The Table as Canvas: Australia’s Visionary Christmas Stylists Redefining Festive Tablescapes
DINING Discover Australia’s new Christmas table aesthetic - eucalyptus runners, native florals, handmade ceramics, sun-washed palettes and zero tinsel. Meet the stylists reinventing festive entertaining for the long summer lunch. Get inspired for your table!!
What's On - Events & Specials
Modern Australian $$$$$ Open Now
$9 Happy Hour
Harts Pub, The Rocks
Enjoy Harts Pub $9 Happy Hour Monday–Friday 4:30–6:30pm and Saturday–Sunday 3:30–5:30pm. Sip on $9 house spirits, $9 house wines, and $9 schooners while relaxing in style. Perfect for after-work dr...
European $$$$$ Open Now
Private Dining at Le Salle Dining
Le Salle Dining by Bar Chaplin, Surry Hills
Host your next unforgettable event at Le Salle Dining. Our intimate dining room seats up to 20 guests—ideal for corporate dinners, celebrations, product launches, and more. Enjoy customizable menu ...
Italian $$$$$
New Year's Eve
Bar Lettera, North Sydney
Bar Lettera sets the tone for your New Year’s Eve with a curated three-course dinner and a glass of premium Italian sparkling on arrival. Enjoy shared starters, elegant seafood entrées, your choice...
Italian $$$$$ Open Now
Christmas Cicchetti Celebration — Just $30pp
Bar Morris, Haymarket
Gather your favourite people, settle in around our festive tables, and indulge in seasonal bites made for sharing. Available from 4pm. $30 per person (minimum 2 people) ...
Middle Eastern $$$$$ Open Now
EOY Opening Hours
Shaffa, Surry Hills
The holiday season is upon us. See our holiday hours and gather around our table for a Middle Eastern feast to celebrate: Christmas Eve 24 Dec | from 5.30pm. Christmas Day 25 Dec | Closed. Box...
Bistro $$$$$ Open Now
Signature Dishes
Pickled Monkey Brewing Company, Marrickville
Savour the standout dishes at Pickled Monkey: King prawn & crab sandwiches with mozzarella and pickled chilli, pork tacos with rainbow cabbage, pineapple and jalapeño slaw, pepperoni pizza on a hot...
Pub Food $$$$$
Sunday Live Music
North Annandale Hotel Bistro, Annandale
Enjoy live music every Sunday from 4PM at North Annandale Hotel! Performances take place in “The Fishbowl”, offering a relaxed vibe with stunning views from the main bar. Perfect for unwinding with...
International $$$$$
Say It With Lentil’s Signature Mains
Say it with Lentil, Newtown
Explore Say It With Lentil’s signature mains, where lentils take centre stage in vibrant, flavour-packed dishes. From Black Urad Dal with coconut and The Humble Dal, to Dhokar Dalna and Lentil Meat...
Recommended
Modern Australian $$$$$ Open Now
Avocado Lounge
Brighton Le Sands
It's all about the experience at Avocado Lounge café on Bay Street in Brighton Le Sands. This locally-loved Sydney café oozes charm with banquette seating, potted greenery and shell pendent light f...
Modern Australian $$$$$
The Fairmont Restaurant
Sydney CBD
Located in the centre of Sydney’s CBD in the Occidental Hotel, The Fairmont Restaurant on York Street is the ideal location for client meetings, long power lunches or an after-work celebration. Fin...
Modern Australian $$$$$
The Strangers’ Restaurant at NSW Parliament House
Sydney CBD
Dining at Strangers’ Restaurant, on Macquarie Street in the heart of Sydney, takes diners on a fascinating journey through history, tracing the evolution of dining practices and food trends, along ...
Modern Australian $$$$$
Door Knock
Sydney CBD
Door Knock is a hidden underground haven designed for those who love a little mystery with their night out. Tucked away behind an unassuming entrance, the bar opens into a warm, dimly lit space fil...
Asian $$$$$
Uncle Ming's Bar
Sydney CBD
Located on York Street in Sydney, Uncle Ming’s Bar is a hidden basement escape inspired by the intrigue and charm of old-world Asia. Warm lighting, rich timber and moody corners create an intimate ...
Japanese $$$$$
Yama
Sydney CBD
Tucked neatly on the second floor at the northern end of the Queen Victoria Building, Yama on George Street in Sydney’s CBD, is where you can enjoy delicious Japanese food, an extensive range of te...
Cafe $$$$$
Dutch Smuggler Coffee Metro Martin Place
East Sydney
Located on Elizabeth Street in Sydney’s CBD, Dutch Smuggler Coffee is a specialty coffee roastery and café bringing creativity and bold flavour to the city’s bustling heart. Known for its expertly ...
Italian $$$$$
Margot Osteria
Sydney CBD
With a custom-built open Basque grill at the heart of the kitchen, Margot Osteria on Barrack Street in the middle of Sydney’s CBD offers a modern twist on classic grilling techniques, delivering an...
Kitchens
The Cold Course Comeback: When Entrées Are Cooler Than the Main
Discover the rise of chilled, prep-ahead entrées - from marinated mussels to cured trout with finger lime. Explore how cool, vibrant starters elevate lunch service while keeping the kitchen calm an...
The Long Lunch Drinks Cart: The Ideal Line-up for a Four-hour Feast
Create the perfect long lunch drinks cart with bubbles, serve-yourself cocktail stations, clever glassware hacks and tips on what not to serve at 1 pm. Elevate your four-hour feast with effortless ...
Australia on a Plate: Regional Ingredients for a Truly Local Lunch
Discover native and regional Australian ingredients for a truly local lunch - smoked kangaroo prosciutto, desert lime vinaigrettes, bush tomato condiments and more. Tips to source, pair and plate f...
No Tree, No Problem – Inside the New Wave of Minimalist Christmas Decorating That’s Still a Vibe
Discover the beauty of a tree-free Christmas. From natural textures to mindful design, explore the minimalist decorating trend bringing warmth, elegance and effortless festive vibes to modern homes...
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