Category: SYDNEY

Darling Harbour hot spot Planar launches new bar and menu

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Posted: 11/08/2018

Ask any Sydneysider and they’ll be quick to tell you: there are few things better than a glass of wine and harbour views. Planar Restaurant and Bar offers just that: a stunning view of Darling Harbour and, from today, a brand-spanking new bar and menu. If you’re looking for a spot to indulge in a few after-work bevvies with your mates, Planar is a no-brainer: sink in to a comfy couch by the water, switch on a heater overhead if the weather is still a bit chilly, and order yourself a kingfish salad or some pulled kangaroo – or go for a pizza to share. Check out the new, super-chic bar and try one of the delectable cocktails: the Lychee Rose Mojito if you’re feeling a bit boujee, or the Happy Birthday if you fancy a sweet treat. As for the Smoking Skull’s Head…we’re told you have to see it for yourself to believe it. Of course, if you have a group of friends handy and you’re game for more than just an afternoon sipping and nibbling by the water, book yourself in for an in-house pizza- or cocktail-making class, hosted by Planar’s own mixologist or pizza chef. From making your own dough to learning exactly what goes in to the Lychee Rose Mojito, there’s enough happening at Planar to keep you coming back again and again, even on those overcast days when the harbour view all but disappears.

Category: AUSTRALIAN FOOD, CITIES, FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE, SYDNEY

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Death, music and an ugly clown: Rigoletto by Opera Australia is a must-see

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Updated: 08/11/2018

If there’s one thing you learn fast about any opera, is that a lot of them are sad and most of the time, people – if not everyone – die. So it’s no surprise that the tale of Rigoletto, brought to life this winter season in Sydney by Opera Australia – on until 24 August – tells the tale as old as time, but this time, with all the spit ‘n’ polish, the likes only the Australian opera company can produce. Though, stunning oscillating set and world-class costumery aside, it doesn’t detract from the fact that the loss for Rigoletto in the climax is the saddest of many deaths in reproduced operas of late; because it’s all his fault. With director, Elijah Moshinsky behind the wheel of this season’s production, the production by Opera Australia is every bit as unique as the hit aria of the libretto, La Donna e Mobile, which you’d’ve heard before… Dalibor Jenis takes-on the role of the hideous, clowny, much disliked Rigoletto, turning his renowned performances as the likes of Figaro into an award-winning on-stage display. As he encapsulates the role of the overprotective father who pisses a few people off as he goes through life, little does he realise the fate that awaits him – disproportionately driven by his own hand, by today’s standards – with the death of his daughter. The whole thing is really idyllically represented through the music of Verdi, who even at the time, knew he had a hit on his hands. First fury, then despair, then… Read More

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Pinchgut Opera is doing two operas and two performances in two cities in 2019

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Updated: 10/08/2018

Sydney and Melbourne are set to host the Pinchgut Opera’s 2019 season between them, from a program comprising of internationally celebrated artists. Pinchgut Opera rediscovers operatic masterpieces from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries and next year, the company will stage four seasons: in April, Pinchgut performs a concert of Bach’s Easter Oratorio together with Telemann’s Thunder Ode; in June, Monteverdi’s final opera The Return of Ulysses; in August, the multi-award-winning counter-tenor Valder Sabadus will perform in Australia for the first time for one night only; and in December Pinchgut will stage Vivaldi’s favourite opera, Farnace. It’s an exciting time for the production company who’ve made the baroque era of opera and the striking days of the countertenor their ‘bread and butter’ since launching in 2002 in Sydney. What are the opera about? Based on the final chapters of Homer’s Odyssey, Monteverdi’s late masterpiece, The Return of Ulysses, is an epic yet intimate story of love, constancy and sacrifice. This production will be directed by Chas Rader-Shieber, designed by Melanie Liertz, and features Portuguese tenor Fernando Guimarães, last seen in Australia in the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra’s Handel: Heaven, as Ulysses, a role he has sung to international acclaim. Australian mezzo-soprano Catherine Carby, whose performances have earned her rave reviews around the world, joins him as Penelope. Widely acclaimed as Monteverdi’s crowning achievement,The Return of Ulysses was his first opera for the city of Venice, with its humming network of thriving and competing opera houses. Gramophone has described Monteverdi as illuminating ‘almost every aspect of human experience in a way that was without precedent’ in this, his final opera. Vivaldi’s Farnace is a passionate drama of political and dynastic intrigue. In… Read More

Category: ARTS & CULTURE, CITIES, LIFESTYLE, MELBOURNE, OPERA, SYDNEY

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Catch The Morrison Oyster Festival in Sydney ’til 31 August

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Posted: 07/08/2018

Back again for 2018, the annual oyster festival at The Morrison on George Street is turning out all the crustacean goodness for lovers of seafood until 31 August. If previous years have been anything to go by, the oyster festival is a wholesome and mighty filling celebration of the humble molluscs. Now in its sixth year, The Morrison is expecting to serve more than 17,000 oysters each week, thanks to a bespoke menu crafted by executive chef and co-owner, Sean Connolly. It’s rocking a ‘Dressed to Impress’ oyster range, education masterclasses, oyster shooters and the popular $1 oyster hour each day from 6pm-7pm. They have even collaborated with Young Henrys, who have crafted a specialty CAPTAIN BARNACLE Oyster Stout, flaunting salty and chocolaty flavours. Oscar and Stocko, the brew masters at Young Henrys will also host a beer and oyster education masterclass on Tuesday 14t August, for those who want to know more about pairing with brews. The Morrison’s Oyster festival will run from Wednesday 1st August – Friday 31st August 2018. For a full list of activities and more information, please visit themorrison.com.au/oyster-festival

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Kenny Rens is the Japanese place in Woollahra you didn’t know existed

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Updated: 08/11/2018

If you know Woollahra in Sydney’s inner-east, you know it’s a quiet little slice of town. The streets are old and wide, with over-hanging trees; the houses are expansive and empty to add a bit of seclusion in the middle of town; and he restaurants – though few and far-between – offer something completely all their own in a format you’d be hard done by to find in many other parts of the city. Welcome, Kenny Rens. Lunch time at Kenny Rens? How amazing is this weather?! ???? A post shared by K E N N Y R E N S (@kennyrens) on Jul 28, 2018 at 7:09pm PDT Kenny Rens is a Japanese restaurant and bar, tucked away, ever so clandestinely behind a small cafe front, right next to the incredibly popular Chargrill Charlie’s chicken shop, you’d almost never guess it’s there. You enter through a dark wooden door and his little slice of Japanese gastronomy awaits you. ‘He’, as such, is not a real man, but the creation of local Sydney restauranteur, Nick Diamond whose travels and love for Japan gave rise to his new project. Hence the authentic atmosphere and look of the whole place. All dark wood, very moody and with the traditionalistic touch of a chef with the Japanese hachimaki – coupled with a drinks list that is as far-reaching as it is well done – what Kenny Rens offers is something new to the area, and new for lovers of far Eastern cuisine. Their latest menu addition, the Robata grill, is a… Read More

Category: ASIAN FOOD, CITIES, FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE, SYDNEY

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Good Food Month Sydney turned 20 and looks more delicious than ever

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Updated: 16/11/2022

Just after Melbourne was treated to its own Good Food Month Melbourne, and Canberra celebrated Good Food Month Canberra, at last it’s Sydney’s turn with the return for the 20th year, of Good Food Month Sydney! As usual, along with Citi, the city of Sydney will celebrate 20 years of unforgettable food events this October. The flavour-packed, talent-filled program shines a light on the influential chefs and restaurants that have helped shape Australia’s culinary landscape and the talent that will define its bright and exciting future. This year, they’re taking a retrospective look at how the local and international dining scene has developed over the last 20 years, celebrating the chefs, dishes and restaurants that paved the way and stood the test of time. Hyde Park Palms is a returning pop-up restaurant often associated with Good Food Month Sydney and can be found in the heart of Hyde Park North from 4-21 October. It’s a custom-made Palm Springs-inspired restaurant will play host to conversations with Australian culinary masters Neil Perry, Bill Granger, Christine Manfield, Stephanie Alexander and Ross Lusted. The renowned Sydney Night Noodle Markets will be back, too, starting on 4 October. It will be populated this year by the likes of Gelato Messina, Hoy Pinoy, The Original Korean Twist Potato, Mr Bao, Shallot Thai, Donburi Station, Waffleland, Wonderbao, Donut Papi, Eat Fuh, Puffle, Poklol, Chat Thai, Teppanyaki Noodle, The Wagyu, May’s Malaysian Hawker, Bangkok Street Food, Black Star Pastry, Satay Brothers McHenry Avenue, Grumpy G’s Kitchen, Chinese Dim Sum King, N2 Extreme Gelato,… Read More

Category: CITIES, FEATURES, FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE, SYDNEY

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STOMP is back at the Capitol Theatre Sydney for one week

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Posted: 02/08/2018

Percussion is alive and well! In fact, STOMP – the internationally acclaimed on-stage homage to it – is back in Sydney for a week-long production of an on-stage celebration of all things noise. Following sell-out world tours, STOMP is serving-up unstoppable energy and pure stage magic, according to some, in an array of music that comes from the most unexpected of ‘instruments’. Wordless, witty and fun, STOMP has become a global phenomenon. Eight performers use non-traditional instruments – everything from supermarket trolleys to Zippo lighters, plastic bags to garbage can lids, and even the kitchen sink – to hammer out an explosively feel-good rhythm. It’s pretty clever stuff. Catch the show from 31 July – 5 August 2018 at the Capitol Theatre, Sydney. See more at the STOMP website. 

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The Sydney Dog Lovers’ Show is back with 500 dogs

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Posted: 29/07/2018

The Sydney Dog Lovers’ Show is back again at the Royal Hall of Industries and Hordern Pavillion this year, which means the city is about to get invaded by crazy dog people. ALL the pets names, ALL the crazy owners and ALL the wagging tales will descend on the hot spot of canine craziness on 4 and 5 August with a new-and-improved program They’re expecting more than 500 dogs and over 120 breeds, making a puppy-lovers’ paradise for two whole days. The theme? This year, it’s all about ‘Dog Sports’ with the inaugural Sydney Common Woof Games headlining the event. Popular pet-lovers Dr. Katrina Warren and Dr. Chris Brown will co-host the nail-biting finals as K9s from four corners of the globe compete for gold, silver and bronze medals in Dog Socca, Dog Basketball, Dog Vault, Barrel Racing and so much more. If you come alone, you’ll get the chance to meet and cuddle over 500 beautiful dogs, including over 50 Breed Clubs exhibiting in the Breed Showcase. The crowd favourite Insta-Pooch Zone will be returning alongside the Dog Adoption Zone, Ask-A-Breeder Stage and Pat-A-Pooch.

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The Cannery in Rosebery has a new market series this August

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Posted: 27/07/2018

If ever you’ve needed an excuse to head to Rosebery in Sydney and see what’s up, then consider this it. It’s a small suburb, yes, but for what it lacks in urban sprawl, it makes-up for in gastronomic offering and artisan products like cooking utensils, storage solutions and mountains of kitchen paraphernalia. If it’s good enough for the likes of Stanton & Co by the people behind Riley Street Garage then it’s no surprise the venue at the heart of the suburb, The Cannery, is throwing its first special market day filled with stalls from independent artisans Sunday 5 August from 10am to 3pm. The beautiful converted warehouse space will offer a mixture of craft items, food products, gifts ideas, fashion, art and more from boutique stallholders among the regular list of premium brands The Cannery has become famous for. It’ll feature a range of childrens’ activities across the historic setting of the old Rosella Soup Cannery, including live music and a silent disco for kids of all ages to blow off steam.For those who’re just after some food and bevs, the likes of Welcome Dose Specialty Coffee, Grain Organic Bakery, Frenchies Bistro & Brewery (where you can grab a fresh cold beer as well as a delicious lunch) and Stanton & Co. (where a dozen oysters may go down well after perusing the markets) will be there all day. Entry to event is free and you should probably consider walking, riding your bike, or using PT. The Cannery Rosebery 61 Mentmore Avenue, Rosebery

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With Splendour vibes, the Your Shot 2018 DJ contestants are up this weekend

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Updated: 29/07/2018

It’s time for YOUR SHOT in Sydney! The DJ competition presented by Alcatel that provides a unique opportunity for Aussies to transform their passion for music into a career. It has launched the careers of world-famous DJs such as Tigerlily, J-Trick and GO FREEK, and this weekend will be back at the Greenwood Hotel, North Sydney on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 July. The folks fighting for the title were selected at registration days where they undertook interviews, without so much as a serious passion for music. They then train for 6 weeks at The Academy with some of the industry’s elite DJs, including NOY, Clueless, and Zannon. Then, the big day where they battle it out on the decks with a 25-minute set, which will see them go into the running to win a set at an International music festival including Creamfields (UK), Hideout Festival (Croatia), Snowbombing (Austria), ZoukOut (Singapore), The BPM Festival (Portugal), or CRSSD festival (US). The Sydney edition is set to kick off this weekend, with some stellar new talent ready to hit the decks. This includes Youtube legend Alright Hey! (Matthew Hey). A proud member of the LGBTQI+ community, Matt is a social media influencer who loves breaking stereotypes, pushing the boundaries and maintaining a point of difference in everything he does. The Your Shot Sydney event weekend will also see GODLANDS headline Saturday night, hot off the back of her Splendour set. Cazztek, the self-dubbed “Level 99 Dragon Bass Master” hailing from LA will be headlining the Sunday evening, with Your Shot his… Read More

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