Callum McDermott

Callum McDermott is a Sydney-based writer and editor specialising in food, travel and design. His work has appeared in print and online in Gourmet Traveller, Monocle and Broadsheet. His writing has also featured in Home Made, The Broadsheet Italian Cookbook and Swim & Sun: A Monocle Guide. A devoted cafes-should-be-bookable activist and born-again cruise ship apologist, his ultimate goal is to review every hotel robe. In the world.

Dining Out

Why pork is the real hero of Thai cuisine

Porkfat’s owner Narin “Jack” Kulasai is carving the way.

Brought to you by PorkStar

Travel

Three ways to have a luxurious all-American road trip

Because it’s about the journey and the destinations…

Brought to you by Flight Centre + Insight Vacations

Amanpuri Phuket resort infinity pool overlooking a bay at sunset, with white sun lounges on either side of pool

Accommodation

Eight best Phuket resorts for a blissful island escape

Our expert edit of the best resorts on Thailand’s biggest island is your ticket to an unforgettable holiday.

Food & Culture

Applications for the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition are now open

The prestigious competition is now taking applications for the Pacific Region. Here’s how to enter — plus the all-star line-up of judges for 2024.

Brought to you by S.Pellegrino

Dining Out

The Sanderson is launching a monthly cocktail-pairing degustation

We spoke to the slick CBD restaurant’s head chef about its new BYO Cellar Thursday offer and its cocktail degustation collaboration with sister bar Eau de Vie – both exciting additions to a restaurant that’s all about celebrating special moments with unforgettable experiences.

Brought to you by The Speakeasy Group