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Chef and food advocate Simone Watts has done it all—cooked, farmed and travelled the world—and now she’s landed at Barragunda Dining on the Mornington Peninsula, transforming the way we think about food. 

Beauty fans west of Melbourne are in for a treat and a Tim Tam. Adore Beauty is opening its second Melbourne store, and it's everything you love about the online store, with so much more.

This year is a real biggie for Formula One. Melbourne has returned as the coveted season opener, host to the world’s first look at seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton debuting his new Ferrari red get up while Spain-born Carlos Sainz embraces a fresh Williams blue. And arguably one of the best parts of the AusGP weekend—the end of race track walk—is also back on the cards. Winning.

Your go-to guide for maximising your time on-board.

The suburbs are back and they’ve had a major glow-up, blending state-of-the-art design, liveability, affordability, and modern convenience like never before.

So you’re ready to take the leap and buy your first home? Here’s how to find the right place to fit your lifestyle, your future, and your community.

Wine that’s good for the planet AND your palate? Now that’s something worth raising a glass to.

We asked mum and midwife Lauren Brenton for the hacks every toddler parent needs to know. 

Go behind the scenes of LA's biggest icons to explore the other side of the city of angels.

Staying in is having a serious moment, and dinner parties are getting a glow-up this year. 

Your guide to finding more soul-nourishing moments in 2025.

An Aussie-born chef and Singapore local, Peter Smit has carved a unique place for himself with his nose-to-tail cooking style. We followed the Dirty Supper chef-owner, to uncover what he does to decompress when he's out of the kitchen and off the clock.

This destination diner in the Southern Grampians is the very essence of local, Victorian dining. And it doesn't hurt that the surrounds are stunning.

Forget ordering pizza to your neighbourhood bar/bottleshop combo. Benchwarmer has completely smashed the mould on what to expect by installing an izakaya inside their craft beer haven.

Hint, it involves free entry, and we're here for that to send them off.

You've probably heard of it. It's Collingwood's hottest new rooftop with almost 360-degree views of the city, mixing a touch of glamour, a little bit of edge and most importantly, some bangin' cocktails.

In 2025, we're ditching the routine overhaul and making small, more realistic changes that stack up to a better year.

Tucked away on Japan’s southwestern island of Kyushu, Fukuoka thrives in the understated—a mix of old-world craft and neon-lit nights where every bite and every hidden corner convinces you to stay a little longer. 

As the action revs up on the track, we'll show you how to ace the off-track scene

Expect a three-course meal, inventive minty cocktails, wine and conversation cards to get to know your new mates.

"Carpark hangs, good chirp and a cold beverage to cap it off."

We're hosting a first-home buyers pop-up complete with expert property panel, DJs, and a stack of freebies from local vendors. 

Now a cornerstone of Australian surf culture, Nev’s story is one of passion, craftsmanship and an unrelenting connection to the waves.  

Thanks to those long couple of years we were grounded at home, we’re guessing plenty of you have clocked some serious annual leave days, so why not start thinking ahead and planning your next big adventure?

Love languages were conceived over 30 years ago to help couples better show up for each other, but the internet’s fascination with relationship optimisation has thrust these five acts back into the cultural zeitgeist.

Sail through the slew of new year birthdays and anniversaries with these tips for budget-friendly celebrating.

Your go-to guide for maximising your time off in 2025. 

At this time of year, who wants to spend a long shift in the kitchen sweating it out?

We wanted to really find out what constitutes a good burger, so we asked the masterminds behind some of our faves. It turns out that there’s a bit of a theme—a secret ingredient if you will—to all of the burgers we know and love.

Melbourne. We’re a city of laneway cafes, late-night restaurants and bustling basement bars—and arguably the world’s best food scene. And behind the scenes are some very talented women. But it’s not always roses for them. They’ve breached an industry that has a shockingly low rate of participation from women—in some areas of hospitality under 15 percent of the workforce is female.

We had to ask Tanuki's general manager Joong Charpentier the secret to his success—and the answer might surprise you.

Home to six diverse dining havens, the slick new entertainment hub has cosy spots for date night, slick breweries, and lantern-laiden restaurants. 

We’ve sussed out everything you need to know to ensure you’re ready to hit the the ground running in 2025.

For that loved one who has absolutely everything, Ancestry’s DNA kit is quite literally the fool-proof gift. 

Beginning in December, legendary tattooer Andrew Mcleod from Chapel Tattoo and his team will be tattooing individuals as part of an activation by not-for-profit organisation In Pieces to raise awareness around suicide and provide free mental health training.

We asked sex therapist Aleks Trkulja to break down the essentials to achieving a safe and fulfilling sex life. 

Eight years in the making and Chris Lucas’ mutli-storey CBD is paying homage to regional French cuisine, with a healthy dose of joie de vivre thrown in. Named after a French-style country loaf of bread, Maison Bâtard leans into its namesake and will focus on stripped-back, regional French cuisine. 

We had a yarn with Gareth Whitton about the top Aussie dessert businesses and pop-ups that he believes are redefining the world of all things sweet.

Robots delivering dishes, lab-grown meat and 3D-printed veggies—imaginations run wild when thinking about the future of food.

Though it can be daunting, hosting Christmas lunches, friendsmas dinners and milestone moments doesn’t have to be.

Put your best foot forward this year and beyond.

Lavish bouquet-filled tablescapes fill our feeds and online orders for bouquets are booming—the internet has transformed the floristry industry, and we’re lapping it up

Once upon a time, dinner was enough. You came, you saw, you ate, you drank. Now? Well, it’s an endless adventure with wild possibilities.

James is a proud triathlete, model, actor, disability advocate, Wiradjuri man and lululemon’s newest Ambassador. He shares lived experiences to champion inclusion and representation in media and fashion. Here, in partnership with lululemon, he unpacks how to dismantle stereotypes this year and beyond. 

Grab your camera team, because Sony Scene Festival just made a massive return to Australian shores. They've lined up over 120 events from a crew of Sony digital imaging ambassadors and industry experts, bringing the creative events platform to the masses.

Winston’s is the very reason Baysiders can start reconsidering the hike into the city for an elevated dining experience, because primo dining with a Euro flair has officially landed in Black Rock.

Ask any Melbourne fashion insider about their favourite M/FW show, and chances are they’ll mention the Student Runway. Why? Because there’s nothing Melburnians love more than discovering a hot new local designer. Every look that hits the catwalk is a true never-seen-before moment. 

So what is it about these little shops—some of which have been operating longer than most readers have been buying mortadella—that are so very captivating?

The team behind Terror Twilight and Hi Fi haven’t stopped, and their latest project is a day-to-late-arvo cafe and wine bar called Ophelia.

Kookaburras cackle as the clouds slowly drift down Mount Buffalo while we sit, swish a local bottle of saperavi and watch dusk fall on an enchanting spring evening in the High Country. We're at The Buckland Studios, a romantic kid-free getaway with stunning views of Mount Buffalo.

Serving up the perfect twist on French fare, Malin, Carlton North’s new mini fine diner would look more at home in a souk than Rathdowne Street, but it’s not the decor we care about, it’s their beef and oyster tartare, ballotine chicken, and coconut vanilla mashed potato.

The world would be a far better place if there were more festivals like Ability Fest, but for now, we can relish in the fact that the country’s most inclusive event is making a triumphant return this October, taking over not just Melbourne but making an exciting debut in Brisbane.

Make conscious and considered choices when deciding what to buy and give.

We went digging to sort the timeless from the transient, so you can nail the top runway looks for this season and beyond.

Ever find yourself in a sustainability bind when it comes to shopping? We’ve joined forces with passionate eco-activist Tamara DiMattina and Momentum Energy to streamline your shopping experience—from weekly groceries to gifting wish lists and finding that perfect party dress. 

When the New York Times names a city in their 2024 places to go, you pay attention—there’s something bold going down.

From Melbourne’s bustling cafes to Sydney’s vibrant brunch spots, all the way to Brisbane’s innovative morning eats and Perth’s beachside beauties, we’ve curated the ultimate guide to breakfast across Australia.

Next time you feel like rugging up for a snowy adventure, turn a day into a stay and soak up the best of Victoria’s wintery wonderland.

Feeling a little helpless about the perils of climate change? Us too. To take back some control, we’ve teamed up with Momentum Energy to learn more about how seemingly small switches can have a positive environmental impact. 

With one of the biggest days on Sydney’s event calendar just around the corner, join Urban List's City2Surf Run Club as we train to look and feel our best—from the start line all the way through to the inevitable kick ons.

Supper clubs have been taking over our feeds and flooding our inboxes recently and frankly, we can’t get enough.

Together with Kathmandu, we’re exploring third places through an outdoor lens this winter, to help you uncover yours.

We’ve scoured our pantries, consulted our nonnas and partnered with Sandhurst Fine Foods to bring a touch of the Euro summer to your dinner parties this year. 

Bakeries and baked goods have taken hold—but how did this mass-appeal genre of sugary, flaky, delectable sweetness rise to the top?

It feels like literally everywhere in Melbourne sells some kind of vape, so what's going to happen when they're banned from next week? 

The team at Velocity Frequent Flyer are giving their members (new and existing) the chance to win a sun-soaked escape to Hamilton Island for you and 100 friends.

The NGV Winter Masterpieces announcement is always a highly anticipated affair, in the past few years we've seen massive unveilings from a complete Picasso exploration, a journey through French Impressionism and more. 

The humble south-eastern suburb of Dingley Village will soon be home to a state-of-the-art wave park. The project, pending State Government approval, has since been given the green light after a five-year wait when it was initially pitched in 2019.

A work-office hybrid has become increasingly popular in recent years and for good reason, it’s convenient, flexible and even allows for extra snooze time in the morning. The Commons, a lead creative co-working space, combines the comfort of home with all the tech and social energy your home office might lack.

In the small town of Moama just on the outside of the Victorian border sits a stretch of the Murray river that holds a long and special history. 

Coming soon to Footscray is a three-storey beer haven from the gang behind Moon Dog. Not shy of a theme, Moon Dog this time are opting for a wild west aesthetic with the saloon doors swinging open in March—and it’s going to be twice the size of Preston’s Moon Dog World (AKA massive).

Starting your morning with a half marathon and an entire self-help novel sounds good in theory, but who has time for that?

He sent Australia in a manic frenzy last year, selling tickets in a record 3.4 seconds to 'secret' warehouse raves alongside headlining at Laneway Festival, and now Fred Again is back with his pop-up shenanigans. After a surprise show in Sydney last night, Fred is gracing Melbourne and we couldn't be more hyped

With the world once again open, there’s never been a better time to finally make good on your dream of living overseas. 

Keen to experience the best of summer but wanting to mix up that same old dinner party routine?

We’ve teamed up with Red Rock Deli to curate six perfect snack and sip pairings to suit whatever favourite drop you’ve had cellaring or sitting on your shelf waiting to be savoured.

An institution is a word that gets tossed around too often nowadays however there are only a select few around Melbourne who have truly earned this accolade. Cue, Mesa Verde.

Whatever your plans this summer, we’ve teamed up with TravaCalm to ensure you make the most of every moment this season.

If the new year has left you re-setting your goals and searching for more motivation, it might be time to switch it up in favour of a fitness routine you’ll actually keep.

Australia’s longest-running arts festival returns with a jam-packed program spanning music, theatre, dance and film.

Here’s what the motivational Instructor taught us to help you smash your fitness goals in 2024. 

Beachside bars, rooftop restaurants and chic shopping are just the start of a great Sydney stay—and this is the ultimate cheat sheet for the savvy traveler, who knows where to stay, what to do, and how to live it up like a local. 

In just a few days time, new-comer FoMo Cinemas in East Brunswick Village is set to pop corn for the first time to debut a new premium approach to the cinema-going experience that celebrates film nostalgia.

New Balance and the Australian Open have come together in a unique co-branded range of tennis kit perfect for helping you serve this summer.

Like the start of each new year, we set some resolutions and hope for the best, but Melburnians are about to have their 2024 attitudes stung with a fee. 

Say hello to Australia's hottest new hotel brand—Hotel Indigo, elevating the style game across the country. With 143 global hotels, the brand’s bringing its boutique vibes to down under with four new chic pads across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide.

As we brace ourselves for a scorcher of a summer, nothing seems more enticing than a refreshing dip in the pool. 

With help from Philips, we’ve curated a list of tips to level-up your already loyal routine.   

In a city that’s buzzing with bars, boutiques, galleries, theatres and high-end restaurants, you need a high-end hotel to match. Enter Hotel Indigo, Melbourne’s new laneway hotel smack bang in the middle of the action on the iconic Flinders Lane. 

With the average Aussie generating a staggering 540 kgs of waste a year, it’s time to get savvy with sustainability around the home. Waste Sorted is fighting the battle against mindless landfill teaching West Aussies how to be a GREAT Sort and do better than the bin. 

Taking aim at the conventional candy bar and the tired menu options of larger chains, FoMo is the brand-spanking six-screen cinema with a serious focus on food and film. 

The answers to all your questions and curiosities before you jump into your big e-bike purchase.

It's perplexing to consider the whopping 530 million containers that end up in landfill in our sunny state alone each year—fortunately the superheroes at Containers for Change are bravely fighting the fill, encouraging small local businesses to get creative and actively protect our precious planet. 

The culinary legend shares where to go for a no-fuss feed, the spots his kids would love to visit, and hidden gems for flaky pastries and cardamon buns.

If you’re craving la dolce vita but couldn’t afford Euro summer this year, we’re bringing the sunshine your way instead. We’ve teamed up with Peroni to bring you a slice of the good life from the best Amalfi-inspired spots all over the Mornington Peninsula.

Longing for an unforgettable, sun-drenched Italian getaway but cost of living stopping you from living your best Euro life? Thanks to Peroni Nastro Azzurro, we're giving you and four of your besties the chance to win an unforgettable Italian-inspired escape worth $10,000 to help you live la dolce vita.

Here’s five sure-fire ways to become dinner party hosting royalty in no time.

The crew at Kathmandu have a heap of new high-quality gear to help you do whatever you want this summer—whether that’s sweating it up on the beach, boogying at festivals, hitting the park for a picnic, or going bush. 

The team who injected a cultural pulse into Sydney's dormant Gold Age Cinema in Surrey Hills and transformed Melbourne Rooftop Cinema, have now set their sights on the grand and historic Lorne Theatre. 

Downright delicious dishes to whip up with your mates using creamy KEWPIE, silky Hakubaku udon noodles and spicy S&B wasabi. 

We reached out to  HBF Dietitian, Mary du Heaume, to fill us in on exactly what a dietitian does, who they do it for, and how it might benefit you.

In excellent news for the cinephile community of the Moonee Ponds region, Palace Cinemas has just announced that they'll be opening a new venue this Spring. 

Cooking dinner can be a tedious task. Thinking of something interesting (and delicious) to cook after a long day slaving away at work is often the last thing we want to do—which is why we tend to roll out the same recipes week in and week out. 

With summer around the corner, the Northcote Aquatic and Recreation Centre (NARC) is gearing up to welcome the Darebin community on Monday, November 13, following an extensive 18-month transformation. 

We’ve teamed up with the crew at BMW—who have just dropped the BMW iX1, their first fully electric SUV—to fill you in on the reasons an electric car is the right move for you.

To celebrate the release of the BMW iX1, we’ve teamed up with BMW to bring you the best (and tastiest) sustainable restaurants worth jumping in the car for. 

After nine years as Premier for Victoria, Daniel Andrews has announced his resignation earlier today amidst an impromptu press conference. 

A sure-fire way to end friendships and relationships, a giant real-life Monopoly experience is arriving in Melbourne. 

To all of you who kind of want to be more sustainable but kind of think it sounds too tricky, we hear you. We’ll admit that it can be tough to navigate what’s good and what’s bad in this crazy world of greenwashing and information overload, but it’s really not so hard to be the eco-warrior you always wanted to be.

To get you mapping out your cultural itinerary for the next few months, here are some of the unmissable cultural events in New South Wales to soak up this year.

You'll be adding this to your weeknight dinner rotation once you realise how easy (and delicious) it is.

Meat-free Mondays, flexitarianism, part-time vegos—there are a whole bunch of ways people are trying to embrace plant-based eating. And while some of us aren't quite ready to ditch meat for good, swapping meat for plant-based alternatives where you can is becoming more common—especially among Urban List staff.

We know, it feels like everyone is enjoying their Euro Summer adventures right now and the itch for a holiday is stronger than ever. If you're thinking of planning a getaway, we've teamed up with AGL Energy to compile a savvy list of tips and tricks to help you optimise your out-of-office hours while minimising your eco-footprint. 

To help you start mapping out your next New South Wales adventure, we’ve rounded up a bunch of the most exciting events to mark in your diaries.

Coco Pop-filled desserts aren't limited to chocolate crackles, though. There are a whole bunch of easy and downright delicious recipes you can make using this flavoursome cereal that all spark joy.  Uncover three of our favourites below and give them a go next time you're on the hunt for a crispy and crowd-pleasing sweet treat to share with your crew.

Looking for a way to shake up your wardrobe without costing the earth?? We've teamed up with AGL to share some top tips you can use to minimise material waste, reduce your spending and most importantly, refine your wardrobe.

Thanks to the rise in popularity of natural bathing, Victoria is well and truly leaning into its unofficial title, spa country. And soon, the great southern state will be home to Australia’s largest hot springs experience, The 12 Apostles Hot Springs & Resort. 

Get your greenest thumbs on and elevate your next shindig from ordinary to eco-extraordinary.

Set yourself a pledge to give back. Volunteering your time and effort is a rewarding, warm-fuzzy experience. The positives are endless: you’ll experience a sense of purpose, learn new skills, and connect with cool new peeps.