Is there a platonic ideal for a medium-sized gathering of people? The cocktail hour has plenty to recommend it, including a lack of fixed seating and the ability to dazzle guests with a good drinks ...

Napkins in collars, a cigarette between courses, pulling out of a dinner on the day, a shoes-off policy – what’s acceptable ...

After 30 years in hospitality and 27 venues, the Melbourne restaurateur is bringing his flair and expertise to a gorgeous French cookbook. It stars this crème brûlée, which he calls “the grand finale ...