Ilaria Sanzari
Contributor | Urban List, Sydney, NSW
An avid traveller and eager taster of all cuisines, Ilaria is passionate about making her home in Sydney feel as adventurous and exciting as an overseas vacation—working with Urban List has been her ticket to achieving this.
When she’s not writing and reading and producing (and… writing some more), she’s five tabs deep into researching the best new thing to drag her friends along to.
Whether it be a just-opened restaurant with a culinary twist, or the newest foreign film that's snuck its way into Aussie cinemas, Ilaria is keen to see it and even more eager to share the news.
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Perth Airport’s Upgrading Big In 2026: A New Hotel And More Flights
Perth has just laid out its Perth Airport Master Plan 2026, meaning your next flight could be a whole lot smoother and more glamorous if you plan your schedule just right.
Brewtown Upper Hutt: 2025 Guide to Craft Beer & More
Planning a trip to Wellington? Here’s everything you need to know about Brewtown: breweries, food, events, and opening hours.
Where To Watch the NRL Grand Final in Sydney
The NRL grand final is kicking off on Sunday 5 October at Accor Stadium, bringing intense Aussie energy and entertainment to the big screen. With Teddy Swims headlining the game's entertainment, here are the best pubs and spots to get the full, energised experience.
Coffee Raves: Sydney’s New AM Party Scene Explained
Forget late nights—Sydney’s new rave culture runs on caffeine. Here are all the details on coffee raves and where to experience the city’s morning party scene.
Warringah Freeway Upgrade Sydney: Closures, Delays & Insider Tips
The Warringah Freeway Upgrade project is under construction to make that post-work nightmare of chock-a-block traffic disappear for Sydneysiders. While it's still in progress, we’ve put together the must-know details of road closures and changes to read before your next buckle-up.
Sydney Streets Is Bringing All-Day Fun To Our Saturday Social Scene
These Sydney Streets events are bringing one-day pop-ups to select Saturdays of November 2025 and March 2026, where local neighbourhood roads will be closed for driving and opened for heavy mingling, casual taste-testing, and plenty of vibrant entertainment.
Olivia Dean Down Under Again: 2026 Australia and NZ Tour Announced
Olivia Dean is returning Down Under in October 2026 to kick off our spring season with her honey-sweet vocals and soul-filled lyrics. Touring her upcoming album The Art of Loving, the singer has just announced her Australia and New Zealand tour dates. Here are all the details.
Pistachio Is Everywhere: 12 Sydney Desserts Worth Chasing
Pistachio has been climbing the ladder of the world’s favourite nutty ingredients, and Sydney is abundant with desserts featuring this trending flavour. We’ve put together a list of the best pistachio spots for top taste and green-hued aesthetics.
The Best Things To Do For Father’s Day In Sydney In 2025
Father’s Day 2025 is right around the corner on Sunday 7 September. If your plans are still in the air, then fret not, because Sydney has plenty of great restaurants, activities and events to help you celebrate.
Changing Tides Festival Is Bringing Massive Sound Waves to South Sydney
Changing Tides musical festival is set to be as big as ever this November 2025. With huge headliners Sam Fender and Noah Cyrus, along with local Aussie rockstars, this festival is bringing intense beats, colourful lights and energised action to South Sydney.
Sydney Marathon 2025 Is Running This Weekend: Here’s How It Will Affect The City
The TCS Sydney Marathon 2025 is running through Sydney's most scenic sites this weekend—here's how to get there, road closure info, and public transport changes to be aware of.
Ethiopian Food Is Getting Hot In Sydney: Here’s Where To Try Some
We've had our fair share of pasta and crudo recently—and Ethiopian food is stepping up to the plate. Here’s a quick rundown of the best close-to-home spots where you can get a spicy mouthful, and shake up your dine-out routine.
Ding-Dong! The Book Of Mormon Musical Returns To Sydney’s Door
The Book of Mormon is back at Sydney’s doorstep to bring award-winning music and hysterical laughter in two-and-a-half-hour doses.
Felons Seafood Brings Australia’s Coldest Beer And Freshest Catches To Manly Wharf
Felons Seafood is now open on Manly Wharf, welcoming guests to dine on freshly caught Australian fish and the country’s coldest lager. An extension of Felons Brewing Co., the centre of this restaurant proudly features a 360-degree bar with Felons beer poured straight from the tap.
This Winter Festival Is Bringing Real Snow And A Toboggan Slide To Sydney
Sydney is no longer a snow-less city this winter, with Greenwood Hotel hosting 10 days of winter wonderland fun from Friday 27 June until Sunday 6 July.