NEW SOUTH WALES

The Dee Why Hotel has officially re-launched following $3million retro revamp. Alongside a complete retro transformation, the upgrades introduce three new areas including Jade’s, a lush greenhouse-inspired bistro named after the Bayfield’s first grandchild and a transformed main bar.

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Maybe Sammy has launched new menu offerings and this time the team has gone cinematic. Showtime is a blockbuster collection of twelve cocktails inspired by cult film and TV moments, rom a Lobby Boy hat gimlet (The Grand Budapest Hotel) to a whiskey sour that unravels like The Shining. Each drink comes with its own short trailer, written and performed by the bartenders themselves.

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Delta Rue has launched their new bottomless lunch, Delta Darlings, for $77pp, the table will be filled with seven dishes. Featuring Sydney rock oysters with cumquat and Champagne vinegar, Yellowfin tuna betel leaf with ginger, green mango and young coconut, chargrilled pork skewers, XO mushroom noodles and other share plates, all matched with 90 minutes of free-pouring Aussie wines.

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Waterfront restaurant Jaaks has reopened after a renovation to transform the fine-diner into a Greek mezedopolio – Greek for tapas – bar featuring ouzotinis and mini souvlakia by new executive chef Arman Uz. The mini souvlakia showcases everything from unique cuts like swordfish belly to kingfish collar and offal like ox tongue, to more popular ones like wagyu rump camp, halloumi and pork belly.

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Mode Kitchen & Bar has relaunched with a new concept at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney. The brand-new dining concept features the best of Australian produce, plus a little theatre at the table – think a signature house-made focaccia and olive oil ritual, house dry-aged and fire-kissed meaty mains, as well as the return of the Four Seasons famous pavlova –enveloped in dramatic smoky swirls of dry ice.

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Parramatta’s Albion Hotel is turning up the volume on family fun with a one-day event that’s set to be a highlight of the spring school holidays. Happening on 12th October, Albion will host its Little Day Out – a jam-packed day of live music, entertainment and family friendly action, headlined by Murray the Red Wiggle. In true Albion style, parents can sit back and relax with a drink or meal from the regular menu with an added bonus – Kids Eat Free with any main meal purchase.

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Chophouse Sydney has launched Spring on the Terrace, a new weekday outdoor terrace bar inviting Sydneysiders to enjoy the warmer weather with great food, drinks and post-work vibes. Running every Monday to Friday from 4pm, the terrace offers a relaxed, walk-in-only setting with a tight line-up of cocktails, beers and small bites. Guests can stay for a quick drink or linger a little longer and head inside for dinner.

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OTTO Ristorante is marking 25 years with a spirited new twist on Italy’s most iconic dessert: Boozy Dolci. A decadent cannoli, infused with a choice of Aperol, Limoncello, Espresso Martini or Nocello, crafted tableside from a roving trolley in Sydney and Brisbane. Available from this month through to summer, Boozy Dolci is playful, indulgent, and distinctly OTTO, the perfect way to toast the restaurant’s milestone while reimagining aperitivo hour.

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Sydney’s North Shore is set to welcome a new era in dining and leisure with the launch of Newgreens Chatswood – a groundbreaking destination that blends modern Italian-inspired cuisine, golf, wellness and community. Opening on 1st October, Newgreens Chatswood is a precinct that houses all types of moments. From its refined Italian restaurant Dodici, health and wellness facility, corporate and function spaces and casual café and bistro named Tempo, there is something for everyone.

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Public House Petersham (PHP), is back with a fresh new look and even more reasons to drop by. As the community continues to evolve, PHP is evolving too – bringing a sun-soaked beer garden, a brand-new kids’ play area, wood-fired pizzas, refreshing spritzes and a packed calendar of events. The revamped venue is the perfect spot for long lunches, family catch-ups and lively nights out with friends.

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ydney’s first full-service restaurant on the water, Solaré will officially launch this October. Housed on a 150-foot classic superyacht, Solaré is a restaurant, cocktail bar, and beach club in one, offering a world-first, resort-style experience on Sydney Harbour. Inspired by long European summers, Solaré combines coastal Italian dining with a seafood focus, world-class cocktails, bold Australian art, and the carefree spirit of Mediterranean leisure across three distinct decks.

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The Woodstock (formerly Carousel Inn), one of western Sydney’s most recognisable pubs will officially re-open on 26th September following a multi-million dollar transformation. With a brand-new look, new outdoor spaces, a family friendly bistro and an events centre, The Woodstock will be the new community heartbeat of Rooty Hill and Sydney’s northwest corridor.

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Bondi’s Ikaria has launched their new Bottomless Brunch. Ikaria is the perfect setting to enjoy a share-style menu that includes standout dishes like creamy burrata with heirloom tomatoes and slow-roasted lamb shoulder. Guests can indulge in the bottomless brunch for $99pp, with the option to upgrade to a cocktail package for an additional $35pp.

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The Star Sydney’s Fat Noodle late nights just turned into all-nighters! The popular, celebrity chef run restaurant, located at The Star Sydney and headed up by Chef Luke Nguyen, is now open 24/7 to satisfy cravings around the clock. For late night guests, they can indulge in fan favourite dishes including the legendary 20-hour Fat Pho Noodles, Laksa, Pad Thai, and more.

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VICTORIA

Two Australian lifestyle icons Papa Salt Gin and Golden Groves Olive Oil have joined forces to reimagine a timeless cocktail: the martini. Available until 16th October, the Mediterranean Martini offers a coastal, savoury twist on the classic with a luxurious Mediterranean finish. More than just a garnish this is a martini redefined. Papa Salt Gin is washed with Golden Groves’ certified organic, cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil, infusing the spirit with a silky texture and nuanced depth that enhances its native botanical blend.

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Pan Pacific Melbourne is bringing back its much-loved Fashion High Tea this Spring Racing Carnival, available from 11th October until 30th November in the Pacific Club Lounge overlooking the Yarra and city skyline. Curated by Executive Chef Trent Whelan and his team, the menu is a celebration of Melbourne’s culinary artistry, from luxe savoury bites and signature scones to couture-inspired desserts sculpted like handbags, gowns and fascinators. Guests can pair their tiers with premium teas or Veuve Clicquot Champagne for an elevated race day experience.

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789 Korean BBQ has officially opened in Melbourne’s CBD, the second of three instalments in an ambitious multi-level dining venture from hospitality experts TS Group. The venue is situated at the same impressive Bourke Street premises as sister-brand YX Hot Pot, and brings a Seoul-inspired, contemporary K-BBQ option to the city.

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The Palace Hotel located in inner Melbourne’s Camberwell, has officially reopened its doors with an all new offering, following an extensive $7.5 million renovation. Transforming upstairs, where guests can linger over share-plates and expertly crafted cocktails, with the restoration of the building offering a charming new space. The new menu, crafted by Executive Chef in Victoria, Tony Moss, features top-quality produce with a focus on sharing and snack-led social food for upstairs, including hand-stretched Roman-style pizza, with downstairs offering classic modern counter meals.

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Yugen Tea Bar is teaming up with Azumi Ishikawa for a unique Ikebana Masterclass and bespoke high tea experience. Join local floral artist Azumi Ishikawa for a 60-minute Ikebana workshop, the Japanese art of flower arranging. The workshop will be followed by a bespoke High Tea experience at YTB – a mindful escape into art, nature, and seasonal beauty.

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Blackbird has officially landed in Melbourne, with dry-aging steaks and a number of premium, value-add menus have just been released at the latest establishment to call Flinders Lane home. Whether you’re looking for a quick-flight lunch-time Burger & Beer in the bar, a premium Express Lunch in the restaurant, an intimate Aperitivo Hour in the cocktail bar’s sunken lounge area, or an after-work Happy Hour to wrap up the working day, there is a different reason to visit every day.

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Hawksburn Village’s beloved Italian restaurant Officina Gastronomica Italiana (OGI) invites diners to escape to Italy with its new Taste & Pour series, celebrating Italian regions through food and wine. OGI will transport diners to the northwest region of Piemonte, with a specially curated set menu, inspired by Head Chef Gabriel Goniglio’s childhood memories of family dinner tables.

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