Cloudy Bay wines and In The Roundhouse have teamed up to bring you the ultimate summer dining set. Inspired by Marlborough vistas and pristine landscapes, the set encapsulates coastal living to a tee. Featuring hand painted aquatic designs by Chesca Athas, a fine arts student at COFA, and inspired by Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc and Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir, the kit is all about effortlessly stylish entertaining. Each pack comes with four plates, themed menus and place cards, plus a bottle each of the Cloudy Bay Sauv Blanc and Pinot Noir. Order yours now from David Jones for $220.

Wine enthusiast and Australian national treasure, Kylie Minogue, is back with two new rosés, setting our hearts in loco-motion. Following the success of her Signature Rosé release in 2020, Kylie Minogue is giving the people what they want this Christmas – a Sparkling Prosecco Rosé and Côtes de Provence Rosé. With notes of fresh strawberries, raspberries and summer blossoms, Kylie’s Prosecco Rosé is bright, crisp and refreshing, and also vegan-friendly. Created in the prestigious Zonin estate in Italy, this is the perfect wine for a seaside summer. Pick up a bottle now for $25 at leading bottle shops nationwide.

Clear some space on your bar cart, award-winning non-alcoholic drinks company, Lyre’s, will add two spirits to their portfolio this season. With the rise in popularity of non-alcoholic alternatives, especially around festive season, the launch couldn’t have come at a better time, and they certainly fill a gap in the range of zero percent spirits on offer. The first release is London Pink Spirit is Lyre’s version of a pink gin, perfect for a twist on a G&T, or playful renditions of a negroni. The second comes in two parts: Agave Blanco and Agave Reserva – meticulously crafted to deliver a true-to-taste version of tequila (thanks to the notes of citrus, peppers, pine, spices, and oak), and perfect in a marg or paloma. Order yours from Lyres.com and Amazon from January 2022.

Besserat de Bellefon’s world-famous Champagne has landed at Dan Murphy’s just in time Christmas. While other plans may be falling apart in the wake of Omicron, we’ll always have Champagne, and this is certainly one for the ages. Besserat de Bellefon has been beloved by French sophisticates, celebrities and South of France sunseekers since it was first established in 1843, in part due to its soft, effervescent bubbles. The Champagne of choice for the Moulin Rouge and historic Concord planes, and a favourite of Madam Brigitte Bardot, Besserat de Bellefon has quite the CV. Pick up a bottle and pair with the likes of oysters, olives, cheese, canapes, grilled vegetables, barbecued meats and seafood – i.e. the ultimate Australian Christmas spread. Order now from Dan Murphy’s from $74.99.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with the whole family this year, at Northern Rivers mainstay Harvest Newrybar. Teaming up with local eau de vie distillers Feels Botanical, the Old Historic Bakery and luscious gardens at Harvest will transform into a playground for the young and young at heart – with food stalls from local businesses and live entertainment. Kids can catch a magic show from Shorty the Clown (balloons and bubbles guaranteed), while parents can swing by the pop-up Feels Botanical bar for a bespoke cocktail created by founder Blake Vanderfield-Kramer. Food includes Spanish tortillas from Ambruna’h, Peruvian snacks by A Chef’s Pocket, dumplings from Dumpling Baby and ice cream and doughnuts from Harvest. Local musician Mark Chapman will be strumming the night away and DJ SammyKC will be setting the vibe on the decks. Swing by Harvest from 4-9pm this New Year’s Eve, entry is $15 per adult, and kids are free! Find out more here.

If you’re in need of treat this holiday season, then look no further than The Pastry Project, a boutique dessert bar and cafe in Rosebery. The perfect pit stop for day or night, swing by for cake and cocktails six days a week, or a glass of locally-sourced wines and bar snacks on Thursday-Saturday nights. What’s more? On Saturday they also have a brunch menu for the ages – our eyes are firmly set on the peach melba parfait. Support local these holidays and pop by The Pastry Project for a snack and a smile. Find out more here.