“With a name like Dine Out, you might be forgiven for thinking that Broadsheet’s winter festival is all about eating, but this year’s Sydney program has worked its way into plenty of the city’s hottest bars. We tapped 17 bars across the city to create a special one-off deal for the duration of the festival, from July 27 to August 2. Some venues offer substantial discounts, and others will serve meals that pair their venue’s most popular drinks with serious snacks. Here’s what’s happening around town.”

“Settle in for a three-course feast or sips and snacks, as an admired Sydney cocktail spot travels south for a one-night collab.”

“Bar Planet is teaming up with Marrickville florist Date Night Studio for a Valentine’s Day pop-up that combines two of life’s better pleasures: martinis and fresh blooms.”

“Shop flowers and sip martinis, as this one-day flower market sets the tone for the year's most romantic day.”

“Paramart jazzes up the Paramount House Hotel lobby with exclusive goods by our local favourites. And you don’t have to check in to check-out.”

“Ian Tran, the sign-maker behind some of Australia's favourite restaurants from Cafe Freda's to Ciao Fabbrica, has become the hospitality industry's go-to guy”

“And which Hong Kong bars are hosting some of the most exciting guest shifts to celebrate”

“Drop into Bourke’s from 3pm till midnight for live DJ tunes and a showcase of Campari cocktails done the Aussie way.”

“Get the pre-gaming in as top local venues team up with some of the best watering holes on the planet”

“Two of Sydney’s top bars. Two happy hours. Right next door.”

“As the mercury drops, often patronage does too. We explore the special events and deals happening around Australia to keep guests in seats – despite the cold.”

“In this weekly roundup, Drinks Trade collates all of the most exciting and important Australian liquor events and opportunities in one place. This includes a mix of trade specific opportunities, consumer-facing activations, and initiatives that will appeal to both.”

“Sip limited-edition cocktails made with ingredients from the hotel's rooftop garden at this mezcal-fuelled takeover.”

“One of Australia's best hotels is welcoming one of Australia's best bars for a special one-night-only collaboration.”

“Next month, the crew from Sydney’s Cantina OK! will be taking a holiday to Brisbane, teaming up with the team at The Calile Hotel’s Lobby Bar to shake up some fresh, customised cocktails for one night only.”

“Some of Sydney’s best Margarita makers are coming to town for a one-day pop-up.”