The name might not be as familiar as Veuve Clicquot, Möet & Chandon or Taittinger, but it turns out Nicolas Feuillatte (pronounced foy-uaht) is actually the best-selling Champagne in France – and now you can buy it in Australia. The Sélection Brut reveals notes of white fruit, apple and raspberry with an appealing freshness, while the Grande Reserve Rosé is known for its fruitiness and soft, supple character. Pair with cheese, seafood or red fruit desserts for a taste of Paris year-round. Nicolas Feuillatte Sélection Brut is priced at $49.99 and the Grande Reserve Rosé for $69.99 from Dan Murphy’s stores nationwide.

Award-winning, zero-waste chef (and Federation Square Greenhouse resident) Matt Stone is hosting a free virtual masterclass this month to celebrate National Barramundi Day. Hosted on October 21, the masterclass will see Matt demonstrate how to break down a whole barramundi, plus guide attendees through how to cook his signature crispy barra burger. Matt will provide both culinary beginners and experts with tips and tricks for perfecting all types of barramundi recipes, and guests will also have a chance to ask Matt their burning questions during a live Q&A. 60% of the barra eaten in Australia is imported, and Matt’s masterclass is part of the broader National Barramundi Day campaign to support Aussie farmers. Register for free here.

Pack up the winter reds and clear the fridge, Sunny Eddy’s summery gin seltzers are calling. Hailing from the Northern Beaches, Sunny Eddy makes Australia’s first gin-based hard seltzer, the ultimate alternative to the classic G&T. The secret recipe is a triple-distilled Australian gin made with juniper and native lemon myrtle, which pairs perfectly with the three crisp (and natural) flavours in the range: lime and cucumber; crisp pink apple; and blood orange and grapefruit. Each seltzer is just 76 calories, totally sugar and gluten free, and only 4% ABV, so you can kick on all summer long. Grab your Sunny Eddy Gin Seltzers through select independent retailers or for $6 per can here.

If you look to the harbour for your summer kicks, why not head to the most glorious of all? Sydney Harbour will play host to the SailGP this December, which is basically an excuse to drink rosé all day on the water. There are a range of packages to choose from, so you can get in on the fun your way – our pick is aboard a luxury yacht, or with a gourmet food hamper on Shark Island. In 2020, SailGP attracted more than 25,000 spectators, and as Sydney emerges from lockdown, this year’s event is set to be bigger than ever. Explore all the packages available here.

Bring the sunshine to your picnic this October with Kitchen by Mike’s new takeaway offering. Designed to feed four adults or a family of five, the Sunshine Box features all your warm weather favourites, packaged together for the ultimate alfresco feast. The menu rotates each week so you can bring something new to each weekend get together, but each box includes a loaf of Mike’s famous sourdough, plus four plentiful savoury dishes and a seasonal cake for dessert. Order your box ($250) now for delivery this Friday, and prepare to impress. Grab yours here.

As dinner parties begin to kick off again Woolies has announced a new range of dry aged pork product available in-store and online. Dry ageing is a method previously reserved for pioneering restaurants and premium butcheries, marking a levelling-up of the butchery products in supermarkets. Borrowdale dry aged pork loin and scotch steaks are priced from just $10 per kg and available across NSW, VIC and SA. Shop now from Woolworths.