Awards for Excellence recognise Victorian pubs
This year’s judges noted an emphasis on investment in staff training and infrastructure.
Matt Moran reveals first stage of Barangaroo House
The first level of Barangaroo House to be revealed, rooftop bar Smoke will open 15 December.
Maybe Frank opens its second venue in Sydney
Owners Vince Lombardo and Stefano Catino are also set to open a third venue soon.
Chivas 18 releases new glassware
Chivas Regal has collaborated with Andrew Simpson of industrial design house Vert Design to create a bespoke whisky tumbler.
Handpicked Wines launches rosé with Romance Was Born
The rosé, made in an unconventional style, is quickly becoming a signature wine in the Handpicked core range.
Sydney’s Cargo reopens after renovations
The iconic venue will relaunch on 4 November.
Gin Lane opens in Sydney’s Kensington Street precinct
Mixologist and bar consultant Grant Collins is behind the Gin Lane concept.
Goose Island collaborates with Boatrocker Brewing Company
The collab has resulted in the October Beer, a special barrel-aged ale.
Moutai’s cocktail competition top 10 revealed
The top 10 will now compete in Melbourne at the Enter the Dragon finals in November.
Census data shows growth in hospitality employment
There were 80,723 chefs in 2016 compared to 57,613 recorded in the 2011 Census.