The Winter Hot List

The hottest things to do during Canberra's cooler months.

When Molly, grand dame of the Canberra bar scene, closed her Hobart Place doors late last year, we had a sneaking suspicion she might make a fabulous re‐entrance some day.

Those hopes have now been realised with the reveal of Molly’s new digs on Northbourne Avenue. Finally, our favourite gal has space to branch out, with a stage allowing for live jazz performances,

Molly|35°16'44.5"S149°07'42.0"E

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Situated in über cool No Name Lane in City West, Taco Taco will be all about flexible food—whether that’s eat in, eat at the bar, or grab it and go. With Mexican cantina vibes and a menu offering brunch, lunch and dinner plus cocktails and beers, this is sure to be one of winter’s hottest new spots.

Taco Taco | No Name Lane, Alinga Street, City West

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Picasso, The Vollard Suite

Regarded as “one of the greatest print suites, and perhaps the most enigmatic and famous of the twentieth century” Picasso’s Vollard Suite is coming to the National Gallery of Australia from June to September. Comprising of exactly 100 prints, this is one not to miss for lovers of Picasso’s unique and thought‐provoking style.

The Vollard Suite | 9 June – 24 September The National Gallery of Australia

If you fancy a cool weather road trip, we recommend you head east, to Braidwood. The perfect destination for winter (as well as a beloved halfway pit stop between here and the coast) Braidwood offers a plethora of foodie experiences, from the chic Paydirt Eatery to a hearty breakfast in front of the fireplace at the Albion Hotel, complete with Lonsdale Street Roasters Coffee.

Now you can also add authentic Italian fare to that list with the opening of Casanova’s. Serving up treats like housemade sourdough and pizza baked in a wood fired oven, Casanova’s is the perfect excuse for a destination lunch.

Casanova’s | 68–70 Wallace Street, Braidwood | Open for breakfast and lunch Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday

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A must-do for all Canberra foodies, The Forage is a seasonal event that brings together the best of local street food for an afternoon-long party in Barton. Tailored around the season, at the Winter Forage you can expect warming drinks and delicious hot food as well as live music, giant games, entertainment and more.

Saturday 30 June 2–7 pm

Little National Hotel, 21 National Circuit, Barton

theforage.com.au

Words: Beatrice Smith