We went to see what Tequila Mockingbird’s rebrand is all about and found some big surprises
Was the sudden closure of Tequila Mockingbird a whole lot of fuss over a new lick of paint? Here’s everything we ate, drank and thought about our visit.
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Best things to do on a rainy day in Sydney
It’s not always blue skies and sunshine in the Harbour City. If you find yourself at a loose end on a rainy day in Sydney, these are the top things to see and so. Sydney is renowned for its outdoor lifestyle and culture, thanks to mild winters and warm summers. But when it rains, it … Read more
Laughs and laneways: what we thought of the inaugural Sydney Comedy Festival Comedy Crawl
New for this year, the Sydney Comedy Festival Comedy Crawls have already sold out, signalling huge appetite for the concept. We went along to the first one to find out what it’s all about. On Tuesday night, we went to Sydney Comedy Festival’s (SCF) inaugural Comedy Crawl, part of the festival’s 20th anniversary. The premise … Read more
The best things to do in Sydney in May 2025
Forget summer, Sydney is at its absolute best in May. Vivid lights up the city, the Sydney Comedy Festival keeps the laughs coming, and the Archibald Prize puts Australian talent in the spotlight. We’ve rounded up a list of the best things to do in Sydney in May, including French markets, new restaurant openings and … Read more
Tequila Mockingbird transforms into a South American restaurant led by a Michelin-rated chef
The Sydney institution mysteriously closed earlier this month but its next chapter has been revealed – and it’s coming soon.
All the bars and pubs open on Good Friday
Raise a glass (or two) to the long weekend with a drink or two at these bars and pubs that are open on Good Friday.
Limited edition beers will be poured for Anzac Day at Felons Manly
Giving you even more reason to spend Anzac Day at Felons Manly, whether you try something new, opt for an old fave or just go for the waterside views.
An Enchanted Garden has bloomed in Pyrmont for Easter
Hendricks gin cocktails, floral displays and aerial acrobatics are among the immersive experiences taking place in Pyrmont this month.
Meet the Shangri-La Sydney beekeepers and try the new autumn menus
The rooftop at Shangri-La Sydney is a hive of activity. Literally. Find out why the hotel has beehives and how it uses the produce throughout its restaurants and bars.
Sydney’s oldest pub, The Fortune of War, is opening a new bistro and hotel
After more than 196 years of serving schooners to Sydney, The Fortune of War is getting a refresh. It closed three weeks ago and has been operating alfresco while work in underway inside. The team has now announced that it will open in time for Vivid Sydney in May, and we’ve heard some details about … Read more
