Drinks
Is Australian red wine becoming more alcoholic because of climate change?
There has been a general increase in the alcoholic strength of red table wines over the past 20 to 30 years and debate continues as to why.
- Huon Hooke
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Coffee is linked to an increased risk of anxiety. Here’s how to cope
If your morning latte is leaving you feeling anxious, health experts have some advice.
- Hannah Singleton
Does the term ‘fine wine’ refer to a wine’s quality or its texture?
“Fine wine” and “noble” are rather outdated terms and not often heard today, probably because they have a slight whiff of elitism.
- Huon Hooke
No latte art, no espresso machine: This Surrey Hills cafe brews beans the old-fashioned way
At his new venture, The Stovetop Sessions, hospitality veteran Paul Mathis is inviting customers to slow down and smell the coffee.
- Dani Valent
The classic cocktail Melburnians can’t get enough of right now – and where to find the best ones
You can order them frozen, dusty and with a deli cabinet’s worth of garnishes. But don’t mess with the fundamentals, say bartenders.
- Emma Breheny
Are there health benefits to delaying your morning coffee? It depends
Many people say drinking coffee first thing in the morning can interfere with our ability to feel awake and lead to an afternoon crash. But is it really true?
- Alice Callahan
Move over minimalism, these three new bars are colourful, fun and original
One spot is a nostalgic experience for children of the ’70s. Another turns American takeaway dishes into killer bar snacks. None follows the rules.
- Emma Breheny
A bunch of grapes: Why some single-region wines now use fruit from different places
With a finite supply of fruit in historic regions, winemakers may need to look elsewhere for complementary grapes.
- Huon Hooke
A beloved backstreet boozer is reborn, plus five more exciting additions to Fitzroy North
Try a new spin on the pie floater in the front bar of a revamped 1874 pub. Or experience Hyderabadi family recipes in an Indian restaurant.
- Tomas Telegramma
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- Footscray
Fans of fast food, shots and bucking bulls, this problem-plagued Footscray brewpub is for you
To say it’s had its challenges would be an understatement. But this salty slice of Americana delivers on the good times, most of the time.
- Besha Rodell
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