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As more Australians embrace alcohol-free living, the range of non-alcoholic wines available continues to grow. Whether you're the designated driver, taking a break from alcohol, or simply looking for a lighter alternative, there are now more options than ever to enjoy a wine-style experience without the alcohol. Recently, I had the opportunity to sample two alcohol-free wines available through Sans Drinks, an Australian retailer specialising in non-alcoholic beverages. The fi

Just a couple of hours north of Sydney, the Hunter Valley is one of Australia’s best-known wine regions and an easy gourmet escape from the city. Famous for its Semillon, Shiraz, rolling vineyard landscapes and long lunches, the region is ideal for a day trip whether you’re celebrating with friends, planning a romantic getaway or simply wanting someone else to do the driving. One of the best things about booking a guided Hunter Valley wine tour from Sydney is that you can rel

Crystalbrook Kingsley Newcastle Award-Winning Hotel Set within Newcastle’s iconic former Council Administration Centre, Crystalbrook Kingsley blends striking architecture with contemporary luxury in the heart of the city. The award-winning hotel has become one of Newcastle’s most sophisticated stays, known for its design-led interiors, harbour views and elevated dining experiences. Guests can move seamlessly from rooftop cocktails at Romberg’s to dinner at Roundhouse before r

A glam function venue has opened in the Sydney suburb of Redfern in an area that formerly had a reputation for violence. The modern, expansive new development has gentrified the precinct and Saltbox is leading the reinvention. The layout is versatile, the atmosphere is welcoming and the staff have been well trained. However, the most outstanding features are the points of difference and the food. There's an Italian prosciutto machine that needs a license to operate. At

Sydney’s dining scene is about to welcome one of the most exciting names in global gastronomy, as Gaggan Anand brings his boundary-pushing culinary experience to Crown Sydney for a strictly limited series this autumn. Widely recognised as the visionary behind Bangkok’s celebrated Gaggan, recently ranked number one in Asia and among the world’s top ten restaurants, Anand has built a reputation for redefining modern Indian cuisine. His approach goes far beyond traditional fine

Horizontal Festival returns to Centennial Vineyards in Bowral this October Long Weekend with a culinary program centred around fire, flavour, and moments of connection. Wine and food lovers mark your diary for 2 to 4 October 2026 , as the vineyard estate once again hosts a thoughtfully curated event featuring food, wine, music, and art, highlighted this year by the arrival of Francis Mallmann. The Argentine chef, internationally renowned for his expertise in open flame coo

Linla is a captivating new Taiwanese social dining bar that promises to transport guests on a culinary journey. Nestled in the former home of the bar Dead Ringer, this exciting venture is the brainchild of Taiwanese-born, Sydney-based restaurateur and mixologist, Charles Chang. Chang, the founder of the neighbouring Japanese fusion venue Moku and a former Top 100 finalist in the Diageo World Class Competition, has blended Taiwanese hospitality with pan-Asian social dining to

Bouillon L’Entrecôte At a time when much of Sydney’s hospitality scene is pivoting, rebranding or retreating, Bouillon L’Entrecôte is doing the opposite. The Circular Quay favourite is expanding, unveiling a new 30-seat extension on 14 February 2026. Located in Quay Quarter Lanes , just steps from Sydney Harbour, Bouillon L’Entrecôte opened in 2022 as Sydney’s first bouillon-style restaurant. Bridging the space between bistro and brasserie, it quickly built a reputation for

Photo Credit: Steven Woodburn One of Paddington’s most enduring pubs has officially reopened its doors — and it’s done so with heart, history and a very good pizza oven. The Captain Cook Hotel reopened on 11 February following a thoughtful, heritage-led regeneration by hospitality group Bird & Bear , who took custodianship of the historic venue in December 2025. Known for operating community-focused pubs that balance strong identity with genuine inclusivity, the group also s

Some lunches are memorable for the company, others for the food. At Totti’s Bondi, it’s both. Today Sean, Em, Andrew and I settled in for a long, leisurely Italian lunch in Totti’s light-filled courtyard, surrounded by olive trees and that unmistakable Bondi hum. The kind of place where you arrive hungry, order generously, and let the afternoon unfold. The table filled quickly, starting with the much-loved wood-fired bread—warm, salty and impossible to stop tearing into. Burr