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NewsFamed Canadian Chef Matty Matheson Is Heading Down Under for a Nationwide Speaking Tour
He'll chat food, mental health and the #MeToo movement in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.
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NewsYou'll Soon Be Able to Stay In (and Grab a Snack At) a Pop-Up Taco Bell Hotel
Think taco-themed rooms, tacos for breakfast and taco-inspired poolside cocktails.
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NewsMelbourne's Luxe Bubble Tea Chain Is Opening Its First Two Sydney Stores This Week
Sip your way through teas with everything from charcoal, cumquat, collagen and even cheese foam.
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NewsFive Must-Hit Wineries That'll Make You Never Want to Leave Tasmania
Sip at your own risk. You may never want to return home.
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NewsFive Indulgent Tasmanian Restaurants Guaranteed to Warm Your Soul This Winter
Settle in for cosy meals of local produce and unique wines.
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NewsThe Sydney Opera House's Vivid Pop-Up Bar Is an Opulent Post-Punk Homage to The Cure
The late-night Spellbound bar will be a den of moody opulence where you can eat rich snacks, drink beers and listen to Iggy Pop and New Order before or after a Vivid Live gig.
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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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GuideSip, 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.
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GuideSydney Bars and Restaurants That Are Undeniably, Unabashedly Romantic
Low lighting, jazz playlists, opulent cocktails — these date spots will help you to start planning the perfect Valentine's Day.
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GuideThe Most Popular Bars in Sydney for 2024
Beloved drinking holes, new brewery bars and a whole lot of rooftops — they’ve all grabbed your attention this year.
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GuideThe 50 Best Bars in Sydney Right Now — Ranked
Whether you're on the hunt for an extensive mezcal collection, an intimate date-night spot or the best bar snacks around, these are our picks for the best bars in Sydney.
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Guide
The Best Rooftop Bars in Sydney Right Now
The only way is up at these sky-bound bars, where crisp drinks and yummy snacks come with a generous pour of fun in the sun.
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GuideFive Inner West Pubs to Hit For Good Vibes and Great Feeds On a Night Out
There's a feed for every group and occasion to be found at these Inner West gems.
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GuideHola Amigos: Five Latin American and Spanish Restaurants for Cocktails and Comida with Your Mates
Move aside espresso martinis, there's a new coffee cocktail in town — and these venues are shouting the first 43 orders.
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GuideThe Most Popular Cafes in Sydney for 2024 So Far
Revamped inner-city favourites, new spots from local stalwarts and bakeries that had you lining up around the corner — these all made the list of your most clicked-on cafes for 2024.
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GuideThe Best (and Cosiest) Bars and Pubs with Fireplaces in Sydney
Warm up over fireside beers, whisky cocktails and gravy-covered roasts.
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GuideThe Best Bars in Dulwich Hill (and Surrounds)
A sausage cellar door, a revamped Greek milk bar and a live music haven are just a few of your nighttime options around town.
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NewsThe Grounds Is Opening a Massive New Cafe Inside a Historic Inner-City Warehouse
It'll be the group's biggest venue yet, with a 200-seat dining precinct, espresso bar and coffee research lab.
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NewsSalt Beef Is Serving Up London's Legendary 'Beigels' in the Inner West
It has taken over the kitchen at Slyfox, serving slow-cooked wagyu brisket (and vegan cauliflower) bagels and waffle fries.
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NewsWe're Giving Away a Mexican Feast for You and Your Mates
Treat your crew to dinner and drinks in Bondi — and we'll pick up the bill.
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NewsSurry Hills Favourite Longrain Is Set to Close Its Doors After 20 Years
The mod Thai spot will shut its doors at the end of June.
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NewsForty Licks Is the CBD's New Underground Vietnamese Restaurant and Bar
Head into this York Street basement for Vietnamese noodle soups, Hanoi street food and colourful cocktails.
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RestaurantFortune of War
137 George Street, The Rocks
Fortune of War might be Sydney's oldest pub, but its 2025 reopening has set it up for a bright next chapter in its story.
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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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BarLi'l Darlin Crows Nest
23 Willoughby Road, Crows Nest
Surry Hills' playful restaurant and bar now has a sibling, pairing cocktails and sharing menus in the lower North Shore.
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RestaurantEla Ela
81 Sussex St, Sydney
Chef Peter Consistis' latest venture reimagines Greek cuisine with a modern twist at the former pub turned five-venue hospitality hub, The Bristol.
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RestaurantRowlee Wines
19 Lake Canobolas Road, Nashdale
Experience the ultimate wine-lovers' escape at this winery outside Orange.
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RestaurantPrinthie Wines
208 Nancarrow Lane, Nashdale
Experience wine with altitude paired with oysters farmed on site.
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RestaurantRoast Republic
174 Clarence Street, Sydney
Succulent barbecue ribs and spicy buffalo wings are singing out for your dining pleasure at this Clarence Street locale.
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RestaurantBalcon by Tapavino
17 Bligh Street, Sydney
Imbibe in Spanish wine and tapas in the heart of the Harbour City.
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RestaurantParipé
26 Kensington Street, Chippendale
Experience a slice of Spain in Chippendale's bustling international culinary hub.
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NewsA Shoestring Guide to the UK's Scenic South
Discover the best of the UK's culture, historical landmarks and natural wonders without blowing big bucks.
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NewsA Pokemon-Inspired Bar Is Popping Up in Australia So You Can Catch 'Em All Over a Cocktail
The Pokebars will pop up in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane with themed food, cocktails and 'battles'.
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NewsThe Sydney Restaurants Former MasterChef Australia Winner Adam Liaw Visits for Inspiration
Discover where the Australian Malaysian celebrity chef loves to eat.
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GuideSydney's Best Hearty Sunday Roasts
Warm up on a wintry weekend with juicy roast meats and plenty of gravy.
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NewsAnother Disney-Themed Bottomless Brunch Party Is Coming to Sydney
A boozy sing-along brunch fit for a (Disney) prince or princess.
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GuideSeven Bars Pouring Caribbean-Influenced Cocktails to Keep Those Summer Vibes Alive This Winter
Remain blissfully unaware that summer's over with this selection of tropical tipples.
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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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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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EventSammy Virji at the Sydney Opera House
Mon, 9 Mar, 2026
Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Catch one of UKG's biggest stars, as he debuts his live show at Australia's most iconic music venue.
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NewsA Food Lover's Guide to Margaret River
Indulge in one of Australia's most epicurean seaside destinations.
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NewsWe're Giving Away Double Passes to a Luxe Wine Tasting During Vivid
Experience the festival of lights the best way possible — away from the crowds and with a glass of wine in hand.
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GuideTen Essential Spots to Visit in Newtown
From a crowd-funded cafe serving up piping hot breakfast ramen to an ethically-minded clothes shop.
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NewsMétisse Is the New Affordable French Fine-Diner in the Former Gastro Park Space
Eat gold-dusted quail eggs, foie gras and truffles all prepared by Michelin-starred chefs — without breaking the bank.
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NewsMelbourne's 48h Pizza e Gnocchi Bar Has Claimed the Title of Best Pizza In Australia
The winning pizza features ingredients specific to Italy's Parma region, including mozzarella fior di latte, rocket, prosciutto di Parma and Grana Padano parmesan.
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NewsChippendale Favourite Freda's Has Just Been Granted a New 4am Licence
It's big a win for Sydney's live music scene.
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NewsAn Essential Guide to Margaret River's Must-Visit Wineries
Start planning a visit to WA — from organic farms to stately cellar doors, this region has some of the best wine in the country.
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NewsGelatissimo Has Released a New Gelato Flavour for (Very Good) Dogs
The new Pawesome Peanut Butter gelato is safe for humans and pooches alike — and it's also vegan.
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NewsKitchen By Mike Is Now Open in the CBD for Next-Level Work Lunches and After-Work Snacks
And pre-work bone broth shots.
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NewsThe Golden Century Team's New Modern Restaurant Will be a Homage to Pipis and XO Sauce
XOPP will open on the mezzanine level of Darling Square's new Exchange Building this August.
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NewsYou Can Now Drink Your Vegemite on Toast Thanks to Archie Rose's New Spirit
ArchieMite is made from Pepe Saya butter, a house-blend of 'mite' spreads and Sonoma sourdough toast.
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GuideNSW Breweries Worthy of a Weekend Road Trip
Try freshly brewed dragon fruit beer on the coast, milkshake IPAs in Wollongong and malty lagers in Newcastle.
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NewsBar Botanica Is the Central Coast's New Plant-Filled Cafe and Gelateria
You'll find it inside an old mud-brick hut in the middle of Distillery Botanica's garden.
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NewsMary's New Circular Quay Restaurant Is Opening This Week — and It Has a Vegan Menu
As well as all of Mary's meat-filled classics, you'll find fried cauliflower and vegan burgers.
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NewsSouthwest Sydney's Ambarvale Hotel Has Reopened After a Huge Renovation
It's now home to a microbrewery, a plant-filled garden bar and chorizo and cheese 'doughnuts'.
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NewsFive Breweries Guaranteed to Keep You Warm on a Tasmanian Winter Getaway
Where to sip a cold one on the island state.
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NewsSouthside Charmers Is Redfern's New 70s Miami-Inspired Cafe by the Bart Jr Team
It's serving up brunch cocktails and Mexican fare for breakfast lunch and (soon) dinner.
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NewsYou Can Score $5 Burritos and Coronas at These Mexican Eateries Next Week
Guzman y Gomez is celebrating Cinco de Mayo with cheap eats and drinks at all its Aussie stores.
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NewsThe Good Place Is the New Completely Gluten-Free Eatery Set to Open Across Australia
The dietary requirement-friendly spot has opened in Sydney's south — and four more stores are planned for NSW and Queensland.
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NewsA Tiny Eight-Seat Greek Cocktail and Meze Bar Has Opened in the CBD
It's serving up ouzo and dolmades next to sister restaurant Alpha.
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NewsCraft Beer Experts Bucket Boys Are Opening a Bottle Shop in the Revamped Oxford Tavern
And it'll launch on Anzac Day.
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NewsRivareno Gelato Is Collaborating with Four Sydney Eateries on a Range of Limited-Edition Scoops
It's teaming up with Kylie Kwong, Lankan Filling Station, Da Mario and Anason.
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NewsPeppe's Is Bondi's New All-Vegan Gnocchi Bar from the Paperbark Team
The 40-square-metre restaurant boasts a simple plant-based menu and natural wines by the glass.
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NewsWinona Is the Northern Beaches New Natural Wine and Craft Beer Bottle-O
Stop by this weekend for minimal intervention drops, craft beer, Junmai sake and handmade drinkware.
