Category: drinks

A World of Gin at Junipalooza

Gin lovers rejoice! Junipalooza is back on Australian shores. This prestigious celebration of gin appeared in London, Hamburg and Sydney on a festival world-tour. Junipalooza is a highlight on my gin-fuelled event calendar. Samples are included in the ticket price…

Amphlett House Celebrates Spring

Nestled beneath the Ovolo Hotel in the ‘Paris-end’ of the city, Amphlett House recently received a facelift and is now far more than a standard hotel bar. Alongside the dark, refined and considered interiors comes a refreshed menu and wine…

Rooftop at QT Elevates to the Extraordinary

The Plus Ones were delighted to be ushered into a fresh chapter of QT Melbourne’s iconic Rooftop at QT on Thursday. The venue has been a luxurious mainstay of the city’s rooftop bar culture, and has lead the way for…

Maho Magic Bar, photo by Helen Orr

Maho Magic Bar

Imagine being whisked away to the magical neon-lit streets of Tokyo – but without the jet lag! Maho Magic Bar has returned to Melbourne for a magical bar experience unlike any other (but only for a limited time). Following stellar…

Sparkle into Spring at Shimmer Lane

If you’re looking for a taste of enchantment in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, Shimmer Lane is the place to be. This immersive installation, taking over Meyers Place from September 7th to November 30th, 2023, is a true testament to…

Pure South Dining Showcases the best of Australia’s Island State

Nestled alongside the banks of the Yarra River in Melbourne, Pure South Dining stands as a testament to the city’s vibrant culinary scene. The team behind the relaxed fine diner is renowned for their commitment to showcasing the very best…

What to drink this Winter to pretend you’re in Europe

It’s that time of year again when your social media feed is filled up with friends sailing through the Greek Islands, visiting sandy beaches in Spain or enjoying a summer music festival in Germany. If you’re like us and staying…

The Great GABSby

Ain’t no party like a SpecTAPular party. The Great Australasian Beer SpecTAPular rolled into the World Heritage Listed Royal Exhibition Building with literal truckloads of beer. I joined what’s considered one of the best beer festivals in the world for…

Republic of Fremantle launch at Beneath Driver Lane

Crafting good spirits is a labour of love that requires skill, a steady hand and unwavering attention to detail. This June, the award winning Western Australian distillery Republic of Fremantle have setup shop at the dimply lit late night cocktail…