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‘Nothing over $30’: Kings Cross drinks guru defies tough times to open surprising new bar
David Spanton’s clever new venture on Bayswater Road proves luxury can also be affordable.
- Scott Bolles
- Exclusive
- Melbourne icon
A Carlton North favourite is shutting its doors after more than two decades
Chef Adrian Richardson’s restaurant has been praised for its consistency, dry-aged steaks and house-made smallgoods. So why turn off the lights?
- Tomas Telegramma
- Collection
- Wine bars
10 new neighbourhood wine bars to cosy up in this winter
The charming little wine bar has entered its golden era in Melbourne. Here are 10 new ones to while away the chilly winter afternoons and evenings in.
A hot French bistro and a late-night Italian are closing, but not for reasons you might expect
Development is impacting several Sydney dining favourites including Bistrot 916 and Big Poppa’s.
- Scott Bolles
The Herald column that turned 40 this week served with a cease and desist over its name
For the past four decades, Short Black has charted the rise of Sydney’s food and lifestyle scene.
- Scott Bolles
Guy Grossi’s late-night bar reopens – serving the cult spaghetti dish worth staying up for
Venture down the laneway behind Grossi Florentino for playful Italian snacks and inventive cocktails by a Lake House Daylesford alum until 1am.
- Tomas Telegramma
Top Sydney chefs take over food court for ’90s throwback party (and remix tuck shop treats)
Try fancy snacks − including this take on a vanilla slice − from star bakers and chefs, with arcade games, club bangers and Midori splice cocktails.
- Bianca Hrovat
- Exclusive
- Restaurant news
Food legend Kylie Kwong to close Lucky Kwong and step away from restaurants
After 30 years pioneering a new style of Chinese cuisine, Kwong is ready to move on to her next chapter. But first? A well-earned break.
- Ardyn Bernoth
Bored of sushi rolls? This alternative is healthier, fresher, cheaper and gaining popularity
Japan’s “soul food” is creeping onto Sydney cafe menus. And these rice balls have a few bonuses that our beloved handrolls don’t.
- Emma Breheny and Bianca Hrovat
Love sushi rolls? Try onigiri, the lunchtime upgrade that’s sweeping Melbourne
Japan’s “soul food” is creeping onto cafe menus and into convenience store fridges in Melbourne — and these rice balls have a few bonuses that our beloved handrolls don’t.
- Emma Breheny