Five Innovative Gin Twists on Classic Cocktails That'll Spice Up Your Summer

Consider these your go-to sips for summer.

We're Giving Away an Epic Gin and Backyard Barbecue Prize for All Those Summer Hangs

Score a swag of gin, deck chairs and a top-quality Weber barbecue to level up at-home entertaining.

Say Cheers to 2021's Hottest 100 Aussie Craft Beers

Canberra's Bentspoke took out the GABS Hottest 100 Aussie Craft Beers poll for the second year in a row with its Crankshaft American IPA.

Ten Quintessential Places to Eat and Drink Like a Local in Tropical North Queensland

From fresh tropical fruit markets to luxe beachfront dining, there's something to please all palates in the tasty tropics.

The Iconic Woollahra Hotel Has Reopened with an Ex-Chin Chin Chef at the Helm

This Woollahra favourite has been given a little makeover to prepare for the summer crowd.

How to Make Pre-Batched Watermelon Margaritas for Your Next Summer Session

Elevate cocktail hour with this sophisticated food and drink pairing.

How to Make a Spicy Margarita (And What to Pair With It)

Elevate cocktail hour with this sophisticated food and drink pairing.

The Most Popular Sydney Bars of 2021

These are the bars you gravitated to in 2021 — and the one's you need to add to your must-visit list in 2022.

How to Make a Cartel Old Fashioned (And What to Pair With It)

Elevate cocktail hour with this sophisticated food and drink pairing.

What's Open for Eats and Drinks in Sydney on New Year's Day

Hit one of these spots for a January 1 filled with good food, top-notch drinks — and maybe a cheeky dance floor session.

Every Sydney New Year's Eve Event from Budget to Blowout If You Haven't Made Plans Yet

Whether you're after a cruisy free-entry party or a lavish harbourside soiree, Sydney's got your last-minute New Year's Eve plans sorted.

Concrete Playground Awards: The Best of 2021 in Sydney

The Best New Sydney Bars of 2021

Here are eight of Sydney's best new boozy additions for 2021, as chosen by the Concrete Playground team.

Nine Late-Night Inner West Bars to Kick On to When That First Date Is Going Well

From an eclectic jazz lounge to a Quentin Tarantino-inspired bar, these venues guarantee a good time — and a great date.

Eight Cracking Aussie Wines to Stock Up on for All the Silly Season Festivities You Have Planned

From reasonably priced rieslings for backyard barbies to impressive biodynamic cabernets for the ideal dad gift.

Four Easy Gin Cocktails That'll Take You From Brunch to Nightcap

Whether you're after a brunch-time tipple, a breezy afternoon spritz or a sultry nightcap, these gin cocktails will elevate every cocktail hour.

Four Impressive Garnishes for Pre-Bottled Cocktails When You Want a Drink (But CBF Bartending)

Try these low-effort, high-reward garnishes to level up your next cocktail hour.

These Four Wine Venues Have Been Dubbed Australia's Best by the 2021 Wineslinger Awards

Melbourne's Embla is the country's best wine-sipping spot for 2021, while Sydney’s P&V Merchants is the best new vino haunt.

These Four Australian Venues Have Been Named in the World's 50 Best Bars for 2021

Sydney's Maybe Sammy came in at number 22, with Cantina OK! and Re also earning a spot — plus Melbourne's Above Board.

Hickson House Is the New Warehouse Distillery and Restaurant Opening Today in The Rocks

In the shadow of the Sydney Harbour Bridge lies Hickson House — a craft spirits distillery that offers immersive tours, tastings and private dining experiences.

Sparkling Sydney Is Bringing Its Harbourside Wine Festival Back to Pyrmont in 2022

The food and wine festival will serve up more than 60 sparkling wines from 20 local regional wineries, all by the water at Pirrama Park.

Melbourne Cocktail Haven Byrdi Has Scored a Ranking in The World's 50 Best Bars 51-100 List

The CBD bar was the only Aussie to make this year's extended list, with the top 50 set to be revealed next week.

Here's Which Aussie Distilleries Won Big at the 2021 Australian Distilled Spirits Awards

Last night's awards ceremony saw plenty of love for Victorian-born spirits and a huge victory for South Australia's Never Never Distilling Co.

A Bluffer's Guide to Cognac

Is it brandy? Is it wine? Well, yes and no — cognac is somewhere in between. We take a closer look at one of the world’s most misunderstood spirits.

Six Simple Whisky Serves for Every Type of Event You'll Be Hosting This Summer

These easy-to-make tipples will impress no matter the occasion.

Six Personalised Gifts for the Person You Want to Go that Extra Mile for this Christmas

Show them you care with a gift that has their name on it — literally.

Tio's Is Shouting $1000 Worth of Free Margaritas to Commemorate Its Tenth Birthday

Celebrate a decade of your favourite Surry Hills tequila den with a birthday party and a massive margarita giveaway.

Two New Sky-High Bars Have Opened Inside Sydney's Historic Shell House

One of the newest venues is aptly titled Clocktower, offering guests the opportunity to sip cocktails from inside the building's 400-tonne clock.

Queen Chow Is Popping Up in the South Coast with Its First Venue Outside of Sydney

Queen Chow is making its way south and popping up in one of Merivale's Narooma venues with locally sourced seafood and Eric Koh's dumplings.

Five NSW Cafes to Visit This Weekend If You Like to Enjoy Water Views with Your Brew

Start your day the right way.

Moon Dog Brewing Is Kicking Off Summer by Giving Away a Heap of Free Fizzer Alcoholic Seltzers

Bring your vessel to Moon Dog's breweries to nab a free drink — or head to a number of other spots around the city, Sydney and Adelaide for a free schooner.

Frank Mac's Is the New 120-Seater Gin and Cocktail Bar at The Rocks

Boasting one of Sydney’s largest collection of gins, this cosy dining and drinking space is the newest venture from the team behind nearby whisky bar, The Doss House.

We're Giving Away a Double Pass to an Exclusive Harbourside Pop-up Bar for You and a Mate (or Date)

Make a toast to summer at this dazzling drinking destination.

Four Pillars and Go-To Skincare Have Joined Forces to Create New Limited-Edition 'Go-To Gin'

For those nights where you need to slap on a face mask, pour a G&T and put your phone on 'Do Not Disturb'.

The Wine Island Team Is Hosting a Three-Day Greek Festival on Sydney Harbour's Clark Island

Spend a day in the middle of Sydney Harbour eating grilled octopus, drinking frozen ouzo and pretending you're taking a Mediterranean holiday.

Seven Bars to Have a Catch-Up with Mates Now and Pay Later

Have fun now and think about the bill later.

Nine Must-Visit Bars in The Rocks for Your Next Night Out with Mates

Hit up a much-loved rooftop bar with killer harbour views, or head to a soon-to-open distillery in the heart of the city.

This Christmas Tinnie Tree Is Stacked with Craft Beers to Make Your Festive Season Extra Merry

Forget regular Christmas trees — this brew-filled version makes a very jolly (and boozy) centrepiece.

Internet Kings The Inspired Unemployed Have Launched Their Own Beer Just in Time for Summer

Better Beer is a zero-carb, zero-sugar lager that Ford jokes is "healthier than broccoli".

The Localist: Sydney 2021

The past year has really highlighted the importance of supporting our local shops and hospo joints. There's power at your fingertips — and in your shopping baskets.

Inner West Brewery Philter Is Opening Its New Rooftop Bar Marrickville Springs This Week

The sun-soaked rooftop is adorned with a neon bin chicken and will serve Philter brews as well as frozen cocktails.

We're Giving Away the Ultimate Archie Rose Gin Prize Pack

Including a case of the Sydney distillery's brand-new gin.