Dan Hong’s Lotus returns
Lotus 2.0 will take the place of The Fish Shop, which will close after seven years in business.
National minimum wage raised by Fair Work Commission
An increase of 3 per cent will see the national minimum wage rise to $19.49 per hour.
Seafood Excellence Awards nominations open
The biennial awards celebrate NSW's best seafood.
NSW Government to review Sydney’s lockout laws
The struggling night-time economy is costing Sydney and its businesses $16 billion a year.
New sous chef at Pontoon
The arrival of Marco Valcárcel Alonso coincides with a Basque takeover of the St Kilda restaurant.
Citizen Café opens in Murrumbeena
The venue is brewing Padre coffee and will serve breakfast until 2pm.
New rooftop bar opens in Circular Quay
Bar Ombré will put classic European cocktails and spritzes front and centre.
Scott Pickett opens Lupo
The venue is dishing up relaxed Italian fare cooked by a former Eleven Madison Park chef.
WA Small Bar Awards voting opens
Awards will be given out across five categories.
Hospitality Leaders program announced
The program for the summit has been revealed, with representatives from Momofuku Seiobo, Fink Group, Merivale and more to take the stage.