Until Sunday, September 11, Darling Square transforms into a world of colour in celebration of the annual Moon Festival – a shimmeringly historical event many Asian cultures partake in. Featuring a Gong Grocer mooncake pop-up stall and live entertainment, this is a family-friendly fest you won’t want to miss. Many food spots in the area have also prepared various Moon-Fest specials, like Ume Burger’s pumpkin soft serve and Auvers’ mid-Autumn soft shell crab. Head to darlingsq.com/moonfestival22for more info.

Every Sunday between now and the end of spring, Osborn House invites guests to its immersive Fire Feast lunch. Running from 12pm to 4pm, Fire Feast draws from elements of South American open-fire cooking to shine a light on Southern Highlands produce. The theatrical lunch takes place next to the fire on the lower outdoor terrace, which offers uninterrupted views over the Morton National Park below. Menu highlights include an Argentinian chorizo sandwich on charred bread with chimichurri, and dulce de leche pancakes. Learn more and book a spot here.

This Saturday, September 3, Fiume Bar is celebrating Brisbane’s Riverfire with a lush rooftop event, for those who are looking to splurge on the ultimate night out. A Fiume Bar ticket gets you a 3-hour food and beverage package, with live entertainment and all around good vibes. The exclusive event starts at 4:30pm, with the bar then opening to the public at 7:30pm. Book your VIP spot here.

After your decked out Fiume Bar moment, keep the VIP vibes going at W Brisbane’s WET deck. This Saturday, September 3, hotel guests will get exclusive access to WET Deck from 11am to 8pm, to soak up the sun and capture some insta-worthy snaps. From 8pm til late, DJ Nestor Vargas will hit the decks, and WET Deck will open to the public for an epic Riverfire After Party. Book your room now at wbrisbane.com.

The most non-gin gin that Four Pillars has ever made is back. The 2022 version is just as unusually delicious, with new vintage grapes and an extra-aged gin at its base. After a successful first run last year, the Yarra Yering gin is here once again – we love a double vintage moment! The Four Pillars x Yarra Yering 2022 Bloody Underhill Shiraz Gin is available both online and at the Four Pillars Healesville Distillery and Surry Hills Laboratory for $175.

Oscietra Caviar, mauri mascarpone and a Brillat Savarin cheese scone topped with a 12-carat gold leaf, anyone? Available from 4pm to 8pm from now until Thursday, October 13, The Westin Melbourne welcomes an opulent new high tea offering. Centred around a holy trinity of caviar, cheese and chocolate, settle in for an afternoon of luxury treats, including a next-level smoke-filled box containing juniper and champagne-spiked King Salmon, slow-baked camembert, and a Black Forrest cookie gateaux. Oui oui. Book a spot now.

Marrickville Metro and Sydney Fringe have teamed up to curate Smidmore Sessions from Friday, September 9 to Sunday, September 11 – a collection of food and entertainment events in the heart of the Inner West. Highlights include the return of the Metro Markets and various Fringe Comedy Sessions. For something all-age friendly, a Family Fun Movie Night screening of Clifford The Big Red Dog will also be in session. For more info, head to marrickvillemetro.com.au.

After a successful run in 2021 (amid pandemic restrictions), Japanaroo is back! Originating in Sydney, Japanaroo hopes to strengthen the relationship between Japan and Australia through food, arts, tourism, education, technology and innovation. Set from this Saturday, September 3 to next Sunday, September 11, program highlights include The Matsuri Japan Festival at Chatswood Mall, and the Japan Expo 2022 at the University of Sydney. Check out the full offering at japanaroo.com.