Chardonnay is a grape variety with a somewhat daggy reputation among serious oenophiles. But, fear not! BUTTERED: Aussie Chard Fest was a wine festival that didn’t take itself too seriously. The folks at Handpicked Wines, well aware of the bad…
Once the beverage of choice of Grannies and unwed Aunts, gin has been re-embraced by the public. Big time. If you’re a fellow gin lover, rejoice. From 21 – 24 November Gin Palooza returns to Sydney’s majestic Paddington Town Hall…
Held at Bar M in Rushcutters Bay, the launch of Disaronno Wears Diesel showcased the new limited edition bottle — a tradition for the past seven years. Disaronno wears Diesel is a limited-edition bottle of the famous amaretto liquour wrapped in…
Hendrick’s Gin’s latest libation brings new meaning to a botanical bouquet. The Plus Ones were invited to experience the deeply floral world of their small-batch limited edition release ‘Midsummer Solstice’ ‘ — it’s Hendrick’s newest gin in 20 years, and a product…
Do you struggle to decide whether to enjoy your me-time at the end of the day with a glass of wine or a cup of tea? Well, thanks to Pernod Ricard and the popular organic tea company The Rabbit Hole…
DOPA is hands-down, Sydney’s dopest Japanese donburi eatery. Set in Sydney’s newest ‘street-eats’ precinct, Darling Square — its 70-seater venue with banquet, bar and outdoor options provides the best in casual dining. If you don’t know of donburi, it’s Japan’s most…
For many of us, Mother’s Day is a day to celebrate the women who have been and continue to be our biggest supporters. Luckily for my Mum and I we were invited to an afternoon of bottomless Tia Maria espresso…
The classic gin and tonic is a classic for a reason. With more and more artisanal and craft gin popping up all over Australia and the world, The Plus Ones were invited to learn all things gin with one of…
Dawes Point, The Rocks played host to Australia’s first Cinco de Mayo food festival, Tacos N Tequila, celebrating authentic Mexican street food with a stunning view. On offer on its opening night was authentic Mexican culinary options as well as America-Mexican fusion….
Woodford Reserve Bourbon isn’t manufactured, it’s crafted. In the same spirit of artisanal perfection, the brand teamed up with the culinary masters of Rockpool Dining Group — to bring a unique “Barrel to Banquet” Tasting Dinner to a “small batch” of us….