Food & Drink

If you haven't heard of Mr Miyagi, then listen up. We've talked to the team behind one of the hottest restaurants in Melbourne, famous for the MFC, Miyagi Fried Chicken, about what's made Mr Miyagi such a...

The Arbory Bar & Eatery has officially opened marking a new era of dining on the banks of the Yarra. The urban renewal to the Sandridge Line and Yarra River precinct just on the banks of the Yarra...

The Swan Street Chamber of Commerce has popped up on Melbourne's iconic Swan Street, a food and cultural precinct that showcases a unique mix of Australian businesses in one collaborative and dynamic...

This Sunday morning I'm heading out to the Botanical Gardens to participate in 'Breakfast around the Tan' presented by Diabetes Australia - Vic in conjunction with the Melbourne Food & Wine...

Very rarely would you try for a table at the hottest restaurant with a reservation on Saturday night in Melbourne, but what about without even knowing the location? Melbourne's foodies, fashion fiends and...

Reopened after a huge renovation in late 2013, the Duke of Wellington has come synonymous as one of the CBD's best watering holes. The vibe is casual and cool, and it's a great place for catch up with...

To celebrate the launch of an exciting collaboration between One Hot Pilates and The Real Food Movement, One Hot Pilates celebrated this last week with an intimate hot pilates class followed by a pure and...

// When visiting new countries, one of the best ways to immerse yourself into the culture is to try some of the local delicacies. If you are planning a trip to Singapore, your tastebuds will definitely get...

Did you know that all tastes we experience can be broken down to five categories? Grey Goose does, and invited us to experience a whole new world of flavours - all accompanied by delicious, bespoke Grey...

It's the Labour Day on Monday 9 March meaning we have an extra to enjoy time with family and friends! We've pulled together a list of things to do this long weekend. Moomba One of Melbourne's...

Yellowglen bought a touch of understated glamour to Caulfield on Saturday at Blue Diamond Stakes day with the Yellowglen Terrace. The beautiful terrace, one that has most recently graced the tracks...

Looking for an easy to make recipe with maximum appeal? Try this light pasta recipe with a gluten free option ready in under 20 minutes. INGREDIENTS 375g Penne pasta (Couturing prefers this Gluten Free...

Justice Crew Patron Tequila partnered with Rolling Stone’s for the 6th annual Rolling Stone Awards on Wednesday 25 February, at the Byron Kennedy Hall of the Entertainment Quarter. Celebrating the best...

One of the hottest places in Melbourne for food just got hotter with the arrival of Grill'd, the health burger experts. The iconic and Melbourne founded brand celebrated the new store and 10 years...

Food and wine lovers rejoice! One of Australia’s most celebrated festivals, the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, is back and ready to fill our calendars with it’s culinary goodness. Kicking off on Friday...

Yesterday we told you about the amazing Flavours of Asia Market Festival that is happening this Saturday at Blue Diamond Day at Caulfield. As part of the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival, this amazing...

Melbourne’s renowned cheese and cider festival, Fromage A Trois, returns to the beautiful grounds of Werribee Park Mansion on 15 March 2015 with a bigger and better line up than ever seen...

Melbourne Racing Club has partnered with the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival to proudly present the Flavours of Asia Market Festival this Saturday February 28 at the Sportingbet Blue Diamond Stakes...

BROWN BROTHERS IMMERSION WEEKEND Brown Brothers is offering the ultimate VIP experience for anyone who has ever wanted to experience life as a winemaker first-hand – from tending the vines, to...

Valentine's Day is a day that some people dread each year. Not because it's a bad day but because it's hard to figure out what to do in the advance and sometimes working these things out can be daunting or too...

BON VOYAGE TO THE FASHION WORLD OF JEAN PAUL GAULTIER It's hard to believe, but The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier exhibition closes this Sunday after a successful showing at the National Gallery...

This year Valentine's day falls on a Saturday and that means you can spoil your Valentine for the whole day! To help you planning the perfect day, we've put together a list of restaurants that might be the...

Hammer & Tong have applied their culinary expertise to an exciting new kitchen installation, located in South Yarra favourite Less Than Zero. Famous for their extensive drinks menu, Less Than Zero...

You can go around the world in 80 days with Trampoline Gelato who are celebrating the Flavours of the World for 80 days. Launching in stores nationally this month, Trampoline Gelato is calling...

Summer is well and truly here in Melbourne and the Australia Day long weekend has many treats in store if you're up for something interesting and fun! We've put together our top places to head to this long...

I love mid-week drinks, especially during Summer! After all, who doesn't love to unwind at the end of a long day at work with a crisp glass of wine enjoying the warm weather and the outdoors? Well if you're in...

They have one of the most exclusive and exciting marquees during the Spring Racing Carnival, and now Emirates are bringing their signature luxe customer experience to the Australian Open. Celebrating...

Are you one of those spectators who watch the tennis from your TV at home just because you dread the thought of travelling all the way into the CBD only to head home straight after a game of tennis? Guilty. My...

As twilight descends, Cecil street comes alive. The delicious aroma of paprika and chili wafts down the sidewalk, mingled with the sweet scent of caramel and baked goods. The sizzling of sausages can be...

The Royal Croquet Club hits town this week for some croquet, food, fun and music Birrarung Marr from this Friday. It was announced today that one of Melbourne's favourite food destinations, Gelato Messina...

I love Indian food. It's always a delight to have your taste buds buzzing with excitement from a perfect blend of herbs and spices that I admittedly could not replicate in my home kitchen. Upon entering...

One of Australia's most highly acclaimed sparkling wine labels, Pirie, is celebrating Summer with the launch of three new cool-climate premium Tasmanian sparkling wines to its range. This exciting new...

Choose It. Mix It. Smash It. Love It... and you could ‘POP’ around town in a brand new Fiat 500 Pop. Ringing in the new year in true Cold Rock style, the iconic Australian Ice Creamery is giving...

The Royal Croquet Club hits town at the end of this week and we can't wait for the festival to begin. We sat down and asked Grant Smillie, one of the people responsible for organising this event, what to...

The Peroni marquee at the Portsea Polo is definitely the place to be this Saturday with not only international supermodel and face of Peroni, Natalia Borges, present but also the talented Italian...

The Australian Open is almost upon us and we are giving you the chance to attend the party of the season at the hottest venue of the season, Club Aperol at Fatto. CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT CLUB...

Melbourne comes alive this summer with the Royal Croquet Club lighting up the banks of Birrarung Marr this January with the ultimate summertime experience. After revelling in the ongoing success...

Aperol and Fatto Bar & Cantina join forces this summer to create 'Club Aperol at Fatto' – the perfect oasis to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and will become THE place to head to...

So I have a secret to share. It's not one that I want to, but I think for the good of Melbourne foodies, I need to. It's called the Highline restaurant. Located on the deck level of the newly renovated...

Need some drink inspiration for this New Year's Eve? Our friends at Tequila Blu have put together some fun and fantastic drink recipes to make your NYE a bit more fun and frivolous! Grapefruit...

Looking for something interesting to do to celebrate the new year? We've got that covered with some of Melbourne's best New Year's celebrations. The Emerson This year, The Emerson is offering an...

Gelato lovers rejoice! Pidapipó Gelataria has opened up a new store in Carlton, serving up it's delicious range of freshly made gelato, just in time for Summer. The new store comes after a successful...

The recently transformed Railway Hotel in Windsor will be turning on a traditional Australian Christmas feast on Christmas Day. Head Chef Simon Tarlington (ex Quay, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay and Maze) has...

What's new in the world of food this week? Twisted Yoghurt  Summer is well and truly here and now you can find a healthier alternative to ice cream with delicious flavours of Twisted Frozen...

There are plenty of reasons why Lucy Liu has become the hottest name in food in Melbourne apart from having some of the best food around town, and it's what makes this place tick more than any...

If you're looking for a different type of present, why not consider Food & Drink gifts? We've put together a list of our favourite Food & Drink gifts that will be perfect for your loved one this...

Flavour Exchange is hitting Fed Square this Thursday 4th and Friday 5th December with a celebration of all things Summer. The quarterly event showcases the best wines, beers, ciders, spirits and foods from...

SSome things in the food world just make sense when they're together. Ham and cheese. Bread and butter. Lime and soda. So it's no surprise that when Superior Gold launched its new range of premium smoked...

To celebrate Summer and the launch of its new Flutterby range, T2 hosted a fabulous Summer Tea Festival at its beautiful headquarters in Melbourne. The festival brought together some of the best T2 teas in...

This week Como House South Yarra plays host to The Président Cheese Paris To Provence Festival celebrating all things French. Over the course of the festival, some of Melbourne's best French chefs and...

The Président Cheese Paris to Provence Festival is one of the exciting events coming up at the historic Como House 21-23 November, where guests can experience all things French. The festival has become one...

Jennifer Hawkins sizzles for Mount Franklin Sparkling This summer, Australia’s darling Jennifer Hawkins brings a fizz of fashion to ‘Mount Franklin’ Lightly Sparkling with the release of the Summer...

Friday marks the start of 16 days of food fun by the banks of the Yarra! Starting on the 14th of November, Melbournians will flock to the Night Noodle Market at its new home at Birrarung Marr, where...

It’s French. It’s Bubbly & now it’s PINK for a limited time only One of our favourite French bubblies has turned Pink, for a limited time only this Spring. The Paul Louis Limited Edition Pink...

There is no two ways about it. Melbourne is a food obsessed city. Diners are prepared to wait up to 2 hours to get their hands on a meal from some of the hottest places in town. Since it opened earlier this...

BOOST JUICE SHAKES THINGS UP FOR CHARITY WITH CELEBRITY SMOOTHIE RANGE Boost Juice has partnered with four loved Australian celebrities to launch a limited edition range of smoothies and juices just in time...

Fancy yourself a foodie? Then we have just the giveaway for you. We've got a double pass to giveaway to this year's Taste of Melbourne food festival which will be held from Thursday the 13th to Sunday the 16th...

Heading to Flemington for Melbourne Cup Carnival? Make sure you make a pitstop at the ultimate trackside location, the Schweppes Flemington Fling Bar, for bespoke cocktails and music by Australia’s top...

Not going to the races this weekend? Don't fret, you can enjoy the fun atmosphere at our top picks this weekend. Italian favourites at La Svolta  Authentic Italian favourite, La Svolta is getting into...

It’s that time of year again. Prepare to gorge, graze and guzzle Melbourne, The Age Good Food Month is kicking off. Following the success of last year’s gastronomic venture, November will see a...

The Birdcage. Synonymous with fashion, beauty and celebrities during Melbourne Cup Carnival, the various marquees in this sanctuary play host to not only those that are best dressed, but feature the best food...

This month, the Veuve Clicquot Airstream rolls into summer, bringing with it Clicquot’s unique combination of luxury, food and design. The pop-up diner has kick-started parties all over the world, and, this...

Image by APL Photography Two Italian Boys launched their 2013 Vintage Prosecco at a stunning food event at Brunetti's in Carlton featuring beautiful Italian food and drink. The night, called Sogni d'Oro...

Cecconi's is a name synonymous with beautiful food and it's no wonder why the restaurant continues to be one of Melbourne's best places to dine. Consistently beautiful dishes, using the finest ingredients, and...

Marlborough wine label, Stoneleigh, has launched a hidden oasis in the heart of Fitzroy Street St Kilda, just in time for the warmer weather. Bringing the spirit of New Zealand to inner Melbourne,...

Making the perfect coffee is more than just filling up a basket, placing it into a machine and adding milk. The refined art that baristas do on a day to day basis is something I never really appreciated until...

Yellowglen are enlisting the help of ambassador Samantha Wills to bring a little Melbourne Spring Racing excitement to Sydney. To celebrate the race that stops a nation, the prestigious Melbourne Cup,...

If you are a lover of Italian food, then you can't miss out on Itali.co's La Domenica Italiana. Italian for The Italy Sunday, La Domenica Italiana brings the spirit and culture of Italy to...

MOJO Winemakers have launched its new look wines with the launch of Studio MOJO, a special collaboration with local Australian artists. MOJO Winemakers engaged artists Ghost Patrol, Kirra Jamison, Barbara...

It's safe to say, Melbourne is a city of foodies. Willing to wait for up to two hours to eat at some of the hottest dining spots in town, whether it's Italian, Japanese or Spanish food, Melburnians love it...

  For years we have seen this humble drink on our TV and Movie screens and only tasted it when overseas. Well no more Australia! Right now Snapple, the premium iced tea brand has arrived in...

The Melbourne Festival kicks off this week and along with the various Arts and Music activities, foodies are also spoilt for choice when it comes to the festival. The Foxtel Festival Hub will be located...

It's official, Australians love coffee. Did you know that 90% of our population drinks coffee? And that on average we spend $1,825 on takeaway coffee a year on getting our caffeine fix? These are some of...

Melbourne's hotspot, The Emerson turned 1 last week and celebrated the momentous occasion with a huge birthday celebration across the multi-level complex. The celebrations featured delicious sparkling from...

There is a lot to learn about Sparkling wine. More than I had anticipated after spending a lovely Spring morning learning from the best at the Brown Brothers Sparkling Masterclass held at Fatto Bar and...

Beauties will line up for the fashion on the fields but foodies like myself will be lining up for some of the finest food in Melbourne during the Crown Golden Ale Caulfield Cup Carnival. I can attest that...

Twinings is hosting a dinner on Monday event (September 29) alongside Gourmet Traveller to launch two new blends as a part of their infusions range – Orange & Cinnamon and Camomile & Spiced...

The Emerson turns 1  The Emerson is celebrating its 1st Birthday this Friday 19 September and is celebrating this momentous occasion with a big birthday bash. Starting at 6:30pm, the Birthday...

In case you didn't know, September 13 is World Chocolate Day. A day for chocolate you say? Well everyday is  chocolate day for me but a world wide celebration for chocolate seems appropriate given the joy it...

This season VODKA O introduces your newest summer companion, their latest range of naturally crafted, premixed Vodka cocktails. Combining pure VODKA O carbonated filtered water, real fruit juices, fruit purees...

Calling all Sydney Wine Lovers! Vino Paradiso begins on 31 October with a three-day event taking place at the Australian Technology Park, providing an unparalleled opportunity for Australian wine and food...

I love Pizza and it gives me so much pleasure to eat it. So when I discover another place in Melbourne where I know I will get good pizza is something of a God send. Itali.Co is a beautiful restaurant...

In a world first, John Walker and Sons, unlocked the liquefied brilliance of its Diamond Jubilee Scotch Whisky at a special event last week, at the Sydney Opera House. No stone was left unturned in the...

  Tantalising tastebuds down under, Englishly good. The apt description of the new brand of chips that have hit our shores. Tyrrells Crisps are saying G'day to Australia by bringing their delicious...

The warmer weather is just around the corner, and Rekorderlig have their newest cider flavour just in time to help you celebrate. An Australian favourite, the pomegranate has become commonplace in many...

Forget the usual condiments at a typical Australian bbq - tomato sauce, mustard and relish. Welcome to the new taste sensation of savoury jams that are now becoming popular additions to the Aussie dining...

If you can't get enough of Australian celebrity chef, Curtis Stone, then make sure you check out the new range of affordable kitchenware he has designed as part of Target's 'Designers for Target' program....

Celebrated Australian Chef, Adrian Richardson, recently helped to launch the new Patissier Multifunction Processor by Magimix with the help of TV food celebrity Maeve O'Mara in Sydney. The new Patissier...

Winter came alive last Friday at The Emerson rooftop with the Veuve Clicquot Winter Party, a party held to celebrate all things Veuve Clicquot and all things winter. Bringing a bit of glamour to Melbourne,...

The Meet your Maker event is happening again at Hammer & Tong on Tuesday 12 August where food meets wine meets wine maker. The event features four of Victoria's finest winemakers who will host a four...

When I’m considering where to eat, how good the dessert is, is often the deciding factor. When I heard that the Adelphi Hotel was home to a restaurant which focused on desserts, l couldn’t get my...

I spent Spring travelling around the north and east coast of Spain. It was my first time in the country, and like many tourists, my romantic notions sprang from a combination of home-made sangria and close...

It's not often I'm left speechless after meeting someone, but this is what happened to me when I met renowned chef and TV personality Manu Feildel at a special event held at his hot new Melbourne restaurant,...

We recently featured an interview with the wonderful and inspirational Simmone Logue, the founder of Simmone Logue Fine Foods . We asked Simmone to share one of her favourite recipes and here below is the...

I spent Spring travelling around the north and east coast of Spain. It was my first time in the country, and like many tourists, my deluded romantic notions sprang from a combination of home-made sangria and...

Simmon Logue has been in the food industry for over 16 years and is the creator of Simmone Logue Fine Food Company, a company that has two stores in Sydney and provides exquisite catering for some of...

Ok, hands up who hasn't quite got over the fact that summer seem to come and go in the blink of an eye, coupled with the fact we can no longer spend every Wednesday evening hanging out with friends and a...

When it comes to Italian cooking, it's good to learn from the best. And who better to learn from, than one of the best in the business, Olimpia Bortolotto, matriarch of one of Melbourne's best Italian...

Bastille Day is France's National Day that marks the day since the end of the French revolution. Around the world people celebrate this day with a bounty of French delights including one of France's...

This weekend, Melbourne truffle lovers will descend on Caulfield Racecourse to celebrate all things truffle related at the inaugural Truffle Melbourne. The two day event will showcase Truffle providores as...