Bright neon colours and exhilarating creativity are coming to Ballarat in November. In partnership with Visit Ballarat, here’s an itinerary of the best things to see, do, eat and drink while you’re in town for a world-exclusive three-week art experience.

Plus, free Messina, two-for-$30 Aperol Spritzes, the best burgers in Sydney (according to our top chefs), an Argentinian Instagram bakery and more.

In December, Leaham Claydon and Jianne Jeoung will unveil two new venues – Bar Cooper’s and Jane’s Deli – next door to their enormously popular cafe and wine bar.

The tacos are served Mexico City-style. They’re smoky, loaded with flavour, and served without a shred of cheese in sight.

Smidge won over WA with its seriously good cinny scrolls – and then it closed, leaving behind a trail of broken hearts. Now, it’s back with those famous scrolls, focaccia toasties and giant cookies.

The celebrated restaurant shares priceless stories of Samoan food and culture through an intimate dining experience. Chef-owner Henry Onesemo chats about this special set menu – showcasing childhood favourites to his take on the country’s obsession with corned beef – available for just $110 thanks to Mastercard.

The restaurateur’s 120-seat Mediterranean diner flaunts an Italian-made woodfired oven and a dedicated pasta room. And soon, it’ll have a sibling – Lucas has just announced the opening of a second Canberra venue in 2025.

Red Hill doesn’t just boast striking scenery. You’ll also find a wealth of vineyards, fine diners, markets and one beloved general store. Right now, win a weekend at one of its sweetest stays, with dinner by a private chef.

The Northern Rivers-based label’s busy on a build, and hopes to be pouring by Christmas. Here are all the details.

The airline has announced three flights a week between Sydney and WA’s premier surf and gastronomic destination.

Across 27 years in the brewing game, Matso’s has blazed a trail through the Australian alcoholic ginger beer scene – and now they’re pouring beer, firing pizzas and hosting live music events in a new sunny spot just south of Noosa.