“A city’s financial centre is never exciting on a paper, but something has been happening to Martin Place over the past few years that’s rapidly turning the tide for Sydney’s greediest grotto.”

“Monday to Sunday, this is where and what our editor’s eating – think lunchtime burek at Bills, an icon returning to The Old Fitz, dinner in a Creole tavern and PS40’s ripper cocktails in Petersham.”

“We’re still thinking about springy biang biang noodles, brothy bowls of eggs, tuna cheeseburgers, syrupy doughnuts and more.”

“Get your tickets for one-off dinners and other events with Apollo Inn, Public Wine Shop, Ho Jiak, Cam’s Kiosk, Gerald’s Bar, Albert’s and more.”

“One of Sydney’s best new bars is headed to Melbourne for a Negroni spectacular at Andrew McConnell’s sexy, dim-lit Apollo Inn. And you don’t have to book.”

“Now you can get the beloved martini and popcorn combo from 2pm at the Newtown fave.”

“Why should Martinis have all the fun? It’s time to dirty up other drinks, too.”

“There’s perhaps no greater joy in life than a well-earned bargain. Even better? One that arrives with three olives and an ice-cold glass; served with a side of something salty, briny, or freshly shucked.”

“When you picture a communal cocktail, you probably imagine something along the lines of the NoMad’s “cocktail explosions” or perhaps the Scorpion Bowl and its many modern iterations—something fruit-forward, garnished to the max, paired with oversize curly straws and presented in a playful serving vessel.”

“Whether you’re chasing the perfect setting, a picturesque view, or just a damn good drink, we’ve got your next night out sorted”

“If you can find their entrances, the best hidden bars in Sydney beg you to let your hair down.”

“Sydney's landscape of watering holes is flourishing like never before.”

“Sydney's landscape of watering holes is flourishing like never before.”

“Small bars, wine bars, pubs, breweries and slick watering holes. Newtown has 'em all”

“Thirsty? Head to this grungy and cool pocket of the Inner West for a rocking drink or three”

“Keen to extend the weekend? Bar Planet is giving us the perfect excuse. The Enmore hotspot is celebrating the end of winter with $12 signature Martinis every Monday night for three weeks, starting August 12. Cheers everyone!”

“Capturing NSW and the ACT’s most delicious food and drink experiences in a snapshot is a daunting task. In Sydney alone, each week seems to bring with it new and exciting tastes to savour and share.”

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“Martinis are more versatile than you might think. Here bartenders share tips on how to order your first, why a small tweak can radically change it, and a recipe for your freezer”

“From dirty to Gibson, Vesper to espresso, the martini has taken over Australian cocktail lists. What’s behind the surge in popularity?”