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Op-ed: Why You Should Care About Tequila and Agave Spirits
Drinking the Holy Spirit: this World Tequila Day, we’re shining a spotlight on what we think is Australia’s most diverse selection of Tequila, Mezcal and Agave Spirits.
Find a Golden Ticket in Your Popcorn to Win one of six $1,000 Vouchers
For one week only, six $1,000 MUCHO vouchers will be hidden inside popcorn bags across our venues: Super 44, Bar Bridge, Bar Herbs, Centro 86, Bar Planet and Tio's. Visit a participating venue between Monday 27 July and Sunday 2 August to find a MUCHO Golden Ticket and turn your bag of popcorn into a $1,000 bar tab.
The World's Dirtiest Martini is back
For one night only on July 28, Bar Planet brings back the World’s Dirtiest Martini! Transform your Dirty Martini into the Dirtiest Martini you've ever thought of ordering, and disgust your friends with a diabolical take on what ‘filthy’ really means.
Super 44: Our Brand New Neighbourhood Margarita Bar is Open!
Super 44 has landed on Enmore Rd, Newtown! Located a stone's throw from its sister venue Bar Planet, Super 44 continues our emphasis on fun: fresh, delicious margaritas, psychedelic drinks, and a menu centred on a variety of fruit-forward iterations of the classic cocktail.
How many olives actually belong in a Martini?
Some people say an even number of olives in a martini is evil, horrible, tempestuous bad luck. Some just don’t care. Bar Planet’s Venue Manager, Jack Brandhoj, recently had the chance to yap to Dan Murphy’s about the humble olive’s (truly scientific) role in martini magic.
Bar Planet x Extra Silky Rat Tail Pop Up
Sydney’s rat tail revival is entering its ultimate form at Bar Planet this May, with Petersham hair salon Extra Silky taking over the Enmore Road martini bar on Sunday 31 May for an afternoon of custom braided rat tail extensions.
The Story of the Bar Planet Logo
Ever wondered what the story is with the Bar Planet logo? Bar Planet turns 4 in 2026, so take a look at some of the draft logos that got the chop and never got to live la vida logo.
Mother’s Day at MUCHO!
We’re celebrating the Mum’s this Mother’s Day! Bring your Mum in for a drink, on us. Celebrate with her on Mother’s Day at any MUCHO Venue and we’ll treat her to a free drink to say thanks!
International Women’s Day 2026
This week MUCHO will be donating $1 from every special sold company-wide to Sydney Women's Fund.
The Fund provides support for women experiencing domestic violence, promotes economic empowerment, provides access to education and employment opportunities and promotes inclusion and wellbeing.
Bear Murphy wins 2026 Australian Vero Bartender
A huge congratulations to our wonderful Bear Murphy, for taking out the top spot at the 2026 Australian Vero Bartender competition.
How-To: 4 Tips to Make a Delicious Margarita
To celebrate World Margarita Day, our Creative Director Jeremy Blackmore has shared his 4 top tips for making the best margarita at home.
Invasion Day 2026
On Monday 26 January, we raised $1 from every every drink sold across our trading venues to donate to BlaQ Aboriginal Corporation, for a total donation of $760.00.
BlaQ is a community-controlled organisation dedicated to supporting Aboriginal LGBTQ+SB Peoples and Communities in NSW. Their vision is to achieve a society that nurtures, supports, affirms, and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTQ+SB communities whilst promoting safety and inclusion for all.
Behind the Art: Bar Planet’s Terrazzo Wonderland
Meet the iconic duo behind Bar Planet’s cosmic terrazzo bar tops, David Humphries and Masou Nodoust, better known as Public Art Squad. If you’ve enjoyed a martini at Bar Planet before, you’ve undoubtedly felt their psychedelic wonderland that permeates the space.
Our Popcorn Recipes Revealed!
Surprise, we’re releasing our popcorn recipes for Bar Planet, Centro 86 and Tio’s, so you can make them at home!
New Happy Hours for January!
To kick off 2026 on the happiest foot, we’ve launched new Happy Hours across our venues for January!
Behind the Art: The Bar Herbs Mirror Maze
Ever wondered what the deal is with the crazy mirrors at Bar Herbs? The impressive painted mirrors are the wild work of Steady Hand Studio, a traditional sign painting studio founded by Lance Corlett, right here in Sydney. Read about the story here.
Our 2025 Black Friday Sale is live!
Shop our biggest sale of the year with limited edition merch and bottled martini packs up for grabs while stocks last!
Movember 2025
From the 17th–23rd of November, we raised $1 from every special across MUCHO venues and we’re thrilled to announce that together, we raised $2273 towards the Movember Foundation.
Thank you to everyone who helped us raise this money and contribute to supporting the ongoing research and awareness toward Men’s health issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and suicide prevention.
Cantina OK! named one of Tatler’s Best Bars of 2025
Cantina OK! in Sydney has been named in Tatler Asia’s Best Bars Asia-Pacific 2025 list - discover why our laneway mezcal bar stands out.
Op-ed: What It Feels Like to Fall Off the World’s 50 Best Bars List
Being voted on to the World's 50 Best Bars List isn't always smiles and roses. Read about our journey as Cantina OK! rose to the world stage - and what it means to step off it.