Expect local seafood like prawns and yabbies, gently poached and served with wakame mayo and hot butter sauce, and eel pate on a glazed crumpet at this Surry Hills seafood restaurant.

Helmed by hospitality legends Andy Emerson and Jesse McTavish, the breezy wine bar in former sandwich shop Sandy’s is serving show-stopping Moreton Bay bug buns, obscure wines and beachy cocktails.

Bite, tear or twist off the cap for a stimulating blend of essential oils – including ginger and peppermint. It’s vegan, preservative-free and completely dissolves in hot water.

Garments are displayed like works of art in the spacious, minimalist store. Step inside to explore the new Fleurette collection, featuring bold reds, deep burgundy and soft blush tones.

We want to get out there, it’s true. And there are people leading the charge with creative events centred on food – and you’re encouraged to go solo. We chatted with some of the teams, and put together a list of our favourites.

Zac Ng was also head chef at XOPP, and he’s bringing those Japanese, Cantonese and contemporary Australian flavours and cooking techniques to this slick rule-breaking newbie.

Melbourne-based Classic with a Twist – which specialises in outdoor furniture, homewares and outdoor lighting – has added esteemed Danish maker Sika Design to its impressive inventory of designer brands.

Thoughtfully designed by Luchetti Krelle, RAFI is celebrated for its maximalist, youthful interiors and the fusion of creative concepts that may not align in theory. However, when these elements come together, they effortlessly form a cohesive whole.

They met at the doors of a comedy club four years ago and have been making each other laugh – and keeping each other in check – ever since.

Doughnuts are available in so many forms and sizes and, in our opinion, are one of the best desserts out there.