From specialty beans to trendy makers

Cafes de Colombia Expo, the most important specialty coffee fair in Latin America, takes place in Bogota, Colombia on October 20, 2023. Anadolu | Anadolu | Getty Images You might have seen yet another influencer coffee brand launch on social media, have noticed your colleagues making their own drip coffee in the office kitchen rather … Read more

How to host New Year’s Eve on a budget: Coles shoppers go wild over grazing platter range

With New Year just around the corner, Coles has slashed the prices of its popular platters range just in time for celebrations. Sydney friends Alex Hourigan and Sally McMullen shared the “lazy girls’ guide to hosting New Years celebrations” by ordering a pre-made grazing platter from the supermarket — with prices ranging from as little … Read more

Australian chef and restaurateur Bill Granger’s daughter shares heartwarming tribute

World-renowned Australian chef Bill Granger had seemingly inspired one of his daughters to venture into the food world. Granger’s second daughter, 20-year-old Inès, appeared to have a keen interest in cooking, taking after her father. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Australian cook and restaurateur Bill Granger dies aged 54. Stream the world’s best reality, entertainment and … Read more

Hugh Jackman speaks out on behalf of ex-wife Deborra-Lee Furness after death of Bill Granger

Hugh Jackman and his ex-wife Deborra-Lee Furness have surprised with the release of their first joint ‘statement’ since announcing their split in September. The former couple has issued the message to remember their friend, the late Australian chef and restaurateur Bill Granger, who died on Christmas Day aged 54. The Hollywood actor took to his … Read more

Australian chef and restaurateur Bill Granger cause of death was cancer: report

Bill Granger reportedly died following a short battle with cancer. The Australian chef and restaurateur, who was 54, was diagnosed with the disease months before his death on Christmas Day, sources close to the family told the Sydney Morning Herald. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Australian cook and restaurateur Bill Granger dies aged 54 Stream the … Read more

Production of Barista Bros drinks discontinued in Australia

A popular iced coffee brand has been quietly pulled from supermarket shelves nationally. Coca-Cola Australia has discontinued production of Barista Bros, which specialised mainly in iced coffee products. In a statement provided to 7NEWS.com.au, the beverage giant said the “difficult decision” was made after “careful consideration”. Catch the best deals and products hand-picked by our … Read more

Bad news for alcohol drinkers as tax on spirits set to rise

Drinkers are facing another hike in the cost of liquor, with Australia’s tax on spirits set to tip over the $100 per litre mark for the first time. Already paying some of the highest taxes on spirits in the world, Australians are being warned to expect further cost increases. WATCH VIDEO ABOVE: Bad news for … Read more

‘Ripped off’: The devastation left among Aussie venues after the Karen’s Diner’s collapse

“Don’t get me started on Karen’s Diner … Karen’s Diner behaved like total Karens.” Andy Pobjoy, one of the owners of Piano Bar Geelong, has bitten his tongue until now about his experience working with Karen’s Diner. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Karen’s Diner closes three stores. Pobjoy is just one of the people involved in … Read more

Sloe Motion: For Author Lottie Hazell, an Annual Gin-Making Ritual Guarantees Glad Tidings

The season, for me, starts in October. It is secretive, this beginning, as the rest of the world continues about its usual, autumnal business: school runs, talks of daylight savings, soup. I, meanwhile, am watching for the first sign of Christmas, looking for it on lichened branches. Sloe berries, purpled and clustered on blackthorn, their … Read more

Experts warn over danger of popping champagne, sparkling wine this Christmas

Partygoers are being urged to be careful when popping bottles of fizz this festive season, as experts warn corks could launch at up to 80km/h. An international team of ophthalmology experts say the warning may seem overly cautious, but eye injuries caused by cork popping can cause permanent damage. The new research by University of … Read more