May 30, 2026 – 5.00amDespite it happening every year, Australians always seem blindsided by the approach of winter. But as we wrestle with our seasonal-wardrobe transitions and begin pining again for sunnier times, there is one thing to look forward to during the colder months: it’s an excellent excuse to eat big. This month’s pick of new venues seeks out heartier fare, to warm the soul and keep those impending winter blues at bay.SydneySubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Maxim DonniProduction editor, Life & LeisureMaxim Donni is the production editor of Life & Leisure at the Financial Review, based in Sydney. He writes about dining, hospitality and culture, and was previously editor of Time Out and Concrete Playground.Fetching latest articles