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A South African speakeasy sets down on Oxford Street

admin — Mon, 21 May 2012 00:30:26 +0000

Darlinghurst has inherited its own shebeen, smack bang on Oxford Street. What's a shebeen you ask? During apartheid, black South Africans… Read more about Lucky Totsi Shebeen & Bar

Bondi Farmers Market gets a Burger Bar

admin — Fri, 18 May 2012 00:30:00 +0000

This Saturday at the Bondi Farmers Market marks the official launch of Sammy & Bella’s Burger Bar & Lemonade Stand, which brings good,… Read more about Sammy & Bella’s Burger Bar

Your new winter hideaway

admin — Wed, 16 May 2012 00:30:12 +0000

Colin Fassnidge from Four in Hand is at it again. His latest addition, 4fourteen, is completely a buzz on a Tuesday night and it's easy to… Read more about 4Fourteen

A minimalist bistro in the west

admin — Mon, 14 May 2012 00:30:30 +0000

We know inner Sydneysiders don't venture out of their zone much, but we’re here to tell you that there’s life beyond Balmain. Push a bit… Read more about Antoine's Grill

Prepare for your favourite new nocturnal treat

admin — Fri, 11 May 2012 00:30:31 +0000

The Midnight Special has moved into Newtown and is well worth a trip into the 2042 postcode. The majority of staff and management have been… Read more about Midnight Special

Latest pop-up bar is the pick of the crop

admin — Wed, 09 May 2012 01:47:41 +0000

Hilton Hotel Sydney has launched the ‘Farmers Market’ at Zeta Bar which will run every Friday night until mid-Jun. It's not your… Read more about Farmer’s Market at Zeta Bar

New Fish Shop right on the money

admin — Mon, 07 May 2012 00:30:02 +0000

We’re just about as excited as a Deadliest Catch skipper in a king crab orgy to discover The Fish Shop in Potts Point, the kind of funky,… Read more about The Fish Shop

Curds, whey and vineyard plonk

admin — Fri, 04 May 2012 00:45:00 +0000

Amid the breeding of small bars across Sydney, we’ve yet to come across one like Zigi’s which specialises in wine and cheese pairings.… Read more about Zigi’s Wine Cheese Bar

Manly’s Hotel Steyne navigates a new course with Moonshine Bar

admin — Fri, 04 May 2012 00:30:14 +0000

At the end of 2011 Manly’s Hotel Steyne unveiled the pirate-inspired Moonshine bar on their top floor and we are loving it. If it’s beer… Read more about Moonshine

Stowaway with this haul of seafarer’s cocktails

admin — Wed, 02 May 2012 00:30:36 +0000

Button Bar opened two weeks back and is from the guys who brought us Pocket, and the more refined, Stitch. There's no signage so you'll need… Read more about Button Bar

The coolest pitstop in Sydney

admin — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:31 +0000

Town Bike Pitstop opened last week on the previously ghost-town end of Abercrombie Street and we love it because it’s a commuter bike… Read more about Town Bike Pitstop

A taco party in the West

admin — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:30:25 +0000

The man behind the anticipated Al Carbon taco truck is putting on a preview at his upcoming Cinco de Mayo party in the city's west. Atilla… Cinco de Mayo Taquiza

Paddo gets a new restaurant and wine bar

admin — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 23:30:48 +0000

Mr Cooper’s Restaurant & Wine Bar has just popped up in the old Avido space and while the space looks much the same the kitchen has… Read more about Mr Coopers

For one night in May

admin — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:29:06 +0000

Sydney's first ever Secret Cinema hits next Wednesday and we're a wee bit excited. How does it work? Buy your ticket form Moshtix, wait for… Read more about World Movies Secret Cinema

Sunday sesh Italian style

admin — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 23:30:57 +0000

Since the weather in Sydney can no longer be trusted, we’ve found the perfect indoor activity for you this weekend. Head to Global Gallery… Read more about Sip Your Modo: Australian flavours, Italian style

Take in a show and the best view in town

admin — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 23:30:56 +0000

STC have opened up their enviable wharf building to more than just the theatre crowd,unveiling The Bar at the End of the Wharf last week. At… Read more about The Bar at the End of the Wharf

Find this little fox before the rest of the hounds

admin — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:45 +0000

Behind the brick arch of a ‘blink and you'll miss it’ doorway on Crows Nest's busy Falcon Street lies Foxtrot, a small den perfectly set… Read more about Foxtrot

One you go black, you can go back… for a few days

admin — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 23:30:59 +0000

If you’ve been sucking down your daily flat white, you might be unaware of a revolution that’s happening under your espresso-infused… Read more about Black Coffee

Memories of Shanghai in Ashfield

admin — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:30:19 +0000

Ashfield’s evolution into Sydney’s Little Shanghai continues, with the recent launch of Shanghai Memory. It's a spinoff of… Read more about Shanghai Memory

Contemporary Japanese with a neon twist

admin — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 23:30:16 +0000

Take the three brothers from LL Wine & Dine, throw in a seasoned international restaurateur and sprinkle with a seriously slick concept and… Read more about PaperPlanes

An innovative culinary space

admin — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 03:29:28 +0000

Ambitious much? The Grounds of Alexandria sits inside a massive renovated warehouse space along Bourke Road. It's a coffee roastery, café… Read more about The Grounds of Alexandria

New light for old friends in Potts Point

admin — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 23:30:29 +0000

Potts Point is constantly evolving and The Village is the latest dolled-up debutante on the formerly dark backstreets. Owners James Moses… Read more about The Village

Luxe French dining right in the heart of Sydney

admin — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 23:30:36 +0000

Treat your senses with a truly luxe experience with the first in a series of new and exclusive dining experience, set to launch on May 16 at… Read more about A Sensory Journey with Ruinart

Shaking to the beat of its own maracas

admin — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 23:30:11 +0000

Tucked away on quaint little Glenayr Avenue, just curb of the Bondi hustle and bustle, is a brand spanking new breath of fresh fiesta air.… Read more about Haciendas

Sweet treats down Sutherland way

admin — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 23:30:48 +0000

If you’ve got a craving for some gourmet macarons or house baked pastry, you’d best get yourself down to The Ivy Patisserie. This newly… Read more about The Ivy Patisserie

Six winemakers, a boot full of wine and a secret location

admin — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 23:30:03 +0000

The boys at New Generation Hunter Valley will be hitting the east coast next month in a big green bus to spread some Hunter Valley love. And… Read more about New Generation Hunter Valley Pop Up Wine Bar

Erskineville’s very own Japanese wine bar

admin — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 23:30:24 +0000

We’ve found a new Japanese sake bar in a quiet pocket near Erskineville station and we grantee it’s as kooky as the name suggest. Sake… Read more about Kuki Tanuki

Burrito place arrives in Surry Hills

admin — Thu, 22 Mar 2012 23:30:42 +0000

You can now sate your needs at The Original California Burrito Company on the Cleveland Street end of Crown Street. The OCB boasts all the… Read more about The OCB Company

Grab a coffee from the lady in red

admin — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 23:30:36 +0000

Bondi Junction has a new coffee mistress and her name is Miss Marmalade. Latte sippers are welcomed into the fresh store on Oxford Street by… Read more about Miss Marmalade

The Little Black Book sneak peak of offers

admin — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 23:30:22 +0000

The Little Black Book is back at Westfield Bondi Junction, bigger and better than ever! Be the first to take a sneak peak of the 112… Read more about The Little Black Book

Dulwich Hill heats up

admin — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 23:30:44 +0000

Dulwich Hill is fast becoming the place to be and newly opened PS Café is proof. It's situated away from the hustle and bustle of… Read more about PS Café

Bondi’s newest picnic hot spot

admin — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 23:30:30 +0000

Bondi Picnic is the latest coolio café to hit the East and has taken on prime position at the corner of Hall and Glenayr St. What we like… Read more about Bondi Picnic

Eat, drink and dance like a freak

admin — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 23:30:20 +0000

Get your wine-supping buttocks to The Blocks, at the Harbour’s edge at the end of Pier 2/3 in Walsh Bay. Make your suavest entrance or… Read more about The Blocks

Demolitions of the delicious variety

admin — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 23:30:05 +0000

Sydney get ready, 2 hatter Claudes is set to host an innovative series of ‘Demolition Dinners’ that will see an unlikely collaboration… Read more about Demolition Dinners at Claude's

Free laneway party

admin — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 23:30:47 +0000

The west is best this Saturday, especially in Nowtown where there’ll be a festival of the roving kind. Reclaim The Lanes is a community… Read more about Reclaim The Lanes

A pageant of the cowgirl kind

admin — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 23:30:35 +0000

Entries close tomorrow for the first annual Cowgirl Hall of Fame Pageant which will be hosted at The Vanguard this June. Forget toddlers and… Read more about The Cowgirl Hall of Fame Pageant

Serving up three square meals of taste, value and quality

admin — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 23:30:57 +0000

Watts On Crown are definitely an ambitious bunch, the new Crown Street eatery is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week.… Read more about Watts On Crown

Old school dining worth every penny

admin — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 23:30:09 +0000

Dan Puskas and James Parry both formerly of Oscillate Wildly have opened Sixpenny. This old school styled restaurant is degustation only… Read more about Sixpenny

Woollahra gets a new neighbour

admin — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 23:30:47 +0000

It started out as the stables of a Victorian mansion in the late 1800s and has had various reincarnations including as a scout hall, park… Chiswick

There is nothing freaky about this new Bondi tiki

admin — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 23:15:24 +0000

Located right in the heart of Bondi Junction, three week old the tiki bar Kitchen is the latest and greatest on trend pop-up to emerge… Read more about Tiki Bar Kitchen

What was once a loading dock….

admin — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:13:02 +0000

Corduroy has now launched in what was once a Surry Hills loading dock. Pumping out quality pours of an exclusive Guatemalan/Colombian blend… Read more about Corduroy

For those who want a proper roasting.

admin — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 23:42:16 +0000

Double Roasters is now firmly placed as a favourite of the inner western Sydney suburb of Marrickville. Owners Scott Robertson (ex Pigeon… Read more about Double Roasters

You don’t need to mortgage your house to eat here

admin — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 23:30:15 +0000

Located smack bang in the centre of Sydney on Elizabeth Street, Momo has a monopoly on the two important meals that fill your working day.… Read more about Momo Brasserie

Modern Australian dining with a truly local focus

admin — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 23:40:48 +0000

Newtown’s King Street has a new dining destination, and a break from the monotony of Thai restaurants, with last week’s arrival of… Read more about Spencer Guthrie

Garden fresh dining among the factory outlets

admin — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 23:04:46 +0000

The primarily industrial areas that surround Alexandria aren’t normally ones you’d associate with good food, but if the recent opening… Read more about Kitchen By Mike

Welcome to Pop Sydney: Sussex Lane

admin — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 23:30:14 +0000

For two days only Sussex Lane will be transformed into a great, green oasis in the heart of our bustling city. Feel the grass under your… More about Pop Sydney: Sussex Lane

Forresters is reinvented

admin — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:34:57 +0000

The Norfolk/Abercrombie/Carrington crew have done it again – they’ve launched another drink and dine venue to draw hipsters in droves.… Read more about The Forresters

Head to the playground this weekend

admin — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:05:07 +0000

Not your average festival Playground was inspired by the quirkier European festivals like the Big Chill and Secret Garden Party. Hoola hoop… Read more about Playground Weekender Festival

Affordable design heaven

admin — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 23:30:45 +0000

Oxford St Design Store opened for the first time last Friday. It’s the brainchild of Louise and Alex De Bonis who run the girl power… Read more about Oxford Street Design Store

Cook with a pro at Last Tuesday’s Diner

admin — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:30:14 +0000

The folks at Our Big Kitchen are making cooking fun again with Last Tuesday's Diner. On the last Tuesday of each month they commission one… Read more about Last Tuesday’s Diner @ Our Big Kitchen

Exchange the popcorn for some peddles at Sydney’s Cycle In Cinema

admin — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:00:22 +0000

Attention all cyclists and movie lovers, grab your bikes and get peddling. Forget slumping in front of a screen, here is the healthiest way… Read more about Sydney's Cycle In Cinema

The Best quickie in town

admin — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:00:09 +0000

No one knows who “Wilbur” is, and quite frankly, not many people care. But there is one fact; whoever Wilbur has impeccable taste in… Read more about Wilbur's Place

Restaurant veterans take Potts Point to the Greek

admin — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 22:27:25 +0000

Welcome to The Apollo, sure to become the latest darling of Macleay Street. The spacious 90-seater is the brainchild of Longrain co-owner… Read more about Stop 15 Pop Up Shop

Join the stampede and check out Darlinghurst’s newest treasure

admin — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 23:59:45 +0000

One of the best things any bar or restaurant can do is live up to its name. Buffalo Dining Club in Darlinghurst does just that, delivering… Read more about Buffalo Dining Club

Visit the big Yellow House

admin — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 02:29:29 +0000

The Yellow House in Potts Point has had a change. Gone is Yellow Bistro and in its place stands the new Brass Bistro and Bar. The folks… Read more about Brass Bistro and Bar

Check out the handywork in this bar

admin — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:12:59 +0000

If you’re into rustic charm, Bondi Hardware offers it in abundance. Peeling back the paint to reveal original fixtures, the folks at Bondi… Read more about Bondi Hardware

Rediscover the harbour with a cheeky mid-week wine at Helm Bar

admin — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 23:24:26 +0000

Darling Harbour’s Helm Bar has launched a series of wine nights, running from February 16 to March 15 in their Lower Deck beer garden. Read more about Helm Bar Wine Nights

Swap the schooners for sweatbands at Lo-Fi this Sunday

admin — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 23:10:56 +0000

Relaxation and laziness will be swapped for tiny balls, wooden racquets and a ping pong table the Chinese Olympic team would envy. Yes… Read More about Lo-Fi Open

Veg out at Alexandria’s sunny, organic eat-house

admin — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:27:08 +0000

B&C is the kind of cosy, bright, organic wholefoods café you can readily find in New York and LA, but that Sydney has sorely lacked. It’s… Read more about Bread & Circus

Lovers of all things vintage rejoice; your new favourite shop is here

admin — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 23:00:16 +0000

Occupying the Balatro Gallery, tucked just off Broadway is Old Vogue, a mecca for lovers of all things 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s,… Read more about Old Vogue

Marrickville’s hottest new café is also a preserve production house

admin — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 23:46:22 +0000

On the corner of busy Illawarra Road, in the heart of Marrickville, lies Cornersmith. Co-owner Alex Elliott-Howery is in the kitchen busily… Read more about Cornersmith

Get ready for a sensorial experience like no other in the heart of Sydney

admin — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:35:53 +0000

Design Bar by Classique is everything the trendy Surry Hills gang could ever want - a chilled vibe, delicious cocktails and a room full of… Read more about Design Bar by Classique

Sushi dudes fry a different kind of Japanese in Surry Hills

admin — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:50:16 +0000

Sushi Yachiyo, that stellar sashimi-nilgiri contender tucked away in Darlinghurst, has now taken its bang-for-the-buck Japanese ethos to… Read more about Katsu Yachiyo

Take a walk down a very delicious memory lane

admin — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 23:32:52 +0000

Since it opened in late 2010, Jazz City Diner has won over loyal locals with good old-fashioned service with a smile and a quality feed. … Read more about Jazz City Diner

A saintly treat in Redfern

admin — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 14:00:23 +0000

St. Jude, we’re informed, was one of the Twelve Apostles and known as the patron saint of lost causes. It’s also the one of the latest… Read more about St Jude

Mr Falcon’s knows comfy

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 23:15:54 +0000

Vintage chandeliers, mismatched velvet sofas and random hat stands all combine to give the feel of your grandmothers house, which makes… Read more about Mr Falcon's

The owners Eau de Vie bring us The Roosevelt

admin — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:46:25 +0000

Sven Almenning – with his tendency to pop Champagne with a sabre – and partner Graham Ette have produced a sequel to Eau de Vie in Potts… Read more about The Roosevelt

Pack your stubbie shorts and koalas, here’s Agenda’s top 5 ways to celebrate our greatest day

admin — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 23:44:00 +0000

Agenda's top 5 things to do on Australia Day 2012. The Best of Australia Day Sydney

Go to the Cross and get yourself a Brazilian

admin — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 23:05:41 +0000

Walk into the moody, massive space, with its Spanish colonial-style chairs and ceiling-hung vines, and you’ll notice the flames from the… Read more about Chimmichurri

A vintage venue with so much more than just threads

admin — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 23:42:42 +0000

Have you ever wondered what lies within the dark abyss that is your grandma’s wardrobe? It’s a minefield few dare to tread, except the… Read More

A laneway treat to appease the post-holiday blues

admin — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 23:00:19 +0000

York Lane is a welcoming little espresso bar by morning and a licensed bar and restaurant come the afternoon. Read more about York Lane

Hidden in Chippendale, a local’s local

admin — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 23:00:20 +0000

This hidden gem, set just off of Cleveland Street, is tucked away so well, you could be forgiven for never noticing it existed. For months,… Read more about The Duck Inn

Glebe’s friendly new pint-sized local is a hell of a dude

admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 23:00:25 +0000

Glebe is one ‘burb not short of a café or three. But, until recently, the area had a severe shortage of sophisticated drinking holes so… Read more about The Little Guy

Wild Bunch stirs things up on the northside

admin — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 23:00:09 +0000

The locals are pretty damn happy that Emmilou’s (Darlinghurst) Chris Cranswick-Smith has migrated north to open Wild Bunch, a breakfast,… Read more about Wild Bunch

Roll up Roll up, the Spiegeltent’s in town

admin — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 23:15:20 +0000

Again, Sydney Festival is spoiling Sydneysider’s, having shipped in what has become a highlight of Sydney’s summer, The Famous… Read more about Spiegeltent

The new kid in Willoughby – not just a pretty face!

admin — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 14:00:13 +0000

Sydney’s newest espresso bar, located in the lower north shore suburb of Willoughby, will not only see your taste buds seriously indulged,… More on Dose Espresso

A Surry Hills coffee roaster with an impressive Latino accent

admin — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:15:58 +0000

What really makes it is the roller door that opens to the sunny laneway out back, the ceiling cut-outs to the roasting machines on the first… More on Reuben Hills

Pop up for fish & chips, with a side of Bondi’s beautiful people

admin — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:48:21 +0000

Yes, the expansive bar and restaurant is one primo spot, taking over the pole position at Bondi Pavilion vacated by Nick’s Seafood last… More on The Bucket List

Cruising the Harbour for a meal at every port

admin — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 01:44:26 +0000

This is a moveable feast unlike any other we’ve seen in Sydney, where you hop on a water taxi and move through three courses between three… More on The Ultimate Dining Seafari

Stop by your cool uncle’s place for a tequila fix

admin — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 02:24:13 +0000

The USP starts with the knockout tequila selection: 70 bottles behind the bar, with 40 more on the way this week, and grand plans to stock… More on Tio's Cerveceria

Cycle, caffeinate, repeat at the CBD’s stylie new bike shop

admin — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:45:42 +0000

Not only does it sport a full-time barista who knows his crema from his ristretto, A-de-V also stocks high-end Italian and German road,… More on Atelier de Velo

The first exhibition at the revamped contemporary museum… is you

admin — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 02:22:33 +0000

Inspired by animatronics and full-motion video games, artist Rafael Lozano-Hemmer uses modern technologies like motion detection, face… More on Recorders @ The MCA

For Sydney to Hobart, a beach party that’s a level above

admin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 02:18:18 +0000

The new bar is a more upwardly experience, in more ways than one: for starters, it’s a level higher than the CBH’s outdoor beer garden,… More on The Balcony

European and Israeli pastries worth their weight

admin — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 05:17:03 +0000

Kurtosh is a one-of-a-kind pastry house for Sydney, combining some rare (for these parts) Eastern European treats with Israeli nibbles and… More on Kurtosh

Raise your glass – a bit of Gatsby comes to Manly

admin — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:49:36 +0000

At the threshold a waitress donning a flapper dress greets guests; she could have walked off the set of Baz Lurhmann's Great Gatsby –… More on Harlem on Central

Lego of any preconceptions – this exhibit isn’t playtime

admin — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 02:01:31 +0000

This is the real deal: a serious art dude doing serious fine art, albeit with maybe not the most serious medium. More on The Art of the Brick

A snack house where España meets South America

admin — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 03:28:09 +0000

Who doesn’t love a little bit of Latin flair? Exhibits A: busty Sophia Vergara and smouldering Javier Bardem. Ay caramba! Or think salsa… More on Encasa Deli

Shorties on film that are award winning

admin — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 04:03:50 +0000

It’s here in Sydney– one night only – at The Roxbury Hotel in Glebe next Tuesday 13th December. There’s live tunes from 6.30pm with… More about Future Shorts

All the ladies in the house, let us hear you say ‘yeah’

admin — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 23:38:14 +0000

Four of Sydney's best female DJs are gathering in a warehouse, in an unknown location that won't be revealed until the last minute. And not… More on 4our

Uber Italian butchery impresses the flesh in Bondi

admin — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 23:25:15 +0000

The meats are exactly the top-shelf stuff you’ll devour at IRG’s establishments, which also include two-hatted Icebergs, Melbourne’s… More on La Macelleria

Half off and more – because you deserve it

admin — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:53:17 +0000

The sale is definitely a big one, with big price-slashings to match: from expected discounts of 50 to 70 percent off. More on The Big Fashion Sale

The Shady Pines crew take the party underground

admin — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:45:17 +0000

This spinoff by one of our favourite Sydney bars, Shady Pines, is technically located at 154 Clarence Street in the CBD, but that doesn’t… More on Baxter Inn

Get Scandi-ly clad on Oxford Street

admin — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:45:33 +0000

Thankfully for the Paddo faithful, the new Funkis flagship store – an expansion on Bondi’s Scandinavian object house – is a funky… More on Funkis Paddington

Underground DJ scene comes out from the shadows

admin — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:40:03 +0000

While Sydneysiders have been chasing around this year’s red-hot underground dining scene, there’s also been a string of pop-up DJ events… More on Bring Me Summer

Korean food goes beyond the barbie

admin — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 02:27:40 +0000

We didn’t know that life could get any better than downing bottle after bottle of Hite, sizzling up our own pork belly and beef and… More on Miga

A real cocktail bar by Town Hall – who knew?

admin — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 02:04:26 +0000

This is the baby of Ben Touass, who launched Darlinghurst’s Pocket bar, and here he’s lifted his game to join Sydney’s cocktail elite.… More on Assembly

Catch a quick flick at the beach

admin — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 22:45:36 +0000

Not only is the Short Film Fest a banner way to see some of our finest cinematic quickies, but it’s also got a cast of notable judges from… More on the Bondi Short Film Festival

Former Tetsuya’s head chef hits the beach

admin — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 23:30:13 +0000

What were once three ducks is now five, with Jeff Bennett of Bronte’s Pizzacutters, and Darren Robertson, former head chef at Tetsuya’s,… More on Dinners @ Three Blue Ducks

Furniture to sustain your world, and that bigger one too

admin — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 23:45:39 +0000

It's a fleeting in-situ glimpse of sustainable, formaldehyde-free – and most importantly, stylishly modern – furniture that you will… More on Evolvex

Get a head start, and a leg up, on your silly season gifts

admin — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 01:00:33 +0000

So with the Halloween costume starting to gather dust again, it’s officially time to fluff up the tinsel, act less naughty (a.k.a. be… Read more about the silly season

A slice of Eataly lands in the CBD

admin — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 06:43:16 +0000

It’s a new concept for the super-quality produce seller, which appears to be channelling the artisan food vibe of NYC’s massive Italian… More of Fratelli Fresh Bridge Street

Fulfil your delusions of club-kid grandeur

admin — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 01:00:49 +0000

Every Thursday night at Surry Hill’s innovative studio, Dance Central, former boxer, b-boy performer and Break Club proponent Scot ‘Doo… More on Breakdancing Class @ Dance Central

Sydney West’s Favoured Lebanese expands eastward

admin — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 02:11:03 +0000

This is is a polished dining experience. That means you enter a glass-enclosed space grounded in heritage-style sandstone, cosy into a… More on El-Phoenician

In Redfern, life can be all Skittles and beer

admin — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 01:09:15 +0000

The Beer Baron, Jed Clarke, has left his late night alcohol delivery service behind and moved onto opening the local's favorite new bar in… More on The Dock

All systems are go for the outdoor party season

admin — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 00:15:13 +0000

Festival season is finally upon us, but while Homebake, the Big Day Out, and Soundwave are guaranteed headliners this year, you haven’t… More on the Newtown Festival

In Ultimo, the best coffee this side of Ljubljana

admin — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 01:13:01 +0000

When Slovenian and Chinese cultures collide in the hospitality circuit, who knows what can end up on your table. Pork lard & turnip xiao… More on Project 8

Naked Chef brings his win streak to Pitt Street

admin — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:45:31 +0000

Jamie’s Italian is a global franchise in the making, and the Sydney outpost is huge, but this is what makes it so amazing – despite the… More on Jamie's Kitchen

Graffiti legend Bansky tags Sydney Harbour

admin — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 23:45:30 +0000

More than 150 international artists will be creating new works – many in real time (a.k.a. live) – and among the renowned street… More on Outpost

Chippendale bar scene, we hardly knew ya

admin — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:45:06 +0000

In our ‘city of villages’ it takes funky hangouts to coax people into foreign territory, so all hail Freda’s – the first, but… Read More

Lawfully wedded Brits move double dining act to the CBD

admin — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 23:46:11 +0000

First came their wedding, then the stressful relocating of their Walsh Bay restaurant and the building a new one in the CBD in the old… More on Arras

Italian pop-up sticks around for the long haul

admin — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 01:16:13 +0000

Image, if you will, a glitzier version of Café Sopra, where it’s all about season produce – as fresh as a Shane Warne sexting SMS –… More on John and Peter Canteen

The best leaves and munchies for getting high in the CBD

admin — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 23:45:49 +0000

The Darlinghurst institution has set up shop CBDside with The Tea Salon, a high tea space dedicated to the art of delicate ribbon… More on The Tea Salon

Get your brew goggles on for the country’s biggest bottle-oh

admin — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:22:56 +0000

The country’s biggest brew-ha-ha, the Australian Beer Festival, returns to the heritage pub and will bring some 12,000 revellers and… More on the Australian Beer Festival

French design and café culture arrivés in Potts Point

admin — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 23:37:23 +0000

La Croix, which means “The Cross”, pairs collectables with caffeine in a light-filled cafe and antique store within Macleay Street’s… More on La Croix

A mega drink-dine complex is served on The Rocks

admin — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:38:52 +0000

With new bars and restaurants popping up in so many of Sydney’s satellite suburbs, it’s timely that there’s finally a new CBD player… More on Bar100

A Halloween to die for: our own Day of the Dead

admin — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 23:45:26 +0000

More than 1000 staggering cadavers joined the last local hell-raising, so take it from us that this will be the biggest flesh-rotting,… More on the Zombie Walk

Out of The Wreck-age, a goodtime Bondi bar emerges

admin — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:45:57 +0000

When your owners include a cobbling together of honchos from Rum Diaries, White Revolver, Ravisi’s and The Flinders, plus the former… More on Bucklers Canteen

A fab new café that definitely isn’t in Surry Hills

admin — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:45:43 +0000

Fernside Coffee Shoppe’s site was a no-brainer for new cafe owners Abe and Arthur, who have transformed a rather forgettable shopfront on… More on the Fernside

Go on a sugar high with Australia’s cheeky dessert king

admin — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 00:23:46 +0000

Adriano Zumbo hass just launched his latest patisserie house at the schmick new The Star complex, and his shop’s neon pinks and greens and… More on Zumbo @ The Star

Put on your hard hat and build a better design culture

admin — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 01:23:00 +0000

As Australia’s only official architecture festival, the ten-day event has big ambitions –more than just about celebrating the best and… More on the Sydney Architecture Festival

Swing into the city’s biggest gathering of retro threads

admin — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 01:53:08 +0000

Synonymous with individuality, style, and that little bit of je ne sais quoi, vintage is about to be served up on a giant antique silver… More on Love Vintage’s Sydney Clothing Show

Gamble on a different kind of Chinese cuisine

admin — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 01:33:54 +0000

Yes, the former Portuguese colony offers more than just Jamie Packer casinos and party-hard tourists from the mainland. It also has its own… More on Macau Food Week

From your daybed, get liquid inspiration in the harbour

admin — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 01:23:30 +0000

You won’t have heard of Matilda Swan and Simon Connett before, but the duo assume the title of Sydney’s newest and possibly briefest bar… More on The Dispensary

Rugby heaven awaits you on your own special isle

admin — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:29:02 +0000

The Island Bar, located a quick ferry hop to Cockatoo Island and smack bang in the middle of Sydney Harbour, becomes the ultimate rugby hang… More on Brancott Estate Rugby Island Bar

Roll on to the city’s big new pedal party

admin — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 22:25:51 +0000

Starting this weekend, the city is hosting the Sydney Rides Festival, a showcase of cycling culture for seasoned riders, the bike curious,… More on Sydney Rides Festival

Sydney live music turns up the volume in Taylor Square

admin — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 01:27:33 +0000

A good-sized but still intimate venue capable of holding a crowd of up to 500, The Standard will still be a home for visual artists, but… More on The Standard

The fashion police take over the station & put men in stylish cuffs

admin — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 01:01:52 +0000

Located at the indie end of Clarence Street, Parable typifies the new guard of Sydney menswear, rejecting the mass-market in favour of… More on Parable

Dining is reborn at Star City, and this Italian beauty is a sure bet

admin — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:57:45 +0000

Balla is a surprising contrast: a reinterpretation of tradition, regional Italian dishes set against a modern, industrial space of wood,… More on Balla

Simple fun at Darlo’s 1950s cocktail & rum hang

admin — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 01:45:15 +0000

At this 7-Eleven-sized bar on the Darlinghurst fringe of Kings Cross, they’ve swapped the librarian mixology of in-vogue speakeasies in… More on Hinky Dinks

Surprise on a plate at Claude’s experimental Tuesdays

admin — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:45:56 +0000

Claude’s chef Chui Lee Luk is bringing trust back into the dining relationship. On Tuesday nights starting next week, she’s going to be… More on The Mighty Bouche

The allure of movies that shad-uppa their face

admin — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 02:23:07 +0000

The one-day event features a primo selection of digitally restored silent masterpieces with accompanying scores performed as they were meant… More on the Silent Film Festival

An Italian spring fling with the Slow Food movement

admin — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 00:45:53 +0000

Chef Eugenio Maiale is planning the first slow food dinner for his Darlinghurst restaurant, A Tavola, which should come as no surprise to… More on Primavera @ A Tavola

Learn how to roll your own with one of Sydney’s best chocolatiers

admin — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:45:38 +0000

Agenda has been a fan for a long time, and now artisan chocolatier, Rebecca Knights-Kerswell, has added another jewel to her chocolate… More on Coco Chocolate’s Chocolate School

In our neglected alleys, cool stuff that’s not a small bar

admin — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:45:14 +0000

Sprucing up the dumpsters, concrete and steel of our CBD backstreets – you know, the ones that haven’t yet been loaded with cool laneway… More on Sydney Laneway Art Project

Star power headlines a Sudanese-Burmese pop-up eatery

admin — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 03:04:10 +0000

Miranda Otto pretty much kicked-a$$ when she slayed the Witch-king as Eowyn in the Lord of the Rings, and now she’s facing her latest… More of The Drummer

The chocolate king is coming to town

admin — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 01:33:43 +0000

Joining two of Sydney’s pastry princes at Baroque Patisserie, Peter Robertson and Jean Michel Raynaud, Willie will be leading two… More on Willie’s Wonky ‘Golden Ticket’ Dinners

Sydney’s coolest new bar is in – WTF – Double Bay?

admin — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:45:50 +0000

The sometimes-sleepy suburb has gained an espresso bar, café, restaurant and bar in one fell swoop More on Mrs Sippy

AUSTRALIA’S ONLY CARS WITH FRUGALFÜN

admin — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 05:30:23 +0000

WTF? What the FRUGALFÜN is FRUGALFÜN? A unique and freak alignment of the planets that lets you have more fun with less, that’s what. More about the MINI's FRUGALFUN

Artsy, studenty and rock-inspired – Newton’s latest mini bar is sown

admin — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:50:19 +0000

Ray Vircansa’s Jester Seeds, opened just a few weeks now, is a haven of shabby-chic recycled furniture and artsy grunge with mighty fine… More on Jester Seeds

Australia’s best young artists bust out of the galleries

admin — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:45:33 +0000

For the first time in its 20-year history, this exciting exhibition will be out of the museum and gallery spaces and completely in the… More on Primavera 2011

Bands battle it out – GUINNESS Live Music Thursdays

admin — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:45:05 +0000

Guinness Live Thursday was created with the aim to bring quality live music back to Thursday nights. From over 120 hopeful bands, you have… More about Guinness Live Thursdays

Get up close & personal with Mad Men’s wardrobe

admin — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 00:45:45 +0000

Curated by Janie Bryant, the woman behind the Mad Men wardrobe, and presented within two recreated sets, the exhibition features 20 iconic… More on Icons of Style

So long oolong – dine with Chinese wrappers that love their vino

admin — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 02:40:50 +0000

If you’re a dumpling maker, the road to pairing your grog and grub is about as straightforward as the Great Wall – thankfully, dumpling… More on the New Shanghai Wine & Dumpling Dinners

One month & one thousand ways to push the boundaries

admin — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 01:33:46 +0000

More than 1000 performances spanning theatre, dance, cabaret and visual arts to more unusual offerings will play out in various venues from… More of Sydney Fringe Festival

Up and coming fashion designers set to show up in Manly

admin — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:45:31 +0000

This September, the works of 12 young designers will hit the runway for the annual StyleXpose Fashion Show for chance to sell their… More on Style Expose Fashion Show 2011

Whisky suffers its worst insults at the hands of swillers but you can do better

admin — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:45:06 +0000

The 2011 Sydney Whisky Fair is set to showcase fine whiskies and spirits from over 20 of the world’s distilleries. Over two days at the… More on Sydney Whisky Fair

Say goodnight to the bad guy at Randwick

admin — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:45:18 +0000

Who? Tony Montana. What? Scarface digitally remastered. Why? Because Scarface is the hero of all gangster movies and here is your… More on Scarface

Vintage French, a great cause, a great time

admin — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 03:27:14 +0000

Zephyr’s target – YOU! Zephyr was founded by a group of young professionals who identified the relative absence of charity events… More about Zephyr Ball

Mythmakers of the modern world head for the Opera House

admin — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 01:00:30 +0000

The second annual Graphic Festival, to be held at the Sydney Opera House, is a weekend of storytelling, graphic and animated arts in all… More on Graphic Festival 2011

Spring fashion is in full swing

admin — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 01:20:13 +0000

The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival (formerly Rosemount Australian Fashion Week) will showcase more than 80 of Australia’s leading… More on Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Sydney

It’s Australia versus NZ… at the stoves

admin — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 02:30:52 +0000

We still have weeks to go before the Rugby World Cup kicks off in New Zealand, but celeb chef Jared Ingersoll has decided to get the… More about Cotton Duck's Rugby Dinner

Bourke Street’s new bar & Italian bistro ain’t your garden variety

admin — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 00:45:38 +0000

Il Patio is nestled at the back of Bourke Street’s Centre Courtyard, offering eclectic modern-Italian fare by Naples-born chef Francesco… More on Il Patio

Rockabilly and petticoats take over Sydney’s North

admin — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:45:40 +0000

One of Australia’s purest examples of mid-century modern domestic architecture, it’s a stellar backdrop for this highlight of the… More on Fifties Fair at Rose Seidler House

Norfolk crew’s spinoff pub takes dude food to south Central

admin — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 00:45:21 +0000

Plunked conveniently on the corner of Abercrombie Street and Broadway in Chippendale, this grungy old pub is back, with welcome vengeance. More on The Abercrombie

Bondi lands a top shop for original men’s fashion

admin — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 00:45:10 +0000

The Annex is all about choice… as in the choice not to partake in the run-of-the-mill, over-commercialised men’s fashion coming to a… More on The Annex

Eastern European food gets a kick in the babushka

admin — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:45:36 +0000

Food Society is a mod-Eastern European diner in a sweeping, swanky space on the East Sydney end of Riley Street. More on Food Society

Secret dining, a secret home & an option for secret admiring

admin — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:45:41 +0000

Just one look at the stylish meals amid the quirky, lavish surroundings of interior decorator Debra Cronin’s Woollahra home, and you’ll… More on Bite Club

Lose yourself, and the hours, in a cafe meets bookstore meets bar

admin — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 01:40:59 +0000

It might seem like a brave move setting up a bookshop next door to a library, but when we dropped by last week, neither Ampersand’s new… More on Ampersand

A (winter!) beach party with 400 of our best wave turners

admin — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 23:45:04 +0000

What better segue from winter to spring than this two-week wave-fest, which see more than 400 of Australia’s best surfers compete for 23… More on Australian Surf Festival

An annual creative fest that’s in fine form

admin — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 02:11:47 +0000

For devotees of form, there’s Sydney Design, an annual pow-wow from 30 July to 14 August, where workshops and exhibits span product design… More on Sydney Design

Justin Hemmes’ new beer bar sets anchor on Hunter Street

admin — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 02:51:32 +0000

Run away to sea and hole up at new nautical-themed boutique beer bar 30 Knots on Hunter Street. More on 30 Knots

Potts Point dinner theatre screens the best of Italian cinema

admin — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 03:38:25 +0000

From Fellini to Benigni, there’s plenty to amore about films from The Boot. And now some of Italy’s best contemporary screen moments are… More on Cinema Peroni

For food with royalty that rivals that view, it’s surely Opera Kitchen.

admin — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 09:58:35 +0000

Opera Kitchen, just metres from the landmark itself on the lower concourse, is perfect, particularly for the fussy. While it’s got a… More on Opera Kitchen

Break out your two-wheeler trad style for a Tour de Sydney

admin — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 01:19:26 +0000

This Sunday, tweed wins over speed, as dapper devotees embark on the Sydney Tweed Ride. More on the Sydney Tweed Ride

Your next-gen art and fashion fix

admin — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 23:45:58 +0000

Chic Petite Presents Creatives is a four-day exhibition/festival located right in the heart of Sydney, featuring hot new Australian talent… More on Chic Petite Presents Creatives

Rock’n’roll bingo, alcoholic cordial & hot dogs – the ultimate cheap date

admin — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 23:45:47 +0000

Another day, another small bar in Sydney. And if more of them are like Darlie Laundromatic, well… rock on, we say. More on Darlie Laundromatic

Hokkaido chef launches stylish Japanese small plates & sake hotspot

admin — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:49:08 +0000

For the uninitiated, izakaya is the Japanese equivalent of a tapas bar. And while Sydney has a scattering of izakaya joints, what makes… More on Izakaya Fujiyama

In Paddington, learning to create your own decadence

admin — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 23:45:54 +0000

Sweet Infinity, with its dual pastry shops in Woolloomooloo and The Strand Arcade, is the culinary equivalent of couture: refined, regaled… More on Sweet Infinity Cooking School

Carefully curated ’80s & ’90s vintage wear pops up in The Strand

admin — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:46:50 +0000

The Corner Shop featuring Claire Incorruptible in the Strand Arcade opens its doors on July 21st for a mere 13 lucky days – racks teeming… More on Claire Inc

Sydney’s upstart chefs cook an all-star meal with their celebrated mentors

admin — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 23:45:09 +0000

This Sunday may very well be the best TOYS gathering yet, as the cocky (possibly) young chefs pair up with their more assured and moneyed… More on TOYS: Old Dogs, New Tricks

Our French connections for partying like it’s 1789

admin — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 23:45:52 +0000

To help you join the Bastille Day independence party, we’ve scouted out some fab local opportunities, so get ready to dress up in your… More on Bastille Day

Creativity runs amuck on Cockatoo Island

admin — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 01:18:00 +0000

A sell-out event in 2010, this year’s Underbelly Arts Festival will showcase what exactly the 150 artists in residence have been up to… More on Underbelly Arts Festival

Redfern’s first small bar ain’t no milkshake stand

admin — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 23:45:10 +0000

Dry Land Bar & Diner is Redfern’s first venue with one of those elusive ‘small bar’ licenses. More on Dry Land

Sage ways to rug up in our chill-challenged city

admin — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 23:45:56 +0000

Let’s be honest – whether you’re persevering in the peep-toe heels or shivering outside a club in your super-cool singlet, you’re… More on Winter Fashion

Save a ’ranga by monkeying around at a street art battle

admin — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 23:45:14 +0000

Seven street artists working in wildly different styles will pit their drawing, painting and graffing skills against each other to come up… More on Please Release Me

In Newtown, a bookstore where you can really use your (soup) noodle

admin — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 23:45:16 +0000

Ramen Bar quietly opened a couple of months ago, offering fusion-style bowls under the auspices of Swedish brothmaster Robbie Oijvall… More on Ramen Bar

A new benchmark for Newtown’s oenophiles

admin — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:45:35 +0000

With newcomer Bench Wine Bar joining the likes of Corridor and Moose, this inner-west ’burb now features a smattering of alternatives to… More on Bench Wine Bar

Bondi’s fave Scandi shop reappears, in bargain mode, two postcodes away

admin — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 01:39:28 +0000

Eastern Suburbanites, you can keep your clogs on – you don’t have to cross the border and circumnavigate the parking-challenge CBD,… More on Funkis Outlet Store

Meat mastery & MasterChefs at this weekend’s food fiesta

admin — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 23:45:33 +0000

Held at the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre from Friday to Sunday, this year’s Good Food & Wine Show will be a cooking action-packed… More of Sydney Good Food & Wine Show

The MCA has left the building & relocated to Darlinghurst

admin — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 23:45:03 +0000

A first-time collaboration between the MCA and the National Museum of Contemporary Art (NMOCA) in Seoul, Tell Me Tell Me was inspired by the… More on Tell Me Tell Me

Guerilla dining pioneer emerges at a Latin American canteen

admin — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 23:45:10 +0000

Omar Andrade, who secretively pioneered Sydney’s guerilla dining scene with his Transient Diner, has joined forces with young gun chef… More on El Capo

Brush up on your mojo – and gin – Prohibition-style

admin — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 23:45:38 +0000

A pop-up venue aimed at Gen Yers whose courtship approach extends little further than one-liners and wolf whistles, the Hendrick’s Refined… More on Hendrick’s Refined Courtship Clinic

A dance workout takes you nightclubbing, but without the hangover

admin — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:36:28 +0000

Get Down in the Club is a fitness class without the flouro-lit dagginess of the gym that’s held within Soho nightclub – and for once you… More on Get Down in the Club

At the QVB, some new DNA for your jeans pool

admin — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 01:55:36 +0000

A haven for those obsessed, reliant or style conscious about their jeans, Denim Co features the full General Pants denim range, plus… More on Denim Co

In Kings Cross, a party night that will rock your world

admin — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 23:45:10 +0000

The Departure Lounge – the Piano Room nightclubs’ next big Thursday night thing – aims to conjure the same thrill of airport travel…… More on Departure Lounge

At The Snow, one ticket to rule them all

admin — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 01:12:59 +0000

The days of the Perisher vs Thredbo smack-down are over; this year both destinations are making nice and doing the previously unthinkable… More on Perisher and Thredbo

Hit the ferry for an afternoon tea unlike any other in Sydney

admin — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 23:45:08 +0000

Looking to re-capture some of Manly Pavilion’s heritage, head chef Jonathan Barthelmess has re-introduced the tradition of high tea with… More on Italian High Tea

Late-night Sydney dining – and not a kebab in sight

admin — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:45:17 +0000

If you’re a nightlife enthusiast, you’ve undoubtedly been faced with the dilemma of where to find an enticing alcohol-soaking feed after… More on Midnight Feasts

After 57 years, we still love our big screen ogle-fest

admin — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 23:45:03 +0000

Held June 8-19, the Sydney Film Festival runs the gamut from pop culture to food fetishism and enviro-themed ‘green screen’ docos. If… More on the Sydney Film Festival

Melbourne’s rockstar menswear arrives at World Square

admin — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 23:45:28 +0000

Its first stand-alone Sydney store, Jack London swaggers into town with a signature style that screams mod rock star and punk attitude. More on Jack London

Two-hatted Claude’s remakes its image with a pop-up gallery

admin — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 01:39:40 +0000

Putting on accent on how much the restaurant is about to change, Claude’s, starting tomorrow, is holding a special pop-up art instalment… More on Liminal Space

Indian cuisine & boutique beers, a match made in nirvana

admin — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 23:45:33 +0000

Indian food and beer are one of nature's perfect matches – just ask any drunken Londoner cosying up to a bowl of teary-eyed vindaloo. More on Spice & Hop

A smart men’s style mecca lands in Elizabeth Bay

admin — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 01:12:38 +0000

The men of Sydney are developing a taste for the finer things in life at Meanwhile, the city’s newest premium menswear store, which… More on Meanwhile

Celebrate the humble piece of paper & a whole lotta creativity

admin — Mon, 30 May 2011 23:45:34 +0000

Put down the iPad, Blackberry and Smartphone – the highly anticipated A4 Paper Festival has arrived in Sydney to celebrate the wondrous… More on the A4 Paper Festival

The country’s best cocktail makers are at your mercy

admin — Sun, 29 May 2011 23:45:35 +0000

For one night only, kitchen will meet bar for the Australian final of the World Class global bartending competition. More on World Class Cocktail Dinner

A Manly beach bar for bookish, bearded boozers

admin — Thu, 26 May 2011 23:45:38 +0000

Hemingway's Manly is inspired by bearded literary icon Ernest Hemingway – in fact, the trio of owners, Paul Fraser, George McLean and Ben… More on Hemingway's

The record isn’t dead – here are 200 reasons why

admin — Thu, 26 May 2011 01:24:09 +0000

Medium: Vinyl is about the physical object itself, used as a springboard for creativity by more than 200 artists who have painted, sculpted… More on Medium: Vinyl

Where the wild things dance

admin — Mon, 23 May 2011 23:45:35 +0000

A brand-new club event is set to readdress the balance by promoting Sydney’s best electronic dance bands – and the inaugural night’s… More on Electric Zoo

Crazy good tacos at Surry Hill’s revitalised Excelsior Hotel

admin — Sun, 22 May 2011 23:45:57 +0000

El Loco is a bit of fusion, pairing real-deal Mexican tacos and cheap eats with a bit of Asian and American flair. More on El Loco

Master the city’s new small bars in a single bound

admin — Fri, 20 May 2011 01:46:03 +0000

Struggling to keep up with the latest bars opening in Sydney? An innovative duo might well have come up with answer to post-work cocktail… More on Sydney Bar Tours

Top musicians celebrate the director’s eclectic film soundracks

admin — Thu, 19 May 2011 01:55:30 +0000

Songs from the off-kilter, gun-toting, genre-hopping movie soundtracks of director Quentin Tarantino are being brought to life at… More on Music of Quentin Tarantino

A beach café amid a chic home for chairs, flowers & homewares

admin — Tue, 17 May 2011 00:35:58 +0000

Landscape designer and restaurateur Andrew Goldsmith and interior designer Pip Robb are slowly moving down the Northern Beaches, and have… More on Armchair Collective

A laneway twilight market for one night only

admin — Mon, 16 May 2011 03:19:46 +0000

Discover Sydney’s hottest young things at Bizarre Bazaar – an intimate twilight market coming to life in Sydney’s Sussex Lane. More on Bizarre Bazaar

Party in your head at an iPod-inspired theatre spinoff

admin — Thu, 12 May 2011 23:45:16 +0000

When the eponymous play ‘Silent Disco’ opened at the Griffin Theatre recently – about two iPod-loving teens navigating sex, school,… More on Silent Disco

Update that winter wardrobe to luxe, for less

admin — Wed, 11 May 2011 23:45:53 +0000

Beat the winter blues with an injection of designer shopping, catwalk shows and pampering all under the one roof at Fashion Weekend Sydney,… More on Fashion Weekend Sydney

Sydney’s modern Thai standout expands to the next level

admin — Tue, 10 May 2011 02:20:29 +0000

An extensive expansion into the level below that gives Longrain's cocktail bar a fully dedicated room, and launches a casual 18-seater and… More on Shortgrain

Fergus Henderson understudy cooks a nose-to-tail pop-up

admin — Sun, 08 May 2011 23:45:02 +0000

An intimate event entitled “Wasted” is a six-course meal that brings the nose-to-tail experience, first popularised by celeb UK chef… More on Wasted

A global celebration to get you in good spirits… literally

admin — Thu, 05 May 2011 23:45:42 +0000

Forget Fashion Week – World Cocktail Week is a celebration that you can really raise a glass to. Starting today and stretching from 6-15… Read More

Cycling chic moves up a gear on Oxford Street

admin — Wed, 04 May 2011 23:45:16 +0000

Settling into gear is Bondi Bikes, a brand-new concept store with a warehouse feel that elevates the two-wheeler from trusty function to a… Read More

Celeb chef ups stakes to, and ups the stakes at, Westfield Sydney

admin — Tue, 03 May 2011 02:27:10 +0000

Sydney is getting its own version of high-flying mall fine dining – two-hat French chef Justin North is the first to make the move the… Read More

Mudgee wines meet the best of the burb’s dining and art

admin — Sun, 01 May 2011 23:45:15 +0000

Thriteen of Pyrmont’s restaurants ‘uncork’ Mudgee for a series of food and wine matching feasts, pairing special lunches or dinners… Read More

Potts Point drinkers say cheers to a little serenity

admin — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 23:45:57 +0000

Only a short stroll down Macleay Street from Sydney’s most infamous nightlife strip is Sip Bar – an intimate retreat from area’s usual… More about Sip Bar

Our fave music quiz show comes north for Sydney’s comedy fest

admin — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 23:45:51 +0000

The 2011 Sydney Comedy Festival has a stellar line-up of international comedic geniuses, but the event we’re probably most excited about… Read More

Learn how to romance the stone

admin — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 23:45:08 +0000

Let sisters Lauren and Alana Chang show you and four friends the sparkling ropes over a jewellery appreciation evening within their… Read More

Take your kitchen skills to new heights, with views to match

admin — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 23:45:36 +0000

It’s a not every day that you find yourself covered in flour, cracking eggs, gutting fish and sipping Champagne to the trifecta view of… Read More

A clothing-optional bar (kinda) in Sussex Lane’s small world

admin — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 01:52:16 +0000

Joining the likes of Small Bar and Balcony Bar in Sussex Lane is Shirt Bar: a unique gin joint that combines café and bar service with a… Read More

Get big impact bunches from Sydney best boutique florists

admin — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 01:55:07 +0000

From pretty possies to statement arrangements, these boutique florists have you sorted. More best boutique florists

Spain’s international fashion house finally lands in Australia

admin — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 23:45:22 +0000

The most anticipated fashion arrival of the year, Spanish style powerhouse Zara opens its doors to Australian shoppers today, hailing… Read More

Tequila & live music at Star City’s latest A-list hang

admin — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:45:34 +0000

With the hundreds of millions of dollars being injected into Star City’s much-needed revamp, it was only a matter of time before new bar… Read More

Add your best spag bol sauce to Sydney’s best, fresh pasta.

admin — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 03:04:50 +0000

From ravioli and tortelli to classic spaghetti, get at fresh at Sydney's best pasta shops. More best fresh pasta

Meat, dairy, greens and more, get it all at Sydney’s best organic stores.

admin — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 03:00:18 +0000

From vine-ripe tomatoes to bread and legumes, head for Sydney's best organic stores. more best organic stores

Get equipped at Sydney’s best cookware and utensil shops

admin — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 02:54:41 +0000

From pots and pans to cutlery and books, get it all at Sydney's best cookware shops. More best cookware shops

TV gardening gurus launch space to make yards a blooming success

admin — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 23:45:59 +0000

Following on from their success with Dragonfly Floral Design, owners Lisa Mattock and Linda Watson have expanded their talents to introduce… Read More

Cleveland Street’s smokin’ new late-night supper joint

admin — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:45:00 +0000

While there’s been a cocktail bar above the Argentinean barbeque hotspot Porteño since it opened last year, it was only last week that… Read More

Australia’s famous, and infamous, portrait prize turns 90

admin — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 23:45:07 +0000

Whatever you call it, the Archibald Prize is always an intriguing snapshot of our finest portrait artists and the subjects they choose, and… Read More

The pen is mightier in Rome’s invasion of the QVB

admin — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 23:45:17 +0000

Turning common stationery items into vibrant fashion and home accessories, renowned Italian brand Campo Marzio Design has landed on our… Read More

Balmain’s first wine bar

admin — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 01:00:23 +0000

There’s plenty of demand from the well-heeled young professional set so it’s hard to believe this really is Balmain’s first wine bar.… More about Vice Wine Bar

Old-world Italian dining meets new-school Surry

admin — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 23:45:32 +0000

Surry Hills and The Godfather aren’t the most synonymous bedmates, but in the short time that Caffé Sicilia has been open, this Crown… More on Caffé Sicilia

In a box, bag or cone, we catch up with Sydney’s best fish and chip shops.

admin — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 02:54:36 +0000

With golden flake and hand-cut chips, put your salt on Sydney's best fish and chips. More best fish and chips

One last chance to pretend that summer’s not over

admin — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 23:45:17 +0000

Every year, around this time, the inner city gives the warmer months one last hurrah before winter closes in, celebrating with music,… Read More

In Double Bay, the city’s first dedicated spot for a wee dram

admin — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:45:52 +0000

Two whisky enthusiasts, David Ligoff and Ivan Myers, are the owners of Double Bay’s World of Whisky – Australia’s first store… More on World of Whisky

Ethnic eating group focuses on the stories behind the plate

admin — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:45:37 +0000

The Social Dinner Club is a monthly group that selects a global cuisine and recruits the chef or owner, plus a food journo or blogger, to… Read More

Been there, done that – try another cool new Redfern café

admin — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:45:53 +0000

Quietly opened and still relatively undiscovered, the Pitt Street Diner is among the latest upwardly additions to this inner-city burb,… More on Pitt Street Diner

Brought to you by Westfield – celebrating personal style

admin — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:55 +0000

What if a world-renowned style icon stopped you in the street to tell you, "you are a Style Leader"? Someone with unmistakable personal… Read More

Bag your own at this custom Newtown concept shop

admin — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 23:45:28 +0000

A new concept from the creative bag men at Crumpler – the Single Edition Store – has been devised to bring out your inner designer with… Read More

Glebe imports a winning wine formula from Melbourne

admin — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 23:45:05 +0000

Glebe's most exciting launch is Timbah, a new wine bar on Forsyth Street that borrows a formula from one of our favourite Melbourne bars. More on Timbah

Ex-Vogue editor cultivates designs for adventurous home decorators

admin — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 23:45:24 +0000

Nestled in the creative hub of Surry Hills, Edit is the unassuming showroom of all things ornate and whimsical for the home. Read More

Turning out lighter-than-air sweets by the thousands, these are Sydney’s best Macarons!

admin — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 20:52:59 +0000

From classic chocolate to salted caramel and pink rosewater, indulge with Sydney's best macarons. More best Macarons

Think Indian for dinner tonight. We know where to get Sydney’s best Indian food!

admin — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 20:49:00 +0000

Mustard seeds...black pepper, spice it up with aromatic stews at Sydney's best Indian restaurants. More best Indian

Savour all your favourites at our best Sydney Greek Restaurants!

admin — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 20:35:54 +0000

From spiced grilled sardines to skordalia and grilled octopus, introducing Sydney's best Greek. More best Greek

With flavour in numbers, enjoy a meal at one of Sydney’s best Korean Restaurants.

admin — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 20:30:24 +0000

From all you can eat buffets to cheap tasty feeds, enjoy Sydney's best Korean. More best Korean

A one-night-only taste of luxury at Simon Johnson’s cooking school

admin — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 23:45:26 +0000

What better way to be initiated into the exclusive gastronomic guild, than with a sampling of some of our finest imported caviar on April… Read More

Head for the hills and sample and buy something superb at one of NSW’s best country cheese shops!

admin — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 03:04:02 +0000

From ricotta to feta and semi-hard goats cheese, flee Sydney CBD for our best country cheese shops. more best cheese shops

Relax and indulge with a well deserved treatment at one of Sydney’s best Day Spas!

admin — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 02:47:45 +0000

From facials to massages and scrubs, treat yourself to a treatment at one of Sydney's best day spas. More best day spa

Perfect pre-dinner nibbles, you’ll get mixed bag at Sydney’s best nut shops!

admin — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 02:21:28 +0000

Salted, spiced, roasted or raw, go nuts at Sydney's best nut shops! More best nut shops

Wrap your mits around a cup full of some of Sydney’s best hot chocolates!

admin — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 02:11:01 +0000

Milk, dark or white choc. Either or a mix, Sydney's best hot chocs are had here. More best hot chocolates

Enjoy a beer and get the competitive juices flowing. We’ve got Sydney’s best pub trivia!

admin — Sat, 26 Mar 2011 02:04:01 +0000

With great prizes up for grabs, prove your prowess with a spot of trivia at these Sydney pubs! More best pub trivia

Go west, where autumn attractions are at their peak (and valleys)

admin — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 23:45:51 +0000

It’s little wonder the Blue Mountains have been Sydney’s playground for more than 100 years, and autumn is the perfect time of year to… Read More

Jonah’s veterans bring seasonal-dining glam to Mosman

admin — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 23:45:16 +0000

Sean Byrne, ex-Jonah's Whale Beach, together with wife Helen have unveiled Hawthorn in the centre of Mosman’s retail precinct More on The Hawthorn

Indie radio plays for real at a Kings Cross pop-up club

admin — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 23:45:14 +0000

For two months, FBI Social will showcase a curated roster of bands, events and themed music nights, all intended to promote quality live… Read More

Decorate the halls with Australia’s best hot shots

admin — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 23:45:14 +0000

This year’s MLC Fashion Photography Exhibition, “From Skyscrapers to Seashores”, gives visitors the opportunity to own a… Read More

Holt Street’s stylish new Thai eatery, for the glutton in us all

admin — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 23:45:21 +0000

Adorned with Thai street art, an open kitchen and the warm timber communal table that has become something of a signature for the Messina… More on Muum Maam

Discover the history and taste exotic cuisines with Sydney’s best foodie tour companies.

admin — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 05:57:43 +0000

Take to the streets for Sydney's best gourmet foodie adventures. more best foodie tours

You love and NEED to know where to find it. We’ve got Sydney’s best places to buy chocolate all wrapped up!

admin — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 05:49:58 +0000

Not original but who doesn't enjoy being on the end of a box of Sydney's best chocolate! more best places to buy chocolate

Attention tequila lovers, we’ve got Sydney’s best tequila bars!

admin — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 05:10:36 +0000

Enjoy tasty Mexican food and pick from hundreds of tequila varieties at Sydney's best tequila bars! More best tequila bars

If singstar in the livingroom doesn’t cut it, head to one of Sydney’s best karaoke bars!

admin — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 05:06:55 +0000

It's late, so sing your heart out at Sydney's best karaoke bars! more best karaoke

Knowing where to get Sydney’s best pizza is fairly valuable. Thankfully, we’ve done the hard work for you.

admin — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 04:31:31 +0000

Half margherita, half Hawaiian, what ever you do, its authentic as at these top pizza places. more best pizza

Cute as a button and ever-so-sweet, we want you to have some of Sydney’s best cupcakes.

admin — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 04:20:11 +0000

In every flavor and colour imaginable, Sydney's best cupcakes are out of the oven and ready to eat! more best cupcakes

Hopeless in the kitchen? Learn from the best at one of Sydney’s best cooking schools.

admin — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 04:02:30 +0000

From cooking basics to complicated tricks, enroll at one of our best cooking schools. more best cooking schools

Go on, take a bite out of one of Sydney’s best pies!

admin — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 03:38:00 +0000

From a legendary takeaway stop to some boutique bakeries, we've got eyes for good pies. More best pies

Balzac spinoff brings mod-European elegance to Surry Hills

admin — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 23:45:44 +0000

While there are hints of Balzac's French-Anglo finery, chef Jeremy Bentley (previously Balzac's sous chef) integrates his own influences,… More on The Devonshire

Neutral Bay’s post-modern ye olde pub

admin — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 23:45:39 +0000

Wild game and medieval royalty might be in short supply north of the bridge, but cracking cocktails and progressive English gastropub fare… More on The White Hart

With drink in hand, ogle Warhol and his NYC contemporaries

admin — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 23:45:25 +0000

What could be better than soaking up works by iconic modern artists, including Andy Warhol, Louise Bourgeois and Francesco Clemente? Well,… Read More

Newtown’s new artisan bakery elevates the humble pie

admin — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 23:45:36 +0000

What happens when you take a good recipe, like the good old meat pie and play with it? You get the Pie Tin. More on The Pie Tin

Spool of rock! Designers MaricorMaricar needle into Surry Hills

admin — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 23:45:15 +0000

“Turns of Speech & Figures of Phrase” features an mash-up of lyrics borrowed from bands like The Postal Service, Blondie, Paul Simon and… Read More

Take a food tour of Lebanon – no visa required

admin — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 23:45:13 +0000

'I Ate My Way Through Granville' is a guided feast through the bustling Lebanese hub of Granville, 22km west of Sydney. Read More

Espresso, Italiano & Americano at Redfern’s hot new cafe

admin — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 23:45:48 +0000

There's another notable addition in The Fern, a café in a sprawling terrace with a dream front courtyard and a retro theme that crafts its… More on The Fern

Brazilian BBQ, Tequila tastings and a carnival atmosphere

admin — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:01 +0000

As summer slowly slips away you can heat up again by taking part in the Argyle’s steamy Latin American themed month ‘Carnivargyle’.… Read More

Pace yourself, take a big breath and one mouthful at a time (10 free double passes on offer)

admin — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:08 +0000

It’s only a few days until we can once again witness our favourite-hatted chefs in the kind of fine dining demonstration we usually… Read More

Brit-cool label finally lends its street cred to Sydney

admin — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 23:45:41 +0000

Blending sportswear with streetwear to become one of the most iconic British brands of the last century, Fred Perry opens its first… Read More

For Sydney’s best Mexican, head to… the Northern Beaches?

admin — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 23:45:58 +0000

Serving Mexican cuisine without a hint of Old El Paso and taking a page from Melbourne's excellent Mamasita, the emphasis at Mexicano is on… More on Mexicano

A finely tailored small bar for CBD drinkers

admin — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 23:45:08 +0000

While most of the city’s small bar revolution has been restricted predominately to the hipster suburbs of Darlinghurst and Surry Hills,… More on Stich

Another perfecto pizzeria for Naples-leaning Balmain

admin — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 23:45:52 +0000

the mavens at Pizza e Birra have just officially opened a third branch in Balmain, adding a family-friendly, sophisticated and – dare we… More on Pizza e Birra

Celebrate Chippendale’s groovy Chinese gallery with free arthouse cinema

admin — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 23:45:47 +0000

It's been shut for a month to undergo a makeover for celebrating the contemporary Chinese gallery's opening – not to mention the Chinese… Read More

A bar odyssey for charity – we’ll drink to that!

admin — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 23:45:55 +0000

For those who dabbled with sobriety during this month's FebFast, we present the perfect antidote – Parched March, Sydney’s only… Read More

Original fashions, art and wares rack up in Paddington

admin — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 23:45:43 +0000

Over three days, Paddington Town Hall will be transformed into a marketplace to promote the work of top Australian artists, independent… Read More

Bust your best Cro-Magnon dance moves and party with dinosaurs

admin — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 23:45:33 +0000

This unlikely spot for a bar becomes jammed-packed each Tuesday nights, blending creative hipsters, live performers and an electric mix of… Read More

Authentic tapas, from celeb hands, for late nights

admin — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:45:45 +0000

Aperitif – that intimate wine bar on Kings Cross's saner strip, Kellett Street – has just been relaunched by celeb chefs Manu Feildel… More on Aperitif

A festival of fabulous foodie events

admin — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 01:30:55 +0000

Festival highlights include the ‘Henschke & Blackmore Wagyu Beef Night’ at Mad Cow and Lotus’s ‘Charlie & the Chocolate Factory’… Read More

Push cinema boundaries for free at Paddington’s Chauvel

admin — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 23:45:34 +0000

Polish your cultural halo this Friday night by dipping into the sunlight-infused film works that make up Sean Rafferty’s Violent Light. Read More

A new sweet treat on the street – and they deliver too

admin — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 23:30:08 +0000

Having trouble deciding if it’s macaron or macaroon? Then let the newest kid on the block MakMak do the talking for you. With a collection… More on MakMak

A new green pop-up bar on The Rocks

admin — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 23:15:06 +0000

Greenhouse, a green-minded triumph of design and planning (it was built in just three weeks!), comes courtesy of Dutch born architect Joost… Read More

Eclectic Homewares Just a Click Away

admin — Wed, 16 Feb 2011 01:00:45 +0000

If you’re tired of trawling eBay, garage sales and op shops in the hope of finding something special then homewares site emerald+ella is… Read More

A pilgrimage for the java junkie

admin — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 02:30:39 +0000

Mecca Espresso already a haven for coffee aficionados on King Street in the CBD has opened a new cafe in Ultimo. The site, previously a… More on Mecca Espresso

A bar by any other name

admin — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 01:00:34 +0000

Bondi's finest have already ferreted it out and are, as we speak, adorning its rather spacious premises with an up-for-it, East-side party… More on The Crossing

Come winter, nothing beats a bowl of hearty soup. These spots are serving up Sydney’s best soup.

admin — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 03:28:28 +0000

From minestrone to chicken to creamy pumpkin, you'll be bowled over by Sydney's best soups. More best soup

Rain, hail or shine, catch a flick at one of Sydney’s best open-air cinemas.

admin — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 03:09:57 +0000

BYO chairs, a picnic and perhaps your pooch as everyone's welcome Sydney's best outdoor cinema. More best open air cinemas

We’ve dug up Sydney’s best nursery cafes just for you.

admin — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 03:04:30 +0000

Get your plants and pots and pick up some lunch. We've picked Sydney's best nursery cafes. More best nursery cafes

No matter your age, hit the green for a bout of bowls at Sydney’s best bowling clubs.

admin — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 02:39:25 +0000

The sun's out so rev the BBQ and go barefoot bowling at Sydney's best clubs. More best bowling clubs

How wonderful! We bring you Sydney’s best high tea covered!

admin — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 02:28:17 +0000

Sweet and savoury nibbles, fine china and cute decor, enjoy this and more for Sydney's best high tea. More best high tea

With shelves packed with with blues and bries, smell and taste them Sydney’s best city cheese shops.

admin — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 02:21:42 +0000

Cow, goat, buffalo, blue, white mold, hard and soft, get your days dairy at our best city cheese shops. More best city cheese shops

Keyhole to the boudoir

admin — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:25:55 +0000

This is a fabulously fun set of live talks which started in late January by Sarina del Fuego and Hush Events to raise money for the Red… Read More

Parisian fare comes to Ash Street Laneway

admin — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 23:10:50 +0000

Sydney’s Ash Street laneway, already abuzz with the awarding winning wine bar Ash Street Cellar, has welcomed a Francophile drinking and… More on Felix

Your sophisticated downtown beach house

admin — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 13:52:00 +0000

Here though, it’s actually more than just view. The design, staff and interesting Australian menu Coast the ageless stalwart. In fact,… More about Coast

Get into the Latin spirit

admin — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 04:06:47 +0000

This year’s annual South American Festival will be bigger and bolder than ever with an irrepressible mix of infectious music, dance,… Read More

A Darlington café to add to your list

admin — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 02:27:43 +0000

It’s not easy finding the perfect café for your morning cup of Joe, but one little Darlington joint called The Shortlist certainly makes… More on The Shortlist

Supporting Australian fashion talent has never looked so good

admin — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 23:15:53 +0000

This month you can catch a glimpse of the future of Australian fashion design over two nights at the FACE Fashion event held at the… Read More

It’s Arabic for ‘it’s all good’

admin — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 23:45:05 +0000

The King Street restaurant is Kat’s third instalment and the first to make its way out of the Eastern Suburbs. Sabbaba offers it’s… More on Sabbaba

All frequency cafe and bar

admin — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 01:30:39 +0000

Once upon a time, tucked down a side alley in Bondi, lived Bondi FM and a handful of DJs. One day Bondi FM grew up and decided to launch a… More on BondiFM

It’s time to get on the horse

admin — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 01:10:45 +0000

The Glenworth Valley is part of 3,000 acres of the finest un-spoilt wilderness in the New South Wales hinterland. The good news is it… Read More

Woollahra’s hot pizza joint

admin — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 02:00:03 +0000

Pull up a stool or comfy chair and dine on some white anchovies with crispy bread. Or dig into the tasting plate, complete with cured meats,… More on Pizza Moncur

40 people, 40 pounds of prawns, 40 bottles of delicious wine!

admin — Sun, 30 Jan 2011 23:51:55 +0000

Wok+Wine is now coming to Sydney on Thursday February 17th. 40 people fueled by delicious food (we’ve already told you, it’s 40 pounds… More on Wok+Wine

An exclusive cast away

admin — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 02:32:17 +0000

The island is rolling out events and parties all summer long, Agenda’s favourite one is coming up in Feburary when they host ‘Drain… Read More

It’s Chinese New Year – where should you eat?

admin — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 23:54:10 +0000

The tastiest way to join in with the celebrations would have to be at one of Sydney’s many fab Chinese restaurants. Here are Agenda’s… Read More

Sail away…for the day or interstate

admin — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:06 +0000

For the more adventurous, and slightly nostalgic, take advantage of the incomparable opportunity is to sail out aboard a 3-masted 19th… Read More

Fancy a Natalie Portman ‘Black Swan’ number? Classic or modern, get fitted at Sydney’s best costume shops.

admin — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 02:59:03 +0000

From superheroes to animals and uniform attire, get dressed at Sydney's best costume shops. more best costume shops

Quality authentic gelato in an ever-changing array of flavours. Get a taste of Sydney best gelato shops!

admin — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 02:52:38 +0000

From tiramisu to raspberry and coconut, get in line for gelato at these top shops. More best Gelato

Author chats, book launches and millions of great reads at Sydney’s best bookstores.

admin — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 02:45:17 +0000

From art to cooking, fiction and non-fiction, read into these Sydney bookstores. More best bookshops

A Momofuku inspired eatery brings her funky Asian flavour to Potts Point

admin — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 23:00:06 +0000

The progeny of Lotus chefs Dan Hong and Jowett Yu under the guidance of Merivale bar tsar Justin Hemmes, Ms G’s is a stellar supplement to… More on Ms. G's

It’s more than just satisfactory

admin — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 22:54:11 +0000

Hunky Dory Social Club is one of many new drinking spots set to quench our insatiable thirst and we like what we see, eat and drink! More on Hunky Dory Social Club

Chilling with cocktails and cold cuts on Cockatoo Island

admin — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 23:50:50 +0000

Most of its colonial life Cockatoo Island has been the industrial heart of Sydney’s ship building industry. Today the only industry on the… More on The Island Bar

Tales from the Bard, by the beach

admin — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 04:30:21 +0000

Be treated to a performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream or The Comedy of Errors at the 25th and final season of Shakespeare by the Sea… Read More

Island Life

admin — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 23:15:02 +0000

Suffering from the post-holiday blues, dreaming of and island get-away? Well, you need look no further than the inexcusably underappreciated… Read More

Your National Day Survival Guide

admin — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 00:20:11 +0000

Everybody loves a day off, and what better occasion to bask in the summer sun than to celebrate the birth of our nation. Here’s our pick… Read More

Enjoy a beer or two or collect a quality slab at Sydney’s best city breweries.

admin — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 02:32:31 +0000

These Sydney breweries are doing great things. From pale ales to signature Blondes, the brews here are top-notch. More best Breweries

Take a leaf out of a vegetarian book. Go green and pick something scrumptious from the menu at Sydney’s best vegetarian restaurants.

admin — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 02:01:29 +0000

From spinach and eggplant lasagne to an all vegan yum cha, you'll find Sydney's best vegetarian food at these green-loving haunts. More best vegetarian

Masterchef’s in a celebration of swing

admin — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 00:30:40 +0000

The menu has been devised by MasterChef's Harvie and will channel Louis Prima’s Italian-American heritage. Inspired by the cuisine’s… Read More

Wine and dine at Paddo’s new addition

admin — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:33:45 +0000

Avido is that rare bird that combines good old fashioned friendliness with a mouth watering menu that is lovingly crafted and exquisitely… More on Avido

La Bamba in the park

admin — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 23:00:22 +0000

Delivering stellar live music al fresco in the park, this year’s line-up should prove more fun than ever as Summer Sounds in The Domain… Read More

Where cheap and cheerful breakfast reigns supreme

admin — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 23:00:54 +0000

Our favorite was the ‘Bean and Rosemary’ – rosemary sourdough topped with a generous helping of baked beans, melted cheese and two… More on Robocog Cafe

City fave bolts across the bridge to setup no. 2

admin — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 23:00:22 +0000

The Rocks popular Pony Dining has bolted across the Harbour Bridge to set up a stylish stable in Neutral Bay’s ever expanding Grosvener… More on Pony Dining

Merry Christmas from Agenda

admin — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 02:27:15 +0000

In 2011, look out for more of the best recommendations for restaurants, bars, shopping and things to do, with an emphasis on the new, the… Read More

It’s not quite home but she’s one of the family

admin — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 03:00:57 +0000

If it’s one thing grandmas like to do it’s to spoil there guests. Grandma’s, the city’s latest bar offering, has taken to spoiling… Read More

Art & Wine make the perfect match

admin — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 01:00:51 +0000

If there is one thing that mixes well together, it’s art and wine. Imagine strolling through vineyards, sipping from a glass of your… Read More

Cleveland Street’s re-imagined hotel offering

admin — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:30:00 +0000

The Cleveland Street revival is now officially here thanks to the re-opening of the Norfolk Hotel. This is a new breed of pub offering from… More on The Norfolk Hotel

45 minutes away and pure bliss

admin — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 04:00:02 +0000

45 minutes from Sydney lies another world... A hidden world with outstretched waters, jetties, private boat access, jumping fish, fine… Read More

Offering so much from so little

admin — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 22:27:34 +0000

There's some debate about what to call Paddington's latest Italian eatery and wine bar. The menu and drink coasters – which double as… Read More

Fishy Do’s and Fishy Don’ts

admin — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 22:53:02 +0000

We love fresh seafood. Let's face it – would Christmas lunch, nay, any summer barbecue be complete without a kilo or two of prawns? Not on… Read More

See it on the even bigger screen

admin — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 04:14:25 +0000

Nightly, you and almost 1000 other film lovers will witness some of this seasons new releases as well as a selection of the year’s best… Read More

A Fruitful Partnership

admin — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:04:14 +0000

In all there are 13 stunning wines on the cards for the evening with this dinner being the first of many such marriages between Guard and… More on Flinders Inn

A chic new Double Bay bistro

admin — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 00:59:05 +0000

While classic French bistro faves are offered on the extensive menu - think confit duck, duck liver parfait and steak tartare – there are… More on Ad Lib

A pole dancing routine you’re allowed to watch

admin — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 23:30:27 +0000

This high-energy performance is a fusion of modern pole dancing and contemporary ballet. The piece is an intriguing mix of awe-inspiring… Read More

The fresh food people

admin — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 23:33:18 +0000

Like to keep active, be healthy and enjoy life to the fullest? So why spend late evenings in supermarkets, when you can have it delivered to… Read More

Teppanyaki on the Harbour

admin — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 00:21:31 +0000

At Wharf Teppanyaki, which opened in mid October, you’re seated face-to-face with your personal chef and encouraged to ask questions about… More on Wharf Teppanyaki

This French delight is building a quality reputation

admin — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 00:25:04 +0000

Not only do they have sweets to fulfill any sugar cravings, they also have a range of pies, sausage rolls and savory tarts with black olives… More on La Banette

An Al fresco feast of food

admin — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 23:29:29 +0000

Grab your picnic blanket, a bottle of good wine and great friends to toast the end of the workweek each Friday night. With a range of hawker… Read More

Inspiration for the giver of gourmet gifts

admin — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 23:44:58 +0000

Need to fill up Christmas stockings for your favourite gourmand? Or perhaps you need to ready your pantry for forthcoming festive feasts?… Read More

Inside the lives of Sydney’s creatives

admin — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 23:33:43 +0000

So why go? It’s a free open day offering access to these diverse but all equally brilliant arts companies including workshops, forums and… Read More

A hard earned thirst

admin — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:03:48 +0000

There are few things on this earth more satisfying than a schooner of hand-crafted ale. Sydney has embraced the rise of boutique breweries… Read More

Your shoes are needed

admin — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 01:03:01 +0000

We at Agenda know it’s hard to part with our possessions, but think how many soles you’ll be saving, by sending them a couple of your… Read More

Hotel makeover offers pastoral escape

admin — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 22:44:44 +0000

The ground level bar has been freshened with greenery, white marble table tops and generally de-cluttered. The original green tiles that… More on The Village Hotel

Happy days for this new grumpy baker

admin — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:35:39 +0000

The latest to join the bakery bunch is The Grumpy Baker in Vaucluse. The suburb largely known for its miles of mansions and spectacular… More on The Grumpy Baker

One of the charity events of the year

admin — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 01:30:52 +0000

It’s happening again this year and it's happening tonight. Billabong’s 2nd annual Design For Humanity party was a serious hit when it… Read More

Wine bar makes a timely move to more fertile soil

admin — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:42:50 +0000

Time to Vino, formerly located on Darlinghurst's Stanley Street, has transplanted its vinous offerings to a new Potts Point site. Now… Read More

A legendary photographic exhibition

admin — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 23:00:31 +0000

Annie Leibovitz has been sharing her enduring images of power and celebrity with the world since the early 70’s. Who can forget her image… Read More

The good news on the CBD’s new subterranean haven

admin — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 01:45:03 +0000

This subterranean haven is all 1950s and‘60s kitsch with its white plastered booths, retro tables and chairs and a vintage frosted glass… More on Good God Supper Club

Christmas shopping this Sunday

admin — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 01:12:48 +0000

Glebe Street Fair has been running for like...ever...with a different theme each year. This year the theme is rather aptly umbrellas. There… Read More

I like to ride my bicycle

admin — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:35:26 +0000

The theme of the festival is it’s namesake; the bicycle. And, how joyous is the splendid bike; Agenda likes flying down the footpath, wind… Read More

A safe house worth knowing about

admin — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:46:02 +0000

The owners, Mark Stephens and Eddie Venneri, have a wealth of experience in the industry having worked at Sydney hotspots Hemmesphere,… More on 13b

A special photo viewing

admin — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 00:30:08 +0000

The Projections is a project that showcases a select group of emerging photographic talent in Australia. Read More

9 course degustation and 9 amazing circus acts

admin — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 01:27:22 +0000

Every Saturday night the circus comes to town at Sydney’s Slide Nightclub on Oxford Street. The troupe performs 9 circus acts combining… Read More

Start or add to your collection here

admin — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:00:20 +0000

The fair showcases over 100 galleries and thousands of new and collectable artwork – paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings, ceramics,… Read More

Be it a fruit infusion or premium green, we think it’s time for tea. We’ve found the best places in Sydney to buy tea.

admin — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 03:50:48 +0000

After visiting Sydney's top teashops, boil the kettle and relax with a fine cuppa. More best teashops

Planning on getting organised? Get a bit of help from Sydney’s best stationary shops.

admin — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 03:44:53 +0000

From colourful paper and notebooks to organizers, cards and must-have office supplies, stock up with Sydney’s best stationary. More best stationery shops

Ever tried African food? We’ve hunted down Sydney’s best African restaurants.

admin — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 03:39:18 +0000

From safari beef to rich Ethiopian chicken stew, find out who’s dishing up Sydney’s best African fare. More best African food

Hit the ring and pack a punch at Sydney’s best boxing gyms.

admin — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 03:33:37 +0000

No need to be a pro, these Sydney boxing gyms are great for fitness and fun. More best boxing gyms

Calling all aqua babies. Sun yourself poolside or cut some laps at Sydney’s best swimming pools.

admin — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 03:26:26 +0000

Cool off in summer or take a chilly mid-winter dip at Sydney's best swimming pools. More best swimming pools

Drink in one hand, cigar in the other, light up at Sydney’s best cigar bars.

admin — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 02:59:40 +0000

From an elegant Merivale marvel to a laneway local, we’ve found Sydney’s most cigar-friendly bars. More best cigar bars

Art is the drug

admin — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:42 +0000

The program promises to inject a love of art to all its members, giving them behind-the-scenes knowledge and privileged access to… Read More

The burger is back

admin — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 01:05:46 +0000

Forget the McChains and greasy teenagers on the minimum wage – the real burger is back – back on the menu in Sydney’s top dining… Read More

Shakespeare in the park

admin — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 00:27:52 +0000

Surrounded by the fittingly whimsical nature of the park, the new Sydney-based theatre company, WildRumpuS is making their debut performance… Read More

Give a little, get a little

admin — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 02:44:36 +0000

Just as one man’s rubbish is another man’s treasure, all items can be taken along to the swap party (think glammed up jumble sale on… Read More

Insider’s Sydney by design

admin — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 00:00:37 +0000

With your tour downloaded onto your iPod and the precinct map printed from the website (both free) you can inconspicuously show yourself… Read More

The past, present and future of Sydney’s built environment

admin — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:11:17 +0000

On Sunday only, the Sydney Open City Pass showcases the past, present and future of Sydney's built environment as 70 buildings of… Read More

Paddington’s newest wine bar

admin — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 01:04:25 +0000

The Hideout, now a few weeks old, is making wine a clear focus, constantly re-invigorating the seasonal list of mainly Australian wines with… More on The Hideout

Flinders Street’s new royal bar & restaurant offering

admin — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 01:41:58 +0000

The kitchen is lorded over by Thomas Lim (ex-Tetsuya) and Mitchell Orr – the 2010 Josephine Pignolet Young Chef of the Year – and they… More on Duke Bistro

Putting spice into your Sunday

admin — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 02:54:38 +0000

For a unique take on the traditional English High Tea, Aki’s Indian on the buzzing Woolloomooloo Finger Wharf is now offering… More on Akis Indian

Live music at Sydney’s talent factory

admin — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:20:51 +0000

On the last Thursday night of every month NIDA puts on a free 2-hour show pulling together performances from a mix of professional artists… Read More

The river blues

admin — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:33:42 +0000

There’s something about kicking back on an old bar stool, sipping a nice cold Bud and watching those Memphis dudes in their trilbies strum… Read More

New pop up bar welcomes in the ‘six o’clock fill’

admin — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 00:30:07 +0000

‘At Momenti Peroni we are offering clean simple food that lets the produce speak for itself. We want to make people feel at home with food… More on Momenti Peroni

3 good reasons to skip the movie theatre

admin — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 02:10:16 +0000

Ash Street Cellar, The Beresford Hotel and Slip Inn have brought back their popular summer film nights. Until March each venue has been… Read More

This is the city’s hottest new laneway bar

admin — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 02:52:34 +0000

Nestled down the end of Darlinghurst’s grungy Crown Lane, this intimate new wine bar would shine brightly regardless of its location. But… More on Love Tilly Devine

Jazz and Cocktails every Thursday night

admin — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 00:27:43 +0000

At Sydney’s modern-day speakeasy – Eau-de-Vie – the good people who received Gourmet Travellers ‘Bar of the Year’ Award are… More on Eau de Vie

Free burgers from a van

admin — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 22:38:15 +0000

We assume you know Grill’d…now that cheeky team behind Sydney’s newest gourmet burger chain is taking their burger-making… Read More

Where are you staying tonight

admin — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 02:03:51 +0000

Whether you’re after a weekend of beachside bliss, scenic serenity or edgy urban action, or just looking to house your mother-in-law… Read More

How would you like to be erased

admin — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 01:07:48 +0000

Not sure about you but the thought of erasing a full magazine by hand makes us wince. Well, that’s what’s been done and while quite… Read More

New island accommodation in the heart of the city

admin — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 00:00:47 +0000

Fancy a break on an uninhabited island without leaving Sydney? Or sipping champagne in luxurious comfort while enjoying multi-million dollar… Read More

Veni, vidi, vici

admin — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 22:39:30 +0000

Bacco is the familiar Italian name for Bacchus - fun loving god of food, wine and fertility. In other words this is the haven for every… More on Bacco Wine Bar

Feeling like French, we’ve found Sydney’s best french restaurants

admin — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 01:00:04 +0000

For those wanting to trade in Massaman curry for Moules Frites and step right away from the edamame in favour of a perfectly cooked… More Best French

Asia meets the Middle-East during this al fresco feast

admin — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 01:55:57 +0000

One of the highlights of the Sydney culinary year has to be the hawker style food market that takes up its annual residence in Hyde Park as… Read More

Titillating tipples as ten top ‘tenders get mixing

admin — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 01:05:52 +0000

Pulling together ten of the city’s finest bartenders from ten of the city’s finest bars, the Freestyle Cocktail Sessions will give you… Read More

A premier day in the Hunter Valley

admin — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 01:30:36 +0000

We did say Semillon AND Seafood though! On site there will be the ‘Oyster and Semillon Bar’ and local restaurants dishing up their… Read More

The tastiest book launch ever

admin — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 23:05:09 +0000

When you’re the Executive Chef at the No.1 ranked restaurant in Australasia you can do just about anything; and you’ve certainly got… Read More

Laugh on an island

admin — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 00:11:59 +0000

For the weekend of the 16th and 17th of October Cockatoo Island will be transformed into a comedy Mecca with participation from over two… Read More

Welcome to Pool Season 2010

admin — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 02:55:53 +0000

This year we’re predicting poolside glamour is going to be hotter than the sun itself. Get your summer booty ready and take a dip in the… Read More

The double-bounce is back

admin — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 02:30:21 +0000

Ever had the urge to toss yourself metres into the air to defy gravity? If the answer is yes you’re one of the many grown-ups who are… Read More

Got cravings?

admin — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 23:50:06 +0000

Crave is all about food and all about Sydney. Combine the two and hey presto, what do we have? Well, you might have thousands of people… Read More

Let’s get ready to rhumba

admin — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 23:27:54 +0000

Strap on your dancing shoes and get ready to feel the heat of Australia’s hottest Latin American festival this long weekend as Darling… Read More

This new Argentine is worth talking about

admin — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:39:16 +0000

Occupying a quiet corner on Cleveland street, Porteno (meaning 'of Buenos Aires') offers a taste of the Argentine capital's soulful… More on Porteno

Win 5-double passes and get to The High Tea Party on us

admin — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:42:49 +0000

Now in its fourth year The High Tea Party will be hosted at The Hotel Windsor for two days only, October 8th and 9th. The event runs all day… Read More

Sydney creatives open their studios for a good old snoop

admin — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 03:58:44 +0000

Tapping into Surry Hills’ pool of creative talent, the event sees studios fling open their doors for one day only, allowing the likes of… Read More

Why let the girls have all the fun

admin — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 00:08:35 +0000

Classes are capped at six people, affording lots of attention from the chef, and you’ll not only learn but enjoy your own creations after… Read More

Spring racing for the ladies and gents

admin — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 00:04:24 +0000

Treat yourself to one of the special race day events like ‘Hats, Heels and Handbags’ Read More

Offering a refined dining experience

admin — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 01:19:59 +0000

In the heart of Surry Hills, the design is stark but inviting with an open-kitchen as centre stage. While most restaurants are cramming in… More on The Cotton Duck

Come to Adriano’s new lab

admin — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 03:51:40 +0000

The seating has been cleverly arranged around the massive production kitchen, so while you eat you can watch Zumbo and his talented team… More on The Lab

Where dogs love their two-legged pets

admin — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 01:22:13 +0000

This is a dog-loving city, and Sydneysiders in search of that perfect macchiato or afternoon ale love nothing more than taking their four… More Best Dog Friendly Venues

Cool cocktails and tapas on Victoria St

admin — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 23:45:58 +0000

Dim lighting, modern but cozy décor, a sexy but unobtrusive play list, great drops, greater service, inspired food and a general hum of… More on The Passage

Come for the tea, stay for the conversation

admin — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 02:13:09 +0000

You’ll feel like you’ve taken a step back in time when you enter this gorgeous sitting room; there’s a splash of old Victoria in the… More on The Tea Parlour

Luxe camping in Jervis Bay

admin — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 02:40:15 +0000

Don’t know what glamping is? Just think glamorous camping. In other words we’re talking Agenda’s kind of camping in style, complete… Read More

Southern Italy just got closer

admin — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 02:10:30 +0000

As we approach the open-windowed entrance to Vacanza we hear a happy customer excitedly call to the owner “This is the best pizza I’ve… More on Vacanza Pizzeria

Put a spring festival in your step

admin — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:26:15 +0000

The festival enters its 25th year and kicks off at 10am this Saturday with a good ol’ fashioned spring parade, complete with float,… Read More

Inspiration for your next dress-up

admin — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 01:19:47 +0000

Whether you’re a lover of fantasy, an aspiring artist, feeling like reminiscing about your childhood anime heroes like Astroboy, or are… Read More

Small bar big on retro style

admin — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 04:29:40 +0000

With plenty of space and quirky décor you might, as Agenda did, find yourself sharing your drink with Paul Newman or Cary Grant as cool… More on The Green Room

Support the subversive

admin — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 02:11:57 +0000

The inner west is playing host to this cutting-edge festival, with organisers seeing the area as ‘the red beating heart of Sydney’s… Read More

Same, Same – but so, so different

admin — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 02:42:44 +0000

Many of you will be familiar with Campbell Street’s Chat Thai, but for those who aren’t there is a very special treat in store. More on Chat Thai

Bring your own to one of these best Sydney BYOs

admin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 02:40:04 +0000

We've rounded up a few of our favourite BYOs, from mid-week picks to molecular gastronomic greats. More Best BYOs

Experimental cinema

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 01:25:52 +0000

If you’re feeling uninspired by the endless remakes and sequels on show at your local cinema then it’s time to go subterranean and… Read More

Redfern’s newest local

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 01:12:27 +0000

A night at the new Eathouse Diner is like eating out at a friend’s house. More on Eathouse Diner

Hotspots on the Sydney caffeine scene, find some of your city’s best coffee here.

admin — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 05:12:19 +0000

Don't settle for any cup, get some of Sydney's best coffee at these must visits. More best coffee

Pleasing Dad is not the problem

admin — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 01:30:35 +0000

Choosing a restaurant for Fathers Day is tough. While Dad himself is usually one of the easiest to please it’s the rest of the team you… Read More

Always welcome, sometimes blissful, we’ve found the best in Crows Nest

admin — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 01:50:28 +0000

Crows Nest enjoys a renaissance of sorts as a burgeoning and bustling hub of North Shore wining and dining. More best Crows Nest

The Birth of Cool

admin — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 01:13:37 +0000

Sydney’s laneway culture is fast developing and at the axis you’ll find the William Street Laneway Festival in Paddington. This annual… Read More

Get access to the Stones

admin — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 02:42:44 +0000

The highly acclaimed exhibition Let It Bleed is a compendium of the images Russell snapped on the Stones' 1969 tour of America, which has… Read More

One Item, One Sale, Everyday

admin — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:22:17 +0000

This is a simple but effective way to buy the latest in Australian fashion – each day one new item of clothing becomes available for… Read More

A rendezvous with French cinema

admin — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 02:22:24 +0000

We’re warming you up for tonight’s French film screening at Moncur Terrace. This upper deck spin-off from Bistro Moncur in Woollahra has… Read More

Bondi, please meet Orange

admin — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 02:02:31 +0000

The picture perfect Orange idyll comes to the city's surf from today the 23rd through August 29th, bringing with it an appetising line-up of… Read More

Organic Extravaganza

admin — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 01:15:48 +0000

The Organic Expo & Green Show ‘s theme of ‘Paddock to Plate’ means foodies get a fantastic opportunity to catch cooking demos by… Read More

Deals and delights in style

admin — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 01:30:05 +0000

From Monday 23rd August Paddington is about to treat us to a ramped up fun and fashion overload as part of the aptly named Paddington Alive!… Read More

Opening Night of the Stef Mitchell exhibition

admin — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 01:09:44 +0000

The exhibition will showcase the work of the young and very talented Stef Mitchell, a budding photographer whose wise choice to give up… Read More

Sea, sun and Stafili

admin — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 02:30:34 +0000

With its fancy glass facade and expansive bar Stafili Wine and Mezze is set to compete with Bondi institutions Pompei's and Hurricanes. More on Stafili Wine And Mezze

Now in demand for a different art

admin — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 01:30:28 +0000

Mason Mulholland - model, photographer and mixed media extraordinaire - is wrapping up the final days of his first debut exhibition at the… Read More

Variety shows you’ll enjoy

admin — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 01:35:44 +0000

Burlesque is back, and there’s a whole lot more to this art than clichéd strip tease. Sydney has become host to a series of modern… Read More

I’ll take my Salsa on the Rocks

admin — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 01:25:31 +0000

We got passion, copious beads of sweat and all the vigorous hip movements one could ever hope for in one place at the one time. Read More

Jazz it up tonight

admin — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 02:40:04 +0000

72 Erskine, a heritage terrace right in the heart of Sydney, presents this one night only event, Jazz at 72 – Two Friends on an Intimate… Read More

Fun for the parents with Sydney’s best child-friendly outings

admin — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 01:20:50 +0000

While there’s plenty of fun to be had by kids in Sydney, Agenda asks why they should have all the fun? So we’ve packed up the family and… More best child-friendly outings

Meet, Sip and Swallow

admin — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 03:32:44 +0000

For those whose lives have not yet been graced by The Corner House, and its delightfully rustic Italian fare and potentially potent… More on Wine Nights at The Corner House

Vintage Fashion with Flair

admin — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 01:14:22 +0000

There’s something romantic about the monthly Vintage Fashion Market held at Leichardt Town Hall. The ambient music from the likes of Dean… Read More

Rocking food and wine on the beach

admin — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 01:20:07 +0000

Picture a sparkling Sydney day at beautiful Balmoral beach. Add over 30 of Mudgee’s best boutique wineries and plenty of food stalls… Read More

Chook full of healthy flavour

admin — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 01:30:56 +0000

At last a healthy ‘chicken shop’ bursting with goodness, tastes, textures and choice. Her name is Madame Char Char, on Crown Street… More on Madame Char Char

Now that’s Graphic

admin — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 01:30:33 +0000

Over the course of this weekend 7th-8th August the people’s house will play host to all things Graphic - a series of film screenings, live… Read More

A provider for you and I

admin — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 02:35:34 +0000

Opened in April to little press but a quickly enamored clientele, Youeni is a thoughtful café and providore run by Chris Starke, ex-pastry… More on Youeni Provides

Women on Wheels

admin — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:45:20 +0000

Arguably the greatest spectator sport in the world! Roller Derby was born in the US in 1935 and took off when the mad violence and mayhem… Read More

Blue Mountains Bathing Bliss

admin — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:57:04 +0000

Sparadise is perfect for a day of pampering or, better yet, make a whole weekend of it to really wash away the stresses of modern living. Read More

16 days of design

admin — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:58:10 +0000

The program for these citywide design events kicks off on 31st July under the umbrella theme ‘Tell us a story’. From industrial design… Read More

A menu and wine list worth studying

admin — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 01:06:40 +0000

Beyond the fantastic food, it’s wine where this library really shines with more than 350 wines from around the globe and, in place of a… More on The Wine Library

MasterChef over but the foodie fun continues

admin — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 02:41:52 +0000

Entering its fifth year, this colourful all day festival comes to us this Saturday offering a multicultural food explosion. Read More

The best place to buy online.

admin — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:45:05 +0000

Check out our top 5 gift sites to spoil friends, family and even yourself (go on, you know you’re worth it!) without having to slog around… More best online gift shops

Just opened and the fish & chips are better here

admin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 03:11:19 +0000

Entering The Battery we’re met with the nostalgic smell of vinegar and sea salt, conjuring up images of sunny seaside cafes – a far cry… More on The Battery

The fun is free and the entertainment…quelle surprise!

admin — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 01:36:09 +0000

Escape with this weekly Sunday night performance at The Victoria Rooms. Filled with an eclectic mix of artists and musicians, including… More on The Victoria Room

All for the love of coffee

admin — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:30:24 +0000

Discover a wide world of coffee this Sunday when Australia’s biggest coffee event takes over the streets of The Rocks. Sydneysider’s… Read More

Pizza perfection comes to Neutral Bay

admin — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:51:40 +0000

Mauro Marcucci (formerly of Melbourne’s Caffe e Cucina and Surry Hill’s Pizza e Birra) has opened a seriously sleek establishment, with… More on EnoPizzeria

Masked love, starring you!

admin — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 04:19:32 +0000

At the Ivy on Saturday July 24th, this heady establishment will entertain a crowd of masked up party-goers, all with one thing in common of… Read More

FREE movies where film and art collide

admin — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 01:20:32 +0000

In conjunction with The Art Gallery of New South Wales’ Paths to Abstraction exhibition, an amazing showcase of more than 150 pivotal… Read More

Farming never tasted so good

admin — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 01:57:30 +0000

There’s something special about buying fresh, organic local produce directly from those who grow it, and hearing the stories behind their… More best farmers markets

Comfortably chilled at Neutral Bay’s newest

admin — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 04:28:44 +0000

After achieving success with the amazing Glebe Point Diner, working partner and chef Alex Kearns is now expanding horizons with the launch… More on Neutral Bay Bar & Dining

Winter warmer with a difference

admin — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:35:50 +0000

Piles of Vogue magazines are stacked on desks, providing inspiration for any buyer. Just flick through the pages and find what you’re… Read More

Jogging through the vines

admin — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 01:30:31 +0000

Instead of pounding the pavement in suburbia you’ll be gliding past 90-year old grape vines in the picturesque Hunter Valley wine region,… Read More

Images too striking not to be seen

admin — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 01:30:52 +0000

Every year World Press Photo holds a contest for the best international press photographs. The winners are then showcased in a touring… Read More

Classic Thai street food

admin — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:50:03 +0000

Holding the fort in the open kitchen alongside chef Sujet Saenkhan, Spice I Am co-owner, a troop of fast and furious chefs rapidly produce… More on House

You’ll be turning your nose up

admin — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 01:30:40 +0000

On Tuesday 20th July The Wine Society’s Best of South Australia Masterclass will give enthusiasts, accomplished and amateur alike, access… Read More

Heed the siren call of chocolate

admin — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 02:49:21 +0000

Coco Chocolate is now hosting a series of Chocolate Connoisseur Evenings in Kirribilli, where chocolate lovers will learn all about… More on Coco Chocolate

Learning sushi from the Zushi master

admin — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 01:29:32 +0000

Y. J. Lee, head chef at this popular sushi and sashimi restaurant shares a wealth of experience with beginners like us keen to learn the… More on Zushi

When it fits it feels good

admin — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 02:34:52 +0000

Ever walked into a boutique and thought, “Now this is worthy of McQueen, Connery and Clooney”. Well, that’s exactly how you’ll feel… Read More

Randwick Racecourse – but not as you know it

admin — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:30:07 +0000

Grab a date, an old Mustang, an extra large cola, a bag of popcorn, your girl or boy – then get in the back seat and pash the night away.… Read More

Jump aboard the rock train

admin — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 01:00:43 +0000

The iconic Bacardi Express hurtled across Australia for the third time this year, transporting the likes of La Roux, Art vs Science, Groove… Read More

More than ice at this winter land

admin — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 02:00:22 +0000

Winterland will offer a massive line-up of free live and themed music nights at CarriageWorks, as this cutting edge arts centre launches the… Read More

Defy the winter blues

admin — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 01:00:07 +0000

While most go into total hibernation around winter solstice time and won’t return for ages, this timely winter wakeup call gives the city… Read More

The very best chefs get together

admin — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:30:42 +0000

The name Simon Johnson is synonymous with fabulous produce and the providore’s annual Talk Eat Drink series will see an inspiring line-up… Read More

Raving about the ramen

admin — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:50:03 +0000

Ryo’s perches on a nondescript corner of Falcon Street Crows Nest. A long white curtain with vaguely alluring oriental writing guards the… More on Ryo's Noodles

Champagne Sailing

admin — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 01:05:49 +0000

What better way to experience Sydney Harbour’s magical views of the iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge than from the deck of your… Read More

Give and get hitched!

admin — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 03:00:51 +0000

On this Thursday 24th June in Melbourne and next Monday 28th June in Sydney the Cooking for a Cause event could change your life in more… Read More

Start spreading the news

admin — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 03:00:22 +0000

Imagine a place where slicked coiffes are commonplace, women with rollers in their hair sit chatting under hood dryers, and men swap funny… Read More

First Vini, Now Berta

admin — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 01:30:17 +0000

Choose from a delightful selection of tasting-sized plates, we went straight for the chicken liver pate then cuttlefish zucchini and prawns… More on Berta

Truffle 101

admin — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 01:00:11 +0000

The Truffle Festival will be holding a series of ‘truffle events’ throughout June and July, with the kick off happening this weekend. … Read More

Life drawing at TAP

admin — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 01:00:11 +0000

You can just wander one of the many free exhibits, but Agenda reckons the best way to really experience TAP Gallery is to dust off your art… Read More

Ah, food, the perfect gift…

admin — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 01:49:18 +0000

Cooking enthusiast and expert Sarah Green is running a series of cooking classes that focus on healthy eating habits at hip Hugos Lounge in… More on Hugo's Lounge

Where will you be watching?

admin — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 01:01:19 +0000

As the official host of International FIFA Fan Fest, Darling Harbour will come alive with four giant screens broadcasting all 64 matches… Read More

Italian passion to heat up winter

admin — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 01:18:37 +0000

Armando Percuoco, Lucio Galletto and Adriano Zumbo feature among the heavyweight chefs taking to the stoves this winter to offer amateur… Read More

Want to take it higher

admin — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 00:35:33 +0000

The event, part conference and part tête-à-tête, takes place next week, with some of the brightest minds taking to the stage to share… Read More

A Master Chef at Sea

admin — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 23:35:39 +0000

Your High-Tea at Sea will feature a creative menu of bite-size culinary masterpieces designed by MasterChef Series One finalist, Lucas… Read More

Say Cheese

admin — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 23:15:24 +0000

In a culinary coup Sofitel’s Executive Chef Andreas Donnerbauer has collaborated with celebrity cheese connoisseur Will Studd and Sydney… Read More

It’s time for a new ride

admin — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 03:46:35 +0000

Thanks to the timely opening of the first Tokyo Bike store in Australia, Sydney-siders can now cruise their new bicycle lane ways in style. Read More

Good as Gold

admin — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 01:45:43 +0000

Shopping, eating and partying all for a great cause is definitely on our Agenda. Read More

The perfect wood fired pizza

admin — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 02:49:24 +0000

Universal Restaurant gives this month a great kick-start by celebrating with Lunar Night Dinner. This deliciously rich and colourful… Read More

Winter demands soup n’ chewy sourdough from one of Sydney’s best organic bakers

admin — Mon, 31 May 2010 04:50:03 +0000

Escape from these organic bakers with a brown paper bag full of chewy sourdough, fragrant sausage roll or sweet sweet tart. More best organic bakers

Attention wildlife enthusiasts – these are Sydney’s best wildlife encounters

admin — Mon, 31 May 2010 04:21:31 +0000

From big cats to sea-urchins and coat of arms friends, check out Sydney's best zoos More best zoos

Introducing Sydney’s best boutique hotels

admin — Mon, 31 May 2010 02:51:06 +0000

Looking to complete the perfect weekend away, check in at one of these fab boutique hotels More best Boutique Hotels

China Beach hits Manly Shores

admin — Mon, 31 May 2010 02:12:35 +0000

Mouths are watering in anticipation as Manly dining sets itself to get a whole lot hipper. The team from Woolloomooloo's salubrious China… More on China Beach

A day-out in Glebe

admin — Fri, 28 May 2010 01:02:53 +0000

We love Glebe for its eclectic mix of international cuisine and cafes, its award winning bookstores and vibrant art scene, along with its… More best in Glebe

A day-out in Newtown

admin — Wed, 26 May 2010 22:59:14 +0000

We love Newtown for being a big cheesy, urban melting pot, celebrating life in all its deliciousness. Packed full of cafes, restaurants,… More best in Newtown

A day-out in Surry Hills

admin — Wed, 26 May 2010 00:15:31 +0000

Now super classy, with cool eateries and a hub for Sydney’s design set, Surry Hills has come a long way from its days as an overcrowded… More best in Surry Hills

A day-out in Manly

admin — Tue, 25 May 2010 00:40:33 +0000

If you want to lose yourself (and everyone else) head to secluded Collins Flat Beach. This peaceful beach is just a few hundred metres from… More best in Manly

A day-out in Balmain

admin — Sun, 23 May 2010 14:10:46 +0000

This week Agenda brings you our Top 5 in 5: today we’re in Balmain. We love Balmain for celebrity spotting (the likes of Rose Byrne and… More best in Balmain

A glowing stage show

admin — Fri, 21 May 2010 01:30:10 +0000

Through the magic of the black light box, the audience is given dramatically transforming perspectives. One makes you feel like you’re… Read More

Italian delights

admin — Thu, 20 May 2010 01:47:56 +0000

Make like an Italian and let your inner passion take you over! Create your own pizza at the pizza-making workshop. Wash away the winter… Read More

Dial a picnic

admin — Wed, 19 May 2010 01:04:39 +0000

Write this address - www.sydneypicnic.com.au - on a post-it note and just leave it somewhere your partner’s sure to 'find' it. Trust us,… Read More

A drinking education

admin — Tue, 18 May 2010 00:30:29 +0000

They’re so passionate about wine, and helping you to know what makes your wind turbine tumble and your palate precipitate, that they’ll… Read More

Where word gurus are de rigeur

admin — Sun, 16 May 2010 23:55:16 +0000

Whether you’re a budding writer looking to hone your craft or seeking inspiration from great thinkers like Jonathan Ralston Saul or Man… Read More

Open your mouth for Boca

admin — Fri, 14 May 2010 01:10:55 +0000

Once inside we are met with an eclectic mix of old style polished wood, brightly painted interiors and Maradonna posters. The whole place… More on Boca

Loony Dunes

admin — Thu, 13 May 2010 01:12:33 +0000

And being only two and a half hours from Sydney it’s the perfect spot for an adrenalin pumping weekend of sandy fun. Surfing the dunes is… Read More

Savouring surefire Surry sustenance

admin — Wed, 12 May 2010 00:50:09 +0000

Little Marionette Coffee and displays of Newtown’s famous Black Star pastries elevated on glass cake stands add gastronomic credibility.… Read More

Parisi’s sets provedore bar at a new high

admin — Tue, 11 May 2010 01:00:10 +0000

The new Parisi’s is like no other gourmet experience. It’s a step ahead, a notch above, a silver streak stretched across the sky when it… More on Parisi's

Your own sliver of spacious sanctuary

admin — Mon, 10 May 2010 01:43:56 +0000

Perched on the hills in the Southern Highlands is an enchanting fairy tale image, an imposing Federation-style mansion – but with a cozy… Read More

The bread line

admin — Fri, 07 May 2010 00:07:10 +0000

Nestled in a neighbourhood back street in Bronte, people are queuing to collect their daily bread. You cannot actually enter Iggy’s Down… More on Iggy's Down Under

Learn to fly

admin — Thu, 06 May 2010 01:34:33 +0000

Aerial artistry has astonished audiences all over the world and with over 10 years experience in the industry identical twins Frank and… Read More

Here’s a House to hold Sydney’s greatest

admin — Wed, 05 May 2010 00:30:42 +0000

Sculptures, paintings, installations, photos and other media will all merge in what is to become one of Sydney’s premier art activations,… Read More

Right Royal Undies

admin — Tue, 04 May 2010 00:35:07 +0000

Entering the boutique we’re met by D’Arcy, scantily dressed in Fleur of England, which consists of black silk and lace knickers with a… Read More

Bondi is set to sizzle

admin — Mon, 03 May 2010 00:00:48 +0000

The inaugural Bondi ‘Sizzle' (http://sizzlefestival.com.au) is the brainchild of those trendy bearded Bondi types you envy each morning as… Read More

Small Bar, Big News

admin — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:14 +0000

Nonchalantly nestled between an organic bakery and Crowie stalwart, Phuong, on Willoughby Road, this is the way small bars should be done.… More on Smallbar

The best banquet in town and it’s only $35

admin — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 01:05:18 +0000

Roy’s seafood tapas restaurant is no big secret to the Bondi-savvy. But not many people know that Roy’s offers the best value banquet in… More on Roy's Seafood & Tapas

A new farmers market in Darlinghurst

admin — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 23:46:06 +0000

Fruit and veg isn’t what one would normally expect to stumble across in Taylor Square early on a Saturday morning. But that’s exactly… Read More

I’ll have my smashed eggs with a bit of retro

admin — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:30:55 +0000

Hot on the heels of the recently opened concept store Porch, North Bondi residents can now boast the brand new adjoining brekkie spot… More on Porch and Parlour

The Tunnel comes out of the underground

admin — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:30:42 +0000

The Tunnel nightclub is where Kings Cross baron, John Ibrahim carved his name in the 1980’s. Now, more than twenty years on, it’s set to… Read More

Glamorous nights for glamorous girls

admin — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 01:10:32 +0000

Grab your best girlfriends and high heel it to Vibe Hotels for a fabulous night of makeovers, cocktails and fun. Stay up all night partying… Read More

Come together with us while the Queen does her own thing

admin — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 00:45:50 +0000

If the Queen has gone and forgotten to invite you to her birthday yet again, no need to worry. There’s something else going on over the… Read More

Opera High Tea hits a high note

admin — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 01:10:36 +0000

Celebrated Michelin-trained French Chef, Guillaume Brahimi has created a sophisticated High Tea menu in his eponymous Bennelong restaurant… Read More

Scaling the Scala

admin — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:15:56 +0000

La Scala might be making a bold design statement, but it’s backed up with the confidence of delivering delectable dishes by uber-chef… More on La Scala on Jersey

Arts, crafts and free live music

admin — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:30:48 +0000

Saturday 17th April sees the Pine Street Creative Arts Centre open up to the crowds for one of the coolest arts and cultural events on the… Read More

Coffee for one and a chat for two?

admin — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:13:36 +0000

Tom serves up a deliciously sweet coffee and provides an even sweeter yarn. While you’re chatting to him he’s framed by a small green… More on Cafe Nookie

Cooking has never been so friendly

admin — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:20:38 +0000

Out of her gorgeous apartment in Clovelly, this domestic goddess gives no-nonsense private cooking classes to those who want to learn all… Read More

Metal art enlightenment

admin — Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:35:50 +0000

'Twilight' is a tribute to the artist’s fascination with artifactual illumination and features spectacular interactive lights, which fade… Read More

White linen laneway pop-up

admin — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:30:04 +0000

While you and yours with the other 98 guests enjoy the dinner under the stars in one of Sydney’s most picturesque laneways, chef David… Read More

Get a giggle on

admin — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 00:30:13 +0000

It’s that special time of year again when all the funny people from around the world descend on our city just to make us laugh. Sydney… Read More

Bloodwood bridges Newtown dining gap

admin — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:26:58 +0000

Newtown locals Mitchell Grady, Claire van Vuuren and Jo Ward, have traded the luxurious world of tasting menus and French champagne for… More on Bloodwood

Nature and the City

admin — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:32:49 +0000

Glide off the sandy shores and keep your eyes peeled while nature unfolds herself. Navigate through the colossal yachts, wave to the Packer… Read More

Speaking Easy in Bondi’s latest

admin — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:20:29 +0000

At the low-key end of Curlewis street, Speakeasy joins The Shop and Wine Bar in offering Bondi dwellers an inviting setting a world away… More on Speakeasy

Bondi’s new corner store

admin — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:28:37 +0000

The walls are just dripping with photography by talented photographer Toby Burrows, so while you wait for a table – take in the art and… More on The Corner House

Art and dumplings at a bar with no name

admin — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:30:25 +0000

Directors Simon Mercier and Agnes Kumaina have created something more than a bar. This is also art space, music venue and cafe. They want… More on Name this Bar

Strike a pose – free Yoga at Bondi

admin — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:30:44 +0000

While dawn breaks through in glorious crimson and russet hues over Bondi, scattered on the soft golden sand will be several thousand yoga… Read More

Window shop, walk in, ask your iphone

admin — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:45:02 +0000

Beyond the sheer spectacle, the bold butcher’s shop comes with some serious gastronomic credentials and now, pretty bizarrely, an iphone… More on Victor Churchill

Champers and shoes…the ultimate high fashion experience

admin — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:35:31 +0000

In an Australian first that will have aspiring Carrie Bradshaws swooning with excitement, Swissôtel Sydney has partnered with right up… Read More

A refurb of an old favorite

admin — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 01:00:16 +0000

Umbrella covered tables scatter the long patio area in a casual and spacious layout that means you’re never too near anyone else and your… More on Watson's Bay Tea Gardens Cafe

The culture and the chemistry

admin — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:15:39 +0000

After a series of record-breaking attendances at Sydney’s Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA), the gallery has decided to swing its doors… Read More

A merry band of artisan bakers in Bondi

admin — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:15:45 +0000

Organic Republic, a local neighbourhood bakery described by co-owner Murray Begg as “science meets art” More on Organic Republic

Now darker, sleeker and much sexier at the Bentley

admin — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:15:13 +0000

The menu has undergone something of a mini makeover with less of a focus on tapas and more on a-la-carte and degustation dining. Regardless… More on The Bentley

Dream team open Manly Pavilion

admin — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:00:58 +0000

Restaurateur David Gray and award winning Chef Jonathan Barthelmess (ex Coast), have been joined by young gun James Parry (ex Icebergs and… More on Manly Pavilion

Take a gamble you won’t lose

admin — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 03:00:57 +0000

Here’s one tip that’s a sure thing. Vietnamese celebrity chef Luke Nguyen has upped the ante with his latest venture Fat Noodle, where… More on Fat Noodle

A secret fashion house. Shhh! It’s cheaper…

admin — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 03:00:17 +0000

Their luxury design business runs from Romy’s Eastern Suburbs abode in Sydney’s Bellevue Hill. Only available by private appointment,… Read More

The Gazebo empire strikes again

admin — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 03:00:31 +0000

It goes by the name of Manly Wine, the latest and most beautiful addition to the Gazebo Empire. Set at the southern end of Manly this light… More on Manly Wine

B&B on the Sea

admin — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 03:00:34 +0000

While you laze on the deck of your gently bobbing yacht, the skipper discreetly departs for the night and you’re left with nothing for… Read More

Know your graffitti – walking tour (one day only)

admin — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:35:29 +0000

You’ll spend an afternoon meandering through secret laneways and unknown backstreets viewing some of Newtown’s most acclaimed and… Read More

A big night out – without a night club in sight

admin — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:15:21 +0000

This rather cool concept from Sydney Opera House producer, Virginia Hyam, draws together a variety of performers doing shows in Sydney city… Read More

A sky bar, an urban day spa and a deal from our friends at Jetstar

admin — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:30:36 +0000

The hotel’s striking futuristic design entry is matched by its amenities. On the 28th floor, as its moniker suggests, is ‘28’: a sky… Read More

Dear Mr. Computer – can we come to your secret dinner party?

admin — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:30:59 +0000

Transient Diner was created to give Sydney a more exciting alternative to normal dining out, while at the same time supporting the… More on Transient Diner

Hatted chefs in the great outdoors

admin — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 04:00:05 +0000

Among the tapas-size tastes of iconic restaurant dishes you’ll be able to sample Jonah’s Alba White Truffle popcorn right here in the… More on Taste of Sydney

Sydney’s only Breakfast Degustation

admin — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 22:21:33 +0000

The inspired breakfast degustation offers way more food than any one person can possibly handle – though I’d certainly make my best… More on Kazbah