Your favourite pun-slingers are at it again, with the announcement of two new tinned cocktails from the Continental crew. And this time, we’re headed south of the border.

Introducing: The Mexi-cans – a spicy and classic margarita in a can.

With a gorgeous signature label by long-time collaborators, Tork Design, the Mexi-cans join the pun-tastic lineup of the Ameri’can’o, the Mar-tinny, the Espresso Mar-tinny, and the… Watermelon Negroni (not as funny but just as delicious).

A blend of Tromba Blanco tequila, Pierre Ferrand orange curacao, sugar, and super juice – a citrus peel cordial – the margs are batched and canned on-site at the Australia Street deli, the beating heart of the upcoming Porteno precinct taking over the strip in the Sydney suburb of Newtown.

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Acting as satellite venues, three new venues will occupy adjacent buildings to the Continental.

The first of the three new venues is Flora – a plant-based, all-day dining venue championing local produce, and coffee by former neighbours 212 Blu. Natural wine and Australian spirits will make up the drinks list.

Next door will be Mister Grosso – a seafood bar showcasing all the fruits of the sea with drinks fit for a fisherman. We’re hoping there’s going to be rum in these here waters.

Finally, occupying the former 212 Blu space, comes Osteria Mucca. Family recipes, handmade pasta, charcoal meats and rare small-production wines from cult Italian producers will be the stars of the show here.

Venues and cocktails ‘coming soon’.

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