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East Village Hotel, the 100-year-old pub on Palmer St, Darlinghurst, with a slew of past lives, has been reborn as a slick three-storey playground. Publicans James Bodel and Locky Paech, of West Village in Petersham, have given each floor, including the rooftop terrace, its own menu.

Sparkling wines have long been the fashion world’s preferred tipple, so it makes sense Brown Brothers would collaborate with accessories brand MIMCO. Look for its signature polka dots on the limited edition prosecco and prosecco rosé, from liquor retailers and brownbrothers.com.au.

Expect great food and coffee at the next Melbourne Design Market. To be held on November 6 at Fed Square, the vendors will include The Tin Shed Charcuterie selling patés, terrines and preserves, and The Bean Alliance serving up organic coffee. melbournedesignmarket.com.au

Ladurée’s beautifully boxed gourmet macarons are heading to Melbourne. The luxe Parisian patisserie is setting up this month in the Chadstone redevelopment. The store will have a 12m domed ceiling, a marble bar to seat nine and an opulent French- inspired tearoom for 21.

Join chef Christine Manfield as she talks about her book A Personal Guide To India And Bhutan and prepares an Indian feast inspired by her gastronomic travels to the subcontinent at Bucci Restaurant, Fortitude Valley, November 16, 6.30pm. Bookings: 3252 7848.

Wine expert Andrew Scott demystifies wine tasting in an interactive workshop on November 1 at Golden Pig. Learn the tips and tactics you need to talk more confidently about wine, and master a whole new vocabulary. Cost $85, goldenpig.com.au.