The Cumberland in Manly.
The Cumberland in Manly.Paul Best

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The “underground speakeasy” trope may be a bit tired,but that’s hardly the most exciting thing about The Cumberland. That would be the painstaking detail lavished on this snug,sandstone-lined and destination-worthy 75-seater,from the antique curios to the thoughtfulness behind the cocktails,which call upon native ingredients and Sydney’s rich history with no shortage of flair.

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