Including a 76-year-old Hanoi pho spot’s first location outside of Vietnam, and a Tokyo shop with Michelin-approved creamy chicken broth.

Nik Hill’s nostalgic choice joins plenty of classics by the water. Plus, an “affordable and abundant” Portuguese set menu in Marrickville and a French favourite picked by six chefs.

The chef made the move from Melbourne to Brisbane three years ago. Since then, he’s scoped out an impressive list of local favourites including a “perfect” pizzeria, a romantic out-of-towner and a falafel joint that merits repeat visits.

Huerta is one of Australia’s best Mexican chefs. At Barro, he’s serving a deeply personal menu with CDMX tacos, mole made with a family recipe and cocktails featuring lesser-known Mexican spirits.

Swede Björn Frantzén is known for mixing Nordic, Japanese and French cuisines. He’s so good at it, he holds nine Michelin stars across three restaurants.

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.

This family-run joint in an unassuming Canberra suburb is quickly becoming one of the capital’s most exciting dining destinations. In partnership with NAB, Minima co-owner Benn Ratanakosol shares the dishes diners come back for – and how to save $50 on your bill.

Sweeping ocean views and unspoiled bushland await at Tunnel Tasmania, the newest guesthouse from Danish design company Vipp.

The coastal favourite from a Bluestone Lane alum brings the same community focus and Penny for Pound toasties to Balnarring.

Behind the modernist brick facade, you’ll find one-, two- and three-bedroom residences, plus a luxe wellness centre and a rooftop pool with views spanning Byron Bay from lighthouse to hinterland.

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.