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Time Out
a day ago
- Business
- Time Out
Access more with Amex when you dine out at some of Melbourne's best eateries
If you're a foodie on the hunt for your next tasty meal, your Amex Card might give you access to unlocking some of Melbourne's yummiest dining experiences. This May, the American Express delicious. Month Out (AEDMO) returns for its sixth consecutive year to give access to some of Melbourne's best eateries. So, what is AEDMO? This year more than 55,000 participating restaurants in Australia celebrated our diverse – and truly delicious – dining culture. Let's just say – there are lots of options to pick from when you're on the hunt for your next feed. It's not just restaurants that a trusty little Amex Card gives you access to – Amex Card Members accumulate points all year round, snag Amex presale tickets, and get access to experiences at entertainment venues plus exclusive lounges (including at the airport for certain Cards) (*T&Cs apply) all while shopping at your favourite businesses. To find out more on what you could access as an Amex Card member, click here. Amaru Tucked away on a leafy Armadale strip, Amaru isn't your typical fine diner. With just 34 seats and a sleek, minimalist fit-out, the focus here is on the food. Treat yourself to the full seasonal tasting experience which is an odyssey of flavour you'll want to take your time with. Expect five snacks, seven courses and petit fours. Opt in for the drink pairings which are timed to perfection. Pro tip: come hungry. You're going to want to finish every last bite. Book a table this May for a discount. Bar Bianco This Italian-inspired wine bar is a true all-rounder. Whether you're popping in for a business lunch, a romantic dinner or just a quick espresso at the bar, it always hits the mark. The concise menu is full of wine-friendly bites, with a handful of larger daily specials chalked up on the blackboard. Add an A-grade cocktail list and a quality vino selection, and you've got yourself a little slice of la dolce vita. Vue de Monde For more than 20 years, this luxe restaurant atop Collins Street's Rialto Tower has been a favourite fine diner for Melburnians celebrating all manner of special occasions. Time your visit for golden hour and you'll be treated to breathtaking sunset views of the city skyline, made even more dazzling by the restaurant's multi-million-dollar fit-out. The open kitchen is helmed by executive chef Hugh Allen, who plates up an artful menu that champions native ingredients and high quality produce. Vue de Monde more than lives up to its reputation so add it to your list, stat. And don't forget your Amex Card. Black Pearl When it comes to top-tier cocktails, Black Pearl is the stuff of legend. This family-run Fitzroy institution has been setting the bar (literally) for decades – and teaching Melburnians how to truly appreciate a fine drink along the way. Sure, the classics are spot on, but the real magic lies in the creative, constantly rotating menu that's always a little left-field. Pop in this May for sweet, sweet discounts and see why this famed boozer is worth the hype. Tetto di Carolina Perched above Toorak Road, this rooftop bar is smooth, suave and comfortably luxurious. The fit-out is neutral with a few colourful flourishes and a domed canvas roof that's fully retractable in balmy weather. The drinks menu riffs on classics – try the Havana, which brings together the surprisingly tasty combo of spiced rum and Aperol with pineapple, peach and lime. The menu leans traditional Italian, with everything from snacks to full plates if you're settling in. The best part? Live jazz every Sunday, giving you the perfect excuse to check out Tetto di Carolina and put those AEDMO perks to good use. Anglers Tavern Fresh from a recent refurb, the scenic Anglers Tavern is once again ticking all the boxes of a top-tier watering hole. A favourite among locals, this riverside pub might be a little off the beaten path, but it's well worth the trip – especially on Saturday nights for the late-night DJ sets. Drop by on Wednesdays for trivia, or any day of the week to catch live sport in a relaxed setting. With a dedicated kids' room and ample riverside seating, it's the perfect spot to while away a sunny afternoon over a round of beers with the added perk of AEDMO dining benefits.
New York Post
3 days ago
- Politics
- New York Post
Colorado walk firebombed by terrorist who shouted ‘Free Palestine' was peaceful weekly demonstration supporting Hamas hostages: ‘This was not a protest'
The Colorado demonstration firebombed by a lunatic 'terrorist' Sunday was a peaceful 'humanitarian' walk to raise support for the hostages still held captive by Hamas — and was never meant to have any political implications, members of the attacked group told The Post. 'This was a humanitarian walk. This was not a protest,' said Rachel Amaru, a member of the Boulder Run For Their Lives chapter. 'I'm distraught.' Amaru's group was holding its weekly walk for the hostages in Boulder just after 1 p.m., when a man started hurling Molotov cocktails into the crowd — injuring six victims between 67 and 88 years old. At least one was left in critical condition with serious burn wounds. 3 The suspect used a makeshift flamethrower and Molotov cocktails in the attack, officials said. The suspect — who was screaming anti-Israeli rhetoric and 'Free Palestine,' while calling the walkers child-murderers — was taken into custody at the scene, and identified by the FBI as Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45. FBI Director Kash Patel quickly called the incident 'a targeted terror attack.' Boulder Run For Their Lives is a chapter of the national Run For Their Lives group, which has been holding weekly walks since Hamas' Oct. 7 2023 attack on Israel. The group encourages members to host short walks or runs, where participants peacefully carry flags of the remaining hostages' nations and in support of Israel. Boulder's chapter has been hosting walks since Nov. 2023, and Sunday's was its 81st event. 3 Run For Their Lives is a national group with local chapters aimed at supporting the remaining hostages. Run For Their Lives/Instagram 'It was a terrorist attack on a humanitarian walk that has been nothing other than peaceful since November 2023,' said Amaru, who was out of town Sunday and not present for the attack. 'The only concern we had was for the hostages. We are solely humanitarian and apolitical,' she added. 'I'm distraught. My heart has been with the hostages.' Footage from the attack showed a terrifying scene. 'They are killers! How many children you killed?' the shirtless suspect screamed while prowling about the chaos he'd caused. 3 Six people were wounded in the attack in which the suspect shouted 'Free Palestine.' Nearby, a woman lay limp on the ground as bystanders doused her with water, while others encircled the suspect and tried to talk him down. 'End Zionists!' the suspect yelled, before heavily-armed police finally arrived and pinned him to the ground. The FBI is investigating the fiery attack as an act of terrorism. 'As a result of these preliminary facts, it is clear that this is a targeted act of violence and the FBI is investigating this as an act of terrorism,' FBI Denver Special Agent Mark Michalek said.
