The Cure played their first show in the Sydney Opera House on Tuesday night as the centre-piece of Vivid Live

Eat, drink - and learn to cook - aboard the Pacific Pearl, writes Kerri Jackson.

The 12-hour global telethon to raise money for earthquake-hit Christchurch has now collected more than $1 million.

Two expat Kiwis are helping shape the next generation of young Australian chefs.

A good watering hole is never far away in Sydney. Here we pick some of our favourites.

Sydney is truly an international city when it comes to the beauty industry.

Plan something special during your trip to Sydney with a stay at one of these plush and vibrant hotels in the heart of the city.

Sydney's multicultural dining scene is the inspiration for these flavourful Asian-influenced dishes.

Viva takes a look at the best of Sydney's ever-burgeoning eating out scene, including some old favourites and a few young upstarts.

A walking tour with a difference gives shopaholics the perfect introduction to Sydney.

Sydney-based blogger and stylist Romy Frydman talks us through her fashion choices.

Producer Tara Riddell loves her work. Viva finds out what else makes her happy.

The plan could see one if not more manufacturers joining Holden and Ford on the V8 Supercar grid by 2013.

Whether it's multi-brand boutiques or grand designer stores, Sydney does fashion in its own special way. Here are Viva's favourite fashion shops.

If there is anyone who knows how to survive and excel as a woman working in a man's world, Sarah Limacher does.