Travel & Lifestyle

Archie Rose launches Hunter Valley Shiraz Spirit to support bushfire recovery

In light of the devastation 19/20 Australian, Sydney’s Archie Rose Distilling Co. will be releasing a three-part series dedicated to the Hunter Valley wine community and its enduring spirit. Hunter Valley Shiraz is an Eau de Vie distilled spirit and the first product in the series. The release also augments their latest range, the Trials…

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Flora Farms Los Cabos

Cocktail recipes from the best bars in Los Cabos, Mexico

Domestic travel is on the cusp of a resurgence with states across Australia beginning to relax lockdown measures. International travel? That’s a different story. With many countries around the world struggling in the fight against COVID-19, we’ve been given conflicting information on when international travel will resume to a sense of normalcy anytime soon. Some…

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Review: Cacao, Coconut, Raisin, and Almond Tart from COMO Shambhala

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Etihad Airways introduce new flights between Sydney and London

As part of restarting their extensive network, Etihad Airways has announced a number of new services and special flights operating to and from its home hub of Abu Dhabi. This includes a new Sydney to London via Abu Dhabi service, in addition to the newly introduced Melbourne-London route. Throughout May and June, Etihad will increase…

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Dine With Them: Five reopened restaurants and cafes in Sydney (Week One)

Over the next few weeks, the AU review will be highlighting five different restaurants in different cities that have re-opened after weeks of devastation. Acting in accordance with current health measures, each of these venues have opened to ten dine-in customers at a time and are following strict hygiene standards to adapt to the ongoing…

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Recipe: Classic Margarita from Ella Canta in InterContinental London Park Lane

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Qatar Airways COVID-19

Qatar Airways detail strict COVID-19 health measures, including mandatory masks

While airlines around the world start to lay out their new health regulations, Qatar Airways has announced what may be some of the tightest measures by an airline yet. This includes hazmat suits worn by cabin crew over their regular uniform, and passengers must wear a mask on board otherwise face a rather high fine…

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Lonely Planet makes armchair travel easier with new video streaming platform

Across decades, Lonely Planet has built up an incredible bank of award-winning travel shows and videos in addition to their ubiquitous guides. Now, the Australian-born company has launched their first-ever travel-only video streaming platform which features over 350 episodes of pure wanderlust and cultural immersion. Given the prospects of international travel are still vague, Lonely…

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Qantas

Qantas and Jetstar prepare for return of domestic travel with new COVID-19 measures

Qantas Group has today announced a range of strict health measures to prepare for when domestic travel resumes. Both Qantas and Jetstar will be implementing a new “Fly Well” program to ensure a safe travel environment and give travellers peace of mind as state border restrictions after lifted across the country. This includes masks on…

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Matt Moran teams up with Harris Farm for weekly virtual cooking classes

Given we’re all trying to be pro chefs right now, as lockdown continues despite slight easing of restrictions, one of Australia’s finest culinary minds is about to lend us his considerable talents. Teaming up with Harris Farm, Matt Moran is pushing forth with weekly virtual cooking classes every evening, aimed at helping viewers up their…

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Recipe: Wai Tom Donu (Water Dip Coral Trout) from Fiji

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Maine Seafood Chowder

Recipe: How to make authentic Maine Seafood Chowder

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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More Merivale restaurants join group’s growing takeaway portfolio

Merivale’s newly formed “Just in Delivery” service is slowly bringing some of the group’s most popular venues back to life, offering menus so diners can enjoy almost-ready meals from the comfort of their homes. The new menus take in the likes of Bar Totti’s, Lotus 2.0, Mr Wong, Coogee Pavilion, and Merivale newcomer Jimmy’s Falafel,…

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Hunter Valley’s Talits Estate launches virtual wine tastings

Hunter Valley’s award winning Talits Estate has launched virtual wine tastings for the opening of their Cellar Door. The family-owned vineyard is situated on an extensive 26-acres with inspired French Provincial décor surrounded by beguiling bush land. Wine packages are now available and will be delivered directly to your doorstep. Live virtual sessions will be…

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Recipe: Arnott’s has revealed how to make Iced VoVo biscuits

The most famous pink and red biscuits in Australia can now be remade at home with the official recipe for Iced VoVo. The iconic Arnott’s treat is the latest to be demystified by the Aussie brand as part of their generous series revealing once-secret recipes for those in lockdown. That eternal favourite combination of marshmallow,…

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Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways restarts several Australian services this week

Qatar Airways will resume some of their Australian services starting Wednesday 20th May. The announcement follows the airline’s approval to operate to Brisbane, granted back in early April when the carrier helped take over 5,000 people home in the face of tough state borders. This is, of course, part of the gradual restart of services…

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The Arcade Restaurant, Memphis

Recipe: Sweet Potato Pancakes from The Arcade Restaurant in Memphis

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Virgin Australia

You can now use your Velocity points with Virgin Australia again

Following a four-week ban placed on Velocity members redeeming points with Virgin Australia, the airline is now allowing frequent flyers to use the virtual currency to book domestic flights. Of course, this is all contingent on the troubled airline being sold soon, but things do at least look promising with several potential buyers on the…

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Emirates resumes passenger flights to Australia with strict health measures

Emirates has become the latest international carrier to pick up some key routes following the relaxation of lockdowns around the world. This includes flights into, and out of, Sydney and Melbourne. After the current pandemic forced them to cut some of their most valuable services, Emirates plans to restart services from 21st May, including to…

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Recipe: Kaeng Khiao Wan from Amari Hotels, Thailand

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Tourism Australia launches new streaming campaign ‘Live From Aus’

Over the next three days, Tourism Australia will unleash a diverse live program of virtual travel experiences, showcasing a huge range of the country’s best to inspire domestic travel once restrictions lift. Anyone with an internet connection can discover a wide range of Australian experiences across everything from nature to music, world-class food and, of…

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Recipe: Fry Sauce – a legendary condiment in Utah

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Recipe: Pasiflora Cocktail from Los Cabos luxury resort “Solaz”

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Texas Chilli

Recipe: How to make authentic Texas chilli

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Qatar Airways offers 100,000 free international flights to frontline healthcare workers

Qatar Airways has committed 100,000 free international flights to frontline healthcare professionals across the globe. As the airline’s way of expressing gratitude for their heroic work during the ongoing pandemic, complimentary economy class return tickets are being offered, with full flexibility on destinations and travel dates up until the end of this year. There’s even…

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Recipe: Duke’s award-winning Clam Chowder from Seattle

During these unprecedented times, when staying at home is of the utmost importance, us here at The AU Review are going to be doing everything we can to help readers live their best lives, indoors. As with many other media companies who typically focus on getting folks out and about, we’re shifting to adapt to…

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Etihad resumes flights between Australia and London this week

As of 15th May, Etihad Airways will officially operate a regular schedule service from Melbourne to London Heathrow, via its home hub of Abu Dhabi. The move comes as border restrictions begin to cautiously relax in wake of stabilising COVID-19 cases, and Governments begin to plan for further loosening of lockdowns. In addition, as of…

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No. 5 Restaurant and Archie Rose are doing “Date Night” packages every Thursday

Alexandria-based No. 5 Restaurant, Winner of the AGFG People’s Choice Award 2020, has teamed up with the ever-reliable Archie Rose to put together “Date Night” food and drink packages for at-home diners every Thursday. Priced at $99, the packages are available every Thursday of this month, and will rotate each week but generally contain numerous…

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Mamasita

Mamasita and Hotel Jesus team up for “Greatest Hits” delivery menu

Melbourne favourites Mamasita and sibling restaurant Hotel Jesus have teamed up to curate a special “staff favourites” menu now being offered for pick up and delivery. The collaboration includes a generous selection of Mexican ‘slow food’ dishes that have been carefully packed and proportioned so diners can share at home. This sits alongside signature margaritas,…

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Matt Moran’s Chiswick Woollahra now doing at-home dining

Sydney’s beloved Chiswick now has its own flavour-packed home menu, curating some of the kitchen’s most reliable meals to at-home diners across the city. Dinner specials created by Matt Moran feature alongside new desserts, salads, roasts, and of course Chiswick’s signature lamb. The menu will be available for pick up from the Woollahra restaurant from…

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