Astronomy Nights at Aster

Overview

Pay a visit to The InterContinental Sydney's glamorous rooftop bar, 32 storeys up, and you can look down upon one of the most unrivalled views of Circular Quay, Sydney Cove, the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge, anywhere in the city. But stunning as those vistas are, a new series of events will have you turning your eyes to the sky instead. Aster is going astral.

At this four-night series, taking place every Thursday between August 8–29, you can learn about the wonders of the cosmos from esteemed astrophysicist Dr Ángel Lopez-Sanchez as you sip champagne, themed cocktails and delicious bites. And don't worry, blankets will also be provided so you can rug up against the winter chill.

Star maps will help you identify heavenly bodies, while gourmet eats including three-cheese croquettes with caramelised aioli, braised Angus short ribs with wild mushrooms, cavolo nero and red wine jus and slow-cooked carrots with wild mushrooms and a pomegranate glaze keep your body fuelled for an evening of discovery.

Tickets are $140 per person and included in the price is a welcome glass of bubbles, a signature cocktail topped with a bubble of haze that disperses like a nebula when the glass touches your lips, plus a glass of wine. Additional beverages of your choice can still be purchased from the bar at any point during the evening. Sips, snacks, stars and Sydney — a match made in heaven.

Images: Steven Woodburn