The Josh Niland x Talisker collab has gone by so quickly, with the final event set for Monday, December 12. Join the seafood chef at Saint Peter for one last hurrah. Swim in the night’s unique, sustainably sourced seafood menu, taking cues from the distinctive flavours found in Talisker: salt, smoke, and spice. The four-course adventure features highlights like South Calamari with Yellowfin Tuna ‘Nduja, and a Valrhona Chocolate Slice with macadamia, blood orange and vanilla – all paired perfectly with Talisker. Book your spot now!

The CBD eatery is transforming its skyline digs into a Secret Garden, just in time for summer. The rooftop terrace has been re-styled into a botanical oasis, introducing a new sharing platter for long weekend lunches, complete with 2 hours of bottomless spritz between 12pm and 3pm, every Saturday and Sunday. Platter highlights include Ora King Salmon crudo, caramelised prawn betel, karaage chicken, and fish tacos. Visit therook.com.au to book your spot.

On Thursday, December 1 and Friday, December 2, South Eveleigh will host its inaugural Open Air Artist Markets. From midday to 8pm each day, visitors can buy wares from established and emerging contemporary artists, and enjoy live DJ music and food and drink offerings from the eateries and restaurants on Locomotive Street. Artists include Studio A, Catherine McGuiness, Katy B Plummer, Nicole Barakat, Lionel Bawden and much more – all paired with a bustling local food offering (Eat Fuh, Fishbowl, and Lucky Kwong to name a few). For more info, head to southeveleigh.com.

Sydney foodies rejoice! A massive lunch-fest is arriving next Friday, December 2. In the CBD, four individual event precincts will span George Street from Park to Hunter Streets – with a little bit of something for everyone. Featured chefs include Mike Eggert from Totti’s and Jordan Toft from mimi’s. Matt Moran will head the Western Sydney stop, keeping the vibes going at Commbank Stadium. Open For Lunch is a larger-than-life celebration of what Sydney CBD and Parramatta does best: food, entertainment, and bringing people together. Grab your tickets now at openforlunch.com.au.

The hotel’s flagship bar, Songbird, is bringing the hottest new dining trend to the WA this summer. Guests can now experience the unique flavour of Oscietra caviar from Sturia, paired with chilled Belvedere vodka for that extra boujee vibe. Ask servers how to best taste the duo in complete luxury. A 50ml shot of vodka and a bump of caviar is specially packaged for $35. For more info, head to songbirdbar.com.au.

This Sunday, November 27, Four Pillars is hosting their mates from Wolf Lane Distillery in Cairns, for a gin-citing workshop. Kicking off at 1pm, you’ll find gin drinks on arrival, followed by tastings of three Wolf Lane gins. Taste three more delicious gins from Four Pillars, then grab a bottle from your fave tasting of the day for 20% off. Grab your spot now.

Moisturising expert NIVEA has joined forces with Grumpy Donuts to create Australia’s very first lip-nourishing donut range. Each treat is opped with silky smooth buttercream icing enhanced with shea butter, sunflower seed oil and avocado oil. They come in four lip-smacking good flavours, embodying NIVEA’s iconic line – strawberry, watermelon, blackberry, and pomegranate. The doughnuts will be available in-store at Grumpy Donuts Camperdown, Saturday December 3, and Sunday December 4 – while stocks last.

Take your morning shot to the next level with this new hybrid gin. Coffee roaster ST.ALi has collaborated with Sydney-based Young Henrys to launch this sophisticated and soft blend. It’s a well-balanced love letter to both coffee and gin, showcasing fruity, floral and caramel notes with a smooth finish. Known for being one of the first to define the Melbourne specialty coffee scene, ST. ALi are thrilled to champion Melbourne’s early morning risers, and now connect with the roots of Newtown’s beloved brewers. Grab a bottle now at all major bottle shops, or online at stali.com.au – for a limited time only.