The House of Suntory takes over @ Hihou

The House of Suntory

The House of Suntory returns once again to bring even more ‘Omotenashi’ style hospitality and service – plus barrelfuls of Japanese whisky, naturally – to Hihou. The entirety of Suntory‘s whisky portfolio will be on offer to taste at the bar every Wednesday in July (starting tomorrow) at the quartet of […]

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The Bar Dream 2015

The Carlton's The Bar Dream

Many have dreamt of opening a bar. But do you have an idea for one that you’d like to make come true? Applications for the next round of The Carlton’s ‘The Bar Dream’ contest is closing soon. You could find yourself with the free space and support from the venue […]

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Now Open | Hunter’s Kitchen | South Yarra

Visiting Grandma cocktail (lavender, ginger, jasmine, vodka or gin) at the Hunter's Kitchen

As of tonight – and through this winter’s Friday and Saturday evenings – Lucky Penny cafe becomes the Hunter’s Kitchen. Chef Jason Chan has been inspired by the outdoors-men, Vikings and all things Nordic-ly wintry to create a menu of belly-warmers to keep us from hibernation. But mostly, I’m looking […]

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Negroni Week 2015

Negroni Week

Happy Negroni Week! In ode to that holy trinity of Campari, gin and vermouth, the festival is basically a bittersweet excuse to drink marginally more negronis than usual (plus you might find unique takes on the classic recipe on offer at certain venues). Each tipple counts with $1 from each negroni […]

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