Is this the fanciest ice-cream sandwich in Australia? The macadamia parfait, honey crumble and salted caramelised white chocolate dessert is part of the latest Koko Black x Dan Hunter collab, in select Koko Black lounges.

Hendrick’s has announced the launch of their latest limited-edition gin named Midsummer Solstice. A unique blend of floral notes, it’s the perfect choice for light drinking as we prepare for summer. Always looking to celebrate the unusual, the brand will be taking over the Paddington precinct throughout spring, including a themed takeover of the Paddo Inn (renamed Paddo G(inn). Guests can also enjoy a bottomless lunch and complimentary spritz at other participating venues like The Bucket List and The Winery.

Join Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour and Laurent-Perrier this Wednesday (Oct 9) as they host an intimate Champagne masterclass with Tyson Stelzer. Work your way through five of the Champagne house’s best cuvées (including an exclusive Australian tasting of the La Cuvée Rose Jeroboam with Nasturtium flowers) alongside dishes paired by sous chef Jordan Hajek. Limited tickets are available for $180 per person and can be purchased online here or via email: champagnebar.sydney@sofitel.com

Kakadu is undoubtedly a place worthy of a spot on every Australian’s bucket list. First up, take a guided cruise along Yellow Water, exploring the beauty of the national park and abundant Australian fauna. Then, try your hand at the Northern Territory’s Million Dollar Fish Competition for a chance to win cash and other prizes. The friendly guides at Yellow Water are on hand to provide all the equipment and coaching you need, with a few fishing yarns to boot.

Beloved chocolate brand Green & Blacks is on a mission to make chocolate more sustainable. The latest addition to their range is a smooth collection of chocolate blocks in a range of irresistible flavours (think dark chocolate with salted caramel, roasted almond and mint). The brand is also in partnership with Cocoa Life, an independent program which supports sustainable cocoa farming. So the next time you reach for a chocolate bar make it one of these, and enjoy your treat knowing you’ve made a real difference.

Sailor Jerry is celebrating its first product innovation in 19 years, with new ready-to-drink cans. Available in two delicious flavours ‘Rum & Dry’ and ‘Rum & Cola’ its hit the Australian market just in time for summer. Expertly blended, irresistibly smooth and easily enjoyed, what could be better once the weather heats up?

Learn to make café-style coffee at home at the La Marzocco Home Open House next Saturday on La Marzocco’s coffee machines. Head to 104 Nicholson Street, Abbotsford, where the free class runs from 10am to 2pm.

A restaurant for locals, Arthur focuses on best-in-class seasonal produce and turns the notion of the degustation on its head to deliver a generous feast that falls somewhere between shared meal and traditional tasting menu.

Sally Obermeder and her sister Maha Corbett have a new cookbook out, Super Green Super Easy. Like the name says, it focuses on quick, accessible dishes packed with goodness with lots of vegan options. Allen & Unwin, $24.99.

The wines in the new Wolf Blass Makers’ Project are made with free-run juice, like the Pink Pinot Grigio ($20), and partial whole-berry fermentation, seen in the Reserve Pinot Three and the Reserve Shiraz (each $26) for fuller fruit flavour.

Neutral Bay’s rebellious new sports bar is officially open. House at Neutral Bay inside ‘The Oak’s, Taffy’s sports bar is the first stage of the institutions major renovations. The venue is kitted out with retro games (including the biggest foosball table in NSW), pop culture novelties and cheeky beer taps. Prepare to taste their unique take on pub-style classics like duck nachos and reuben sandwich spring rolls.