Nth Degree Club is bringing its private dining membership model to Australia, offering access to restaurant experiences, events and member introductions for $2,250 a year. Founded in London in 2013 by hospitality figure Robert Walton MBE, the club has built its community around food, hospitality, travel and shared experiences, with members meeting through private dinners and events rather than traditional business networking. The Australian chapter is being led by founding partner Carly Falconer, with membership providing access to the club’s programme of private dining experiences, events, introductions and the wider Nth Degree community. “Food has always been one of the most natural ways to bring people together,” said Falconer. “Nth Degree is about creating the opportunity to meet interesting people in beautiful settings, share a great meal and have conversations that continue long after lunch is over. We want to build a community in Australia that feels genuine and enjoyable, not transactional.” The club works with chefs, restaurants, producers, wine partners and hospitality personalities across both intimate dining experiences and larger events, giving members a more personal way into food and hospitality than a standard networking calendar. Members also receive reciprocal access to Nth Degree’s London community. Nth Degree Club Australia officially launched in Sydney on October 8, with its inaugural gathering held at Icebergs Dining Room & Bar in Bondi. “At Icebergs, we believe that a memorable dining experience is about the whole occasion, the food, the setting and the people around the table,” said Brittany Smith of Icebergs Dining Room & Bar. “Bringing a diverse group together through a shared appreciation of hospitality and good conversation is a wonderful fit for what we do. It was a pleasure to welcome Nth Degree Club Australia and be part of its launch in such a special Sydney setting.” Source: Doyen PR Find more dining out updates on Crumb Wire.

Jack Daniel’s is bringing a little Tennessee magic to Sydney Harbour, turning the Sydney Showboats paddlewheeler into a floating honky tonk for one night only. Jack’s Southern Harbour Hoedown will take over the harbour on November 12, with a three-hour cruise serving up live country music, line dancing, Southern-inspired flavours and sunset views across Sydney. The event arrives as cowboy boots, country playlists and line dancing continue to edge further into Australian nightlife, and Jack Daniel’s is clearly happy to meet the moment. Sydney Saddle Club will be on board, running two beginner-friendly line-dancing sessions, so guests can have a go even if their knowledge of the steps begins and ends with watching other people do them. Those less inclined to hit the floor can stick to the music, food and harbour views instead. The night also marks the national launch of Jack Daniel’s Southern Lemonade and Southern Peach, two new 4.8% ABV premixes made with Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey. Southern Lemonade has a crisp, zesty lemon flavour, while Southern Peach is smoother and fruitier with subtle whiskey notes. “We’ve brought Jack Southern Lemonade and Southern Peach to Australia, so naturally, we thought we’d bring a little Southern hospitality along with them,” said Jack O’Neill, Senior Brand Manager, Jack Daniel’s Australia. “For us, Southern hospitality is pretty simple: make everyone feel welcome, pour something good and give people a reason to stick around. We wanted to bring a little of that Lynchburg spirit to Aus, and that’s exactly what Jack’s Southern Harbour Hoedown is all about. One night on Sydney Harbour, plenty of good music, food, a little line dancing and, of course, a Jack or two shared with good company. “Whether you know your line-dancing steps or have two left boots, everyone’s welcome. We’ll see you on the water,” O’Neill added. Tickets for Jack’s Southern Harbour Hoedown are available now in limited numbers for $40 via Eventbrite. Source: We Are Different Find more food retail updates on Crumb Wire.

South Australia has officially joined the global Michelin Guide map, marking the Guide’s first-ever expansion into Australia. The Michelin Guide South Australia 2027 recognises 77 restaurants across the state, celebrating their craft, creativity and distinct sense of place. After months of anonymous inspections, the Michelin Guide has awarded one Adelaide restaurant, Magill Estate Restaurant, Two Michelin Stars. Ten restaurants have received One Michelin Star, 16 have been recognised with a Bib Gourmand for offering good food at great value and a further 50 are included in the Michelin Selected category. Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the Michelin Guide, said, “South Australia’s debut has been very impressive. It speaks to a food culture of real depth, where exceptional produce, skilled chefs and an unmistakable sense of place come together. “What struck our Inspectors was the sheer diversity on display – European, Southeast Asian and Japanese traditions sitting naturally alongside native ingredients such as quandong, lemon myrtle and native Australian meats, never as novelty, but as an honest expression of place. “From Adelaide’s easy-going dining rooms to the restaurants within wineries of the Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Clare Valley, and Adelaide Hills, fire is the thread that runs through it all – wood and charcoal used not as a trend, but as a technique that lets exceptional local produce speak for itself. “It is a food culture unburdened by rigid tradition, and all the more distinctive for it – technically refined yet relaxed, generous and unmistakably South Australian in its warmth.” Magill Estate Restaurant awarded Two Michelin Stars The sole recipient of Two Michelin Stars in the first South Australian edition is Magill Estate Restaurant, led by Chef Scott Huggins. Sitting at the base of the Adelaide Hills and overlooking the vineyards of the Penfolds winery, the restaurant pairs Australian produce with precise technique across a 10-course tasting menu, which may feature dishes such as sea urchin with snow peas and tarragon or spring lamb Wellington with kohlrabi. Service is warm and engaging, while wine is naturally a major part of the experience, with the Icon pairing showcasing the breadth of local winemakers. 10 restaurants receive One Michelin Star Inspectors awarded One Michelin Star to the following restaurants: Anvers Restaurant: In the Adelaide Hills countryside, the panoramic views are almost worth the trip alone. Chef Connor Bishop’s creative Long Story menu tells a story of modern Australian cooking, with Paroo kangaroo, Murray cod and flavourful damper bread taking centre stage, all paired with Anvers wines. Aptos: Set inside a fully renovated former church, Chef Justin James serves a creative, product-focused tasting menu over more than three hours and across three different rooms, with native Australian ingredients in the spotlight. arkhé: Located on The Parade in Norwood, the restaurant starts with cocktails at the bar before diners can take a seat at the counter, where Chef Jake Kellie and his team cook over an open fire. Dishes include Peking duck wontons with smoked duck broth and Eyrewoolf abalone. Aurora at ILA: On the ground floor of the ILA Visual Arts Museum, Aurora serves modern Australian food with global influences, with plenty of cooking over open flame. Seasonal produce drives the menu and both meat and vegetable dishes are handled with depth and precision, while the vegetarian options are given just as much consideration. Skillogalee Barrel House: Surrounded by the rolling hills and vineyards of the Clare Valley, Skillogalee Barrel House offers a distinctly regional dining experience shaped by the area around it. The kitchen works closely with local farmers and estate-grown ingredients to create contemporary Australian dishes. Botanic: Set within a former teahouse dating back to the 1800s, Chef Jamie Musgrave’s tasting menu is dedicated to showcasing some of Australia’s best ingredients. Esmay: Inside the Hackney Hotel, Esmay’s bright dining room has a relaxed, convivial feel, with counter seats giving diners a front-row spot near the chefs. Chef Alanna Sapwell follows the seasons while bringing plenty of playfulness and her own perspective to dishes, including calamari with kohlrabi seasoned with fish sauce. Hentley Farm: Set among the rolling hills of the Barossa Valley, Hentley Farm occupies a former barn where diners walk through the kitchen on the way to their table. Chef Kyle Johns’ Discovery Tasting Menu follows the seasons, with dishes such as flash-fried abalone over creamy tomato rice and tender pork with fermented blueberry jus. LVN Restaurant at Bird in Hand: Sitting within Bird in Hand Winery in the Adelaide Hills, LVN, named using the initials of the owner’s daughter, looks out over the surrounding landscape from a dining room filled with contemporary art. Open for lunch only, the restaurant serves a tasting menu from Chef Jacob Davey using high-quality ingredients, including vegetables from the onsite garden and nearby farms. Everything is cooked over live fire in the open kitchen. Maxwell Restaurant: Inspired by McLaren Vale’s four seasons, Chef Fabian Lehmann oversees a creative tasting menu at Maxwell Restaurant above the family-owned vineyard. Lehmann brings together his experiences in Europe and the Nordics with high-quality produce, resulting in dishes such as mussels with apple concassé, fennel and curry-flavoured mayonnaise or marron with chilli bisque. 16 restaurants awarded Bib Gourmand for good quality cooking at great value The Bib Gourmand highlights restaurants where diners can find high-quality, thoughtful cooking at more approachable prices, with recipients spread across South Australia. Adelaide: Africola, Bar Torino, Bistro Français, Golden Boy, Gondola Gondola, La Popular Taqueria, Noi Vietnamese Eatery, Pantry on Prospect, Part Time Lover, Parwana Afghan Kitchen, Stamps, Sunny’s Pizza Clare: Antidote Kitchen Kingscote: Tirage on Kangaroo Island McLaren Vale: The Salopian Inn Seppeltsfield: Fino Seppeltsfield 50 restaurants included in the Michelin Guide Selected Another 50 restaurants whose cooking impressed the Michelin inspectors make up the broader Michelin Selected list, with venues spread across the state. Adelaide: Agapi, Allegra Dining Room, Anchovy Bandit, Chianti, Fino Vino, Fugazzi, Herringbone, Huami, Kiin, Latteria, Leigh Street Wine Room, Low & Slow American BBQ, Luma, Magill Estate Kitchen, Odé Bistro, Ông Vietnamese Kitchen, Orso, Osteria Oggi, Pastel Wine...

Kinder’s latest eggs come with some very familiar faces inside, as Disney and PLAYMOBIL take over Kinder Surprise and Super Mario lands in Kinder Joy. Kinder Surprise has 18 Disney characters to collect as PLAYMOBIL figures, spanning Toy Story, The Incredibles, Aladdin, Peter Pan and Moana. Genie, Woody, Mr Incredible and Moana are all in there, making this one of Kinder Surprise’s biggest licensed toy collections yet. The PLAYMOBIL figures also connect to Kinder’s free Applaydu app, where they can be scanned into an augmented reality experience once the egg is open. The Disney and PLAYMOBIL collection is available in both single Kinder Surprise eggs and three-packs, with the collaboration running until January 2027. Kinder Joy is taking a different tack, handing its surprise side over to Nintendo for a Super Mario collection aimed at older kids. There are 23 toys and accessories to collect across Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Yoshi and friends, including backpack hangers, pencil decorations, highlighters, paper clips and figurines. The school-bag-friendly pieces make the most of a fandom that already lives well beyond the console, while a scan-and-play filter gives the collection an extra digital element. The other half of the Kinder Joy egg stays familiar, with creamy Kinder chocolate and crispy wafer bites sitting opposite the Super Mario surprise. Azzurra Puricelli, Head of Marketing and New Business at Ferrero, said, “We’re thrilled to kick off our biggest season of collaborations. Across Kinder Surprise and Kinder Joy, we’re bringing together the stories and characters families already love, from timeless Disney tales and hands-on PLAYMOBIL play, to the trend-led excitement of Super Mario. “With two iconic eggs offering different ways to discover, play and connect, there’s a Kinder moment for every stage of growing up.” The Disney and PLAYMOBIL collection leans more heavily into imaginative play for younger families, while Super Mario gives tweens and teens something they can carry into school, swap with friends or clip onto the things they already use every day. The Kinder Surprise Disney and PLAYMOBIL collection and Kinder Joy Super Mario collection are available now at major grocery retailers and convenience stores nationwide until January 2027. Source: ID Collective Find more food retail updates on Crumb Wire.