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    Inspired by comedy 'Colin From Accounts', and only available while free stocks last, Colin’s Pale Ale is a bone broth drop that's 100-percent for canines.

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    These Four Wine Venues Have Been Dubbed Australia's Best by the 2022 Wineslinger Awards

    Sydney's Dear Sainte Éloise is the country's best wine-sipping spot for 2022, while Victoria's Bar Merenda is the best new vino haunt.

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    Cocktail Porter's DIY Gelato Messina Dulce de Leche Espresso Martini Kits Are Back for Summer

    Level up your at-home drinks selection with Messina espresso martinis — and get everything you need to make them delivered to your door.

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    Eight Ultimate Gifts for the Wine Lover in Your Life

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  • Guide

    Seven Sydney Venues to Visit When All You Want to Do Is Sip a Spritz in the Sunshine

    Spend your summer soaking in golden rays and sipping cocktails with your mates at these must-visit Sydney bars.

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    Aunty Donna Are Legit Dropping a $30 Bottle of Wine That's Literally Called '$30 Bottle of Wine'

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    Seven Laidback Sydney Bars for Your Next Group Catch-Up (Where You Can Actually Hear Your Mates Talk)

    Nab yourself a couch or booth at one of these cosy spots and settle in for some quality time with your crew.

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    BrewDog and Australian Venue Co's First-Ever Sydney Beer Bar Opens in South Eveleigh in December

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    Six Ways to Easily Elevate Your At-Home Summer Cocktail Hour

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    Four Pillars and Go-To Skincare Are Bringing Back Their Limited-Edition 'Go-To Gin' Collaboration

    After selling out in only five hours last year, this peach-and-pepper-infused gin is coming back for another extremely limited release.

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    Now Open: Old Mates Place's Underground Cocktail and Taco-Slinging Pop-Up Ginny's Canoe Club

    Jerk mushroom tacos, mussel tostadas and creative cocktails from RE's Evan Stroeve come together at this limited-time bar.

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    Six Spots to Sip a Margarita in Sydney if You're a Tequila Devotee

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    This year's awards saw a record-breaking number of entries across 11 categories.

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    Two Aussie Bars Are Doing $15,000 Gold-Infused Old Fashioneds If You're After a Ridiculously Expensive Drink

    On offer in Sydney and Melbourne for Woodford Reserve Old Fashioned Week, this cocktail just might be Australia’s most expensive.

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    Tekno Train by Paul Mac

    Friday, May 24 - Saturday, June 15, 2024

    Central Station, Haymarket

    A lit-up train that's pumping out a techno soundtrack by Paul Mac is riding Sydney's rails during Vivid 2024.

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    Chu Fat — Hey Chu x Porkfat

    Monday, May 20 - Monday, May 27, 2024

    Hey Chu, Sydney

    Chefs Cuong Nguyen, Jack Kulusai and Tanya Boonprakong are joining forces for a creative, collaborative dinner series.

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    Bottomless Frites at Armorica

    Monday, May 20 - Sunday, May 26, 2024

    Armorica, Surry Hills

    You can tuck into a top-notch steak with unlimited frites at the Surry Hills brasserie from Monday, May 20, to Sunday, May 26.

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    Pinot Noir Australia Tasting Event by Moncur Cellars

    Monday, May 20, 2024

    Bistro Moncur, Woollahra

    This annual celebration of excellent vino returns to Woollahra with light and dry drops, medium-bodied wines and experimental tipples.

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    Sunset Boulevard

    Wednesday, August 28 - Friday, November 1, 2024

    Sydney Opera House, Sydney

    Starring Sarah Brightman as Norma Desmond, this Tony-winning musical based on the film of the same name is playing Sydney.

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    Sister Act: A Divine Musical Comedy

    Tuesday, August 6 - Sunday, October 6, 2024

    Capitol Theatre Sydney, Haymarket

    Your prayers have been answered: this smash-hit Broadway musical is finally bringing its screen-to-stage show to Sydney.

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    Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

    Thursday, May 23 - Wednesday, June 19, 2024

    Various cinemas in Sydney

    Enlisting Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth on a prequel to 'Fury Road', George Miller has made another 'Mad Max' franchise marvel.

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    IF

    Thursday, May 16 - Wednesday, June 5, 2024

    Various cinemas in Sydney

    Instead of aliens in 'A Quiet Place' and its sequel, John Krasinski ponders a world where imaginary friends are real in this warmly whimsical family-friendly fantasy.

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    Change the Course

    Friday, May 31, 2024

    Darling Quarter, Sydney

    Darling Quarter and Two Good Co are teaming up for a long lunch for an excellent cause.

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    Spanish Film Festival

    Wednesday, June 19 - Wednesday, July 10, 2024

    Select cinemas in Sydney, Various locations

    Say hola to the Sydney's annual showcase of Spanish and Latin American movies — including a celebration of Salvador Dalí in cinema.

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    Inner West residents, your favourite local drinking holes are here to stay.

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    Electro Duo Peking Duk Just Launched Their Own Non-Alcoholic Beer with the Minds at Sobah

    The booze-free sip will be available to buy online — but only for a limited time.

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    Now Open: Mediterranean-Inspired Rooftop Bar The Sussex Is the Newest Sky-High Drinking Hole in Barangaroo

    This greenery-filled courtyard is serving up meze plates, shawarma kebabs and summer-ready cocktails.

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    If you're pushing 30 and still unsure how to get into the spirit of Halloween, let us guide you.

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    Four Pillars' 2022 Christmas Gin Is On Its Way So You Can Get Drunk on Pud with Nan

    Back for another year, the annual release sees Christmas puddings distilled with spicy botanicals to create a truly festive tipple.

  • News

    Jason Roberts Celebrates Food and Community with a Temporary Takeover of Calita in Bondi

    Mexican culture meets Australian ingredients for some truly delicious results in this limited time pop-up.

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    Post Malone Has Created His Own Rosé and It's Now Available in Australia

    There are only 10,000 bottles available in Australia.

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    Sydney's Maybe Sammy and Cantina OK! Have Made the World's 50 Best Bars List for 2022

    These two Sydney spots just keep earning international acclaim — and for the first time, the list was topped by a bar that isn't in New York or London.

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    A Melbourne Barista Was Just Named the Coffee-Making Champion of the World for 2022

    Axil's Anthony Douglas beat out 47 global competitors for the esteemed title.

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    The Company Behind Japan's Strong Zero Is Bringing a New Double Grape -196 to Australia

    Pretend you're in Tokyo with Suntory's new premix — you'll find it in bottle-os from late October.

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    Where to Sip a Spritz in the Sun Now the Weather's Warming Up

    These top-shelf Sydney venues are bringing big summer energy.

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    The Team Behind Bistro Rex Has Opened a Roman Wine Bar in Monopole's Former Potts Point Home

    With a former Shell House chef in the kitchen, Enoteca Ponti is serving up exciting seasonal takes on Roman dishes.

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    Just Add Olives: Four Pillars Has Released a Ready-to-Pour Double Gin Martini in a Bottle

    Forget shaking or stirring — with Four Pillars' new bottled cocktail, all you need to do is pour.

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    Two Australian Bars Have Nabbed Spots in The World's 50 Best Bars 51–100 List for 2022

    The top 50 hasn't yet been revealed, but Melbourne's Caretaker’s Cottage placed 60th and Sydney's Re came in at 87.

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    Freshwater Brewing Company Has Just Opened Its Northern Beaches Taproom and Restaurant

    This welcoming 120-seat taproom and brewery is serving approachable beers and fresh seafood.

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    A Melbourne Barista Has Been Named Australia's Coffee-Making Champion of 2022

    Axil's Anthony Douglas has been crowned the country's best barista — now he'll compete against the rest of the world in the global championship this month.

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    Pair sherry with spanner crab churros at this romantic new Basque-inspired wine bar.

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    Time to raise your glass at these top-tier Tassie tipple venues.

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