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Creative Ways to Connect with a Loved One Living with Dementia

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By Kellie Maloney

We’ve put together a list of heartwarming ideas designed to help you reconnect with your loved one this Dementia Action Week and beyond…

7 Birthday Ideas for People Who Don't Like Parties

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By Courtenay Turner

Say goodbye to noisy parties! Explore low-key birthday ideas for intimate celebrations and create unforgettable memories.

7 Alternative Bucks Party Ideas in Sydney

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By Sam Bowden

Avoid the usual bucks tropes and cliches with these unique bucks party ideas in Sydney. Mix cocktails with cartoons and ensure the gang get up toAvoid the usual bucks tropes and cliches with these unique bucks party ideas in Sydney. Mix cocktails with cartoons and ensure the gang get up to no good, while still being on their best behaviour... ...

Why Is Everyone Talking About Paint and Sip Classes

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By Jana Lepojevic

Paint and sip class in Sydney have burst onto the social scene. Find out why art and wine is the perfect weekend activity in Sydney in 2023.

6 Unique Presents for Dads Who Love DIY

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By Kellie Maloney

Find the best gifts for dads who love DIY! Explore classes in glassblowing, woodworking, knitting, and more. Perfect for Father's Day and specialFind the best gifts for dads who love DIY! Explore classes in glassblowing, woodworking, knitting, and more. Perfect for Father's Day and special occasions. ...

Learn Photography in Sydney at 7 These Local Neighbourhoods (2025)

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By Kellie Maloney

See the suburbs of Sydney like never before with photography courses in Sydney where you can explore your local neighbourhood as well as hiddenSee the suburbs of Sydney like never before with photography courses in Sydney where you can explore your local neighbourhood as well as hidden gems. ...

8 Unique Ways to Spend a Hens Weekend in Sydney

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By Laine Fullerton

Celebrate the bride-to-be in Sydney with a hens party staycation! Explore these eight hens party activities that are perfect for a weekend away inCelebrate the bride-to-be in Sydney with a hens party staycation! Explore these eight hens party activities that are perfect for a weekend away in Sydney. ...

30 Best Local Experiences in Sydney This Month

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By Sam Bowden

With so many things to do in Sydney, here's some of the best local experiences for you to enjoy during this month.

5 Reasons Why Gift Experiences for Her Are Better

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By Tiffany Fung

Discover why gift experiences for her are more meaningful than any material gift and help your loved ones feel extra special on their big day.

Learn to Draw Something You Love with These Sydney Activities

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By Kellie Maloney

Explore drawing classes in Sydney and learn to create stunning portraits, pet sketches, and urban scenes. Perfect for beginners and experienced artistsExplore drawing classes in Sydney and learn to create stunning portraits, pet sketches, and urban scenes. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike. ...

Romantic 10th Year Wedding Anniversary Gifts in Sydney

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By Sam Bowden

Celebrate a special milestone with these 10th year wedding anniversary gift ideas in Sydney.

Amazing Birthday Ideas in Sydney for Your Boyfriend

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By Laine Fullerton

Celebrate your boyfriend on his birthday with these amazing birthday ideas for your boyfriend. Explore woodworking, whisky tasting and more.

How to Create the Most Effective Work Culture Environment in Sydney

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By Kellie Maloney

From paint and sip to pottery making—boost your workplace culture with these fun and creative team building activities in Sydney!

Incredible Surprise 50th Birthday Ideas in Sydney

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By Sam Bowden

In need of 50th birthday ideas for a surprise party in Sydney? ClassBento's workshops and activities make for an incredible surprise milestone birthdayIn need of 50th birthday ideas for a surprise party in Sydney? ClassBento's workshops and activities make for an incredible surprise milestone birthday experience. ...

7 Unique Cocktail Experiences in Sydney You Need to Know About

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By Sarah Hinds-Friedl

Start your night out with cocktail classes in Sydney and learn how to shake, muddle, stir from experienced bartenders. Fun, educational and tastStart your night out with cocktail classes in Sydney and learn how to shake, muddle, stir from experienced bartenders. Fun, educational and tasty! ...

Creative Gift Ideas for Women Who Have Everything

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By Kellie Maloney

From pouring paint and throwing clay to woodworking, here are 10 gifts the woman who has everything in Melbourne.

Save $5k and Throw Your Dream Wedding on a Budget

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By Tiffany Fung

Planning your wedding on a budget? We’ve rounded up a list of our favourite top tips to save money with DIY and make your special day even morePlanning your wedding on a budget? We’ve rounded up a list of our favourite top tips to save money with DIY and make your special day even more meaningful. ...

20 Chilled Out Hens Party Ideas

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By Annie Symmonds

Explore serene hens party ideas tailored for the low-key bride-to-be of 2025! Find hens party activities to suit every member of the bridal crewExplore serene hens party ideas tailored for the low-key bride-to-be of 2025! Find hens party activities to suit every member of the bridal crew. ...

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Hen's Party Ideas 2025

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By Annie Symmonds

Shake, mix and paint with your favourite people at the best 2025 hens party ideas in Australia!

4 Best After School Craft Clubs in Sydney

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By Sam Bowden

ClassBento is lucky to work with some of the best after school craft clubs providers in the country. Here is just a couple of our stand outs!

Best 40th Birthday Presents in Sydney for the Man in Your Life

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By Sam Bowden

Find the best 40th birthday presents for men with these experience gift ideas in Sydney! Think woodworking, cooking and cocktails for a celebratoryFind the best 40th birthday presents for men with these experience gift ideas in Sydney! Think woodworking, cooking and cocktails for a celebratory occasion. ...

11 Unique Cooking Class in Sydney

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By John Tabari

Join unique cooking classes in Sydney and add a dash of excitement and flavour to your week!

Adventurous Anniversary Experience Gifts for Couples Who Love to Travel

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By ClassBento Team

Help your favourite duo travel the world from the comfort of their own city with these adventurous experience gifts for couples in Australia!

7 Special Experiences for Couples Craving Quality Time

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By ClassBento Team

Whether you’re long-time partners or newly smitten, these experience gifts in Australia promise unforgettable ways to connect and make memoriesWhether you’re long-time partners or newly smitten, these experience gifts in Australia promise unforgettable ways to connect and make memories together. ...

Best Kids Birthday Party Ideas for Introverts in Sydney

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By Sam Bowden

Planning birthday party ideas for introverted kids can be a lot easier than you may first think, and Sydney has a plethora of choices for you andPlanning birthday party ideas for introverted kids can be a lot easier than you may first think, and Sydney has a plethora of choices for you and your little ones. ...

Best Mother's Day Gift Boxes for Crafty Mums

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By Sam Bowden

Does Mum love to craft? Treat her to personalised Mother's Day gift ideas with our range of online classes and DIY craft kits!

Amazing Wedding Anniversary Gifts by Year in Sydney

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By Sam Bowden

Celebrate every relationship milestone with a different workshop or couples activities in Sydney with these anniversary gift ideas by year.

What to do for Corporate Team Building Activities in Sydney (And What Not to Do!)

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By Sam Bowden

Looking for your next team building activities in Sydney but don't quite know where to start? Here's a few important do's and don't's to help youLooking for your next team building activities in Sydney but don't quite know where to start? Here's a few important do's and don't's to help you find the right event for your team. ...

7 Employee Gift Ideas That Your Team Will Really Want in 2025

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By Tiffany Fung

Discover some of the best company gift cards in Australia that your team is guaranteed to love, from unwinding with clay to shaking up deliciousDiscover some of the best company gift cards in Australia that your team is guaranteed to love, from unwinding with clay to shaking up delicious cocktails. ...

Get Social with Wine and Paint Classes in Sydney

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By Tiffany Fung

Unleash your inner artist at our top Sydney wine and paint sessions. Create beautiful art while savouring drinks in a delightful atmosphere!

5 Best Date Ideas to Help Spark the Romance

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By Tiffany Fung

Ignite the romance in your relationship with one of our unique date night ideas in Australia, from spinning clay on a wheel to making custom DIYIgnite the romance in your relationship with one of our unique date night ideas in Australia, from spinning clay on a wheel to making custom DIY jewellery. ...

5 Ways to Save on Electricity You Haven't Heard Before

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By Kellie Maloney

Saving on electricity doesn’t have to mean sweating through summer or shivering through winter. Try these top DIY ideas to help you save money,Saving on electricity doesn’t have to mean sweating through summer or shivering through winter. Try these top DIY ideas to help you save money, feel empowered and turn your home into a creative oasis. ...

Hens Party Ideas in Sydney for Every Type of Bride

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By Susana Aguilera

From cocktail making classes to flower crown workshops, here are 13 hens party workshops in Sydney that will make your bachelorette party one toFrom cocktail making classes to flower crown workshops, here are 13 hens party workshops in Sydney that will make your bachelorette party one to remember. ...

Personalised Gifts for Her in Sydney

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By Sam Bowden

Trying to find romantic gifts for her in Sydney? Here are some of the best experience gifts to spoil your special lady in 2023.

Unique Gifts You Can Make Yourself in Sydney

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By Sam Bowden

Personalise your presents in 2023 with these DIY gift experiences in Sydney. From handmade candles to enjoying paint and sip together, there's somethingPersonalise your presents in 2023 with these DIY gift experiences in Sydney. From handmade candles to enjoying paint and sip together, there's something for all. ...

Why It's Best to Learn Painting from a Pro

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By ClassBento Team

If you've always wanted to learn how to paint, there's no better way to learn than by enlisting the help of a professional at painting classes inIf you've always wanted to learn how to paint, there's no better way to learn than by enlisting the help of a professional at painting classes in Australia. ...

Awesome Birthday Ideas in Sydney Perfect for Your Dad

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By Sam Bowden

Discover the best birthday ideas for Dad in Sydney, from welding and woodworking workshops to cooking classes!

Experience Gifts for Dad Based on His Love Language

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By Tiffany Fung

Do you know Dad’s love language? Surprise him with these thoughtful gifts for Dad in Melbourne that will make him feel truly loved.

Help the Planet with Our Eco Friendly Gift Ideas in Sydney

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By Sam Bowden

Hunting down eco friendly gift ideas in Sydney shouldn't be difficult. ClassBento is here to offer you a few tips, tricks and suggestions to makeHunting down eco friendly gift ideas in Sydney shouldn't be difficult. ClassBento is here to offer you a few tips, tricks and suggestions to make your birthday as environmentally friendly as possible! ...

Best 21st Party Ideas in Sydney

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By Sam Bowden

ClassBento can help take your 21st birthday party ideas to the next level with our celebratory classes, workshops and activities...

Try a Superfood Cocktail Making Class in Sydney This Weekend

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By Tiffany Fung

Master the art of mixology at cocktail making classes in Sydney and pick up the confidence and know-how to add a healthy superfood twist to yourMaster the art of mixology at cocktail making classes in Sydney and pick up the confidence and know-how to add a healthy superfood twist to your cocktails. ...

Discover How to Take Good Photos with Your Smartphone in Sydney

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By Annie Symmonds

Grab your smartphone and your walking shoes and learn how to take good photos on your smartphone at photography courses in Sydney!

Creative School Holiday Activities in Sydney

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By ClassBento Team

Beat boredom with school holiday activities in Sydney to engage and delight your kids! Plus, redeem NSW Creative Kids vouchers valid on over 100Beat boredom with school holiday activities in Sydney to engage and delight your kids! Plus, redeem NSW Creative Kids vouchers valid on over 100 workshops. ...

Best Candle Making Aromatherapy Classes in Sydney

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By Julia Carr-Catzel

Experience the art of aromatherapy at the best candle making classes in Sydney! Create your own fragrant candles and discover their benefits withExperience the art of aromatherapy at the best candle making classes in Sydney! Create your own fragrant candles and discover their benefits with experienced local artisans. ...

Learn How to Make Macarons in Sydney

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By John Tabari

Learn how to make macarons at fun baking classes in Sydney.  French or Parisian Macaron What people often refer to as a ‘Parisian’Learn how to make macarons at fun baking classes in Sydney.  French or Parisian Macaron What people often refer to as a ‘Parisian’ or ‘French’ macaron is the traditional recipe. That is, two meringue biscuits on top of one another with a sweet filling. Usually ganache, buttercream, smooth cream or caramel. They are easy to make but you must adhere closely to the recipe, otherwise they could end up with an undesirable appearance or texture. To make any variation of the macaron, you should first acquaint yourself with the basic recipe or alternatively if you dare you could book a class with MakMak's macaron making class in sydney If not then read on!   How to make macaron shells:   Whisk egg whites until they form meringue. You will know you’re at this point when you lift the whisk out of the bowl and it leaves stiff peaks. Add any food colouring or flavour at this point. Process almonds in a blender until smooth. You can also combine powdered sugar in the blender too. Sift this mixture well to get rid of any clumps. Fold the sifted almond granules and powdered sugar into the meringue. Continue to fold until you achieve a shaving foam consistency. Using a piping bag, pipe the mixture in the desired size onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Leave around an inch between each shell. Tap the baking sheets firmly a couple of times to release any air bubbles. Leave to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes until the shells form a skin. Bake for 10-12 minutes at 325 F until they have risen and set. Let them cool before adding the filling. How to make a macaron buttercream filling: Cream butter until it’s smooth. Then mix in powdered sugar, vanilla and milk until fluffy. Using a piping bag, pipe the filling onto one shell and gently compress both shells together.   Various fillings   You may want to change up your fillings depending on the flavour of the macaron whether sweet, savoury or a fruity flavour. For instance for a savoury macaron a common substitution for buttercream is cream cheese, which you can also make from scratch. You could get really experimental and see how smooth peanut butter or lemon curd work. Anything that has a thick, pasty consistency could work. But be sure to steer clear of ingredients with high moisture contents such as whipped cream or ice cream, as these will dissolve the shells. Make sure you’re gentle when adding a filling; they are delicate and pressing too hard could crush them.     Different Shapes   If you think that you’re a pretty skilled baker, or have mastered the simple macaron, try experimenting with different shapes. MakMak’s CEO Carlos the “Mak” daddy of macrons can give you your first steps in creating some amazing macarons with his macaron making class. If you’re game you could make animals, flowers or even other food shapes with macarons. Similarly, another Toronto baker, Christopher Siu creates macaron characters, including some faces you might recognise.   To make these macarons, follow the basic recipe. When it comes to piping out the mixture, you would need to pipe it into the desired shape. To achieve the desired colour, add food colouring in while you’re folding the dry ingredients into the egg whites.   Be careful though, these treats may end up being too adorable to eat. Taste test more of the best baking classes in Sydney here.  Bonus: Macaroons   People often confuse macarons and macaroons, thinking that they’re the same thing. In fact, if you google ‘macaroon’ you will still see results for macarons. But macaroons are a coconut based sweet, which is chewy on the inside with a crisp exterior. They are quite different from the traditional French macaron. The Anglicised pronunciation of ‘macaron’ often lends to the confusion.   Start by mixing sweetened condensed milk, shaved coconut flakes and vanilla extract until well combined. Then whisk egg whites and salt, the way you would to get meringue. Add the two mixtures together and fold. Scoop small dollops of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking tray. Then bake at 325 F for 25 minutes.   For some extra sweetness, dip the bottom of the macaroons in melted chocolate and then refrigerate for 10 minutes. Let the chocolate set and enjoy.   Macaron Troubleshooting Tips   Anyone who has attempted to make macarons will know that they don’t always turn out well. In fact, they often turn out less than perfect, since the margin for error could occur at any time throughout the baking process. Here’s what to look for if your macarons aren’t quite up to the Ladurée standard: Peaks on the shell. This can happen when the dry ingredients were not sifted enough or the batter was under-mixed. Cracked shell. This happens when the batter is overmixed. Uneven Shell. The batter is too liquidy or under-beaten. Too Crispy. The shells were left in the oven too long. ...

Floristry Workshops Have Hidden Benefits (2025)

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By Sarah Hinds-Friedl

Discover the wellbeing benefits of being surrounded by flowers at floristry classes in Sydney!

I Did a Workshop with My Family. Here's What Happened Next

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By Kellie Maloney

And why you should try it this Christmas.

50 Epic Hen Party Games and Activities Across Australia

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By Annie Symmonds

Discover 50 hen party games and activities to help you plan the best hens party in Australia in 2025.