Zafferano Trattoria is closing down

Paddington restaurant’s viral closure sparks debate about big venue dominance of Sydney food

Sicilian restaurant Zafferano Trattoria Mediterranea in Paddington has gone viral this week, after posting a reel to their Instagram announcing their closure. In the candid video, owner Isobel Galloway, who runs the restaurant with her partner, Sicilian-born chef Simone Crivello, … Read more

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Entertainment

Where to watch the Lions Tour in Sydney

7 places to watch the British & Irish Lions Tour in Sydney

Our selection of the best places to watch the Lions Tour in Sydney will mean you don’t miss a moment of the action. After 12 long years, the British & Irish Lions Tour returns to Australian soil, and Sydney’s pubs are pulling out all the stops. From the first game, which took place in Ireland on June … Read more

SongRites at Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House just announced SongRites, a new three-day series that will showcase First Nations artists

Four days of First Nations artistry will take over the Western Foyer venues at the Sydney Opera House in September. Here’s everything we know about the new September series, including the full program.
AC/DC Power Up Tour

I waited 50 minutes to get my AC/DC tickets offer – then they added a second show

No presale. No fan club priority. Just thousands of AC/DC fans battling it out in one giant ticket drop this morning. Now, a second Sydney show has been quietly added — and fans are hoping Ticketek can hold it together this time.
the Play that Goes Wrong - Drama Theatre, Opera House

Review: The Play That Goes Wrong is Agatha Christie meets Basil Fawlty

It’s slapstick and pantomime all rolled into one. Mr Bean would be right at home on this stage. As would Peter Sellers in the Pink Panther. The idea is simple. But the humour is irresistible. You simply won’t stop laughing. … Read more

Food & Drink

Zafferano Trattoria is closing down

Paddington restaurant’s viral closure sparks debate about big venue dominance of Sydney food

Sicilian restaurant Zafferano Trattoria Mediterranea in Paddington has gone viral this week, after posting a reel to their Instagram announcing their closure. In the candid video, owner Isobel Galloway, who runs the restaurant with her partner, Sicilian-born chef Simone Crivello, opened up to her followers about the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on their restaurant. … Read more

TOKI North Sydney

10 Best New Restaurants in Sydney (July 2025 Update)

Sydney’s dynamic dining scene is constantly changing and never has this been more obvious than in the past few years. After a swift recovery from the pandemic, the city started demanding more luxurious, world-class restaurants and was given a big … Read more
Ette Sydney interior

Review: Ette is the CBD’s best-kept secret for chic, affordable dining

You’d be forgiven for wondering if Sydney really needs another ‘small plates and good wine’ spot. As I made my way down to the recently opened Ette, discreetly tucked away on the ground floor of an unassuming office tower, I … Read more
non-alcoholic cocktails

Dry July 2025: 13 Best Non-Alcoholic Cocktails to Try in Sydney

Who says non-alcoholic drinks have to be boring? These venues are offering an exciting mix of funky ingredients to help you breeze through Dry July. With Dry July just around the corner, you might be swapping your usual Friday-night spicy … Read more

Sydney Guides

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Penrith Nepean River

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Hay St Market in Sydney's Haymarket is the city's hottest food destination. Image supplied.

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Ace your first time in Sydney with our ultimate guide

The ultimate guide for your first time in Sydney

Essentials

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Chinatown

This area dates from the 1920s and offers a bustling array of shops and restaurants, plus bargain shopper heaven in Paddy’s Market and a Chinese Garden. 

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Barangaroo

Named after Bennelong’s wife, an indigenous leader in colonial times, this new precinct showcases shops, restaurants, offices, the Crown resort and a harbour pool.
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Bondi Beach

A globally famous 1-kilometre stretch of sand and glittering water featuring great surf, ocean pools, coastal walks and nearby bars, restaurants, shops and markets.
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Royal Botanic Garden

Australia’s natural masterpiece and our oldest botanic garden, overlooks Sydney Harbour and embraced by The Domain, another urban oasis worth exploring.
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