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Best In Town: Top 8 Things To Do In August

The top things to do in Sydney & Melbourne this month.

07/25

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Written by Rebecca Beaton

WHAT TO DO IN NSW

 

Hacienda has launched their new cosmic cocktail menu inspired by each zodiac sign. With each of the 12 star signs is brought to life through a bespoke cocktail creation that captures the personality of each sign. Plus, on Friday evenings, a tarot reader will be ready to reveal your fate (and maybe your next round).

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On 10th August, The Golden Sheaf in Double Bay is once again the go-to post-race destination as City2Sheaf (City2Surf), with doors opening bright and early at 8am for the very first time! Whether running, cheering, or just chasing the energy of Sydney’s biggest fun run, City2Sheaf is the perfect place to recover, recharge and celebrate. Expect an all-day party packed with live DJs from 10am, brunch-style eats, icy drinks (hello, Balter XPA and 2-for-$30 Vodka Red Bulls), and even complimentary massages courtesy of 3 Minute Angels.

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Henry Deane has launched an insatiable new food and drinks menu to celebrate its 10th birthday. The much-loved venue, located atop Hotel Palisade at Millers Point and boasting one of the city’s best views of Sydney Harbour, is embarking on an exciting new era, one decade on from when it first opened. Featuring Vegemite-infused and prosciutto-topped cocktails, Jerusalem artichokes and lightly-seared swordfish just to name a few.

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A Waterfront South East Asian Oasis Rasā House has opened in the Heart of Rose Bay. The menu, developed by a team of chefs from India, Nepal and Indonesia, draws on regional traditions rather than fusion. Each dish is rooted in place and memory, shaped by Vinay’s travels through Mumbai, Berlin, Morocco and beyond.

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WHAT TO DO IN VIC

 

Tokyo Tina is turning up the heat this winter with the return of its cult favourite, Club Ramen. Back by popular demand and hotter than ever, the Windsor favourite will be dishing up three slurp-worthy ramen flavours every Wednesday evening until the end of winter.

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High Cheese has returned to Allegro Restaurant and this year is guided by the culinary precision of The Westin Melbourne’s Executive Chef Apoorva Kunte. With each tier thoughtfully composed to highlight bold flavour, balance and technique, the selections have been curated by The Studd Siblings, Australia’s most respected cheese authorities, to the bright, elegant wines of Yarra Valley’s Zonzo Estate, every element has been crafted with care and intention to create an immersive experience that celebrates texture, provenance and artistry.

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Happening on 14th August, the Melbourne Museum is holding it’s monthly Nocturnal night. An after-hours experience where adults can wander the two levels of exhibitions spanning science, culture, nature, art and history, a full program of themed talks and tours and a special line-up of music and fun activities just for adults, you’ll never run out of things to talk about.

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The Melbourne International Film Festival will be happening from 7th to 24th August and will be boasting a program more than 275 flicks deep. This year’s lineup includes Kristen Stewart’s directorial debut, new Aussie Horror, a Jimmy Barnes documentary and 270-plus other titles.

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