Experience a glittering slice of the high life at the newly opened Beverly Rooftop to celebrate the Melbourne launch of American Express delicious. Month Out. Far above the streets of South Yarra, enjoy signature canapes, matching beverages and live entertainment as you take in 270° views of the city skyscape at night. Book now.

Hosted at the iconic Rippon Lea Estate, the National Trust of Victoria is throwing its fourth annual Botanica Festival, 10am to 3pm on Sunday, May 14. The heritage-listed site will see a full day of enriching activities, artisan shopping, entertainment and delicious CWA scones. The event is gold-coin entry, with all proceeds going towards supporting the NTV in conserving and protecting Victoria’s natural, cultural and built heritage. Soak in the greenery and support local fresh produce as entertainers rove the open-air market. For more info, head to nationaltrust.org.au.

Megalong promises locals and day-trip diners an immersive food experience, brought to the table by lauded executive chef, Colin Barker. Barker was formerly head chef at hatted Sydney restaurant, The Boathouse on Blackwattle Bay. The menu heroes a sustainable farming ethos and changes day to day as a ‘moveable feast’. The 5-6 course offering mostly follows the form of a trio of snacks on arrival, followed by a series of simple meat and fish plates, a vibrant vegetable side and a fruit-based dessert plus petits fours. The set menu is $185pp. Matched wines can be added for an additional $115pp, with matched non-alcoholic beverages available for $75 per person. Book now at megalongrestaurant.com.au.

Scrap the packed lunch and head to Aria’s for a fancy midday feast, Wednesdays through Fridays. The harbour-view eatery is offering a two-course lunch for $120pp – perfect for wowing clients, or to celebrate a big win with the team. Menu highlights inlude Spencer Gulf kingfish, Rangers Valley beef tartare and Port Phillip Bay snapper. Reserve a spot now.

The Streets of Barangaroo is bringing back its interactive family-friendly festival. From 10am to 3pm on Saturday, May 13, The Streets will come alive with more than 40 stalls. Visitors can check out aisles of ceramics, prints, homewares and jewellery, all while supporting local businesses and enjoying free live music. Food stall highlights include Amber’s Food Wraps (a First Nations-owned business tackling single-use plastics), Bel & Brio wine hampers and Mama Liu’s Chinese chilli oil, lovingly made in south-west Sydney. Head to barangaroo.com for more information.

The dynamic team behind the Australiana bar has mixed up an exciting new post-work offering! The timebound menu features snacks for under $15 and cocktails for $6, and will run 5-6pm on weekdays and 4-6pm on weekends. Highlights include $2 Sydney rock oysters with desert lime and chardonnay mignonette, $6 duck croquettes and $15 chilli and saltbush lamb dumplings. Top it all off with a $6 VB or RHUBI and soda. Head to the website for more info or to book.