Techno legend Darude tells us his favourite things about Sydney

Darude on the Sydney Harbour Bridge

There’s a sandstorm coming for Sydney, emerging in the form of Finland’s most endearing musical export, Darude. Yes, the So Fresh-era techno maestro is gearing up for a few shows around Australia. And given this country has been loving nostalgia tours as of late, it’s no surprise to hear that tickets are flying out the … Read more

Another blow to NIMBYs as The Squire’s Landing gets 24-hour licence

The Squire's Landing now trades 24/7.

The NSW Government’s honourable attempt to make Sydney a genuine 24/7 city just had a major win as Squire’s Landing in The Rocks begins trading ’round the clock. One of the world’s most picturesque gastropubs, glass-fronted with dreamy, panoramic views of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, will now trade continuously throughout the … Read more

Messina’s 1-kilogram cheesecake Easter egg is what long weekends are made for

Gelato Messina have created a cheesecake easter egg

The ever-creative team at Gelato Messina first came up with the idea of a 1-kilogram Messina Easter egg last year. Serving six, the enormous Easter chocolate treat was a beautiful chaotic mess of Milo mousse with oreo crumble, hazelnut praline, malted vanilla chantilly and hazelnut caramel oozing from the centre. Now the team have switched … Read more

Exclusive: Sydney’s nightlifeย tsar reveals plans as city comes alive with new venuesย 

Sydney is rapidly modernising and genuinely stepping up its lifestyle and hospitality offerings. Not since Carriageworks opened in 2007 has the city felt so profoundly different, willing and oh-so-able to fling us the into a new era for both locals and visitors. Nowhere is this more obvious than the frequently discussed “Night Time Economy,” as … Read more

Sydney Comedy Festival is pulling no punches for its 20th anniversary

Sydney Comedy Festival's Gala Night

The Sydney Comedy Festival has been one of the city’s most beloved annual events since 2005, pulling over 120,000 attendees into the city’s best theatres to witness some of the world’s greatest comedians constantly rethinking the art of standup and showcasing new material. Festival director Jorge Menidis is pulling no punches for its 20th anniversary … Read more

A luxurious lounge bar is now hidden above Rockpool Bar & Grill

Rockpool Bar

Few things scream “special occasion” in Sydney as loud as walking into Rockpool Bar & Grill. Hunter St Hospitality’s world-famous steakhouse has long been regarded as one of the city’s most opulent dining experiences, anchored by its grand main dining room and, to the side, a New York-style bar. But there’s now a third element … Read more

Global Irish music festival, MISNEACH, arriving in Sydney for St Patrick’s Day

Kneecap

One of the most recognisable Irish singers of our time, Dermot Kennedy, arrives in Sydney this weekend to debut a brand-new annual global music festival that’s focused entirely on celebrating Ireland’s rich musical heritage. And it’s perfect timing too, with the Sydney music festival coinciding with St Patrick’s Day celebrations. Dubbed the MISNEACH (pronounced mish-nyah, … Read more