This Alcatraz-inspired pop-up bar is pure theatre

Alcotraz in Sydney

Following success in the UK, immersive events experts Inventive Productions and Fever are set to bring a unique prison-themed cinematic cocktail experience to Chippendale with sessions starting from early October. Alcotraz [get it?] is a new interactive cocktail bar that draws inspiration from popular Hollywood properties to shape a new kind of speakeasy-style cocktail bar,

Kyiv Social: A heartwarming celebration of Ukrainian food, culture and courage

Kyiv social featured image

Tucked away in the inner-city streets of Sydney is a restaurant that not only fills your belly, but lifts your spirits. Kyiv Social, part of the remarkable Plate It Forward group, is far more than just a place to eat – itโ€™s a powerful symbol of resilience, pride, and hope. At its core, Kyiv Social

The Lansdowne celebrates 100th anniversary with month-long party this June

The Lansdowne in Chippendale

The Lansdowne has always been the prototypical example of an Aussie pub. Sweaty, rowdy, completely lacking any shred of pretentiousness, and stubbornly dedicated to supporting local live music. Since first opening in 1925, the deathless venue has proven that it’s always going to be here to stay. It has survived lockdowns, lockouts, development proposals, a

Bar Freda’s joins Sydney’s big push for a more dynamic nightlife

Bar Freda's at The Abercrombie

Sydney institution Cafe Freda’s broke many hearts in December when the beloved team called last drink’s on their Darlinghurst home. But such sorrow was short-lived when it was revealed Freda’s would just be relocated back to its spiritual home of Chippendale, with Bar Freda’s popping up just down the road from the warehouse dance bar

It’s Official: Sydney is home to the world’s best coffee shop

Tobys Estate coffee shop in Sydney

Toby’s Estate has always been a reliable name for Sydney’s fussiest coffee enthusiasts. The company’s stalwart roastery and cafe in Chippendale opened in 2005, just four years after Toby’s Estate began turning out some of Australia’s most popular blends and single origin coffees. And while it’s always been a formidable presence in the ongoing coffee