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There’s something about Sydney dining that just belongs  outdoors. From leafy terraces perched above city streets to harbourfront rooftops designed for golden hour drinks, the city does al fresco better than almost anywhere else. Whether it’s cocktails at sunset, long lunches with friends, or relaxed rooftop dining with a view, these are some of Sydney’s best rooftops bars and terraces worth booking (or discovering) right now. Here's Our List of Sydney’s Best Rooftop Bars &

Looking for that a romantic Valentines Day dinner in Sydney? Here are some special deals by top Sydney Restaurants the 13th and 14th of February. List of Romantic Valentines Day Dinner's in Sydney RAFI North Sydney RAFI North Sydney $140pp | Includes Champagne on arrival RAFI North Sydney sets the tone for a refined Valentine’s evening, perfect for couples who enjoy lingering over beautifully executed food. Head Chef Keith D’Souza’s special menu blends RAFI favourites with ne

This is a roller derby themed play, with music, about a mother and daughter relationship. It's set on a flat oval track and skaters from various roller derby leagues are used to move the pieces of the set on, off and around the floor. 

Bush Tucker Australian Native Ingredients In Modern Times Australian native ingredients have been used for thousands of years, long before they appeared in modern kitchens or gourmet food stores. Today, they’re finding a well-deserved place in everyday cooking, tea rituals, and thoughtful gifting — not as a trend, but as a return to something grounded, nourishing, and distinctly Australian. If you’re curious about native ingredients but unsure where to start, here are a few e

Created and performed by Reuben Kaye Sydney Opera House Concert Hall Photo credit Wendell Teodo Reviewed by Ron Lee, CSP enGORGEd Review – Sydney Opera House Concert Hall The unstoppable Reuben Kaye  performed his latest show, enGORGEd , at the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall .  The tall, good-looking, gay, openly Jewish, cross-dressing, fearless quadruple threat (if you include comedy) presented his biggest show yet, with an 18 piece orchestra and three backing singers.  In

Image Credit: Justin Nicholas Location 25hours Hotel The Olympia Set within the heritage-listed former Olympia Theatre, 25hours Hotel The Olympia  is Sydney’s newest boutique hotel — and the first Australian property for the globally recognised 25hours brand. Opening in October 2025, the hotel sits at the meeting point of Paddington, Surry Hills, Darlinghurst, Kings Cross and Moore Park, placing it firmly in the heart of Sydney’s creative and cultural corridor. Rather than f

Club Amalfi One of Sydney’s most iconic waterfront venues has entered a new chapter, with Watsons Bay Hotel  revealing a $3 million transformation of its Top and Mid Decks. The extensive refurbishment marks one of the most significant upgrades in the hotel’s 190-year history, reimagining how these elevated spaces are used while preserving what has always made them special: uninterrupted views across Sydney Harbour. Bottomless Brunch A thoughtful redesign that celebrates the h

Opera Bar Sydney Two of Sydney’s most recognisable harbourside dining spots have entered a new era, with Applejack  officially taking over Opera Bar  and launching House Canteen , both located beneath the sails of the Sydney Opera House . The change marks the beginning of a 10-year stewardship for Applejack at one of the world’s most iconic cultural landmarks, bringing a refreshed approach to food, music and the overall visitor experience at these harbourside venues. Spring R

Sydney Opera House Seeing a performance at the Sydney Opera House  is one of those memorable Sydney experiences — but where you stay can make a surprisingly big difference to how the night ends. Most shows finish late, crowds funnel out all at once, and public transport around Circular Quay can feel hectic after a major performance. Having accommodation within easy walking distance means you can linger over a post-show drink, avoid packed ferries and trains, and head back to

If you’re looking for something playful, immersive, and a little bit delightfully unhinged, Mad Hatter’s Tea Party brings a dose of Wonderland magic to Sydney with a high-energy circus cabaret experience that invites the audience right into the madness.

What would you call a humorous reimagining of the ballet Swan Lake? Duck Pond of course. We all know the story of the ugly duckling transforming into the graceful swan through one of the most produced ballets in history, along with Pygmalion, My Fair Lady and Hans Christian Anderson’s The Ugly Duckling.

I first began writing this post at the very end of 2018, and it took me weeks to find the courage to finish it. At the time, I worried about what readers might think. How could someone run a blog called Sydney Chic and then leave Sydney?