Treat your underwear to an upgrade. Here are three shiny new Melbourne shops trading in bras, knickers and sleepwear.

Maybe Sammy is on the Italian drinks, Rosy Scatigna is on Italian menus that take you from early till late in the CBD. Order bomboloni and frittata, then quarter-sip Negronis, pasta and bistecchina with fries.

The back-alley Valley spot has all the ingredients for a memorable night out: a killer sound system, classic cocktails, a hidden entrance and a 3am closing time.

This month, Katie Spain is in Adelaide’s CBD for a Sunday lunch fuelled by vodka, dumplings and Polish cheesecake.

This neighbourhood cafe serves buttermilk pancakes with soy maple; eggs Benny with beef brisket; and fish burgers. There’s also matcha, Mont Blancs and cloud coffees.

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 Manly-born spot for whopping cookies and soft-serve is tripping north, with a Byron Bay outpost coming in time for Christmas.

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.