“I think that we like to create venues that we want to visit and go to. I feel like we create them because they don’t exist in Sydney, and they are our hospitality fantasy places that we want to go to.” – Anton
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“We think that Centro 86 is an extra-ordinary tequila bar, drinks made with our MUCHO commitment to fun and freshness and a space that feels familiar and out of this world all at once.” – Jeremy Blackmore, Creative Director, MUCHO Group
Nestled at 2/71 Little Malop St, Non Disclosure Bar, has quietly opened its doors, offering a luxurious Gatsby vibe to regional Victoria. Boasting Art Deco design, this venue promises a continuation of Camorra’s legacy with sophistication and great service.
ULLO Pizza & Wine is the new venue by Oi Hospitality (Banco Manly, Corretto Dee Why, Bottled by BLOC) that is bringing a late-night vibe to the Dee Why Strip. Serving hot pizza, handmade pasta, local and imported natural wines, live music on the weekend and a Sunday slice club every week.
SPON features a daily rotational open-bottle list of 12 (primarily) wines, large-format ales and ciders, with two wines chosen by the house (a white and red) and the other spots to be chosen by the guests over the course of the day.
The pub will feature two televisions playing a variety of sports with one dedicated to classic 90s action films highlighting the golden age of Civic Video. “[The Magpie] will be a tiny sports bar celebrating all things Australiana with all the quirks,” says Wijesena.
The 45 self-serve drink taps include a curated list of craft beers, natural wines, house-made cocktails and also some non-alcoholic options. Guests simply need to grab a Buddy’s venue card and pre-load their desired amount to allow them to indulge in the self-serve beverage wall.
Odd Culture Group to launch in Melbourne & Open ‘Odd Culture’ on Fitzroy’s Brunswick Street this May
The group will open a unique iteration of its Newtown venue, Odd Culture – a bar and bottle shop in one located on Brunswick Street in Fitzroy led by General Manager and Melbourne hospo legend, Gerry Nass.
“This is an esteemed win for Stoli Group, setting a new benchmark for ultra-premium spirits globally. With hand-made precision, and cutting-edge technology, we are evolving the vodka category.” – Damian McKinney, Global CEO, Stoli Group
“We relish the opportunity to celebrate Waldorf tradition whilst evolving the brand’s experience with contemporary and engaging cocktail moments.” – Jason Williams, Creative Director of Proof & Company
Tony Huang, Tim Pope, and partner Aimee-Louise Pope didn’t sit idle during the long Covid lockdowns but set about refining their ideas and bringing to life a bar concept that speaks to their beliefs on what is hospitality.
Cocktail offerings include the “Wax on, Wax off” – beeswax washed Roku, Campari, vermouth, native lavender- The “Cereal Killer” – Makers Mark, cacao nib, cornflakes, wattle seed – and the “1839” – Laphroaig, crème de menthe, pastry cream, pandan.