Lotus Galeries Chinese Restaurant Will Close This Weekend After 10 Years

CP On: How Do We Future-Proof the Hospitality Industry?

With crisis after crisis piling on costs for venue owners and operators, how is the hospo world preparing for whatever the future may hold?

Coming Soon: Pizza'Mare Delivers the a'Mare Experience Without the Fine-Dining Price Tag

The lauded Barangaroo restaurant will expand into a three-part venue — adding a new upstairs pizzeria and aperitivo bar.

Turning 125 Years Young, the Lord Roberts Hotel Is Celebrating Its Huge Milestone with a Throwback Menu and Venue Revamp

Marking a milestone worth celebrating, this historic Darlinghurst pub is winding back the clock with a month-long specials menu and a retro renovation.

Inside Fox Coffee, Brisbane's 130kg-a-Week Espresso Powerhouse

How a humble family-run warehouse coffee roastery in Brisbane's inner north transformed into a local community hub.

Coming Soon: Pineapples and Parisian Fare — Ananas Returns to The Rocks with Seasonal French Cuisine and a Champagne Focus

Almost a decade since this French brasserie closed, it's returning to The Rocks with a renewed flair for Parisian-style cuisine and pineapple lamps.

Neil Perry's Margaret Has Been Named the Second-Best Steak Restaurant in the World — with 22 Australian Eateries Making the List

Almost a fifth of the eateries on the World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants List for 2026 are from Australia.

Coming Soon: The Golden Age of Mid-Century Manhattan Dining Is Headed to Sydney, with Vito's Opening in the Burns Philp Building

Sydney is set to channel old New York elegance, as this Italian-American restaurant revives the ritual and romance of mid-century Manhattan dining.

CP On: Is the Vanilla Slice the Most Divisive Dessert in Australia?

Some can't get enough of it, some won't go near it, but the humble vanilla slice has an unshakeable podium spot as one of Australia's most iconic desserts.

Heaps Normal Is Pouring Thousands of Free Schooners Nationwide This Friday to Celebrate Its New Draught Brew

The leading non-alcoholic brewery has broken new ground with its latest brew, and you can try it for free in a nationwide Friday happy hour.

These Are the Craft Beer Trends to Look Out For in 2026

We spoke with Trent from Smiley Brewing Co about the craft beers that are flying out the door in 2026.

Coming Soon: Cronulla Set to Land a New Day-to-Night Music Room, Bar and French Bistro, With Meadow Launching in May

Meadow is set to reinvigorate the evolving Cronulla hospo offering with a music-forward, drinks-led experience.

This Just In: Josh and Julie Niland Are Celebrating Ten Years of Saint Peter by Collaborating With the World's Best Chefs

Australia's top seafood chef is welcoming talents from the world's best kitchens to exclusive dinners at his Paddington restaurant.

Now Open: Little Sista Is Leura's New Focaccia-First Cafe, Where Vinyl Records Soundtrack a Blue Mountains Pit Stop

Tucked into a tree-lined village strip, this Med-inspired mountain cafe has a seriously good soundtrack.

Heritage Multi-Level Eatery Shell House Is Hosting Two Seafood-Centric Events During Vivid Sydney 2026

Tuck into the freshest bounty of the sea under the guidance of the experts during Vivid Sydney.

Calling All Coffee Fans: This is What's Happening at the Melbourne International Coffee Expo Including Barista Battles & DJs

Barista battles, roaster competitions, tastings and DJs are all brewing at the 2026 Melbourne International Coffee Expo this March.

The Best Hot Cross Buns in Sydney

Seek out these spiced, chocolatey, crunchy and surprisingly scrumptious Easter treats all over Sydney.

This Just In: Gelato Messina Is Opening Up Its Marrickville HQ for New Messinaville Factory Tours

The cult gelato brand is inviting fans onto the floor of its Marrickville production hub for a tasting-filled look at how its sweets are made from scratch.

This Just In: The International Is Joining Vivid Sydney With a Wine Party Co-Hosted by the P&V Wine + Liquor Team

30 plus winemakers from across New South Wales are gathering in Martin Place to celebrate the state's flavours during Vivid Sydney.

Live Music, Karaoke and a Surprise Driver Appearance: Inside Melbourne's Race Week Party Hub

Race week in Melbourne spilled well beyond the circuit this year, with the city buzzing thanks to watch parties, live music, and a surprise driver appearance.

This Carolina Reaper Burger Is So Fiery It Comes with a Waiver — Thankfully, Milk and Cucumbers Are Standing By

With a waiver to sign and milk at the ready, this limited-time burger range pushes the Scoville scale, but swaps bravado for spice-fuelled fun.

CP On: Since When Did Everyone Get So Good at Making Coffee at Home?

The office coffee run once doubled as social glue — now, thanks to #dalgona and better machines, the ritual has quietly moved inside the house.

We Asked Irish Expats What Australia Has in Common with their Homeland

From pies and Sunday roasts to sport and the sacred status of the local pub, Irish expats reveal what Australia and Ireland have in common.

ICYMI: Paddo Inn Has Expanded Its Experiential Event Series Into Monthly 'Paddo Nights Inn'

Tarot, astrology, crime stories and more will now be a regular feature at Paddo Inn, following sold-out demands for the once infrequent events.

How to Celebrate Like the Irish in Sydney's CBD This St Patrick's Day

Celebrate St Patrick's Day the Irish way at these Sydney pubs.

This Just In: Bathers Pavilion Announces Four-Week Residency by Award-Winning Californian Restaurant SingleThread

One of the best restaurants in the world is calling Balmoral home for four weeks this winter.

Applejack Is Carrying Out Its Long-Term Vision for Opera Bar and House Canteen, Embarking on Fresh Harbourside Upgrades

Having signed a ten-year agreement to run Opera Bar and House Canteen, Applejack is ready to commence renovations on its harbourside venues.

8 Sydney Restaurants Offering Fresh Oysters For Your Long Lunch

Bright, briny and uniquely West Australian, Albany Rock Oysters are the summer seafood order and these eight Sydney venues are serving them freshly shucked.

This Just In: El Jannah Is Giving Away 100,000 Whole Charcoal Chickens For Free in Every Store — Starting Right Now

There's a whole, juicy, smoky charcoal chicken — and garlic sauce — with your name on it at your nearest El Jannah store, all for free.

This Just In: The Noosa Food & Wine Festival 2026 Line-Up Has Landed

Each June, Noosa turns into Australia’s most delicious coastal playground — here’s our picks of the events you won’t want to miss.

Coming Soon: Odd Culture Group Is Opening an Underground Daiquiri Bar and Osteria in the CBD

The hospitality outfit is expanding into the city, with two new venues set to open on York Street in the coming weeks.

A Peek Behind the Curtain of Sydney's Beloved Self Raised Baked Treats

They're the baked goods Sydneysiders know and love, but what goes on behind the scenes of Self Raised?

The 30 Best Steak Restaurants in Australia Have Been Revealed, So Did Your Favourite Make the Cut?

Before the global list is revealed, the Steak Ambassadors have unveiled the 30 Best Steak Restaurants in Australia.

Here's What Melbourne's Off-Track Race Week Will Look Like This Year

Jack Daniel's is celebrating race week with several events across the city.

"Bold and Unapologetic": These Are the Indonesian Flavours and Dishes to Try Before You Die

From bold spices to fusion comfort food, Dutch Smuggler's Executive Chef shares the Indonesian flavours you should try.

The Gold Coast's Most Irresistible Al Fresco Dining Spots That Are Worth Travelling For

From Burleigh's beachfront heavy-hitters to rooftop cocktails and hidden gems, these Gold Coast spots are alfresco dining at its best.

This Just In: ButterBoy Is Launching a New Top-Secret Flavour, And Guessing It Could Win You a Year of Cookies

Sharpen your taste buds and clear your mind...guessing this flavour could win you a delicious prize.

The 28 Best BYO Restaurants in Sydney for When You're on a Budget (or Want to Bring Your Favourite Drop)

Head to your local bottle shop or pilfer your own wine collection before hitting these Sydney restaurants.

Celebrate the Summer: Concrete Playground's Top Picks On Where to Find the Best Margaritas

Sip your way through summer with these margarita-loving venues.

Michelin-Listed Taqueria El Vilsito Is Heading to Australia, Joining the Margarita Week Festivities in Brisbane and Sydney

Touching down for a two-weekend takeover in both Brisbane and Sydney, a pair of chefs from this acclaimed taqueria will serve up the flavours of CDMX.

The 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.

This Just In: You Can Now Make Reservations Via Uber Eats — Including at the Country's Hottest Restaurants

Adding to the app's growing dining-centric features, now you can score sought-after restaurant reservations on the move.