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Wednesday 26 August 2026

3 posts · as it happened

3:45PMBen Esden

The live-fire chef behind Arkhé Jake Kellie is taking over The Grill at The International for one night only, flying in from Adelaide for the ultimate rockstar shift at one of Sydney’s most popular CBD destinations. Two kitchens cooking side by side over open flame, featuring what they’re calling “fire snacks” through to modern Australian seafood, beef, and black truffle. It's also the closing dinner for Winter of Whisky, so Johnnie Walker’s signature drams are expertly woven through the entire experience.Friday 28 August. $245 a head, bookings through OpenTable.

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1:53PMBen Esden

Chris Hemsworth knows Australian whisky is having a moment right now. In fact, more than a moment; it’s a curated culmination of nearly two decades of passionate craftspeople (and serious investment) that’s now hitting several inflection points at once in 2026.It’s why the Australian actor has invested in local legends Archie Rose – perfect timing as the Sydney staple put out its first aged statement whisky and smoky expression this year. Next move? Take over the US market. Go well, fellas.

9:18AMAndrew Udovenya

Salty Honey, how you thrill me... If you haven’t tried Sodii yet (flavoured hydration salts) you’re missing out, we love them in the office. They’re just opened a pop-up in Paddington for the week where they’ve got Sodii flavours on tap (go for salty mandarin) and their newest collab with Nature’s Honey, a salty honey pouch. Great for runners. 8:00am - 2:00pm31 Norfolk St Paddington 2021

Salty Honey, how you thrill me...
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