taverna in the new Sydney Fish Market is inspired by Aegean coastal dining.
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RestaurantFortune of War
137 George Street, The Rocks
Fortune of War might be Sydney's oldest pub, but its 2025 reopening has set it up for a bright next chapter in its story.
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RestaurantWildergreen Moama
6 Shaw Street, Moama
The garden-filled, nature-led precinct has been designed to invite exploration and celebrate life's simple pleasures.
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RestaurantDragon Hot Pot Darling Square
1 Little Pier Street, Haymarket
Grab a bowl and a pair of tongs and head to the ingredient wall for a fully customisable experience.
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PubCoogee 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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BarThe Kurrajong Hotel
106-108 Swanson Street, Erskineville
The Erskineville pub has a new look and menu after too many years shuttered.
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BarAalia Wine Room
25 Martin Place, Sydney
This intimate, wine-first offshoot of the celebrated Middle Eastern fine diner is designed for casual glasses and small plates.
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BarClaret Club
77 Stanley Street, Darlinghurst
Two top Sydney sommeliers pour drops from their personal cellars at this cosy Darlinghurst wine bar.
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BarClub 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.
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BarAcapulco 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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NewsThe Best Places to Watch Super Bowl LX in Sydney
Trade work for the Super Bowl, as America's most-watched broadcast of the year takes over these venues across Sydney.
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NewsThis Just In: Great Southern Nights Announces Paul Kelly, Missy Higgins, Baker Boy and More on a Statewide Festival Lineup for 2026
The statewide New South Wales music festival returns for its fifth year with its biggest lineup yet.
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NewsThe Melbourne Ton Held a Masquerade Makeover to Celebrate Season Four of 'Bridgerton'
Melbourne stepped into a Regency-era fantasy over the weekend to celebrate the fourth season of 'Bridgerton'.
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NewsNow Streaming: Every Show to Add to Your Streaming Queue This February
Here's what's hot and fresh in the world of streaming content this month.
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NewsNow Playing: Every Movie Releasing in February You Can Watch in Theatres or at Home
Prep some popcorn, pour your soft drink of choice and kick back to catch these movies releasing this month on a screen of your choosing.
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NewsWhere and When You Can Watch This Year's Oscar Nominations
Stay up to date on the best films of last year with our curated guide.
Featured Events
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EventBombie's 'Nothing Set' Dinner Club
Thu, 12 Feb, 2026
Harbord Beach Hotel, Freshwater
Sit back, enjoy the salty sea breeze and leave it up to the chefs at Bombie's to pair your dinner with Doom Juice's wild wines.
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EventMov'In Bed Barangaroo Beach Cinema
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 - Thu, 30 Apr 2026
Barangaroo, Barangaroo
Catch up on classics and 2025's biggest movies on mattresses on the sand at Barangaroo.
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EventMalibu Barbie Cafe
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 - Sat, 28 Feb 2026
The Social Quarter, Malvern East
Tuck into an ice cream float served in a Barbie convertible at this two-storey hangout — or grab a cocktail from the Ken-themed bar.
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EventWestpac OpenAir 2026
Fri, 9 Jan - Tue, 24 Feb 2026
Mrs Macquarie's Point, Sydney
Sydney's most beautiful outdoor cinema is returning for 2026 with a standout program and food from top Sydney chefs.
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EventLeave It to Luigi Bottomless Lunch at 170 Grammi
Fri, 13 Feb, 2026
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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EventSunset Variations at Sydney Observatory
Fri, 13 Feb, 2026
Sydney Observatory, Millers Point
Spend the last Fridays of summer enjoying an intimate golden hour gig at Sydney's highest natural point.
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EventStargazing Tour with an Astrophysicist
Fri, 13 Feb, 2026
Wentworth Falls Picnic Area, Wentworth Falls
Explore the night sky at this astronomical tour in the Blue Mountains.
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EventWomen's T20I Series v India — 1st T20I
Sun, 15 Feb, 2026
Sydney Cricket Ground, Moore Park
Women's cricket returns to the SCG this summer, with the Aussies taking on a surging India under the lights in a primetime T20 showdown.
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EventDate Night Studio Flower Bar Pop-Up at Bar Planet
Sat, 14 Feb, 2026
Bar Planet, Newtown
Shop flowers and sip martinis, as this one-day flower market sets the tone for the year's most romantic day.
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EventKevin McCloud and Tim Ross: Live in Interesting Places Tour
Multiple single dates
Various venues across Australia
Hear big ideas from two self-described architecture nerds, as this five-city tour delves into the world of design from multiple grand locations.
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EventCarriageworks Farmers Market
Sat, 14 Feb, 2026
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, 14 Feb, 2026
Glebe Public School, Glebe
Glebe's weekly go-to for pre-loved fashion, vinyl records and freshly made limeade.
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EventSydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras
Fri, 13 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar 2026
Various Sydney venues, Sydney
Expect art, parties, films, theatre and the iconic Parade as the city transforms into a full-scale celebration of LGBTQIA+ pride and power.
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NewsWomen Who Inspire Us: Mesa Collections Founder Trishia Mariano on Hosting, Heritage and the Art of Setting the Table
Before Mesa Collections existed, there were dinner parties with strangers, borrowed tables and Trishia Mariano's love of bringing people together.
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NewsMeet Grumpi: The Melbourne Startup Making Shockingly Luxe (and Affordable) Vacuum-Compressed Furniture
The Melbourne-founded brand is making furniture shopping fun again — no long wait times, no delivery dramas, just style and comfort (in a box).
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NewsSydney Metro's Gadigal Station Has Been Named the World's Most Beautiful Train Station Interior
One of Sydney's metro stations has been recognised with a prestigious award on the global architectural stage.
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NewsThe Founder of Sheet Society Has Launched a Dreamy, Fabric-Forward Loungewear Label Inspired by TV Show The White Lotus
After mastering the art of a good night’s sleep, bedtime expert Hayley Worley has turned her attention to what we wear to rest.
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NewsBiennale 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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NewsThis 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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The Best Sydney Restaurants for an Excellent Lunar New Year Feast
Ring in the Year of the Horse this Lunar New Year at one of these stellar Sydney restaurants.
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GuideThe 25 Best Pubs in Sydney
From century-old locals to new and reimagined favourites, these are the venues that define Sydney's pub culture.
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NewsCP Picks: Aussie Summer Essentials — The Things We're Packing, Wearing and Using All Season Long
Built for heat, salt, sand and long afternoons outdoors, this is a considered edit of the products that hold up best through an Australian summer.
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NewsCP Picks: The Editor's Gift Guide —What the CP Team Is Giving (and Hoping to Receive)
Consider this your shortcut to better gifting: the CP team’s personal picks across every pillar — practical, design-led, and all thoroughly vetted.
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NewsThis Just In: MECCA Is Bringing a Literal Beauty Pit Stop to the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix 2026
MECCA is returning to the Formula 1 with a trackside beauty garage offering fast, race-ready touch-ups inspired by the speed of an F1 pit stop.
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NewsYour Cultural Guide to the Gold Coast: Local Creatives, Independent Boutiques and Arts Spaces
Explore the Gold Coast beyond the beach with this insider guide to galleries, festivals, independent boutiques and local markets.
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NewsHinterland Experiences That Will Change the Way You See a Gold Coast Holiday
From romantic rainforest retreats to walks in the lush Hinterland, these experiences prove that a Gold Coast holiday doesn't end at the shoreline.
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NewsStay: These Vintage Caravans Are Made for Group Getaways (and Come With Record Players)
Retro-style caravans in Bendigo are offering a new way to do group getaways and come complete with vinyl players and modern amenities.
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NewsFrom Sporting Championships to Annual Spectacles: Ten Gold Coast Events That Are Worth the Journey
The Gold Coast is more than just sand and suntans.
Trending Bars and Restaurants
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Restaurant
Hamsi Taverna
1 Bridge Road, Glebe
Somer Sivrioğlu's seafood-forward Turkish taverna in the new Sydney Fish Market is inspired by Aegean coastal dining.
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Aalia Wine Room
25 Martin Place, Sydney
This intimate, wine-first offshoot of the celebrated Middle Eastern fine diner is designed for casual glasses and small plates.
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AORI
39 Lime Street, Sydney
The team behind Alegre and Callao bring modern Japanese cooking and quiet tableside theatre — including a sushi ferris wheel — to King Street Wharf.
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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.
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BarThe Captain Paddington
162 Flinders Street, Paddington
Within walking distance of the SCG, this local is a go-to pre- and post-match.
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