Food & Drink

Depending on how you’re counting, The Fortune of War in The Rocks is the oldest pub in Sydney. Now, after almost 200 years of serving Sydney beers on the site, it’s reopened for winter 2025 after a major revamp, with a new bistro and a makeover of its upstairs accommodation.

The food news has been coming in thick and fast in Melbourne, and to make sure that you're across Melbourne's food and bev movements, we've wrapped up everything that you need to know in a handful of digestible servings.

Roll up, roll up. It’s time for this week’s New Zealand food news. Hot off the press (or should we say, toastie press) are all the tasty tidbits you need to know. 

To make sure that you're on top of all the tasty things happening in Sydney, we've wrapped up everything that you need to know right here.

Bali's food scene has exploded in recent years, becoming a top destination for culinary enthusiasts. Discover the best restaurants to book in Bali, as selected by our travel editor, updated for January 2025.

Time for a cheeky trip filled with sunshine, salty skin and some of the most divine clifftop and beachside bars.

Sure—the sights and sounds of Seminyak can be slightly overwhelming, but this bustling hub is serving up some serious spots this year worth the chaos.

Adelaide—and all of South Australia alike—have skyrocketed their way to some of the country's hottest culinary merits thanks to their stunner local produce, homegrown talent and some gutsy big openings.

It’s almost impossible to keep up to date on all of Brisbane's foodie news, so to make it easy, we've rounded up all the updates you need to know.

The vibes in Noosa are immaculate and the dishes are bucket list-worthy.

Recently, Lady Gaga graced Maxwell Food Centre with her presence while on tour in Singapore. For the best cheap eats, honestly best food you can find in Singapore AND a chance to maybe see Lady Gaga, make a beeline for these best hawkers centres in Singapore.

With so much Perth food news going down it's easy to miss a thing or two, but luckily we've got you covered. Here's all the Perth food news you missed this week.

How untrained and unorthodox home cooks are ushering in a new wave of food enthusiasts.

Sandy McIntyre is the actor, writer, producer and model making waves across Australia’s creative scene. We picked their brains on the best of what to do in Sydney this winter season. 

Hugely popular American chicken wing chain Wingstop will open the doors to its first Australian location in Kings Cross.

If there’s one person who knows how to make the most of a weekend in Sydney, it’s the powerhouse NRLW player, sharp-witted commentator, and podcast co-host Millie Elliott. 

From rainforests to art deco terrace homes, treat yourself to a retreat among picturesque surroundings this Easter. 

Espresso bar by day, wine bar by night, Scarborough's latest, Little Wave, is bringing Mediterranean influences to the sandy strip. 

To understand Texas, you need to eat your way through it. And thanks to this guide, you'll know exactly where to go when you take the holy trip down to the Lone Star State.

Hendrick’s Sunset Cinema is making its highly anticipated return to Tanjong Beach from 8 to 25 May 2025.

Whether you’d prefer fluffy clouds of kakigori melting in your mouth or a succulent piece of tonkatsu, these Tokyo restaurants have you covered.

So you'll never have to eat out again. Kind of.

Ah, France, the nation of l’amour, exceptional fromage and striped bretons; it’s the world’s most travelled to destination for good reason.

Here's your ultimate Eat, Play, Stay guide to the Barossa Valley with Andy Allen.

How far would you drive for some Sizzler-style cheese toast? 'Cos we're happy to spend an hour heading up to the Blackwood Hotel for a little slice of nostalgia and a frosty pint to match.

From curated lists of the very best cinematic music moments to coveted playlists emulating every major hip artist you need to know about right now, this line-up is a sure-fit for any kind of gathering.

Whether you’re planning a first date, an anniversary, or a sweet surprise for your special someone, organising a date that makes them swoon (and scores you some serious brownie points) is always a win.

Crabzilla has entered the chat. Ministry of Crab has just opened on Flinders Lane and we're here to get our bib on, meet our crab and indulge in some champagne.

Perth has just claimed its very own coastal oasis within the CBD, welcoming Light Years - an Asian Bar and Diner pushing the boundaries of typical Asian dining with a unique setting and menu.

Whether you prefer A-list cocktails next to the world’s most famous infinity pool, sipping on casual armchair beers while watching an indie film, or just want to fling back a TGIF drink to wash away the week's stress, here are the best rooftop bars in Singapore.

Wine that’s good for the planet AND your palate? Now that’s something worth raising a glass to.

Simon Rogan's flagship restaurant will pop up again in Sydney for six weeks in 2025.

Between some seriously breathtaking natural gems, uber-exciting eats, and a range of stays to satisfy all kinds, Townsville has quickly become one of the country's best places to explore this year. 

Winter just got cheesier. From 15 May to 22 June 2025, Fed Square transforms into a snow-dusted French alpine village for Fondue Chalet—the city’s most indulgent winter pop-up from the team behind Melbourne’s cult-favourite Raclette Igloo.

Solaré will function like a normal, three-level Sydney restaurant and bar—just on the water. 

Go behind the scenes of LA's biggest icons to explore the other side of the city of angels.

Staying in is having a serious moment, and dinner parties are getting a glow-up this year. 

From sleek Tokyo inspired bars to yokocho style strips to fusion omakases, Japanese cuisine has well and truly taken Perth by storm in recent years. The latest is Izakaya Tori’s new Mt Lawley outpost. 

Every foodie knows that Singapore is a culinary epicentre—thanks to its innovative restaurants, award-winning bars, and hawker centres boasting Michelin awards. But beyond the usual food haunts, there’s a bucket list-worthy gastronomic experience you’ll want to get familiar with—supper clubs!

An Aussie-born chef and Singapore local, Peter Smit has carved a unique place for himself with his nose-to-tail cooking style. We followed the Dirty Supper chef-owner, to uncover what he does to decompress when he's out of the kitchen and off the clock.

Embracing the essence of Euro summer, we’ve partnered with the grazing board gurus at Sandhurst to add a dose of la dolce vita to your arvo plans this month.

Amid Margaret River's many incredible wineries, a chic wine bar that brings together the best of the region feels like the missing link. Enter Strange Brew, a brand new wine bar and bottleshop set to open down south in coming weeks and offering vino on tap and charcuterie share plates.

This destination diner in the Southern Grampians is the very essence of local, Victorian dining. And it doesn't hurt that the surrounds are stunning.

Forget ordering pizza to your neighbourhood bar/bottleshop combo. Benchwarmer has completely smashed the mould on what to expect by installing an izakaya inside their craft beer haven.

Arguably Melbourne's best restaurant, and the one with the best view, Vue de Monde has seen some incredible chefs through its doors. But current executive chef Hugh Allen has achieved quite a lot in his 29 years and counting, and now he can add restaurateur to his resume. 

Acclaimed Melbourne chef and restaurateur Shane Delia is bringing Middle Eastern flavours to Brisbane with the opening of Layla.

With almost 50 stalls serving 25 cuisines, the multi-million-dollar, 3000-square-metre Hay St Market is Sydney’s newest foodie destination in the heart of the Paddy’s Markets precinct in Chinatown.

Whether laid-back tiki vibes, family-friendly fun or golden-hour glamour is your scene, these Sentosa beach clubs have got you covered. 

 From fresh to fried, whatever you're in the mood for, Fiji's got you.

It's the counter-culture can and cocktail bar meets metal speakeasy that's just landed in Perth (with a mighty burnout baptism to welcome it to the neighbourhood). DEADBEAT is a callback to the subcultures of the 80s and 90s, bringing metal mayhem to the CBD.

To help you order right, we’ve compiled a must-eat guide for Singapore's best street food.

Whether you have a couple of hours airside transiting to your next destination or you’re lucky enough to make a day of it in Jewel, we’ve sorted your next layover at Changi Airport in Singapore.

While a trip to the Swan Valley can often mean battling the boozed-up party buses, don't let that scare you off. There are some seriously exceptional dining experiences to be had!

Chef and food advocate Simone Watts has done it all—cooked, farmed and travelled the world—and now she’s landed at Barragunda Dining on the Mornington Peninsula, transforming the way we think about food. 

American pizza party legends Chuck E. Cheese are finally headed to Australia - and in good news for Perth’s many pizza lovers (we see you, we love you) their very first store is headed to the west coast.

Tucked away on Tasmania's picturesque East Coast is Devil's Corner winery. This is the kind of place you drive past wistfully, wondering if you have time to stop in. We're telling you, you need to make the time.

Erin is a relaxed wine bar and restaurant inside Gelato Messina's GQ in Marrickville.

To celebrate tall things Aperol (and the la dolce vita that comes with it), Subiaco will once again transform into a Euro-inspired playground with the return of Subi Spritz, the 10-day festival bringing spritz-fuelled fun to Subi. 

When you've maxed out your little treat budget for the week, recreating your fave over-the-top coffee at home can be the next best thing.

As the vibrant capital of Japan, Tokyo pulsates with an energy that is truly unparalleled.

As the action revs up on the track, we'll show you how to ace the off-track scene

Expect a three-course meal, inventive minty cocktails, wine and conversation cards to get to know your new mates.

Ahead of International Women's Day on Saturday 8 March, we chatted with the powerhouse trio of ladies leading one of Australia's hottest restaurants right now.

Rotto's new family-friendly retreat, The Lodge Wadjemup, is now open on the island, where considered design and elevated hospitality take centre stage, and winter getaways are equally appealing as the warm weather ones. 

Here’s the top shelf Brisbane openings we’re most looking forward to checking out this year (so far).

These are the best restaurants and cafes on Tamborine Mountain to elevate your next hinterland trip in 2025.

Though long viewed as a luxury destination—cue over indulgence and splashing of cash—Waiheke is literally awash in great options to have you out and about and enjoying the land in many different ways, all without breaking the bank.

Today’s diners are more intentional, discerning, and value-driven than ever. They’re eating out more frequently, but scrutinising every dollar, expecting premium experiences without the premium price tag.

From the team behind Meelup Farmhouse, ilma Beach House has arrived in Bunker Bay, bringing Mediterranean charm and a feast of locally inspired dishes to Western Australia’s stunning South West coast.

There’s a reason Jackalope on the Mornington Peninsula is on everyone’s bucket list: from its stunning grounds to unique architectural design, moody black colour palette or funky bar and restaurant, the hotel is the very definition of a luxury stay.

The restaurant is bringing big, authentic Roman flavours to Perth’s northern suburbs, and they’ve got the heritage to back it up.

Renowned for dishing up authentic tacos so good you have to book a table well in advance to dine on them, Hawthrone's Cartel Del Taco is opening a second location in New Farm.

Transform your at-home dough into crispy culinary perfection with these pizza ovens.

Making coffee at home? Let these top-tier machines do the hard work for you—or inspire your passion for amazing coffee even more. 

Beyond the parade and the parties, here's our hit list to help you dial up the vibes during Sydney Mardi Gras.

Summer might be coming to a close, but there’s no need to go thirsty.

It’s time to get down and dirty, because brat weekend is finally here. Okay, technically it's Laneway weekend, but really it’s Charli XCX’s world and we’re all just living it. We know Charli will be hungry for a feed after her set, so here’s all the brattiest food around Perth we’d recommend to her.

Bringing a bold new take on modern Mexican, the pop up bar is an electric pink paraiso of ostentatious decor and tequila-based cocktails. This is Mexicana glamour, a taqueria by way of the pastel pink lined street of Palm Strings and the glowing neon strips of Miami, a venue that invites you to sip on margaritas til the early hours.

Come the end of February, now one but two dining venues will call the Kangaroo Point Bridge home.

Cibaria is Manly’s new Italian restaurant, cafe and gelateria by the busy Sydney chef.

A little older, a little wiser, a little more worldly, Lil’s Rooftop Bar has landed on the west end of Murray Street.

We love a fancy wine list as much as the next person, but you know what we’re loving more at the moment? Saving our hard-earned cash (special thanks to the cozzie livs). Going out can be a major indulgence these days—and we obvi love getting out and about—but sometimes we need to put our budgeting hats on.

From anniversaries and honeymoons, to family reunions and birthdays, there’s one special spot that caters for every important milestone—Singapore.

Step into the Year of the Snake, a time for wisdom, transformation and new beginnings - the exact inspiration we need as we delve our way into 2025.

Sail through the slew of new year birthdays and anniversaries with these tips for budget-friendly celebrating.

Sustainable living starts with small, impactful changes, so who better to inspire us than our fave eco-friendly cafes leading the charge? 

An early look at Lupe’s Cerveceria, a discotheque-meets-taqueria ode to the faded cantinas of Guadalajara, Jalisco and Santiago de Tequila.

Here's what's open on the 27 January public holiday in Brisbane. 

Steeped in culture and brimming with world-class hotels, Michelin-starred street eats, a vibing nightlife and sun-kissed islands, Singapore is worthy of so much more than just a few hours between flights.

Cafe Freda’s was set to close in Darlinghurst on Saturday 1 March—but they’re reopening in April inside Chippendale pub The Abercrombie.

We sent Lucky Dragon Supper Club’s Stephanie Feher on her first trip to Singapore—to pick up top tips and tricks for navigating the bustling hawker scene. 

At this time of year, who wants to spend a long shift in the kitchen sweating it out?

We wanted to really find out what constitutes a good burger, so we asked the masterminds behind some of our faves. It turns out that there’s a bit of a theme—a secret ingredient if you will—to all of the burgers we know and love.

We asked travel writer Carmen Jenner to share the places and spaces she can't get enough of in Singapore. 

Discover the best bars in Hobart for 2025, from cozy whisky lounges to vibrant cocktail spots and speakeasies. Sip on Tasmania's finest spirits and enjoy the ultimate night out in this charming city.

We'll show you how to ace the off-court scene by serving up Melbourne's best during the Australian Open

A 130-year-old building in the city will soon be home to a four-level dining destination.

We had to ask Tanuki's general manager Joong Charpentier the secret to his success—and the answer might surprise you.

Elevate your Hong Kong dining experience at these top-tier restaurants and hawkers markets.

Craving pasta? Burgers? Chinese? No matter what your cuisine preferences are, you’re guaranteed to find it there, which makes it the ultimate foodie destination.

Hobart is Tasmania's culinary capital, offering world-class food, wine, and art. Discover the 17 of the best restaurants in Hobart to try in 2025, from quick bites to fine dining.

From thrilling theme parks and a captivating entertainment calendar to world-class dining and a choice of six luxury hotels, Resorts World Sentosa has it all.

We all have memories of traversing the empty foyer of South Yarra's Jam Factory to head to the cinema, but no more. The iconic precinct has officially closed to make way for a $2.75 billion redevelopment which will see it become a massive shopping and dining hub that will land somewhere between Collins Street in the CBD, and Chadstone Shopping Centre—bougie.

From snack-sized stocking fillers to show-stopping kitchen essentials, here's our list of gifts sure to please the discerning foodie in your life.

We spoke to Lune Croissanterie founder Kate Reid on bringing Lune to Sydney, and her favourite sweet treats in town.

If your dream getaway features an itinerary brimming with delicious food recs, then we’ve got seven truly tasty Southeast Asian destinations worth cashing in your annual leave for. 

Hosting the perfect get-together needn't be a stressful gig

We’ve sussed out some seriously tasty (and super easy) prawn recipes that will have your mates mistaking you for a Masterchef contestant with your epic skills in the kitchen.

Brunch has finally grown up and taken over where dinner is failing us. 

Ah, Roma, who can resist the everlasting charm of the Eternal City? It’s a place where you’ll find old-world beauty at every turn, endless museums to explore, so many spirits to be sipped and cacio e pepe is always on the menu.

Achingly cool, the world’s fashion capital Milano, is a nonnegotiable stop when planning your next European getaway.

Find out how to score a trip to Italy, valued at $8K.

A four-day feast with some of the country’s best winemakers and chefs is pouring, playing, popping and cooking its way into our cals this November. 

Ready to book your next holiday on miles? Download the app and discover all the ways you can get the best bang—and miles—for your buck. 

We had a yarn with Gareth Whitton about the top Aussie dessert businesses and pop-ups that he believes are redefining the world of all things sweet.

Robots delivering dishes, lab-grown meat and 3D-printed veggies—imaginations run wild when thinking about the future of food.

The International is a three-part dining destination opening in Martin Place in November 2024.

Once upon a time, dinner was enough. You came, you saw, you ate, you drank. Now? Well, it’s an endless adventure with wild possibilities.

While Melbourne might be best known for its laneway bar culture, in Los Angeles some of the coolest hangouts are hidden sky high.

So what is it about these little shops—some of which have been operating longer than most readers have been buying mortadella—that are so very captivating?