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FOCO is a ‘modern interpretation of what a classic cocktail bar should be,’ says Tom Godfrey

How two mates built a neighbourhood cocktail bar that became a home to bartenders from around the world.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 11 Mar 2026

FOCO owners Theo Quinn and Tom Godfrey. Photo: Supplied

“F–k it, let’s open them.” Why this award-winning whisky bar is opening unicorn bottles

On 16 years of whisky and being a ‘bartender refuge.’

By Fred Siggins

/ 10 Mar 2026

Whisky & Alement turns 16 years old this weekend. Photo: Supplied

Expect laidback times, Spritzy drinks, and harbour views at Martinez

We talk to bar manager Alex Reynish on what to expect, and grab two Hendrick's Gin recipes to while away the hours.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 27 Feb 2026

Alex Reynish at Martinez. Photo: Supplied/Nick Turner

At The Doss House, “the history in this building is mind-blowing.”

Plus two Hendrick’s Gin cocktail recipes to check out.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 24 Feb 2026

At The Doss House, “the history in this building is mind-blowing.”

How to buy a bar that’s also a video rental store

With a unique business model comes a unique opportunity.

By Fred Siggins

/ 24 Feb 2026

Champagne Video is decked out with videos you can rent. Photo: Fred Siggins

Who is opening in the Double Deuce Lounge space?

Plus: a new bar for Enmore Road in Newtown, and the recipe for El Primo Sanchez’s Banana Daiquiri.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 23 Feb 2026

There's a new operator moving into the Double Deuce Lounge site. Photo: Boothby

Fountainhead, a winehouse inspired by Italy’s Fountain of Tits, opens in Newstead

Brisbane’s list of indie wine shops is growing; add to that list this Euro-chic, education-forward winehouse by a pair of friends.

By Becca Wang

/ 19 Feb 2026

Fountainhead in Newstead. Photo: Boothby

In The Rocks at Frank Mac’s, expect Gin Fizzes and jigs

Gin cocktails go hand in hand with dancing like you’re on the Titanic.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 18 Feb 2026

In The Rocks at Frank Mac’s, expect Gin Fizzes and jigs

Year of the Fire Horse: How Melbourne’s bars are celebrating Lunar New Year

Cocktails, collabs, new menu launches and more.

By Fred Siggins

/ 17 Feb 2026

The Silken Fortune at Lost in Melbourne. Photo: Fred Siggins

After 10 years of trade, a huge party and last drinks for a Sydney favourite

The tiki popup Lost Luau will return in its place as Burrow Bar’s next chapter takes shape.

By Sam Bygrave

/ 13 Feb 2026

After 10 years of trade, a huge party and last drinks for a Sydney favourite

What to expect from Bar Cooper’s, the Snug team’s first evening venue

Cocktails with woodfired fruit, suburban hospitality lessons and what it’s like to navigate a beverage menu for the first time.

By Becca Wang

/ 11 Feb 2026

Bar Cooper's in Brisbane. Photo: Supplied

In pictures: how hospo prepped (and played) at Victoria’s Pride Street Party

“It’s been a long time since I did a shift where I was 20-deep at the bar.”

By Fred Siggins

/ 10 Feb 2026

Good times on Gertrude Street. Photo: Fred Siggins