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FeatureHonouring Hakumai: Head Chef Akira Horikawa's Take on Omakase Dining, White Rice and the Pursuit of Perfection
Akira Horikawa shares his pursuit of sushi perfection and why humble white rice is the most important ingredient in Japanese cuisine.
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NewsThe Ten Best Hearty Roasts in Sydney
There's nothing quite like a juicy, slow-cooked, gravy-drenched roast on a wintry Sydney weekend.
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NewsTokyo Lamington and Pana Organic Have Created a Trio of Plant-Based Lamingtons, Featuring a Free Giveaway on World Chocolate Day
Mark your calendars, as this one-day-only giveaway offers vegan-friendly bites crafted by a pair of sweet-treat creative forces.
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NewsNow Open: For the First Time Ever in Australia, You Can Get Sipping, Snacking and Rollerskating at the Malibu Barbie Cafe
Let's go party: this two-storey spot has popped up in Melbourne with a roller rink and a Ken-themed bar slinging cocktails.
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NewsTastes of Taqueria: Eduardo Conde of El Primo Sanchez on the Authentic Flavour Pairings of a New Menu
Paddington’s local Mexican joint has introduced a street-style food menu that needs to be explored with every tastebud you’ve got to spare.
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NewsSheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park Is Giving Away 500 Honey-Soaked Cronuts to Celebrate the Launch of Its New Cafe
Drenched in the hotel's own rooftop honey, score yourself a free sweet pastry for one day only.
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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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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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GuideThe Best New Restaurants and Bars in Sydney You Need to Visit
Discover your next dining obsession with our cheat sheet to the best new venues in town.
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NewsThe Best Restaurants in Sydney to Take Your Dad This Father's Day (or Any Day)
Spoil the paternal figure in your life with a memorable Father's Day lunch or dinner at these standout Sydney restaurants, bars and cafes.
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GuideWhere to Find the Best Steak in Sydney
From dry-aged cuts to highly marbled wagyu — we've got no beef with this list of the best places to slice into a juicy, perfectly seared and expertly rested steak.
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NewsThe Best Restaurants in Sydney to Take Your Mum This Mother's Day (or Any Day)
Spoil the leading lady in your life with a memorable Mother's Day lunch or dinner at these standout Sydney restaurants, bars and cafes.
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NewsTen Grown-Up Easter Treats to Hunt Down Around Sydney
Have your very own adult Easter hunt this year, running around the city to find the best hot cross buns and Easter eggs.
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GuideThe Best Italian Restaurants in Sydney
Find where you'll be carb-loading next in Sydney — whether it's in the form of pasta, pizza or panzanella.
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NewsWhere to Find the Best Ice Cream and Gelato in Sydney
Whether you like your scoops creamy, salty, deep-fried or vegan, you can find them here.
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GuideWhere to Find the Best Pizza in Sydney
From pepperoni-topped slices to vegan rounds, if it's pizza you're craving, we've got you covered.
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NewsGelato Messina and Tony's Chocolonely Have Collabed on a Super Gooey Bake-At-Home Cookie Pie Perfect for Cold Winter Nights
Available from early July, stores nationwide will also serve single-serve portions and a limited-edition gelato scoop.
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NewsComing Soon: 24 York Is Hunter St Hospitality's Newest Restaurant, Where Steak Frites Is the Only Main on the Menu
The formula behind this soon-to-launch steakhouse is simple: prepare a single dish perfectly for a tough-to-beat price.
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NewsIce Cream, Wine Bars and Hidden Gems: Why Darlo Village Is One of Sydney's Best-Kept Secrets
Between the Coca-Cola sign and Oxford Street lies a tight-knit pocket of Darlinghurst serving up cult dining, late night spots and a cracking community vibe.
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NewsHot Fellas Bakery From 'And Just Like That...' Is Popping Up in Australia to Serve Free Sweet and Savoury Treats for One Weekend Only
If you're in Sydney on the last weekend of June, you can head to this usually fictional spot IRL — Vegemite babka and Golden Gaytime cream puffs are on the menu.
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NewsNow Open: Master Cow Hot Pot Brings Hand-Cut Beef, Eight Soup Bases and Buzzy Late-Night Energy to World Square
Sydney's post-midnight food options now include this bold CBD newcomer, which reimagines Cantonese hot pot with premium cuts, expertly flavoured broths and playful touches.
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NewsThree Blue Ducks Nimbo Is Launching a Monthly Italian Long Lunch Series in the Snowy Mountains
This new winter series will take diners on a journey through some of Italy's lesser-known culinary landscapes.
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RestaurantVitelli's Upstairs
Baptist Street, Redfern
Wunderlich Lane's New York-Italian-inspired restaurant serves house-made pasta, late-night cheeseburgers and plenty of milanese.
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RestaurantDarling Glebe
134A Glebe Point Road, Glebe
Heritage and style combine in spectacular form in this subterranean bistro, where the past is honoured in reimagined classic dishes cut from a new cloth.
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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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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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RestaurantThe 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.
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RestaurantManly Fish & Chips
East Esplanade, Manly
This nostalgic shack by the Felons crew dishes up fish and chips, prawn rolls and RTDs on Manly Wharf.
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RestaurantOsteria Luna
68 King Street, Sydney
A moody underground osteria serving Italian classics with a touch of red-sauce swagger.
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NewsDarlo After Dark Is Bringing Dark Mofo Vibes to the Inner City
Ten days of late-night art, unexpected gigs and solstice energy in the heart of Darlo.
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NewsComing Soon: The Malibu Barbie Cafe Is Popping Up in Australia for the First Time, Complete with a Cocktail-Slinging Ken-Themed Bar
The Social Quarter at Chadstone in Melbourne is hosting this Barbie hangout from the end of June 2025 until summer 2026.
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NewsRooftop Robata JOJI Has Entered Its Next Era with an Expanded Menu, Bottomless Lunches and a Livelier Late-Night Vibe
Six months after opening, the CBD's Tokyo-inspired rooftop restaurant and bar is turning up the volume as it embarks on a new chapter.
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Guide
Where to Find the Best Steak in Sydney
From dry-aged cuts to highly marbled wagyu — we've got no beef with this list of the best places to slice into a juicy, perfectly seared and expertly rested steak.
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NewsTaste the World's Fanciest Fry as Chef Nelly Robinson and Mutti Join Forces to Create a Super OTT Chip
Paired with premium tomato sauce, the acclaimed chef’s fancy fry combines top-notch ingredients and impeccable technique.
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NewsNow Open: The Force Is Strong with Australia's First-Ever 'Star Wars' Cafe, Which Is Serving Up Blue Milk at Melbourne Museum
The 'Star Wars' Galactic Cafe is designed to look like a Corellian Star Cruiser — and green burgers, Chewbacca cookies and dessert space stations are also on the menu.
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EventColour Culture Connection at South Eveleigh
Mon, 16 Feb - Fri, 6 Mar 2026
South Eveleigh Precinct, Eveleigh
This three-week-long festival celebrates Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras and Holi Hai through community programs and interactive experiences.
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EventMardi Gras Closing Party at Kinselas Hotel, Featuring Keli Holiday
Sun, 1 Mar, 2026
Kinselas Hotel, Darlinghurst
Keep a little energy in reserve, as this free all-day party headlined by Keli Holiday sends out Mardi Gras in style.
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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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EventHear My Eyes — 'Terminator 2: Judgment Day'
Sat, 7 Mar, 2026
City Recital Hall, Sydney
Celebrating the film's 35th anniversary, this groundbreaking event reimagines the sci-fi blockbuster with a 4K screening, live electronic score and immersive laser visuals.
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EventPeking Duk at Hordern Pavilion
Fri, 15 May, 2026
Hordern Pavilion, Moore Park
This roof-raising duo are gearing up for their biggest performance in seven years, complete with a debut live show and future-forward visuals.
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EventMitski for Vivid LIVE at Sydney Opera House
Fri, 29 May - Mon, 1 Jun 2026
Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Returning to Australia after seven long years, indie icon Mitski will take over our most legendary music venue for a run of four exclusive shows.
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EventDMA's 'Hills End' 10th Anniversary Show at Metro Theatre
Fri, 27 Mar, 2026
Metro Theatre, Sydney
Ten years on, this Sydney-born trio returns home to play their landmark debut album in full — plus a stack of deep cuts.
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EventEuropa! Europa Film Festival 2026
Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 19 Mar 2026
Various locations, Sydney
Catch 43 pictures from 22 European countries, as the continent's most captivating flicks hit big screens across Australia and New Zealand.
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EventAntenna Documentary Film Festival 2026
Thu, 5 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb 2026
Select cinemas in Sydney, Various locations
From Australian premieres to Werner Herzog treks into the wilderness, this long-running documentary film festival is set to screen over 50 non-fiction flicks.
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EventDomeFest at Hordern Pavilion
Sun, 29 Mar, 2026
Hordern Pavilion, Moore Park
Focused on the conversations that shape pop culture, identity and relationships for Gen Z and Millennial women, this Australian-first podcast fan festival makes listening a shared experience.
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NewsMark Portugal Day with a Free Feed as Oporto Gives Away 10,000 Flame-Grilled Chickens to Celebrate
Say obrigado this Dia De Portugal, as each participating store hands out free chickens — first come, first served.
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NewsNow Open: Parc Pavilion Brings a Slice of the Mediterranean to Cronulla, Featuring Four Upbeat Restaurants Spread Across Two Levels
Experience dreamy coastal cuisine reminiscent of the Med at this two-level venue.
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NewsComing Soon: London's Studio Paskin and Chef Mitch Orr Are Teaming Up on the Restaurants and Bars at 25hours Hotel The Olympia
Combining a wealth of local and international knowledge, this boutique hotel's dining experience is in good hands.
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NewsNow Open: The Fortune of War, Sydney's Oldest Pub, Is Back with a Brand-New Bistro, a Breakfast Menu and Revamped Accommodation
Leaning into its 200-year history, with a few modern touches, Sydney's oldest pub is primed for its next era.
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NewsNow Open: 25 Spices Is the Fiery Haymarket Newcomer That's Exploring an Underrepresented Regional Chinese Cuisine
Head to Market City to explore the bold, smoke-laced flavours of Hunan food, courtesy of Vincent Wei from Pappa's Stew.
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NewsDivide 8 St Leonards Is Giving Away Free Pizza for a Good Cause to Raise Donations for Canteen Australia
In previous years, the crew has helped raise over $5000 for charities like MS Australia and Angel Flight.
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NewsDonut King Is Marking National Donut Day by Giving Away Free Hot Cinnamon Doughnuts
Celebrate the sweetest day of the year with a freebie fresh from the fryer.
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NewsWunderlich Lane Is Celebrating the Winter Solstice with a Week-Long Festival Filled with After-Dark Cuisine, Music and Art
Load up the longest nights of the year with culinary collaborations, top-notch music programming and intimate creative encounters.
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NewsNow Open: Cézan Is the New Mediterranean Trattoria That's Set on a Biodynamic Vineyard in the Hunter Valley
Settle in for breezy daytime dining backed by sweeping vineyard views at this French-inspired cellar door.
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NewsComing Soon: Legendary British Chef Rick Stein Is Opening His First Restaurant in Sydney in Late 2025
For his first Sydney venture, the legendary British chef is bringing his signature brand of "fresh fish, simply cooked" to one of the city's iconic beachside destinations.
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NewsMiji Bar & Grill Is Helping You Get Through Winter with a Limited-Time Hotpot Set Menu and a Revamped Lunch Offering
With a Michelin-trained chef leading the kitchen, you can trust that this comfort cuisine will hit the mark.
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NewsEnjoy Cheaper Fancy Dining This Winter: Sydney Restaurant Group Is Taking Up to 50 Percent Off Set Menus at Eight Venues
With the likes of The Fenwick, Noi and Ormeggio at The Spit on the lineup, these impressive discounts are best shared with your pals.
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NewsPotts Point Brasserie Franca Is Serving Up Ultra-Exclusive Moreton Bay Bug Rolls, with Just Ten Orders Available Each Day
While this decadent dish is already super exclusive, guests who order before Sunday, June 8, will also score a free serve of Oscietra caviar.
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NewsNow Open: Butterboy Is Dishing Up Its Inventive Cookies in the Inner City, Launching a Third Location at Broadway Sydney
Get your hands on the bakery's cult-followed cookies at a brand-new store inspired by test kitchens.
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NewsTake Your Tastebuds on a Tour of South Italy at This New Elizabeth Bay Osteria
We spoke to the talents behind the tastes of this Elizabeth Bay Italian gem.
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NewsComing Soon: You'll Be Able to Get Loaded Schiacciata Sandwiches at La Panineria's Hole-in-the-Wall Spot Off George Street
Infusing Sydney's sandwich scene with Italian traditions, this tiny family-run eatery will specialise in a thinner, crisper and more-stacked Tuscan staple.
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NewsBlack Star Pastry Has Joined Forces with South Dowling Sandwiches to Create a Limited-Edition Pie
Pie lovers won’t want to miss this French-style creation shaped by a one-two punch of culinary talent.
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NewsBaloney's Is Byron Bay's New York-Style Italian Deli — and It's Serving Stacked Sandwiches, Nostalgia and Plenty of Mortadella
With its creative sandwich fillings and nostalgic setting, this breezy new deli is bringing a piece of the Big Apple to the Northern Rivers' food scene.
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NewsToo Good to Go Is the Discount Marketplace for Surplus Restaurant Food That's Now Available in Four Australian Cities
This food waste app will help you save cash and prevent restaurant-quality food from getting dumped in the bin.
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NewsButter's Cult-Favourite Ramen Club Is Back for 2025 — and This Year, It's Bringing the Heat
Get slurping: this legendary Surry Hills fried chicken house has brought back its soul-warming bowls for another winter — this time with a seriously spicy twist.
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NewsComing Soon: Chef Mike McEnearney Is Opening a New Dining Destination in Australia's First-Ever 1 Hotels Site in Melbourne
Supporting the hotel's eco-conscious design with a nature-driven dining venue, From Here by Mike will bring guests closer to their food.
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NewsComing Soon: Meet the Makers Festival Is Returning to the NSW South Coast for 2025 with 30 Artisan Food and Craft Experiences
Make tracks for one of the state's most artisanal towns, with Milton set to burst to life over four weekends of dining and handicraft bliss.
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NewsComing Soon: Christmas in July Is Bringing Euro Winter Vibes Back to The Rocks with Snowflakes, Raclette and Mulled Wine
Grab yourself a cup of cocoa and take a stroll around this dazzling Euro-style festive market that's landing at The Rocks this winter.
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NewsA New Openair Food Destination Is Popping Up at the Sydney Opera House as Part of Vivid Sydney's Stacked 2025 Culinary Program
Cuban sandwiches, Korean fried chicken and Archie Rose cocktails are joining a heap of returning favourites as part of the Opera House's expanded Vivid 2025 food lineup.
