Not only does Adelaide play home to one of the best wine regions of the world in the Barossa Valley, but it has some of the best restaurants that you simply must try if you ever plan on visiting – or if you live there and simply had no idea what was on your doorstep.

We’ve rounded up some of the best restaurants in Adelaide awaiting your custom, covering all manner of cuisines and with décor that will have your jaw dropping to the floor as soon as you step inside.

Africola

Address

4 East Terrace, Adelaide, 5000

Phone

08 8223 3885

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Anyone can do Italian or Asian cuisine, but not many restaurants cover African, at least in our experience. Africola, then, is a place you need to visit. Easily one of the best restaurants in Adelaide, Africola puts a decidedly modern spin on traditional food and includes dishes such as woodfired cauliflower with tahini cream and agrodolce; a sweet and sour cream from Italy.

Pizza e Mozzarella Bar

Address

33 Pire Street, Adelaide, 5000

Phone

08 8164 1003

Who doesn’t love pizza? You could easily settle for something cheap and from a chain takeaway, but if you want really good pizza, then you need to check out Pizza e Mozzarella Bar. Consistently regarded as one of the very best restaurants Adelaide has to offer, predominantly because of its hand-stretched dough that is left to ferment for 48 hours, Pizza e Mozzarella Bar does pizza like you’ve never had before. The result is a delightfully digestible base that won’t leave you feeling stodgy and bloated.

Orana

Address

1/285 Rundle Street, Adelaide, 5000

Phone

08 8232 3444

Meaning “welcome” in some Aboriginal dialects, owner and head chef Jock Zonfrillo and his team want to welcome everybody into the dining room of one of the best restaurants in Adelaide. Mainly Indigenous ingredients are used throughout the menu, as Jock wishes to put an emphasis on food that is Australian through-and-through. It’s certainly paid off for him, as Orana has been voted Australian Restaurant of the Year in 2018 and 2019 by Gourmet Traveller and Good Food Guide.

Singapore House

Address

203 Glen Osmond Road, Frewville, 5063

Phone

08 8379 4405

Just one look at the reviews for Singapore House and you’ll soon realise this is one of the best restaurants Adelaide lays claim to being home to. As the name suggests, this is an Asian eatery, and before you even get to the food you’ll be amazed by the architecturally-designed dining room. While it can cater to couples on a date, Singapore House is definitely geared more towards group dining. We’ll give you time to salivate over the menu.

Golden Boy

Address

309 North Terrace, Adelaide, 5000

Phone

08 8227 0799

Golden Boy is another Asian restaurant (Adelaide is quite simply full of them) but one that serves up incredibly delicious food. The menu is a little more compact than those of some other restaurants, but it makes choosing a dish much easier. If for some reason you can’t decide, then you can opt for the “Tuk Tuk”, a set menu that your waiter will curate to the tastes and dietary requirements of you and your table.

Shoboso

Address

17 Leigh Street, Adelaide, 5000

Phone

08 8366 2224

If you still can’t quite decide which Asian restaurant you want to dine out at this weekend, may we suggest Shoboso, which serves up Japanese cuisine that is out of this world? Using ancient methods of cooking involving smoke, steam and fire combined with modern finesse, Shoboso is able to create dishes such as Yakitori (skewered chicken) that is the restaurant’s piece de resistance. The rest of the menu, naturally, makes for impressive reading, and if you’re able to get a booking you should definitely pay a visit.

Ginkgo

Address

52 Western Branch Road, Lobethal, 5241

Phone

08 8189 4500

No visit to Adelaide would be complete without venturing out the Adelaide Hills and the incredible array of wineries it has to offer. One such winery you should visit is Goldings Wine, and once you’ve sampled a few delicious grape varietals, take a seat at the recently opened Ginkgo restaurant. Locally-sourced ingredients are the order of the day, with much of the menu being created with ingredients from South Australia. You shouldn’t just visit Ginkgo for the food though, as the views of the rolling Adelaide Hills are to die for.

Peel St

Address

9 Peel Street, Adelaide, 5000

Phone

08 8231 8887

Peel Street is the place to go in Adelaide if you’re after a few cocktails, but it’s also home to the Peel St restaurant, which just so happens to be one of the best restaurants Adelaide is home to. It’s certified high-end, but without the pretentiousness, you might expect from such an establishment. In fact, you’re treated to a completely laid-back vibe as soon as you walk in, with staff more than happy to cater to your every whim. Food is as fresh as you like, with the menu taking inspiration from Asia, the Middle East and the Mediterranean, to create dishes that you shoot to the top of your “best things ever eaten” lists.

Press Food & Wine

Address

40 Waymouth Street, Adelaide, 5000

Phone

08 8211 8048

That’s probably enough exotic cuisine for a while, time to move on to something meatier. Press says its custom char-grill is an integral part of the kitchen, and with a menu that includes Middle Eastern beef tartare, a roast pork bun and its own signature burger, it’s easy to see why. You can even try offal if you wish. The venue itself is all vaulted ceilings, lashings of wood and bare brick wall. A visit to Press is as much about the experience as it is the food.

Penfolds Magill Estate Restaurant

Address

78 Penfold Road, Adelaide, 5072

Phone

08 8301 5551

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How many times can you watch someone's Instagram story before never speaking to them again? How many dates can you respectably go on in one week? Is beard-baiting ever ok?

Dating in 2020 is full of controversial questions and double standards.

Case in point: a recent Oops! The Podcast podcast episode entitled, "The Walk Of Shame."

The main question raised? Who should open their purse (or wallet) for the Uber home when a woman spends the night with a guy (at his place)?

 

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The American comedian, and co-host of the podcast, Francis Ellis begins by admitting the "walk of shame" is much worse for women than it is for men, not just because of embedded gender stereotypes, but because, "[of] the shoes."

Hopscotching over to another dating double standard, Francis recalls a time when he was single and when – the morning after a one night stand – his acquaintance made references to wanting to leave.

"She was hanging out and I was pretty hungover. I didn't really have my wits about me and she was kind of lingering."

"She kept talking about wanting to go home and like, leave. And I was like 'Yeah, no problem.'"

"Finally, she goes, 'the least you can do is call me an Uber."

"I remember thinking: 'No, the least I can do is nothing. That's what least means. Calling you an Uber is way up on the scale of doing something.'"

"There are several other 'more-least' things I could do, before ordering you an Uber."

In the end he called her the Uber ("one must wisely choose the hills upon which one dies").

This could be seen as an extension of the expectation placed upon men to pick up the bill for dinner, for example. Both stereotypes are changing, but it's a fraught issue, with some individuals – both women and men – still expecting these 'gentlemanly' actions, and others (see: Francis) rabid to bin them.

DMARGE reached out to Katie Wilson, Director of Communications at HUD, a "sex positive app" designed for single people everywhere, to get her expert take on the issue, and to ask where she sees this dynamic going.

"Society has evolved beyond 'A man must always hold the door open, fetch the lady's wrap, and pull out her chair at dinner,'" Katie told DMARGE.

"I think the whole reason this is a social dilemma is that there aren't any set rules about this sort of thing."

"Women are taking control of their sexuality, wanting to be able to date (and to have sex) like men do, and of course this means they should be able to order their own Uber after a hookup."

But just because they're able to, doesn't always mean they're obliged to, Katie added.

"Looking more deeply, I think this is an issue of equity more than simple equality."

"Typically, women put a lot more effort (and money) into a hookup than men do. We wax and groom our bodies, put on expensive lingerie, do our makeup – all of which cost a lot of time and a small fortune to the typical male's 'shower and body spray' pre-hookup routine."

"So even before a hookup takes place, we've made a significant investment in it."

"For the guy to order me an Uber after we hook up is an acknowledgment that he sees the effort and wants to do his part."

"And here's a dirty little secret that men don't know about – cishet (someone who identifies as the gender they were born with and is attracted to someone of the opposite gender) hookups are not only more geared toward men just because women who seek casual sex are often branded as sluts while men are lauded for being players, but also, there's the orgasm gap to consider."

"Research shows that up to 70 per cent of women don't actually reach orgasm during male-female sex, while over 90 per cent of men do."

"So are you trading an Uber for the fact that you had an orgasm and she didn't?"

"The flip side is, a lot of our female HUD users tell us that they offer to pay for their male hookup's Uber if the guy has come to their house or apartment. Lots of our users agree to split costs for hotel rooms, Ubers (no matter who is coming or going where), and meals or drinks if that's part of their date."

"Also, a lot of our male users offer to pay for the hotel room, Uber, etc without being asked."

"I think that using a casual dating app like HUD encourages people to be upfront and honest about what they want and what they expect, so perhaps that leads to more open conversations about who will pay for the Uber."

"Ultimately, treat people the way you want to be treated. Have some respect for what women go through, not just physically but emotionally and culturally, in order to be the sexually liberated woman you're hooking up with."

"Do men really want to go back to the days when sex was only supposed to take place in the missionary position in your darkened marital bedroom? Then pay for the damn Uber. It's a small price compared to what women have to deal with."

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As the global pandemic has forced us to stay inside more than ever, there has been a profound switch in the clothing we wear. Less and less are we focusing on looking our best, instead, we’re prioritising comfort above all else, which really makes a lot of sense. No doubt you’ve already spent a fair amount of time in your manky old tracksuit and it’s time to upgrade both your comfort and style with Outerknown’s Sur Sweatshorts.Made from a special French Terry that uses a blend of hemp and cotton, the Sur sweatshorts are super soft, breathable and comfortable. To make things even better, they feature a elasticated drawstring waist for the perfect fit and a zip pocket to keep you wallet and keys safe when you’re on the move. If you do find yourself leaving the house with them on, they pair well with a t-shirt, sweatshirt or almost any other jacket combination.Priced at $78, they’re a high quality essential that every man needs to maximise the quality of his quarantine life.Buy The Outerknown Sur Sweatshorts $78

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Few actors exude the same sort of charm that Benedict Cumberbatch does. The 44-year-old star of Sherlock, Doctor Strange and The Imitation Game – as well as countless other stage and screen marvels – is widely considered one of the most talented actors alive today, as well as the veritable model of an English gentleman: well-spoken, refined, and with impeccable taste.

Like any gentleman worth their salt, he has an interest in fine timepieces – so it’s no surprise that in 2018, he formalised a relationship with Jaeger-LeCoultre, one of the world’s finest watchmakers. Earlier this year during the height of COVID-19 restrictions, Cumberbatch produced a short film with the brand titled In A Breath to support the release of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s latest diver’s watch, the Polaris Mariner Memovox.

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Filmed off Rakino Island in north-east New Zealand, Cumberbatch went freediving with the watch, drawing the parallels between his long-standing practice of meditation and diving – and the impact that both have on our sense of time.

DMARGE had the chance to chat with Cumberbatch; to pick his brain about the watch as well as what being a gentleman in 2020 means to him – and true to form, his definition was as considered and eloquent as a fine Swiss watch.

“Being a modern gentleman is about passing that platform onto other people,” Cumberbatch answered without a second thought.

“It’s beyond [just] style, stubble and a nice suit.”

It’s a valuable message for men in a year that’s seen so much social upheaval. Cumberbatch might be a celebrity but we all have a platform afforded to us, and we ought to use our privilege in a constructive way. You can like watches and fashion without compromising on your principles or having a zeal for social justice.

That’s not to say that Cumberbatch isn’t stylish – quite the opposite, really. He shared an insight into his personal style, which is largely unpretentious… Although he admits that he often likes to coordinate his outfit with his watch or watch strap.

“I like to dress down… Loose-fitting cotton trousers are a staple, [as is] Japanese denim and layering. I like vegan clothes, although I’m not a vegan through and through. Oh and underwear’s important – that’s a good starting point!”

As charming to talk with as he is on screen, it was clear during the interview that Cumberbatch is a real watch fan, as he played with the new Polaris Mariner Memovox.

“My relationship [with Jaeger-LeCoultre] started when I wore one of their watches in Doctor Strange and blossomed from there.”

“They’re beautiful things but I’m not that materialistic… I didn’t want it to be just a ‘ribbon-cutting’ relationship. I wanted to learn how the watches were made, so I actually went to their atelier in Vallee de Joux, and had the chance to play around myself… It’s just the geek I am.”

It’s a fitting partnership. Just as Jaeger-LeCoultre makes thoughtful, exquisite timepieces, Cumberbatch is an insightful, refined sort of man – we only wish that slipping on a Polaris Mariner could make us half as cool as he is…

Explore the new Polaris Mariner collection online here.

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Fashion, like many things, is highly cyclical, and what is considered ‘male’ or ‘female’ is always in flux. From the ‘power dressing’ of the 80s to the fluoro activewear of the 90s and even the baggy overalls and oversized fits of the 2010s, ‘gender-neutral’ or at least gender obscuring clothing has always had an obscure allure.RELATED: Usher Resurrects The 80s’ Most Underrated Style Move With Crisp Balmain LookBut while padded shoulders and Doc Martens are a case of typically masculine fashion items being repurposed in feminine or gender-neutral ways, the reverse has seen more momentum recently: feminine style features becoming ‘neutralised’ or brought into a more male context.Luxury names like Chanel, Moncler and Saint Laurent have been some of the most noticeable proponents of the trend. In particular, Gucci has drawn headlines for its bold foray into gender-neutral fashion, with their brand ambassador Harry Styles being perhaps the most high-profile advocate for the trend.But just because European celebrities and catwalks are celebrating this trend, doesn’t mean we are quite so ready to embrace it. We put it to our Instagram followers – ‘are Australian men ready to wear gender-neutral clothes?’ – and the results were somewhat surprising (and emphatic).

So while there’s a small number of men ready to embrace Styles’ style, it seems a good number of Antipodeans are unconvinced as of yet.DMARGE spoke to Sydney men’s stylist and fashion expert Jeff Lack, who wasn’t surprised by the results of our poll at all.“[Gender-neutral clothing] is a fad [that] I’m not sure will last so long. Also, the commercial viability is yet to be tested.”

“From a marketing perspective, it’s a cool talking point and creates a point of difference, as well as a political statement. I’m all for equality and being inclusive [but] gender-neutral clothing won’t [create] the most flattering looks you’ve ever seen… [but] if your body type is straight up and down – [that is] to say fairly athletic, you could get away with it.”

It speaks to a broader challenge within men’s fashion, where many designers feel constrained by what they see as a very narrow definition of what’s ‘appropriate’ for men to wear. It’s one element of modern society where women are actually afforded more freedom than men – it’s far more culturally acceptable for women to wear men’s clothes than vice versa.That doesn’t bother Lack, mind you.“My girlfriend wears half my wardrobe and I don’t mind that at all.”

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Stereotypes are the bread and butter of international relations: there are almost 200 countries in the world, and virtually every single one has a stereotype associated with them. The French are snooty, the Japanese are polite, the Spanish do nothing but sleep all day…

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While they’re often reductive, they’re not always a bad thing. One could argue that Australia’s global image as a laid-back, friendly place is often far removed from the realities of living in the Land Down Under.

But some stereotypes hint at a deeper truth and cultural learning that we ought not to dismiss as simple jokes.

Russians are widely considered to be gruff, glum and brutish people; unsmiling and intimidating in both appearance and character; their country a scary, topsy-turvy place. No doubt you’ve heard an ‘in Soviet Russia…’ joke before. And it’s a stereotype that seems to add up, particularly if you look at old photos from the Soviet era. Facebook page Soviet Visuals, an underrated gem of an account that curates aesthetic photos from behind the Iron Curtain, shared this 1973 advertisement for Stolichnaya vodka, which reaffirms this stereotype in hilarious fashion.

The first question that comes to mind is this: how do Russians manage to look depressed even at a garden party?

Superficially, it’s hilarious to think that this was considered a good look for an advertisement – they’ve got “funeral procession faces”, as one commenter aptly put it (although another observed that “to promote and advert vodka in [Soviet] Russia is stupid” in the first place).

But for anyone who’s familiar with Russian culture, the model’s expressions might not seem as inappropriate as someone in the West might assume.

Tanya Golubeva, author of Understanding Russia and curator of a blog with the same name, relates that “in Western society, smiling is a highly valued social behaviour and people who smile a lot are perceived more positively.”

“However, [the] Western smile first of all signals politeness and Russians smile only when ‘there is a reason to smile’. We even have a saying – ‘only fools smile without any reason’.

“Not smiling to strangers is a cultural norm, since there is no special reason why we should greet a stranger that way. Unlike Western people, who treat strangers as good people until some of them act as bad people, we treat all strangers as aliens until they prove that they can be trusted, until they become our friends. In fact, if you start smiling to strangers on the streets – that will make them uncomfortable or they will think that you are smiling at them (maybe they look funny because of their appearance or hairstyle or there is something wrong with their wardrobe). They will get confused and will not smile in return.”

A 2016 article in The Atlantic suggests that this isn’t a uniquely Russian phenomenon, either. The article explains that, contrary to how smiles are viewed in the West, smiling is considered a sign of insincerity or deviousness – not things you want to relate when you’re trying to convince someone to buy your vodka.

Exploring the findings of a 2015 Polish study, The Atlantic reveals that countries that there’s a strong correlation between people in countries who are more corrupt also finding smiles to be a sign of dishonesty or simple-mindedness. Russia has historically suffered from corruption – before, during and after communism – so this makes sense. In contrast, Australia is a far less corrupt, more affluent country: accordingly, Australians widely consider smiling to be a sign of honesty and intelligence.

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Interestingly, the history of Stolichnaya (or ‘Stoli’) is also one mired in corruption and controversy. One of the oldest and best-known Russian vodka brands, Stoli was the first premium Russian vodka to be exported to overseas markets like the US – PepsiCo signed a savvy barter deal with the Soviets in 1972 whereby Pepsi concentrate was swapped for Stolichnaya vodka litre per litre, meaning Pepsi was the first American brand to take root in the Soviet Union.

After the collapse of the USSR, the trademark for Stoli ceased to exist, and despite Russian government efforts to secure it, a private firm also laid a claim to the Stoli brand name after some dodgy dealings. It’s been the focus of a bitter trademark dispute between the Russian government and the Luxembourg-based SPI Group that sells Stoli across the world, one that was even fought in Australian courts, as The Sydney Morning Herald reported in 2009.

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Claiming yourself to be a frequent flyer with an air miles balance that could rival a considerably healthy bank account has always been a subtle way to show off your entitlement when it comes to flying up in the Pointy End.

But frequent flyers are, so it seems, so 2019 as the Maldives has recently announced a new loyalty programme that rewards tourists for taking holidays to the tropical island.

As reported by CNN Travel (citing a tweet posted by Maldives Immigration) the small South Asian island is set to implement a three-tier rewards scheme: Abaarana (Gold), Antara (Silver), Aida (Bronze) that will allow tourists to earn points based on the number of visits and duration of their stay.

Maldives Border Miles is a three-tiered loyalty program for tourists. Tourists will earn points based on the number of visits and duration of stay. Additional points will be awarded for visits to celebrate special occasions. #MaldivesBorderMiles #VisitMaldives pic.twitter.com/68AK2BUxQo

— Maldives Immigration (@ImmigrationMV) September 27, 2020

No further information has been given just yet – although CNN Travel states a Maldives representative has said the programme will go live in December 2020 – but just exactly how tourists will be able to and spend their points remains unclear.

Logically speaking, we would assume points will be able to be spent on various hotels and resorts, either for complete stays or upgrades, for example, as opposed to financing an entire holiday – although, this could well be an option for Gold-tier members, given the general exclusivity often associated with the highest tiers.

Speaking to Scott Keyes of Scott’s Cheap Flights newsletter, CNN Travel quotes him as saying “It is perhaps the most innovative move by a country’s tourism board since Iceland’s ‘free stopover en route to Europe’ program,”

“Most tourism boards focus solely on glitzy ad campaigns and Photoshopped spreads, but this campagin from Maldives is both new and unique.”

The Maldives relies heavily on international tourism so naturally, the current global situation has taken a severe toll on the country’s financial situation. It was this situation that played a factor in the country reopening its borders earlier this year, with the first influx of tourists arriving in July – helped in part by the remarkably relaxed laws and guidelines the country implemented, such as no mandatory quarantine upon arrival.

Since then, individual resorts, such as The Nautilus, have implemented their own schemes in an attempt to entice visitors, although US $23,250 for a seven-night stay could be out of the reach of many right now (despite you receiving a 24/7 PA, home-schooling for your kids and “non-stop” refreshments).

Rewarding tourists as an incentive to visit, rather than charge them large sums, is undoubtedly a savvy move and one that could kickstart a global trend if it proves to be successful. However, as we’ve previously seen with business class and air travel, a loyalty program such as the one the Maldives is proposing could in some way cause the tropical paradise to lose some of its air of exclusivity.

Only time will tell.

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Believe it or not, duffel bags have been around since the 17th century in various different forms. This extremely long lifespan is a testament to the design’s seemingly boundlessness usability and capability. Pair that with a simple, iconic and timeless design and you find yourself with a design icon, an essential in any stylish (or not so stylish) man’s life. If you feel like it may be time to invest or upgrade in a high-quality duffel, look no further than Topo Designs’ 26L Classic Duffel.

Made from a hard wearing 1680D ballistic nylon and rugged seatbelt webbing straps, it would be an understatement to say that this bag is merely tough, meaning you’ll get a lot of good use and abuse out of it. It also features a selection of internal zipper pockets to arrange your kit and a detachable shoulder strap for heavier loads. Whether you see yourself using it as a gym bag, work bag or for shorter day trips, the 26L capacity will eat up everything you want to take and you’ll look great cruising around with it, especially in this all black guise.

Priced at $119, it’s very reasonably priced for such a versatile piece that will last you a lifetime. Not a fan of the black? You can also score it in navy.

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If you’re into fashion, it’s both a boon and a curse living in the Southern Hemisphere.

While it does mean we’re always six months out of sync when it comes to fashion, it also gives us plenty of time to analyse what works and what doesn’t. So take note, Aussies: Formula One superstar Lewis Hamilton demonstrates what’s sure to be the most viral menswear trend once warm weather rolls in Down Under.

The 35-year-old British racer, activist and style icon stepped out in a black-and-white star print shirt and shorts combo earlier this week, following in the footsteps of Kevin Hart, Cristiano Ronaldo, Scott Disick, LeBron James and many others. It’s clearly a look he’s fond of – he wore a similar but much more flashy outfit in Italy last month ahead of the Tuscan Grand Prix (which he took first place in, a convincing 4.88 seconds in front of second place, his Mercedes-AMG teammate Valterri Bottas).

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Yes, it seems the summery printed shirt and shorts combination is the style movement of the moment, and it’s not hard to see why: when pulled off with poise, like Hamilton does here, it’s a ‘best of both worlds’ kind of vibe. It’s casual and relaxed, but also shows that you’ve thought about your outfit. In short, it sends all the right messages. (Get it? In short?)

Lewis’ love of ‘matchy-matchy’ isn’t restricted to summer fits, either. Just a few hours ago, he also shared this full Christian Dior white double denim ensemble, topped with a fluorescent beanie à la David Beckham.

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