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    Seven Boozy Brunch Spots That Will Help You Feel Human Again (and Keep the Party Going)

    For when you want a recovery session that'll keep the spirits up — quite literally.

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    The inner west craft beer mecca will welcome Philter into its fold come early 2020.

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    Where to Try These Fancy French Vanilla Vodka Cocktails in Sydney

    Try this limited-edition vanilla vodka by Grey Goose at three of Sydney's top bars.

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    The Icebergs Terrace Has Been Transformed Into a Lush Pop-Up Bar Overlooking Bondi Beach

    Sip cocktails and eat snacks from the Icebergs Dining Room and Bar's kitchen outdoors this summer.

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    Six Sydney Bars with Epic Views to Take Advantage of This Summer

    Soak in the sights, and the afternoon sun, while you sip a cocktail or two.

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    Scotland's BrewDog Has Opened Its First Australian Brewery and Taproom in Brisbane

    You'll find the multimillion-dollar venue, complete with arcade games, brunch fare and a takeaway shop, next to the Brown Snake.

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    A Look Inside the MCA's Summer Pop-Up Bar

    Hang out in a hacienda-inspired oasis, and gaze out over the harbour with a drink in hand.

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    Concrete Playground's DIY Inner West Brewery Walking Tour

    Eight stops. Eight breweries. All Sydney-made beer.

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    Eight Ways to Treat Yourself in Darlinghurst

    Spend some time indulging in this inner-city neighbourhood — you deserve it.

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    Seven Unexpected Food and Drink Swaps That Really Shouldn't Work but Do

    Discover classic cocktails reinvented, beloved treats made vegan, desserts made with fish and more.

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    These Four Sydney Bars Serve Mini Cocktails Perfect for a Quick Pre-Dinner Drink

    They're tasty, they're cute and they won't get you too sloshed before dinner.

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    This Magical New Beer Festival Will Transport You to Hogsmeade for the Night

    It'll be just like a regular night at The Three Broomsticks, only with less magic and more booze.

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    Three Elegant Cocktails to Introduce to Your Next Weekend Lunch Party

    Get ready to shake things up at your next soiree with these easy-to-make cocktails.

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    This Boozy Advent Calendar Will Let You Unwrap a Bottle of Wine on Each of the 12 Days of Christmas

    Wine subscription service Good Pair Days is packaging up its best wines of the year — consider it an early Christmas present to yourself.

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    Raise the Bar for After-Work Drinks with These Five Impressive Cocktails

    Upgrade your Friday night with these elegant (yet easy-to-make) cocktails.

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    Seven Sydney Bars That'll Take Your Friday Night Drinks to the Next Level

    Celebrate reaching the end of the working week in style.

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    Why Whisky Highballs Will Be The Surprise Drink of Spring Thanks to These Creative Bartenders

    Sydney’s innovative bartenders are putting their own spin on the classic drink.

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    Seven Spots to Let Your Hair Down with Your Workmates at the End of the Work Year

    You survived another year of deadlines and endless documents — here's where to blow off some steam.

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    Scotland's BrewDog Is About to Open Its Multimillion-Dollar Australian Brewery and Taproom

    Next month, you'll be able to visit its 28-tap bar, arcade room restaurant and sprawling patio.

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    Perfect Pairing: Ricotta Tortellini with Garlic, Chilli and Lemon Oil

    This meat-free meal still packs a flavour punch — and is the perfect way to spice up your midweek menu.

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    We're Giving Away Tickets to See Dr Lisa Cooper Talk at This Paddo Pub

    See women artists at the top of their game discuss their craft, passion and trade — for zero dollars.

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    Eight Last-Minute Ways You Can Celebrate Melbourne Cup Day with Your Work Mates

    Set your work emails to 'out of office', pick out your best outfit and get ready to enjoy bottomless bubbles.

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    Catch a performance at Liveworks Festival of Experimental Art, then keep the party going with this lineup of free gigs.

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    Melbourne's Moon Dog World is open for business, featuring 72 taps, a jungle's worth of plants and even an indoor lagoon.

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    Five Must-Try Beers at This Year's Coogee Bay Hotel Craft Beer & Cider Festival

    There'll be over 60 to choose from — but here are the ones you should start with.

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    Four Pillars Is About to Drop Its 2019 Christmas Gin So You Can Get Drunk on Pud with Nan

    The annual release sees Christmas puddings distilled with spicy botanicals to create a truly festive tipple.

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    Archie Rose's New Limited-Edition Gins Pay Boozy Tribute to the Sydney Opera House

    And you can sip the two tipples at the harbourside landmark's bars and restaurants, too.

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    Sydney's Maybe Sammy Has Been Named as One of the World's Best Bars

    It’s the only Australian bar to make the cut in this year's competition.

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    Surry Hills' Historic Keg & Brew Hotel Has Scored a New Rooftop as Part of a $10 Million Makeover

    As well as the openair rooftop, the 140-year-old pub also has a new second-level restaurant and bar.

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    Find an event to suit your style and budget, from casual after-work drinks to an all-out feast.

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    The World's Best Bartenders Are Coming to Sydney for Diageo World Class 2020

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    Five Things to Eat, See and Do at Sydney's Three-Day Gin and Tonic Festival

    Make the most of the food, drinks, entertainment and masterclasses on offer at this weekend's G&T fest in Centennial Park.

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    We're Giving Away a Dinner (with Bottomless Booze) For You And Nine Friends

    Treat your mates to a mid-week private party at Misfits — for zero dollars.

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    Walk through the doors at the back of a (very real) deli and you'll find 250 different whiskies, creative cocktails and melty raclette.

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    We're Giving Away Tickets to a Massive New Year's Eve Party for You and Three Mates

    Ring in the new year with free drinks, food and some of the best views in the city — for zero dollars.

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    Three Sydney Bars Helping You Get in the Tropical Spirit This Spring

    Make tracks to one of these spots for island-inspired cocktails — plus, the chance to party with us on a Sydney beach.

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