Author Archives: LBV Le Bon Vivant

Morrison’s (formally The Morrison Oyster Room and Bar) has emerged from an exciting renovation, unveiling a timeless Oyster Bar & Grill concept, transformed into a beautiful space with a welcoming atmosphere. Signature oysters, hand-selected in-house aged beef, and exceptional well-known classics are at the heart of this iconic CBD destination. Exuding casual elegance with anContinue reading “Morrison’s Unveils Transformation: Welcome to Morrison’s Oyster Bar & Grill”

As the universal month of love approaches, NOMAD Group is in the mood to celebrate Valentine’s Day throughout February. Launching the ‘Things We Love’ campaign, NOMAD is showing love to their extended family; their favourite suppliers. The celebrations will see NOMAD Sydney and NOMAD Melbourne partner with the groups’ cherished producers to bring guests aContinue reading “NOMAD Sydney and Melbourne launch ‘Things We Love’ campaign for the month of February”

Whether your idea of Valentine’s Day is spaghetti or salsa, margaritas or margherita, or Heiße Liebe – ‘hot love’ dessert, Bar Patrón, Fratelli Fresh, Munich Brauhaus and The Bavarian restaurants in Sydney are the perfect date destinations on Wednesday 14th February. Enjoy some flirtatious feasting at Fratelli Fresh with a five-course set menu ($79 perContinue reading “Feel The Love This Valentine’s Day at Bar Patrón, Fratelli Fresh, Munich Brauhaus and The Bavarian”

Spice Temple is embracing the Chinese custom of ushering in fortuitous times with special feasts of auspicious dishes planned for the coming Lunar New Year celebrations. Executive Chef of Spice Temple Sydney and Melbourne Andy Evans and Melbourne Head Chef Maggie Chan have curated special banquet menus to celebrate the Year of the Dragon, whichContinue reading “Spice Temple welcomes in Year of The Dragon with Chinese New Year Feast of Auspicious Dishes”

Restaurants, both very good and bad, open and close every day, so why did we feel so affected when One Penny Red (OPR) announced it was closing its doors after ten years? Well, for starters, it redefined the boundaries and expectations for an inner city restaurant – not only in terms of its food andContinue reading “Farewell to One Penny Red”

Sydneysiders and visitors ringing in the New Year in the Harbour City are invited to celebrate at Bar Patrón or Munich Brauhaus, which are in the heart of the action. Make It A Mexican CelebrationSoak up the feel-good vibes and fiesta atmosphere in the stunning Mexican hacienda-inspired Bar Patrón, overlooking Circular Quay with front-seat viewsContinue reading “Indulge in a Mexican or Munich inspired NYE”

This Summer Embark On An Unforgettable Culinary Journey of Intimate Chef-Led Dining In Melbourne This summer, Akaiito, the fine dining Japanese restaurant in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, unveils its new dining concept, ‘Omakase at Your Table’ – a chef led experience from a team of expert Robatayaki & Sushi Chefs. The offering will be brought to life with twoContinue reading “Japanese Fine Dining Restaurant, Akaiito Unveils its ‘Omakase at Your Table’ Offering”

New dishes and summer cocktails hit the harbourside menu Summer-ify your social life at legendary Mexican dining destination Bar Patrón, which has introduced a range of light and seasonal dishes, supported by refreshing new cocktails that will tame the summer heat. With summer set to officially explode from Friday 1st December, it is the perfectContinue reading “Make it a Mexican Summer at Bar Patrón”

Rockpool Bar & Grill Sydney has packed the perfect Christmas hampers for customers to gift to family, friends, colleagues and clients. Full of premium festive treats, they are available for purchase online, for pick-up only. Two luxurious gift hampers are available. Rockpool Festive Hamper – $169 2021 Brokenwood Hunter Valley Shiraz (375ml half bottle) 2019 Chandon RockpoolContinue reading “Gifting Made Easy with Rockpool Hampers”

To celebrate Australian Gin week, iconic Australian gin brand, Seven Seasons, is teaming up with another national gem, Barangaroo House’s Rekōdo Restaurant & Vinyl Bar, to introduce its Green Ant Gin Martini. Launching on November 15th, this exciting collaboration puts the spotlight on Seven Season Spirits’ acclaimed Green Ant Gin with a month long GreenContinue reading “From Bush to Bar: Seven Seasons and Barangaroo House Launch Green Ant Gin Martini for Australian Gin Week”

Veuve Clicquot in the Sun Surround  yourself with the finer things in life and kick start 2024 onboard The Jackson as they team up with Veuve Clicquot to bring you the ultimate event on Sydney Harbour this Summer – ‘Veuve Clicquot in the Sun onboard The Jackson’. Enjoy sun soaked champagne moments, Veuve Clicquot inspiredContinue reading “THE LUXE EXPERIENCE IN SYDNEY THIS SUMMER”

It’s Mud Crab season at Spice Temple, which means the much-loved regional Chineserestaurant in Sydney and Melbourne is featuring Australia’s native crabs – ‘Muddies’ as they’re fondly referred to – while they are at their seasonal best, with luxurious, irresistibly sweet flesh. Crabs are a quintessential ingredient in Chinese cooking and a hero dish ofContinue reading “Mud Crabs: Live At Spice Temple”

Perched high above the frenetic energy of Sydney’s city streets lies Shell House Dining Room & Terrace, a classic yet modern and forward thinking restaurant, which today launches its new summer menu from Culinary Director Joel Bickford celebrating the Mediterranean style of dining.  Bickford said: “We’re really excited by the new menu at Shell House.Continue reading “Shell House Dining Room & Terrace launches it’s ‘Summer in the city’ menu”

Solotel and Matt Moran are welcoming Daniel Cooper as the new head chef of Chiswick. Nestled in the heart of Woollahra, Chiswick has been a mainstay of Sydney’s dining scene for over ten years. In his first move as part of the new role, Cooper has curated the special Christmas Collective Menu, which will beContinue reading “Chiswick Woollahra welcomes new head chef, Daniel Cooper, announces festive offering”

Officially launching last week with #frozen, the NEW PROVIDOOR offering celebrity-chef-created meals have a NEW “fresh” menu with a 30-minute delivery time via PROVIDOOR #local – with orders now being taken on-line Premium meal delivery service PROVIDOOR has returned in 2023 with a new investor, a new team and some of the best chefs and foodContinue reading “PROVIDOOR gets FRESH!!”

Fast-track through lunch with Rockpool Melbourne’s Express Lunch, which is designed as a 30-minute, quicker option. Guests each choose a main dish and a beverage, with a complimentary Rockpool Salad for the table, plus complimentary Baker Bleu bread and Coppertree Farms butter, and still or sparkling water. Available: Monday-Thursday $69 per person   Bookings MenuMains – ChoiceContinue reading “Rockpool launches Express Business Lunch”

Bathers’ Pavilion is making waves with a slew of exciting new appointments and ventures that will usher the longstanding Sydney dining institution into a new era. Today they have announced Aaron Ward (ex-Shell House and Sixpenny) as the new executive chef of the restaurant, the acquisition of Rotherwood Estate vineyard and acreage in the SouthernContinue reading “BATHERS’ PAVILION USHERS IN NEW WAVE ANNOUNCES AARON WARD AS NEW EXECUTIVE CHEF”

Zucchini, cauliflower, cucumbers and blueberries are all in abundance and the best of fruit and veg this fortnight, according to Melbourne Market. Mid-spring fresh fruit and veg in prime quality right now at Melbourne Market, Victoria’s wholesale fruit, vegetable and cut flower trading centre, includes Hass avocados, heirloom tomatoes, locally grown lettuce, broad beans andContinue reading “MELBOURNE MARKET FRESH PRODUCE REPORT”

Located in the heart of Glebe and just minutes from the CBD, Beckett’s mid-century New York-style restaurant is excited to announce its exciting NEW culinary team. A Euro-duo consisting of French Head Chef, Julien Ombredane (QT Sydney, Intercontinental Marseille) and Italian Restaurant Manager, Philipp Tengler (Mode Kitchen & Bar, a’Mare, Black Bar & Grill andContinue reading “NEW CULINARY TEAM TAKES CENTRE STAGE AT BECKETT’S”

The medal winning wines of the 2023 ICC Sydney NSW Wine Awards can now berevealed, in anticipation of who will take away this year’s top trophies and be named the “Best Wine in NSW” at the 28th Annual NSW Wine Awards. Hosted again over three days in October (4-6) by NSW Wine’s major sponsor theContinue reading “Announcing the 2023 ICC Sydney NSW Wine Awards Gold Medal Winners”

A creative take on traditional Japanese cuisine Japanese Izakaya, Itō, emerges on Crown Street; a new restaurant from ESCA Group, where tradition inspires creativity. Offering a dining space for 85 guests, and25 alfresco seats in the heart of Surry Hills, this cutting-edge Izakaya is breathing new life into the space that was the much-loved CuckooContinue reading “Itō Is The Neighbourhood Izakaya complementing Surry Hills’ Dining Scene”

VINOUS ADVENTURE AWAITS AT LITTLE RED ROBIN Three Glasses Awarded at Australia’s Most Prestigious Wine & Beverage Awards Program ONE OF ONLY A SELECTED GROUP AWAREDED THREE GLASS RATING ON THE NORTH SHORE For the third year in a row, Little Red Robin takes out the highest level rating, three glasses, at The Australian WineContinue reading “THREE GLASSES AWARDED AT WINE LIST OF THE YEAR FOR LITTLE RED ROBIN – 3RD YEAR IN A ROW”

Sydney’s Inner West welcomes ‘Teddy’s’,  the latest addition to the iconic neighbourhood of Enmore, located just above the local beloved Warren View Hotel. This newly transformed space is more than just a bar, it’s a community-focused space that has transformed a once-sleepy venue into a vibrant bar for locals and visitors. Combining a unique blendContinue reading “The Inner West’s newest neighbourhood bar ‘Teddy’s’ is shining light on independent local distilleries with a focus on old-fashioned charm and modern hospitality”

Brisbane based drinks company, Mandatory Spirit Co., has announced an exciting range of Australian made flavoured vodkas each in a compact one litre box. An addition to the impressive range by Mandatory Spirit Co, the flavoured vodka range follows suit by using the Bag-in-Box (BIB) packaging, reducing their carbon footprint by eight times compared toContinue reading “NEW AUSTRALIAN MADE FLAVOURED VODKA SET TO FLY OFF THE SHELVES IN ITS SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING”

Award-winning Australian-made ice cream, Elato, is thrilled to unveil its newest flavour for the spring season – luscious Fig Ripple. Created by Roz Kaldor-Aroni, founder and ‘ice cream scientist,’ Elato’s new Fig Ripple upholds the brand’s commitment to delivering exquisite flavour alongside uncompromising quality. In a bold stance, Elato pushes back from the current trendContinue reading “Elato’s New Fig Ripple Flavour Has Landed in the Freezer Aisle at over 400 Woolworths, just in time for Spring!”

Spoil Dad with a Father’s Day lunch that is casually comfortable, generouslybountiful, and fabulously affordable at Bar Patrón, Fratelli Fresh, The Bavarian or Munich Brauhaus on Sunday, 3 September. Treat Dad to first-class harbour views, vibrant Mexican flavours, and premium tequila at Circular Quay favourite, Bar Patrón. A special four-course feast that is perfect forContinue reading “Sydney’s Best Father’s Day Feasts at Bar Patrón, Fratelli Fresh,The Bavarian and Munich Brauhaus”

Expect G.O.A.T Flavourful Fare Modern Mexican eatery, La Cabra will open its sixth Victorian restaurant in the heart of South Yarra. The opening promises an unforgettable night with a live mariachi band, $5 tacos and two-for-one margaritas on offer. Situated in the hustle and bustle of Toorak Road, ​ expect to be greeted by neon signage and vibrantContinue reading “Modern Mexican Restaurant La Cabra Announces South Yarra Opening”

Lucy Tweed @EveryNightOfTheWeek is officially Two Good’s Chef of the Month. Lucy’s menu will be available throughout August from today at Two Good’s Cafe located at 262 Liverpool Street, Darlinghurst, or online at https://twogoodcatering.foodstorm.com/ Through the Chef of the Month program, social enterprise Two Good partners with top chefs who create delicious menus that are cooked and served atContinue reading “Lucy Tweed is Two Good’s Chef of the Month”

Soul Origin, a leading provider of high-quality coffee, fresh food, and gourmet beverages, is thrilled to announce a delightful collaboration with Lindt, the globally recognised brand known for its exquisite Swiss chocolate. Together, they have created the ultimate winter indulgence – the Soul Origin Hot Chocolate and Mocha made with Lindt LINDOR.  Winter is here,Continue reading “THE ULTIMATE WINTER INDULGENCE – SOUL ORIGIN AND LINDT COLLABORATE ON THE MOST DELICIOUS DRINKS YOU’LL WANT TO GET YOUR HANDS ON!”

The team behind Ezra, who brought the pizazz of Tel Aviv to Sydney, is excited to officially open Raja restaurant next door on July 18th, a love letter to the bustling Indian city of Mumbai. A vibrant and chic take on contemporary Indian dining, Raja will bring a new level of buzz to the KellettContinue reading “Raja opens its doors, an ode to the city of Mumbai”

Iconic CBD Location Opening Monday 10th July After $4m Renovation Melbourne CBD will welcome its newest 4-level pub, Morris House, on Monday 10th July following a transformational $4 million renovation. Designed by architect Red Design, Morris House will boast a new-look light exterior, NYC inspired basement comedy club, stylish ground level dining room, inviting levelContinue reading “Morris House is Melbourne’s Newest Four-Level Pub”

The top category winners in the 2023 NSW Sommelier’s Wine List Awards, run by the NSW Wine Industry Association (NSW Wine), were announced last night (Tuesday 27 June) at NSW Parliament House. Over the last five years, these awards have shone a light on great NSW-based sommeliers and venues and outstanding wine lists that supportContinue reading “2023 NSW SOMMELIER’S WINE LIST AWARDS WINNERS ANNOUNCED”

Hustlers is a captivating new dining experience, set to take Sydney by storm with its unique fusion of South-East Asian cuisine and an ambiance. With a menu that pays homage to their roots while adding contemporary elements, Hustlers is committed to providing an authentic and intimate experience for guests. The team behind Hustlers is excitedContinue reading “Introducing Hustlers: Sydney’s New Asian Fusion Culinary Destination”

Three Blue Ducks’ latest outpost at The Lodge Bellingen, on the NSW mid north coast, is now taking reservations and will open Thursday 13 July. The recently renovated restaurant is nestled amongst The Lodge’s 16 acres of manicured gardens and enjoys vistas across the surrounding Dorrigo National Park. The 80-seat dining room spills onto an undercover,Continue reading “THREE BLUE DUCKS AT THE LODGE IN BELLINGEN SET TO OPEN 13 JULY”

Celebrate the End of Financial Year in some of Melbourne’s best venues for 2023 Tokyo Tina – Tokyo Private ​ ​​66A Chapel St, Windsor VIC 3181​The new dining room Tokyo Private, which is located next to its sister restaurant Tokyo Tina, accommodates up to 28 diners and was designed by Commune Group’s design team, Ewert Leaf, in the formContinue reading “The Best Melbourne Venues To Celebrate The EoFY”

Chippendale’s new seafood restaurant and wine bar, Longshore, will open on Thursday 15 June. Hospitality duo Jarrod Walsh and Dorothy (Dot) Lee, former Hartsyard owners, are excited to bring a fresh and sustainable approach to dining to Chippendale. Located in the former Automata site at The Old Clare Hotel, Longshore will offer an approachable contemporaryContinue reading “Ex-Hartsyard team open Longshore, Chippendale’s first seafood restaurant & wine bar”

#BCWP2023 #BCWP23 #TraditionsInMotion #Tokyo2023 Tokyo, Japan, 07 June 2023 Turkish chef Ebru Baybara has been named the 2023 Basque Culinary World Prize winner for utilising gastronomy as a powerful force for integration, empowering women from both Turkey and Syria, dismantling prejudices, and showcasing the riches of cultural exchange. From distributing hot meals to thousands afterContinue reading “TURKISH CHEF EBRU BAYBARA DEMIR WINS THE BASQUE CULINARY WORLD PRIZE 2023”

The world-class chef will be swapping his chef whites for racewear as he invites guests at Brisbane’s premier racing carnival to enjoy a taste of Southeast Asia trackside Executive Chef at The Star, Luke Nguyen has been appointed by Brisbane Racing Club (BRC) as Culinary Ambassador for its famous racing carnival, The Star Stradbroke SeasonContinue reading “LUKE NGUYEN ANNOUNCED AS CULINARY AMBASSADOR FOR THE STARSTRADBROKE SEASON”

Weekly vegetarian banquets by an ex-Ottolenghi chef for just $39, plus local wines on tap On 20 June, Richmond wine bar WAYGOOD will launch Neighbourhood Nights, warming up Tuesdays throughout winter with a weekly-changing vegetarian banquet that nods to newly-appointed Head Chef Brad Cunningham’s time helming Ottolenghi in London. “I love the generosity of MiddleContinue reading “WAYGOOD LAUNCHES NEIGHBOURHOOD NIGHTS”

French-Australian Chef To Be Honoured By The French Government On Monday, 29 May, celebrated French-Australian chef, Jacques Reymond will be awarded the prestigious Medaille de Chevalier de l’Ordre National du Mérite Agricole (Knight Of The Order of Agricultural Merit). Taking place at L’Hôtel Gitan in Prahran, the ceremony will be attended by French Ambassador to Australia, H.E Mr Jean-Pierre Thébault who will personally travelContinue reading “Jacques Reymond Awarded Chevalier De l’Ordre National du Mérite Agricole”

Introducing RP Hour, a generous, two-hour window when a value-added bar menu of premium snacks, select cocktails and a Sommelier’s Selection of wines by the glass are available for guests in the elegant Rockpool Sydney bar. Slip into the evening Rockpool style, Monday to Friday from 4pm-6pm, with a relaxed menu designed to help guestsContinue reading “Rockpool Sydney Raises the Bar, Launches RP Hour”

There’s no better place to celebrate Mother’s Day than at an Australian Venue Co pub in Brisbane! Regatta Hotel – Mother’s Day High Tea543 Coronation Drive ToowongSunday 14th May, 11 am – 1pmhttps://regattahotel.com.au/event/mothers-day-high-tea/ The Wickham – Bottomless High Tea308 Wickham St, Fortitude ValleySunday 14th May from 11amhttps://thewickham.com.au/events/mothers-day-high-tea/ The Boundary Hotel – Bottomless Spritz Brunch137 BoundaryContinue reading “Celebrate Mother’s Day at these Brisbane pubs”

Located in the heart of Surry Hills, Sydneysiders will find Fauna. A modern neighbourhood restaurant, featuring contemporary Australian cuisine, tucked away in a stunning terrace, perfect for a quick bite on a Tuesday night, a date on a Wednesday, lunch with the girls, dinner with friends – and everything in between. Fauna hosts three spaces.Continue reading “Introducing ‘Fauna’ a dining experience built around a curious connection – to our food, to each other, and to the world around us”

1pm-9pm, Sundays | Price: Chef’s Choice menu $88pp + corkage fee $15  Somm Sundays is taking flight at Redbird Chinese in Redfern. The modern Chinese restaurant is calling all budding somms and wine enthusiasts to delve into their personal collection and pluck out their favourite bottle to bring along for a specially curated lunch orContinue reading “Somm Sundays take flight at Redbird Chinese”

Spice Temple’s much-loved, lunch-time noodles are back by popular demand, giving guests a quick bar lunch option that is value-packed and brimful of premium produce. Each bowl of fragrant noodles bears Spice Temple’s signature regional Chinese stamp and can be paired with a Tsing Tao beer or a glass of white or red wine forContinue reading “Spice Temple Sydney brings back lunch-time noodles, new bar menu”

Restaurant Gordon Ramsay comes to Aria, a three-night, never been done before residency, will take place on 8, 9 and 10 May. Restaurant Gordon Ramsay comes to Aria will tell a story that is many years in the making. From Gordon Ramsay and Matt Moran’s friendship of over 25 years, to the decades of mentoring that has allowed for theContinue reading “Gordon Ramsay’s 3 Michelin-starred RESTAURANT GORDON RAMSAY comes to two-hatted Aria”

Fancy foodies are invited to toast to National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day (April 12) in the most decadent way possible with a limited edition, luxe cheese and caviar toastie, paired with a flute of Mumm bubbles. Created by Hatted French chef, Clement Marchais, the decadent dish elevates the humble toastie to mouth-watering levels, bringing aContinue reading “Celebrate National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day at Lorraine’s Bistro with Australia’s Bougiest French-inspired Cheese Toastie!”

Melbourne-made chilli condiment Bippi has teamed up with rooftop haven Johnny’s Green Room for a week-long celebration of Italian heat, featuring a chilli-inspired food and cocktail menu from Sunday 23rd to Sunday 30th April 2023. Bippi Chilli Week at Johnny’s Green Room will combine generations of Italian flavour with the highest quality Australian produce, soContinue reading “Bippi turns up the heat with a special week-long chilli menu at Johnny’s Green Room”

Me-Gal restaurant, located within the elegant Wildlife Retreat at Taronga, will open to the public for the first time on Thursday 30 March 2023. Located in a harbourside enclave on Sydney’s Lower North Shore, with sweeping views of Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House, and the city skyline, Me-Gal offers a dining experience that promisesContinue reading “Me-Gal restaurant – a harbourside dining experience within Sydney’s Lower North Shore”

The ultimate lunch special available every day Botswana Butchery Sydney is set to serve up a luxurious lunchtime special, offering diners a delicious half-lobster with unlimited fries for just $29.95pp from 27th March. Enjoyed whilst taking in the sights from Botswana Butchery’s balcony or rooftop seating, the affordable yet decadent seafood fare is the perfectContinue reading “Enjoy Lobster & Bottomless Fries at Botswana Butchery Sydney For Under $30!”

The humanitarian crisis after Syria and Türkiye’s earthquake destruction has left more than 850,000 children homeless and millions of others needing food, supplies, emergency medical and psychosocial assistance. On the ground in Syria for more than 50 years and Türkiye for more than 70, humanitarian aid organisation UNICEF is working to provide everything from hygieneContinue reading “The Australian food community rallies as 6.2 million children in need of urgent help”

Restaurateur Andrew Becher, owner and operator of successful European inspired restaurants Franca and Parlar, will open his third venue, Armorica Grande Brasserie on Thursday 20 April in Surry Hills. Armorica, a 150-seat restaurant that draws on classic Parisian Brasserie culture in a redefined contemporary way, is located on Crown St, Surry Hills in the siteContinue reading “A Parisian brasserie bringing the timeless charm of classic French dining to Surry Hills”

With the 2023 work year well under way, most of us are finding ourselves back in the office 5 days a week. Lucky for us, here to alleviate our midweek cravings are a few of Sydney’s best express lunch offerings. Who said we’re only allowed to eat at our favourite restaurants on special occasions? ExpressContinue reading “Level up that mid-week meeting with these luxurious and affordable express lunch specials”

Enjoy the ultimate Autumnal getaway with an extraordinary kaleidoscope of colours, glamping and picnics at the stunning Mayfield Garden Mayfield Garden has announced that its Autumn Festival will return this year bigger and better than ever before – with the return of onsite glamping meaning guests can once again stay, play and eat at Australia’sContinue reading “The Autumn Festival has Arrived at Mayfield Garden with the return of Glamping!”

Pubs across Australia will be celebrating one of the country’s favourite cocktails with the Espresso Martini Festival from 13th–19th March, where Grey Goose Espresso Martinis will be offered at over 200 venues all day, every day. The Espresso Martini Festival is being held at ALH Hotels venues and will be a week of celebrating theContinue reading “Espresso Martini Festival Coming Up In Over 200 Venues This MonthCelebrating The Espresso Martini Across Australia”

Alice – Resident VibesLa Fiesta Sound System takes up residency at Alice every Thursday, from March 9th. Drop by for a weekly fix of eclectic beats with DJ, live afro percussion, and sax incorporating nu-disco, soul, jazz and Latin elements. Doors open at 5pm; the groove session kicks in from 6pm to 11pm. There isContinue reading “What’s On at Hunter St. Hospitality Restaurants & Bars in March”

Matt Moran and Solotel announce the appointment of Thomas Gorringe as the new Executive Chef of Aria, having previously held the role of Head Chef at Pier One’s hatted restaurant, The Gantry. Gorringe will take over the reins from Joel Bickford, as he departs for a new role.  Of the appointment, Moran says: “We’re thrilledContinue reading “Aria announces new Executive Chef, Thomas Gorringe”

Luke Burgess (ex-Garagistes) and Adam James (Rough Rice) are getting ready to take over the kitchen at Oma Food & Wine next Sunday, 27 June as part of the ongoing ‘Oma & Co’ series.  They will work with the Oma team on the creation of a special set menu inspired by a recent trip throughContinue reading “Luke Burgess and Adam James take over the kitchen at Oma Food & Wine”

Merivale has acquired the Lorne Hotel, a historic pub that has stood proudly on Victoria’s Great Ocean Road for more than a century. The hospitality group will receive keys to the venue later this year and will trade as normal over the summer. Justin Hemmes, Merivale CEO, said: “The Lorne Hotel is an iconic venueContinue reading “Merivale grows Victorian portfolio with the Lorne Hotel”

Featuring Lost Sundays, POOF DOOF Sydney, Jimmy’s Underground and more nights to be announced soon. ivy, Merivale’s vibrant CBD dining and entertainment precinct, has reinvented itself after dark. The Sydney icon has transformed its expansive dance floor into a world-class super-club space, fostering the energy and freedom of a festival every weekend. Supercharged with outstandingContinue reading “A new era for a Sydney icon – ivy reinvents itself after dark”

What happens when four gun chefs with a raft of experience and talent from Sydney and the Hunter Valley go head-to-head after a year on the ropes? The annual Food Fight is the signature event organised by the Hunter Culinary Association (HCA) and this year marks a triumphant return as the industry reunites after missingContinue reading “A Culinary Comeback – The Hunter Culinary Association Returns”

One of Australia’s best pastry chefs, Lauren Eldridge will be joining the kitchen at iconic Sydney restaurant Berowra Waters Inn, forming a collaborative cooking duo with Head Chef and Owner, Brian Geraghty. Officially joining 20 May, Lauren will bring her impressive CV of postings and awards to the riverfront restaurant, including Pastry Chef at MarkContinue reading “Iconic Sydney restaurant Berowra Waters Inn welcomes Lauren Eldridge”

The CBD stalwart on Little Collins Street is back. A year after the first lockdown, much-loved Italian restaurant Massi in Melbourne’s CBD will be resurrected after Easter and re-open on Monday, 12th April. Known for its modern Sicilian cuisine and intimate, convivial atmosphere, Massi has been a destination for lunch and after-work eats since openingContinue reading “Massi re-opens after a year of closure”

Merivale has acquired The Quarterdeck in Narooma, a beautiful town in the Eurobodalla region of the NSW South Coast. This is Merivale’s first hospitality venue outside Sydney. Justin Hemmes, CEO of Merivale, said: “Narooma has become my second home and the backdrop to so many of my happiest memories with my family. I think itContinue reading “Merivale acquires The Quarterdeck at Narooma”

A new Armadale wine and snack bar from the team behind Amaru. Appellation, a new wine bar concept from Clinton McIver (Amaru), will launch in late April with a focus on grower champagnes and drinking snacks representative of the Amaru food philosophy, delivered with an informative, yet informal service style. Inspired by Amaru regulars –Continue reading “Coming Soon: Appellation”

The Art Gallery of New South Wales announces the opening of an exciting new restaurant concept, Art Gallery Restaurant Crafted by Matt Moran this Friday, March 26. The restaurant launches in partnership with newly appointed culinary advisor, Matt Moran, who will sit across the development of restaurant and catering menus, and work with food andContinue reading “Lunch is served at Art Gallery of NSW as ‘Crafted by Matt Moran’ opens its doors”

Yakimono, a contemporary high-energy, inner-city eating house, is a collaboration between Chris Lucas and Chef Martin Benn. Located at 80 Collins, next door to the soon-to-open SOCIETY, Yakimono will offer a Japanese-style grill menu with a pared-back, delicious and modernist take on Japanese inner-city dining. Due to open late 2021, Yakimono will combine adventurous and robustContinue reading “Update from Lucas Group – Yakimono to open late 2021”