Drinks
If cutting out alcohol completely is unrealistic, raise a glass to ‘damp’ drinking
Conscious, mindful or damp – whatever you call it, drinking in moderation, or not at all, has never been more appetising.
- Katie Spain
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Why it’s so hard to get a coffee in Brisbane after 3pm
Afternoon caf-fiends are out of luck at most cafes around town – but we’ve found places where you can still get a quality cuppa after 3pm.
- Nick Dent
- Opinion
- Coffee
You can’t order hot chocolate as an adult, and other unspoken coffee rules
Your daily beverage sends a message about who you are as a person, and it can’t be: “I want a cute sweet treat in a cup.”
- Thomas Mitchell
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“Fine wine” and “noble” are rather outdated terms and not often heard today, probably because they have a slight whiff of elitism.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
