Barossa fine wine auction raises almost $300k for mental health

Some of South Australia’s premium wines from the likes of Penfolds, Henschke, and Rockford have been sold at auction to raise $294,000 for mental health services. The evening event, held at Crown Sydney, featured a range of Barossa’s wines, including offerings from the storied cellars of Penfolds, Henschke, and Rockford. The auction, hosted by MasterChef […]

Revealed: World’s best cabernet sauvignon – and it’s an Aussie drop

Riddoch Coonawarra’s Pastoralist Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 has taken out the top gong at the International Wine Challenge – and it hits shelves from June 29. Australian winery Riddoch Coonawarra, located near the South Australian-Victorian border, has had its Pastoralist Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, named the world’s best Cabernet Sauvignon. It won both the Australian and the […]

3 Michelin-star restaurant to open exclusive pop-up at iconic Sydney location

In an accolade cross-over, the executive chef of a three Michelin-starred Norwegian restaurant is heading to Australia for an exclusive two-day pop-up at Sydney’s two-hatted Berowra Waters Inn. The executive chef of Norway’s three Michelin-starred Maaemo, Jay Boyle, is travelling to Sydney to cook alongside Berowra Waters Inn’s owner and executive chef, Brian Geraghty, on […]

Award-winning SA winery makes new play for the luxury market

Since its acquisition by Endeavour Group, Krondorf Wines has had a significant facelift. Now, it’s launching its 2023 collection – and making a statement about the exceptional quality of its wines.  South Australia’s Barossa Valley has a history as rich as the full-bodied Shiraz, which comes from the vineyards that call it home. One of […]

The Charles Grand Brasserie & Bar, one of Sydney’s last hidden gems

Sitting on the corner of one of Sydney’s busiest junctions, it’s hard to imagine any establishment could fly under the radar – but that’s exactly what you get from the effortlessly elegant Charles Grand Brasserie & Bar. A true gem from a seemingly bygone era, this European-style dining room and mezzanine offers a sophisticated experience […]

Bentley launches ‘once in a lifetime’ drive journeys

The luxury carmaker will offer exclusive experiences for those wanting to try out a Bentley for the first time, or for existing fans. The new travel series, called ‘Extraordinary Journeys’ is launching this month, with tours across the UK, New Mexico and Scandinavia to begin with, before rolling out more locations later this year. Each […]

‘Redefining luxury’: The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne is now officially open

The long-awaited opening of the Ritz-Carlton Melbourne has promised to “redefine luxury” in the city, and it doesn’t disappoint. The new luxury hotel may even take the crown as best Melbourne hotel, but only time will tell. The hotel’s designers and planners have been working on the “The Ritz” project for over a decade, and […]

Seven of the best luxury getaways on offer right now

From a round-the-world cruise to a luxury stay-cay in Sydney, these seven luxury escapes will stun your loved one with. Capella Sydney, Sydney Officially opening on the 15th of March, 2023, the Capella Sydney is a new, luxury hotel in Sydney’s Sandstone Precinct. Boasting 192 guestrooms and suites, each with standalone tubs, custom Italian Frette […]

Top UK chef Simon Rogan bringing residency from blacksmith workshop to the beach

An exclusive dining experience is migrating from one of the UK’s top restaurants to Australia’s iconic Bathers’ Pavilion in Sydney. Sydney’s Bathers’ Pavilion will host a five-week residency with three-Michelin starred L’Enclume, the UK’s best restaurant, and chef, restauranteur and farm-to-table pioneer Simon Rogan. From Wednesday 19 July until Sunday 20 August, Rogan will showcase […]