Sydney’s O Bar & Dining is taking Vivid to another level this year with florescent cocktails and lighting throughout, and the staff are even taking part with glow in the dark shoes. Couple that with 360 degree views of the light shows throughout the city and you’ve got one night to remember.

Derived from philos meaning ‘friend’ philé is a lifestyle label that was founded in Bondi in 2017. The focus is on luxury for the everyday – a collection of pure cashmere serviceable objects that are as beautiful as they are handy (particularly when it comes to that pesky long haul travel). The line currently incorporates blankets and scarves, shaped from timeless patterns and shades. The full range is available online at phile.com.au.

Margan’s Vermouth Masterclasses show enthusiasts how to build three vermouth-based classics, using the winery’s own drops. Part of the Hunter Valley Wine and Food Festival, they’re held every Saturday till the end of June.

The rebooted Collaroy reopened last week on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Vincenzo Biondini and Jordan Toft (pictured) serve laid-back eats such as pizza, and seafood and meats from the charcoal grill, with a side of sea views.

The Deck restaurant within Luna Park at Milson’s Point, right underneath the Harbour Bridge is a prime spot to view Vivid this year, with views across to the Opera House as well as Sydney CBD. To celebrate Luna Park joining in the Vivid precinct for the first time, a Vivid special is offered to diners who pre-book The Deck’s two course ($55) or three course ($70) meals, with diners receiving a free single ride ticket along with free parking validation as well.

Socialising while laying off the booze is easier with The Bucha of Byron. Served in bars, bottled or on tap, the Byron Bay-brewed kombucha looks like beer, but comes with probiotics, in original and lemon-myrtle flavour.

Bondi’s modern Australian restaurant, Drake Eatery turns three this June and is celebrating with a series of wintry ‘Duck and Pinot nights’, a weekly duck special and a glass of red for $35. Chef, Ian Oakes has created comfort classics like duck ragu and duck pie as well as duck ramen and crispy duck legs with blood orange and szechuan salt.

Alla Wolf-Tasker marks 30 years of her fêted Lake House in Victoria’s Daylesford with her new book Three Decades On, a glossy celebration of the region and the restaurant and retreat. $69.95 at lakehouse.com.au.

Think inside the box in the best way at Kisumé. For weekday lunch until 5pm, the Flinders Lane firecracker has three new luxe bento boxes, with miso and a pot of sencha tea. From $36.50.

Rebel Blue has just opened the doors to their Chapel Street restaurant. The modern venue is a long way from your average Greek Taverna with a light menu, made up of small bites and dishes bursting with flavour and Greek spirit. Plates of chargrilled octopus with white bean puree and feta-filled filo with wild blueberries, honey and sesame are accompanied by long-term Greek favourites such as Saganaki and feta-pimped fries. Interior photo by Alex Drewniak.

Cheese and pizza masterclasses, wine tastings and top chefs such as Matt Moran and Miguel Maestre converge at the Good Food & Wine Show at Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre this Friday to Sunday.

To celebrate National Burger Day, Rude Boy burger joint have dropped a brand new burger called ‘Roo Boy’. To top it off, they are giving away the first 200 ‘Roo Boy’ burgers for FREE today! The burger consists of pulled slow cooked barbecued Kangaroo with a smashed Wagyu patty & homemade smoked bush tomato relish topped with grilled Australian cheddar.

Casual dining restaurant chain RASHAYS has introduced a new hard-of-hearing-friendly policy across its 22 Australian restaurants. Initially led by one franchisee, RASHAYS is working towards implementing a mandatory policy for all staff to learn basic Auslan – Australian sign language, allowing those with hearing disabilities to better communicate with staff and eat out more easily.

Starting from 1st June 2018 all through the winter months, radii restaurant at Park Hyatt Melbourne will be hosting winter BYO Dinners every Monday to Friday. Bring along your favourite bottle to enjoy with no corkage fee when you dine at radii restaurant. Winter BYO Dinners at radii restaurant will be accompanied by winter warming roasts from the restaurant’s signature wood fired oven. Those wishing to be surprised are recommended the ‘Feed Me’ menu of seasonal delights prepared by Chef Craig Sung and his culinary team.

Betty’s Burgers & Concrete Co. has announced plans to open its second restaurant in Sydney at Castle Towers Shopping Centre. Opening its first restaurant in Sydney’s Darling Harbour almost 1 year ago, Betty’s Burgers has built a league of loyal fans who often brace large queues to get their hands on one of the brands signature burgers or shakes. Betty’s Burgers Castle Towers will offer the same menu as the original Noosa restaurant, and locals will be able to enjoy their meal in a restaurant that offers the same relaxed, holiday vibe Betty’s Burger’s is renowned for. The restaurant opening date is yet to be confirmed, however it’s rumoured to be sometime this July. Watch this space burger fans.