Food &amp; Drink

October 29, 2019

After 10 years in business, Plumm, the Australian owned and operated glassware company that enhances the everyday wine drinking experience, has announced the launch of its newest range - Plumm Three. Designed...

SSSHH! QT ROOFTOP’S SECRET GARDEN BAR

October 23, 2019

QT Melbourne has a secret; perched high above the city and nestled behind the iconic Rooftop at QT, lays a garden oasis with sky-line views. Up until now, the garden has acted as a self-sufficient produce...

FOOD NEWS: GING THAI DISHING UP FREE MENU FOR PASSPORT STAMPS, GOOD TIMES MILK BAR’S NEW SPRING MENU AND NEW RESTAURANT MARAMEO AND CHERRYHILL ORCHARDS CHERRY PICKING SEASON

October 20, 2019

GING THAI IS DISHING UP A FREE MENU FOR PASSPORT STAMPS Crown Melbourne’s newly launched riverside restaurant and bar GING THAI is offering complimentary dining experiences to guests who present...

CHAMPAGNE STARS AS MORE THAN AN APÉRITIF IN WEB SERIES BY QT HOTELS AND MAISON PERRIER-JOUËT

October 16, 2019

QT Hotels and Maison Perrier-Jouët invites epicures, gastronomes and humble lovers of Champagne alike to relish in a new mini web series, The Art of Tasting, starring food enthusiast and presenter, Melissa...

CHANGE THE WORLD WITH YOUR COFFEE

October 16, 2019

With 1.5 billion cups of coffee consumed a day, Change Coffee – World Vision Australia’s first social enterprise – is on a mission to help eradicate global poverty by 2030. Change Coffee’s range of...

MELBOURNE NIGHT NOODLE MARKETS RETURN THIS NOVEMBER

October 2, 2019

The eagerly awaited Melbourne Night Noodle Markets return to Birrarung Marr from 7 to 24 November. Serving up sweet and spicy street-food from China, Vietnam, Thailand and beyond, the Night Noodle Markets will...

FOOD NEWS: SANDWICH CHEFS NEW MENU, QT MELBOURNE’S EXPRESS LUNCH AND NEW SHANGHAI’S DUMPLING MASTER’S COMPETITION

September 20, 2019

SANDWICH CHEFS TICKLES YOUR TASTEBUDS WITH A NEW MENU AND A CHANCE TO WINE A TRIP TO NYC Give the old ham and cheese or chicken sandwich the flick, and get your teeth stuck into one of Sandwich...

PRETTY BOY ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE, YOUR NEW GO TO FOR ITALIAN

September 17, 2019

There’s a new Italian in town and it has attitude. Named after an infamous NYC Italian bangers, Pretty Boy Italian Steakhouse is the latest addition to the the Italian food scene and it does so with gusto. A...

FOOD NEWS: GRAZE & GRAINS BY STARWARD WHISKY, MENULOG’S MCG RUN AND STOKEHOUSE X HOGGET KITCHEN LANDE & SEA DINNER

August 22, 2019

GRAZE & GRAINS BY STARWARD WHISKY Image by Carmen Zamm Alejandro Saravia’s Farmer’s Daughters pop-up will return to Starward Whisky for the second instalment of Graze + Grains on Saturday 24...

FATHER’S DAY 2019 – WHERE TO TAKE YOUR DAD

August 19, 2019

QT MELBOURNE MAN TEA This Father’s Day, QT Melbourne is treating your old man to a (not so) civilised QT Man Tea. On Sunday 1st September, scones will be swapped out for sticky pork belly, and...

GREEN & BLACKS LAUNCHING POP-UP CONSCIOUS CAFE IN THE HEART OF MELBOURNE

August 8, 2019

Chocolate lovers rejoice! Green & Black’s has announced that they will be launching The Green & Black’s Conscious Café, in celebration of its new Smooth dark chocolate range in Australia....

WHERE TO EAT IN MELBOURNE: MISTER MUNRO

July 31, 2019

Located in the heart of Melbourne's bustling CBD, Mister Munro is redefining the art of dining. From the minute you walk into the beautifully designed Art Deco inspired interior, you know it's going to be a...

EXPERIENCE THE BEST IN AMERICAN BBQ AT TGI FRIDAYS

July 31, 2019

There's no need to travel overseas for American BBQ as TGI FRIDAYS will be serving up their limited edition American Smokehouse BBQ menu. The special menu is quintessentially American but Australian at heart...

WINE NEWS, ALL THE BEST DROPS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

July 26, 2019

There's a lot happening in the world of drinks and we've rounded up our top picks this week. GINSECCO, THE NEW DRINK YOU NEED For the past few summers, Aperol Spritz has been unstoppable as...

MODERN JAPANESE EAZY PEAZY OPENS IN RICHMOND

July 19, 2019

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Eazy Peazy, a modern Japanese eatery by the team behind Toji Sake, Shar and Yuta Kobayashi, with chef Dan Chan (Yardbird Hong Kong, Cumulus Up, Supernormal Canteen) is now open at 108 Swan...

CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS IN JULY WITH STELLA ARTOIS AND PURE SOUTH KITCHEN

July 13, 2019

I've often envied the northern hemisphere Christmas festivities - big feasts of roasted ham, chestnuts and dishes that warm the cockles of your heart, enjoyed with a big group of friends and family in the...

CADBURY INTRODUCES THE WORLD’S FIRST CADBURY DAIRY MILK 3D PRINTER

July 5, 2019

In a world premiere, Cadbury Dairy Milk has launched the very first Cadbury Dairy Milk milk chocolate 3D Printer the brand is Ekocycle, in celebration of World Chocolate Day on July 7, 2019. From World...

WHERE TO EAT IN NEW YORK: COBBLE & CO

June 30, 2019

If you are in the market for some traditional American fare, then a visit to Cobble & Co is going to satisfy your cravings. Serving up a menu with all the classics covered, Cobble & Co has quickly...

WHERE TO EAT IN NEW YORK: 10 CORSO COMO

June 30, 2019

10 Corso Como is one of the world's most exciting retail models. Founded in 1991 in Milan by editor and publisher Carla Sozzani, it merges fashion, food, art, music, design, and lifestyle. In 2018, 10 Corso...

CELEBRATE NEGRONI WEEK WITH FOUR PILLARS GIN

June 24, 2019

To celebrate Negroni Week in 2019 and 100 Years of the Negroni, Four Pillars is releasing a limited range of four bottled Negronis, created using different gins from the Four Pillars range: Woodland, a...

WHERE TO EAT IN NEW YORK: OXOMOCO

June 23, 2019

Features, Food & Drink, Travel

Located in the heart of trendy Greenpoint in Brooklyn, Michelin-star restaurant Oxomoco brings a modern-twist to Mexican dining. The brainchild of woodfire pizza place Speedy Romeo chef Justin Bazdarich,...

WHERE TO EAT IN NEW YORK: ASKA

June 23, 2019

"Being challenged is not only what makes way for growth, but also keeps life interesting. It’s about moving forward, and stagnation is never an option." - Fredrik Berselius, Aska Owner and Executive...

WHERE TO EAT IN NEW YORK: KINGS COUNTY IMPERIAL

June 22, 2019

Features, Food & Drink, Travel

Kings Country Imperial has a reputation for serving up some of the best Chinese food in the city and after sitting down and enjoying a delicious dinner, it's easy to see why. Specialising in Pan-Chinese...

MELBOURNE GET READY FOR YOUR NEWEST ENTERTAINMENT HOT SPOT, JUKE’S KARAOKE BAR

June 14, 2019

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Juke’s Karaoke Bar, a bold new 70’s-themed karaoke bar concept, will open at Crown Melbourne on Friday 21 June 2019. Juke’s will teleport guests back to the era of ‘big hair don’t care’, with a...

THE OXFORD SCHOLAR HOTEL RELAUNCHES

June 13, 2019

Following a lavish renovation by March Studio the Oxford Scholar Hotel has now reopened to the public, marking the beginning of a new chapter for one of the earliest public houses in Melbourne. Newly leased to...

FOOD NEWS: TIPICO’S 1ST BIRTHDAY REGIONAL ITALIAN LUNCH SERIES, ROCKPOOL BAR & GRILL MELBOURNE NATIVE DINNER

June 5, 2019

TIPICO’S REGIONAL ITALIAN LUNCH SERIES LAUNCHES FOR ITS FIRST BIRTHDAY Windsor’s stylish Italian restaurant, Tipico is celebrating one year of serving ‘untypical, typical Italian’ with a...

GREEN & BLACK’S NEW SMOOTH CHOCOLATE RANGE ARRIVES IN AUSTRALIA

June 4, 2019

Green & Black's is bringing it's delicious new Smooth range to Australians – an exceptionally smooth dark chocolate that is passionately crafted for an indulgent experience and delicious taste. Green...

FOOD NEWS: TRUFFLE MELBOURNE 2019, STOKEHOUSE ALUMNI DINNER & MOONDOG BREWERY TURNS 5

May 29, 2019

TRUFFLE MELBOURNE RETURNS FOR 2019 SEASON Truffle Melbourne - a festival favourite on Melbourne’s culinary calendar - is back for its sixth consecutive year this winter. The largest weekend truffle...

FOOD NEWS: SECONDBITE GALA DINNER; STOKEHOUSE ‘WHAT GROWS TOGETHER GOES TOGETHER’, BREAKFAST AT JAMU

May 23, 2019

CHEF HEAVYWEIGHTS SCOTT PICKETT, DAVE VERHEUL, SAM CHEETHAM AND MORE COOK FOR A GREAT CAUSE - SECONDBITE 'WASTE NOT WANT NOT' GALA DINNER SecondBite will host their stellar Waste Not Want Not Gala...

DRINKS NEWS: GORMAN X HANDPICKED WINES, GAME OF THRONES WHISKY AND FREE MOON DOG OLD MATE PALE ALE

May 3, 2019

Food & Drink, Uncategorized

GORMAN X HANDPICKED WINES In celebration of Gorman’s pop-up exhibition that was held at Melbourne’s Heide Museum - Gorman: Ten Years of Collaborating - Handpicked Wines has created two bespoke wines...

FIVE:AM LAUNCHES AN AUSTRALIAN-FIRST YOGHURT MADE WITH JUST YOGHURT AND FRUIT OR HONEY

April 22, 2019

Long gone are the days of yoghurts drowning in sugar and a long list of ingredients you can’t pronounce, five:am has launched a new range that makes things simple. Introducing five:am SIMPLY. Yoghurt as it...

DINING IN THE DARK AT RYDGES HOTEL

April 19, 2019

When it comes to dining experiences, Melbournians are some of the most adventurous in the world. We are willing to try almost anything, snails, frogs, the world's hottest chillis, you name it. But would you...

EASTER HAPPINESS

April 18, 2019

Easter is upon us and this year we're stepping it up a notch with some delicious food offerings for this special holiday! Hop to it! PIDAPIPO AND HUNTER + GATHERED MAKING THIS EASTER A LITTLER...

GOOD FOOD MONTH RETURNS TO MELBOURNE THIS JUNE

April 9, 2019

Good Food Month presented by Citi returns to Melbourne in June with several incredible feature events, consisting of exclusive dinner experiences and tantalising lunches held at this year’s Good Food Month...

EAST END WINE BAR BRINGS A FRESH NEW SPACE TO HAWTHORN EAST

April 2, 2019

There's a new name in Hawthorn East and it's definitely one to remember. East End Wine Bar is the area's newest establishment that brings together wine and good food in an elegant yet informal space. Co-owned...

THE VERY BEST OF STREET FOOD AND CULTURE RETURN FOR DANDENONG MARKET WORLD FARE 2019

March 22, 2019

Melbourne’s largest celebration of world street food and culture is here again with the eighth annual Dandenong Market World Fare on Sunday 24 March from 10am to 4pm. As part of the Melbourne Food and Wine...

FOOD NEWS: YOUNG GUN OF WINE 2019, HALF ACRE MUSIC & COCKTAIL SESSIONS, TOKYO TINA X TIPICO

March 21, 2019

YOUNG GUN OF WINE RETURNS FOR 2019 Following a sell-out event last year, Young Gun of Wine is on again at Prahran Market, bringing 50 of the best young winemakers for one epic evening of Aussie wine and...

FOOD NEWS: UNCLE X BOMBA, PIDAPIPO LAUNCH NEW SUNDAE RANGE AND FROMAGE A TROIS FESTIVAL

March 14, 2019

BOMBA AND UNCLE COMBINE FOR THE MELBOURNE FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL TO DELIVER UNCLE BOMBA Two CBD-located creative culinary geniuses join forces as Bomba's Jesse Gerner will meet Uncle's Dai Duong to...

FOOD NEWS: OYSTER HOUR AT THE UGLY DUCKLING, TIPICO’S PASSATA MASTERCLASS, KISUME HOSTS WOMEN IN WINE THIS IWD, TOORAK TRACKTOR OPENS IN ARMADALE

March 2, 2019

FRIDAY 'OYSTER HOUR' AT THE UGLY DUCKLING Fridays in Richmond just got a whole lot better with The Ugly Duckling’s ‘Oyster Hour’. Every Friday for the month of March, The Ugly Duckling will be...

JAMU DINING, A DESTINATION WORTH GOING TO

February 24, 2019

I have to say, Asian inspired dining places are becoming a dime a dozen but mostly they're a mish mash of dishes and flavours that don't always work together. So what to expect when you find yourself at...

FOOD NEWS: HOMELESS GRAPES PROJECT, WILLIAMSTOWN WINE AND CHEESE FEST AND GOOD TIMES MILKBAR’S NEW MENU

February 22, 2019

VINOMOFO AND FAMED YARRA VALLEY WINERIES SUPPORT HOMELESS GRAPES PROJECT Hundreds of locals are descending on TarraWarra Estate on the 2nd of March to become a winemaker for the day and pick grapes to...

THE OBSERVATORY BAR AT THE LANGHAM SYDNEY PRESENTS A NEW ELEVATED COCKTAIL EXPERIENCE

February 12, 2019

Sydney’s Observatory Bar at The Langham, Sydney is a sophisticated space where you will discover an inventive cocktail and inspiring food menu, with a focus on bringing the best of the world to...

WHERE TO DINE THIS VALENTINES DAY

February 9, 2019

Need some inspo for where to take your loved one this Valentine's Day? We've rounded up a few of our favourites to help you out. MR MIYAGI Miyagi is ready to celebrate another...

FOOD NEWS: HARLOW OPENS IN RICHMOND, PROSECCO FESTIVAL RETURNS IN 2019

January 22, 2019

HARLOW OPENS IN RICHMOND Harlow, Richmond’s flavour-packed, good-times charged pub is now open. Bringing new life to what was the old Great Britain Hotel, the 300pax Church Street property has been...

PETERS DRUMSTICKS x GELATO MESSINA

January 11, 2019

Two of Australia’s best-loved brands, PETERS DRUMSTICK and GELATO MESSINA, have joined forces bringing the ice cream parlour to the supermarket with a delicious new cone indulgence – Drumstick X...

WHERE TO EAT IN VICTORIA: SAULT RESTAURANT

January 3, 2019

Located in the heart of Melbourne’s iconic Daylesford, Sault Restaurant is a dining experience every foodie should experience at least once in their life. The beautiful grounds draw you to a quaint...

STELLA ARTOIS HOSTS ITS ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION IN MELBOURNE

December 18, 2018

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, People & Parties

Stella Artois celebrates its festive heritage with an intimate Christmas celebration in Melbourne. Originally brewed for the holidays, Stella Artois was crafted as a gift for the people of Leuven, Belgium and...

FOOD NEWS: THE GREVILLE OPENS IN PRAHRAN AND SUSHI SUSHI EXPANDS MENU WITH AUTHENTIC JAPANESE SUMMER SALADS

December 14, 2018

THE GREVILLE BRINGS DRINKS, FOOD AND DANCE TO GREVILLE STREET The much-anticipated and multifaceted venue The Greville at 132-134 Greville Street, Prahran has opened, just in time for Summer. The Greville...

FOOD NEWS: PIMM’S POP UP AT FATTO, THE ART’S CENTRE STOMPING GROUND LA BOCA POP UP, PICCOLINA X LUXBITE

December 6, 2018

IT’S PIMM’S O’CLOCK AT THE FATTO TERRACE A quintessential taste of summer has officially landed on the banks of the Yarra River as PIMM’S takes over the Fatto Terrace on Melbourne’s Southbank....

WHAT WINERIES TO VISIT IN THE CHAMPAGNE REGION

November 28, 2018

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, To-Do List, Travel

France's Champagne region is home to some of the most iconic and revered wineries in the world. Located around 100 miles east of Paris, EU laws and the laws of most countries state that only sparkling white...

FOOD NEWS: BAR SCHWEPPES, ALFRESCO DINING WITH NEPTUNE, LOVER WINDSOR’S NEW MENU

November 23, 2018

THE LAST WEEKEND OF BAR SCHWEPPES Schweppes has been bringing a bit of Schweppervescence to Melbourne, just in time for the Melbourne Cup Carnival and the advent of Spring, with the premium Bar...

ST KILDA’S HOTEL ESPLANADE REOPENS IN GRAND SPLENDOUR

November 20, 2018

St Kilda’s epic seaside grandeur, Hotel Esplanade, will reopen its doors this Friday 23 November. Through the legendary curb-side beer garden, guests will be able to journey from The Basement stage and...

PICCOLINA GELATERIA TEAM UP WITH FUTURE FUTURE TO DISH UP TO-DIE-FOR GELATO MOCHI

November 14, 2018

Melbourne favourites Piccolina Gelateria and Future Future have teamed up to create an Italo-Japanese hybrid dessert, the gelato mocha, which launched at the 2018 Lexus Design Pavilion at The Spring...

STATE OF GRACE BRINGS A TOUCH OF ELEGANCE TO A NEW MELBOURNE LOCATION

November 13, 2018

Melbourne’s favourite State of Grace has been resurrected and has opened on King street. The nocturnal hangout previously found on the New York end of Collins Street has been MIA since November 2016 with...

REVIEW: ASADO MELBOURNE BRINGS A SPANISH TWIST ON ARGENTINIAN GRILL

November 11, 2018

Brought to you by the team behind some of Melbourne's favourite South American establishments, San Telmo, Pastuso and Palermo, Asado is the latest instalment from the team bringing delicious South American...

FOOD NEWS: PRAN CENTRAL LAUNCHES CONVENIENT $10 LUNCHES AND ISH OPENS CONTEMPORARY INDIAN ON GERTRUDE STREET

November 7, 2018

PRAN CENTRAL LAUNCHES CONVENIENT $10 LUNCHES Pran Central is making lunch on Chapel Street even more convenient and affordable with a delicious selection of meals available for $10 and under. Hawker-style...

MELBOURNE: THE NIGHT NOODLE MARKET, SNEAK PEEK OF WHAT’S TO COME

November 6, 2018

The Night Noodle Markets will once again transform Birrarung Marr into a bustling Asian street food festival from this Thursday and giving Melburnians eighteen balmy nights to embark on a vibrant flavour...

FOOD NEWS: 400 GRADI x ROCHFORD WINES, COCA-COLA BATCH BLENDS AND YAGIZ LAUNCHES LUNCH MENU

October 25, 2018

400 GRADI LAUNCHES AT ROCHFORD WINES In an exciting move, two celebrated brands, 400 Gradi and Rochford Wines, have come together to create a new offering in the Yarra Valley. Set to open in late...

GABRIEL CAFE LAUNCHES IN FITZROY

October 16, 2018

Located in the heart of Fitzroy, newly opened Gabriel Cafe is set to become a quick favourite of locals and visitors from far and wide alike. After taking over iconic cafe De Clieu, Gabriel owner Andrew...

FOOD NEWS: PICCOLINA GELATERIA TO OPEN IN ST KILDA, POP-UP AT GARDEN STATE HOTEL

October 4, 2018

PICCOLINA GELATERIA TO OPEN ITS THIRD STORE ON ACLAND STREET, ST KILDA Bayside gelato lovers will be excited to hear that Piccolina Gelateria is opening their 3 rd store – this one located in Acland...

WE CHAT WITH MADAME FLAVOUR HERSELF, CORINNE NOYES ABOUT HER RANGE OF TEAS

October 3, 2018

You launched Madame Flavour just over 10 years ago. What made you start the brand and what are the biggest lessons you’ve learnt since? Indeed, I took my ‘long-service leave’ last year, travelling the...

DOLCI WITH LOVE, NOT YOUR AVERAGE COOKBOOK

September 25, 2018

Dolci, With Love is not your average cookbook – it is a journey through the revitalising Italian way of life via the lens of sweet, sweet treats; because a cake is just a cake until it is shared with loved...

FOOD NEWS: VINOMOFO LAUNCH PARTY FOR BETTY’S GAME, ROCKPOOL AT ALFRED PLACE AND CELEBRATE OKTOBERFEST AT MUNICH BRAUHAUS AND THE BAVARIAN

September 21, 2018

VINOMOFO IS HOSTING THE BETTY'S GAME ROSE WINE LAUNCH PARTY An epic new rosé is about to hit the streets of Melbourne - she’s prehistoric, she’s pretty in pink and she packs one helluva punch....

MELBOURNE NIGHT NOODLE MARKET RETURNS THIS NOVEMBER

September 19, 2018

The eagerly awaited Night Noodle Markets will once again transform Birrarung Marr into a bustling Asian street food festival, this Spring. Over eighteen balmy nights from 8-25 November, Melburnians can embark...

WHERE TO EAT IN NEW YORK: THE CLOCKTOWER

August 23, 2018

Located on New York's iconic Madison Avenue, Michelin Star chef Jason Atherton's project The Clocktower is a lesson in fine dining. Taking inspiration from his UK heritage, Atherton and his team serve up a...

SOUTHBANK PROGRESSIVE DINNER, THE WINTER TRAIL PROGRAM

August 15, 2018

The Winter Trail program of the Southbank Progressive Dinner invites guests to venture out for a dinner experience worth sharing during August and September, where your tastebuds can travel between Germany,...

CRINITIS, ALL THAT YOUR ITALIAN HEART DESIRES

August 5, 2018

If you're looking a place where all your Italian food desires can be met then look no further than Crinitis. This Italian restaurant has one of the biggest menus I've ever seen which means you could easily...

THE ICONIC ESPY SET TO RETURN IN NOVEMBER BRINGING MUSIC, ART, DRINK AND FOOD TO ST KILDA

July 31, 2018

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

St Kilda’s beloved Hotel Esplanade will reopen this November, when leading hospitality group, Sand Hill Road, unveils its landmark development of the seaside icon. Restored to its former grandeur and...

LESA, A NEW PLACE TO GATHER AND DINE IN THE RAFTERS OF EMBLA

July 18, 2018

Following an extensive renovation and months of anticipation, acclaimed restaurateurs Christian McCabe and Dave Verheul can finally announce that their latest venue, Lesa will open its doors in early August....

RINAS ARMADALE, THE LEGACY CONTINUES

July 17, 2018

Chefs Danny Natoli (previously head chef of Neptunes) and Adrian Li (ex Saigon Sally) have joined forces to develop modern Italian fare at Rina's in Armadale. Having both met whilst working at Donovans, their...

FOOD NEWS: RUSTICA OPENS AT MELBOURNE CENTRAL, THE DUKE OPENS ITS ROOFTOP BAR AND WHISKY, WINE AND FIRE FESTIVAL

July 12, 2018

RUSTICA OPENS AT MELBOURNE CENTRAL Renowned bakery-café, Rustica, announces the opening of its latest humble abode located in the iconic Melbourne Central shopping centre. The Rustica empire, lead by...

CELEBRATE WORLD CHOCOLATE DAY WITH THESE EXCITING WAYS TO ENJOY ONE OF THE BEST DAYS IN THE YEAR

July 7, 2018

Today is World Chocolate Day meaning that there is no excuse not to eat chocolate for the whole day! Here is some exciting ways to enjoy one of the world's favourite...

TIPICO BRINGS UNTYPICAL, TYPICAL ITALIAN FARE TO WINDSOR

June 21, 2018

Windsor’s bar and restaurant playground along High Street has added Italian flair with Tipico now open for service. Joining the ever-growing precinct of dining destinations, Tipico will bring classic...

MASTER DEN’S POPPU UPPU POP UP – JAPANESE HOT POT

June 19, 2018

Master Den, the keeper of secrets at Melbourne’s Japanese dining and drinking destinations, Izakaya Den and Hihou, can finally reveal the hot secret he has been keeping a tight lid on. Master Den’s Poppu...

Q&A: LONGSONG X EMBLA AT GOOD FOOD MONTH, OUR CHAT WITH CHEF DAVID MOYLE

June 11, 2018

Good Food Month is in full swing with various events happening across Melbourne. One of our favourite events coming up is the epic event featuring two of Melbourne's star chefs, David Moyle (Longsong) and...

THE GRAND BRUNCH AT BAROQ HOUSE TO CELEBRATE MOET & CHANDON GRAND DAY

June 7, 2018

Baroq House will play host to a brunch unlike any other in celebration of Moët & Chandon Grand Day on Saturday 9th June. Select guests and friends of the Champagne House will come together at Baroq...

FOOD NEWS: MENULOG & SHANNON NOLL GIVE MELBURNIANS AN HOUR BACK IN THEIR DAY WITH FREE BURGERS

June 4, 2018

Food & Drink, Uncategorized

New research shows Melburnians spend more than an hour each day preparing meals instead of getting a good night’s sleep (42%), having ‘me’ time (44%) or getting outside more (34%)¹. To give people back...

HOYTS LUX LAUNCH NEW MENU BY CELEBRITY CHEF MANU FEILDEL

May 21, 2018

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Guests of HOYTS LUX now have the chance to enjoy the culinary creations of much loved celebrity chef, Manu Feildel, as part of their premium cinematic experience. An avid movie goer, and recently announced...

MELBOURNE GOOD FOOD MONTH

May 16, 2018

Good Food Month presented by Citi returns to Melbourne next month with festival favourites Let’s Do Lunch, presented by Peter Lehmann Wines of the Barossa, and Friends of Good Food Month now added to the...

MORRIS JONES REVAMPED WITH A NEW CALIFORNIA-JAPANESE INSPIRED MENU AND BAR EXPERIENCE

May 10, 2018

Six years ago, Chapel Street institution Morris Jones changed the game in Windsor, setting the scene in a strip now populated by some of Melbourne’s hottest dining destinations. Redefining its...

IPPUDO ARRIVES IN MELBOURNE AND WE’RE RAMEN HAPPY

May 8, 2018

Melbournians need not cross the border for the famed IPPUDO ramen because now you can find it right in the heart of the city. The cult global chain, created by the ‘Ramen King’, Shigemi Kawahara, brings...

WHERE TO TAKE YOUR MOTHER THIS MOTHER’S DAY, OUR TOP PICKS FOR MELBOURNE

May 1, 2018

Need some help this Mother's day? We've rounded up some of our favourites so you can take your mum somewhere special! AFTERNOON TEA AT THE HOTEL WINDSOR Mums will receive the VIP treatment at The...

GRILL’D INCREASES ITS VEGETARIAN OPTIONS

April 30, 2018

Vegetable lovers rejoice as burger institution Grill'd has created two new vegetarian options which will be sure to have your mouth watering. Whether you are a vegetarian or vegan, or just prefer a vegetarian...

FOOD NEWS: CADDIE RESTAURANT + BAR OPENS IN RICHMOND AND ARCHIE GREEN’S NEW MENU

April 17, 2018

CADDIE RESTAURANT + BAR IN SWAN STREET RICHMOND Chef Dylan Evans has opened his own bar and restaurant at 167 Swan Street, Richmond. Having worked at some of the best restaurants in the world including...

TREAT YOURSELF THIS EASTER WITH OUR TOP EASTER TREATS

March 28, 2018

Easter is one of those celebrations that kind of creep up on you, even though it is a wonderful time of year to celebrate birth, growth and chocolate! This Easter we've picked out some of our favourite...

DAVID JONES FOOD LAUNCHES AT MALVERN CENTRAL

March 28, 2018

David Jones has launched its new premium food concept at Malvern Central unveiling an innovative food offering with an emphasis on freshness, convenience and exceptional quality. It is the department...

TGI FRIDAYS PROUDLY SUPPORTS THE GOOD FRIDAY APPEAL WITH $10K DONATION

March 22, 2018

This month, TGI Fridays Bar & Grill restaurants in Victoria will rally together to raise much-needed funds for the Royal Children’s Hospital, in conjunction with the annual Good Friday Appeal. TGI...

MELBOURNE FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL – WORLD’S LONGEST LUNCH

March 21, 2018

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Bank of Melbourne World’s Longest Lunch last Friday was the perfect way to kick off the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival (16-25 March, 2018). This year the event left the city for the banks of the...

HEINEKEN SATURDAY’S AMAZING MUSIC LINE UP AT THE AUSTRALIAN F1 GRAND PRIX

March 20, 2018

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Following a successful debut last year, HeinekenSaturday will return on Saturday 24 March at the Formula 1 2018 Rolex Australian Grand Prix with a stellar line up showcasing top Australian and...

FOOD NEWS: BURCH AND PURCHESE’S NEW DESSERT TO CELEBRATE AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX, BREAKFAST PIZZA AT HUNGRY BEAR AND GODIVA’S 2018 EASTER COLLECTION

March 14, 2018

BURCH AND PURCHESE LAUNCHES NEW LUXE DESSERT WITH THE CHANCE WIN DOUBLE PASS TO GLAMOUR ON THE GRID Burch Burch and Purchese’s new and most luxe dessert to date created by Darren Purchese is a new...

MELBOURNE FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL – ADELPHI FLINDERS LANE NEIGHBOURHOOD POOL PARTY

March 13, 2018

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Everybody loves good neighbours, and Adelphi Hotel is getting together with theirs to bring you a Flinders Lane Neighbourhood Pool Party for the 2018 Melbourne Food & Wine Festival. On Friday 23 March,...

DISCOVER THE QUEEN VICTORIA MARKET ON THE ULTIMATE FOODIE TOUR

February 26, 2018

You may not know this, but we have one of the best markets in the world right on our doorstep. The Queen Victoria Market is considered one of the best markets in the world with its huge array of fresh produce...

CELEBRATE AUSTRALIA DAY WITH A LAMINGTON LOG FROM PICCOLINA GELATERIA

January 24, 2018

Celebrate Australia Day with a true blue slice of Lamington but with a twist. Piccolina Gelateria is helping those with the sweet tooth celebrate Australia Day this 26th January with a limited edition single...

FOOD NEWS: AUSTRALIAN OPEN G&Ts AT LONA, RATIO COCOA ROASTERS AND TANQUERAY GIN BAR AT THE BRIDGE HOTEL

January 19, 2018

CELEBRATE THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN WITH A NICE GIN & TONIC AT LONA So, it’s that time of the year… the time where all of your inhibitions are lowered as you watch fit, successful and wealthy athletes...

FOOD & DRINK NEWS: VINOMOFO LAUNCHES CLICK’N’COLLECT

January 12, 2018

Melbourne’s favourite wine retailer, Vinomofo has launched Click & Collect! Gone are the days of waiting by your mailbox for your precious delivery of vino. Now all you need to do is: Step...

SPEND NEW YEARS EVE AFLOAT WITH ARBORY BAR

Paige Richards

December 28, 2017

Stuck on ideas for NYE? Why not ring in New Years 2018 aboard Melbourne's favourite floating bar & eatery, Arbory Afloat? Drink Champagne, devour food and dance to tunes while you and your mates...

STELLA ARTOIS CELEBRATE THEIR FINAL SENSORIUM WITH AN EXTRA SPECIAL CHRISTMAS SENSORIUM

December 19, 2017

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The final Sensorium initiative from Stella Artois was held exclusively at Shannon Bennett’s private residence. Chef, Guillaume Brahimi and his team from Bistro Guillaume took over the chef (and long time...

DESSERT QUEEN CHRISTY TANIA LAUNCHES THE SWEETEST BREAKFAST

December 19, 2017

This December, dessert queen Christy Tania will pioneer Melbourne’s first sweet breakfast menu from her very own dessert store Glacé Frozen, which opened in Windsor in August. The highly acclaimed pastry...

SPORTING GLOBE, NOT JUST ABOUT SPORTS

December 6, 2017