• News

    Now Open: Aria Announces the Long-Term Activation of its Snack Bar, Which Will Serve Some of Australia's Finest Produce in Bite-Size Form

    Experience Matt Moran's famous fine-dining in snack-size bites, from fried quail legs with caviar to mushroom tarts with truffle and cheddar.

  • News

    The 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.

  • News

    Luke Mangan Has Unveiled a Golden Chocolate Bar Dessert Hiding Prizes Worth Up to $50,000

    Crack into this luxury dessert at any Luke Mangan & Company restaurant and you could uncover a serious bonus.

  • News

    From Simple Sips to Complex Quaffs: Five Ways to Enjoy Peanut Butter Whiskey

    Whether you're dipping a toe or diving straight in, here are five easy ways to try this surprisingly versatile flavoured whiskey.

  • Feature

    "It's About Perfecting the Basics": Honouring Hakumai with Wen Wang

    The Sydney bartender reveals his approach to Japanese craftsmanship and the simple beauty of a rice-based martini.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Melbourne Icon Lee Ho Fook Is Bringing Its Two-Hatted Chinese Cuisine to Sydney, Opening at The Porter House Hotel

    Often credited with redefining Chinese-Australian cuisine, renowned chef Victor Liong is ready to introduce his attention-grabbing dishes to a Sydney crowd.

Latest Guides
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    Dine and Make Curtain Call, as Bennelong at the Sydney Opera House Is Now Serving 45-Minute Snack and Cocktail Sessions

    Conceived as an indulgent pre- or post-show treat, relish a trio of elevated snacks and a curated cocktail amid luxe surrounds.

  • News

    Coming Soon: More Than Twenty Years After Pilu at Freshwater, Giovanni Pilu Sets Sail with Flaminia

    Named for the ship that brought his family to Australia, the acclaimed chef's new Circular Quay restaurant will celebrate Italy's coastal spirit right on Sydney Harbour.

  • News

    The Strand Hotel Relaunches a Revamped Bar With a Burger-Focused Menu and Five days of Discounts

    You've got five days from Wednesday, August 20 to try the new offering for $5 a serve.

  • News

    Fast Fine-Dining Restaurant Ette Sydney Has Launched $10 Happy Hour Drinks and $12 Espresso Martinis

    Make your work day a little brighter with limoncello spritzes, house wine and beer, or drop in for a late-night mascarpone-infused Ettespresso or spiced Double Black espresso martini.

  • News

    You Could Win a $200 Voucher to Enjoy Haku Vodka Martinis in Sydney or Melbourne

    Whether you like yours shaken, stirred or perfectly paired with a crispy rice snack — this is your sign to book a night out.

  • News

    Chef Matt Moran and Solotel Lose Contract for Opera Bar After 24 Years at the Helm, with Applejack Group Set to Take Over the Reins

    Now that a strongly contested tender is complete, the harbourside icon will come under new management from mid-September.

Latest Places
  • Pub

    Coogee Bay Hotel

    253 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee

    A beachside pub that's been a part of the community for 150 years.

  • Restaurant

    The 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.

  • Restaurant

    Manly Fish & Chips

    East Esplanade, Manly

    This nostalgic shack by the Felons crew dishes up fish and chips, prawn rolls and RTDs on Manly Wharf.

  • Restaurant

    Osteria Luna

    68 King Street, Sydney

    A moody underground osteria serving Italian classics with a touch of red-sauce swagger.

  • Restaurant

    Aambra

    518A Old South Head Road, Rose Bay

    Housed inside a heritage-listed former church, this Rose Bay restaurant serves refined, flame-kissed Levantine fare.

  • Restaurant

    KODA Sydney

    20 Curtin Place, Sydney

    This high-energy, Japanese-influenced grill in the former Monopole site slings lasagne gyoza, caviar chicken tenders and robata-fired seafood.

  • Restaurant

    Flaminia

    61 Macquarie Street, Sydney

    Giovanni Pilu's long-awaited follow-up to his celebrated Freshwater restaurant celebrates the great port cities of Italy.

  • Restaurant

    Grill Americano

    1 Chifley Square, Sydney

    Melbourne restaurateur Chris Lucas' celebrated Venetian-inspired steakhouse has landed in a historic Sydney location.

  • Cafe

    Manteiga

    169 Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst

    With an ex-Bentley chef at the helm, this Darlinghurst spot puts a fine-dining spin on classic brunch fare.

  • Restaurant

    Rick Stein at Coogee Beach

    242 Arden Street, Coogee

    The beloved British chef brings his legendary love of seafood to one of the city's most beautiful stretches of sand.

  • News

    Gelato Messina Is Hosting Its First-Ever Pasta Feast, Celebrating Saturday Night Pasta's Newest Range at Its Marrickville Factory

    For one night only, a host of foodie friends and collaborators will come together to celebrate the launch of a new pasta and sauce range.

  • News

    Steam Secrets: We Asked a Barista How to Make the Most of Plant-Based Milk

    World Barista Champion Anthony Douglas shares his expert advice on steaming, pairing and getting the best out of plant-based milks.

  • News

    Skrewed Classics: How to Give Your Favourite Cocktails a Peanut Butter Twist

    From an old fashioned to an espresso martini, here are seven classic cocktails that taste better with peanut butter whiskey.

  • News

    Fabbrica Bread Shop Is Indulging Your Winter Food Cravings by Hosting a Stacked Lasagne Night Every Wednesday in August

    Pre-order a classic Italian feast to enjoy on your couch or detour through the Rozelle location for a comfort-inducing midweek dinner.

  • News

    Gyuniku's All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Just Got Better, with Panko Crumbed Gyukatsu Added to Its Crowd-Pleasing Menu

    This sprawling buffet is stacked with premium cuts and bites, but the addition of golden wagyu sirloin is sure to take your dining experience to even greater heights.

  • Feature

    A Beginner's Guide to Rice Vodka

    As drinks go, few are as (literally) polished as rice-based vodka.

Latest Events
  • Feature

    Honouring Hakumai

    What does quality vodka and high-end sushi have in common? A humble, but high end grain.

  • Feature

    "Rice is Like Pasta to Italians, It's in Our Soul": Honouring Hakumai with Chef Hajime Horiguchi

    Akira Horikawa shares his pursuit of sushi perfection and why humble white rice is the most important ingredient in Japanese cuisine.

  • News

    You Can Now Order a Mediterranean Feast to Your Dining Table From This Sydney Restaurant

    St Siandra is doing takeaway a new way — so you can plate, pour and pretend you're dining by the Med, without leaving the house.

  • Guide

    Sip, Snack and Savour: These Sydney Bars Are Pairing Haku Vodka Martinis with Rice-Inspired Bites

    This winter, discover elegant Haku Vodka martinis paired with inventive snacks that celebrate Japanese rice craftsmanship.

  • News

    Meet the Makers Full 2025 Festival Program Is Set to Get You Chasing Flavours and Experiences Across the NSW South Coast

    Strap in for a month of top-notch food and wine from the culinary makers and shakers that call Milton home.

  • Feature

    Honouring 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.

  • News

    The Ten Best Hearty Roasts in Sydney

    There's nothing quite like a juicy, slow-cooked, gravy-drenched roast on a wintry Sydney weekend.

  • News

    Tokyo 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.

  • News

    Now 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.

  • News

    Tastes 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.

  • News

    Sheraton 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.

  • News

    Gelato 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.

  • News

    Coming 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.

  • News

    The Diageo World Class Finals Will See the Country's Eight Best Bartenders Shaking and Stirring for Their Chance to Represent Australia on the Global Stage

    The Diageo World Class national final returns this month — and the winner will go on to represent Australia against the world's best in Toronto later this year.

  • News

    Ice 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.

  • News

    Hot 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.

  • News

    Now Open: The Vault Is Sydney's New Basement Speakeasy Hidden in a 1930s Bank Vault — And It Opens for Just Six People at a Time

    Clocking in at less than ten square metres, this luxe pop-up bar is pouring Lark whisky from a secret strongroom beneath a five-star hotel.

  • News

    Now 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.

  • News

    Three 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.

  • News

    Darlo 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.

  • News

    Coming 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.

  • News

    Rooftop 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.

  • News

    Nocturne at Pier Pavilion Is Bringing Dreamy Live Instrumentals to Barangaroo This Winter

    This stunning new open-air venue in Barangaroo is hosting a month-long free music series, transforming the space into a moody, sonic wonderland by night.

  • 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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