Category: Food & Drink
TOP 4 THINGS TO DO IN SYDNEY
Sydney is only a short hour or two away from Australia’s largest cities. Whether you are flying from Melbourne, Brisbane or feel…
WHERE TO EAT IN SYDNEY: SPICE TEMPLE
As one of Australia’s most celebrated chefs, everything Neil Perry touches turns to food gold. He…
FOOD NEWS: HUXTABURGER HEADS NORTH TO SYDNEY, TRUFFLES AT THE ESTELLE, LE CREUSET OPENS AT CHADSTONE
HUXTABURGER POP UP AT HARPOON HARRY IN SYDNEY Get ready for the next “Friends of Harry’s”…
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[STOKE] BAR & KITCHEN WHERE CITY MEETS GREAT FOOD
Following the move to the city last year, Stokehouse City has become a popular venue for…
GET YOUR TASTE OF ASIA WITH A VISIT TO SAIGON SALLY
Sneakily hidden in Duke street just off Chapel street, Saigon Sally might not be the most…
NOT ALL STEAKS WERE CREATED EQUAL – Q&A WITH HOPKINS RIVER BEEF AND ENTRECOTE OWNER ADAM NORTH
Congratulations on the success of Entrecôte! It has become one of Melbourne’s hottest new restaurants. Why…
CREATE YOUR TASTE WITH MCDONALDS (WATCH)
Couturing trialed the ‘Create Your Taste’ concept as guests of McDonald’s. This post is sponsored by Nuffnang…
FOOD NEWS: PERONI GOES PICCOLA, MONKEY KING BAR, BIBELOT HIGH TEA SALON OPENS, BASTILLE DAY & CHEZ DRE BAKERY
PERONI NASTRO AZZURO INTRODUCES THE ‘PERONI PICCOLA’ Smaller in size, yet equal in taste, the Peroni Piccola…
Q&A – THOSE GIRLS, WARMING WINTER WITH BEAUTIFUL BEVERAGES
Congratulations on the success of Those Girls. Tell us a bit about how it all started?…
WIN: BAKER’S DELIGHT LEMON AND BLUEBERRY SCONES
Baker’s Delight are celebrating winter with new limited edition Lemon & Blueberry Scones that will be available in…
FOOD NEWS: WINTER AND JULY 4 AT ARBORY, CLOUDY BAY PINOT & DUCK TRAIL
WINTER AT ARBORY INCLUDING 4 JULY CELEBRATIONS This winter Arbory Bar & Eatery will warm the…
2015 PEPPERJACK BATTLE OF THE STEAKS
Food battles don’t come any bigger than this. The 2015 Pepperjack Battle of the…
DENIS THE MENACE OPENS IN CREMORNE
Shaking up the cafe scene is the new kid on the cafe block, Denis the…
CREATING OUR TASTE WITH MCDONALDS
Melbournians are notorious for their love of all things burgers, and we’re a tough crowd to…
MATCHA MAIDEN, THE GREENEST BRAND YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT
If you haven’t heard about matcha, then listen up. This wonderful green tea product is the…
T2 CHAI CHAMPIONSHIPS NAMES SECOND WINNER
On a chilly Melbourne evening on Monday 22 June, spicy aromas filled T2’s Headquarters as Melbourne’s top…
WIN A DOUBLE PASS TO TRUFFLE MELBOURNE
Get ready Melbourne. Truffle Melbourne is back for another delicious weekend of truffles and fun on…
MAKE A DATE WITH MR MIYAGI
One of the hottest places in Melbourne for foodies is Windsor. More specifically, Chapel Street in…
FOOD NEWS: T2 CHAI FESTIVAL, HANOI HANNAH AND BEER DELUXE
T2 INAUGURAL CHAI FESTIVAL Chai lovers will love the inaugural Chai Festival by our favourite tea…
FOOD NEWS: GELATO MESSINA OPENS IN RICHMOND, THE ROVING MARROW, ST KILDA BURGER BAR
GELATO MESSINA OPENS IN RICHMOND One of Australia’s favourite Gelateria’s Gelato Messina opened its second Melbourne…
FOOD NEWS: FREE 1ST BIRTHDAY PAN FRIED BUNS AT NEW SHANGHAI, ITALI.CO YOUNG CHEF’S DINNER AND LUME PREVIEWS ITS MENU OFFSITE
FREE PAN FRIED BUN WEEK AT NEW SHANGHAI Melbourne’s best dumpling house is turning one! New…
TASTE THE FLAVOURS OF JAPAN AT SAKE
One of the best things about the change in seasons is that menus across the city…
FOOD NEWS: NEGRONI WEEK, BROTHER BURGER OPENS IN SOUTH YARRA, THE ROAST COLLECTION AND ALL GOOD ORGANICS DRINKS
NEGRONI WEEK 1-7 JUNE, 2015 Running from 1st through to 7th June, 2015, Negroni Week will…
TRUFFLE MANIA TAKES OVER PRAHRAN MARKET 20-21 JUNE
Over two days in June, Prahran Market is set to experience truffle-mania when prestigious Australian food…
A CONSCIOUS COLLECTION BRINGS A HEALTHY TWIST TO CHOCOHOLICS
Brooke from popular health and well-being blog A Conscious Collection, has launched her first e-book, Chocoholics.…
EXPERIENCING THE FOOTSCRAY FRESH FOOD MARKETS WITH MELBOURNE’S TOP CHEFS
Visiting the Footscray Fresh Food Markets is a market experience like no other. It bursts with…
FOOD NEWS: KERRIE HESS X LADUREE, FETTLE FLECKS, WOODY.P AND T2 MATCHA
KERRIE HESS X LADUREE Celebrated Australian illustrator Kerrie Hess has lent her hand to this…
LESSONS IN TEA AT THE T2 AUTUMN EDITION TEA WORKSHOPS
Tea. It’s something that I have everyday without fail. Whether it’s a hot cup of English…
GOOD BEER WEEK BEGINS
The Aussie beer-fest kicks off on May 16 with a whole week of celebrations during Good Beer Week. If…
BIBELOT, A SWEET TOOTH’S ULTIMATE DESTINATION
Melbourne’s newest destination of desire opened over the weekend in South Melbourne. Bibelot, opened by the…
TAKE A DRINK ON THE WILD SIDE AT GLAMP COCKTAIL BAR
Melbourne’s newest watering hole goes glam with a twist with the Glamp Cocktail Bar opening…
WHERE TO TAKE YOUR MUM ON MOTHER’S DAY IN MELBOURNE
Mother’s Day is just around the corner so if you haven’t booked a restaurant to take…
VIDEO: MAKING THE PERFECT DUMPLING AT NEW SHANGHAI (WATCH)
Making the perfect dumpling might seem easy but after spending time with the wonderful dim sum…
CELEBRATE AUTUMN WITH CECCONI’S
To celebrate its new Autumn menu, Melbourne institution Cecconi’s hosted an intimate media dinner to showcase…
CATALINA ROSE BAY – A SYDNEY ICON
Having just celebrated its 20th birthday, Catalina Rose Bay is a Sydney icon which moves with…
HOW TO HOST THE PERFECT DINNER PARTY
Any time is the right time to hold a dinner party. But so many of us…
FRANK GREEN TAKING SMART CUPS ANOTHER LEVEL
The humble takeaway coffee has been given an innovative uplift by frank green with the newly…
REVIEW: RUSTICA SOURDOUGH, THE PERFECT BREAD AND BREAKFAST
Weekend brunching has to be my favourite thing to do on the weekend next to sleep…
FOOD & DRINK NEWS – BOND MELBOURNE, MOUNTAIN GOAT AT BEER DELUXE HAWTHORN AND THE HIGHLINE RESTAURANT
BOND MELBOURNE REOPENS One of Melbourne’s most iconic venues has been given the Midas touch, with…
TRUFFLE MELBOURNE 2015 KICKS OFF WITH THE LONGEST LUNCH AT BURNHAM BEECHES
To celebrate the upcoming truffle season, the team behind Truffle Melbourne kicked off its 2015 list…
THE WORLD OF COCKTAILS ACCORDING TO GREY GOOSE AMBASSADOR, ANDY WREN
Ever wanted to know how to make the perfect Cocktail? We sat down with Grey Goose…
NAME YOUR PRICE AND SUPPORT THE GOOD FRIDAY APPEAL
If you’re stunned that it’s already April (wasn’t it just Christmas!?) then you won’t be shocked…
MORE THAN JUST A DRINK AT THE ST. HOTEL
The ST. Hotel in St Kilda opened late last year reinvigorating the Fitzroy street area and becoming…
BAKERY MASTERY WITH RUSTICA SOURDOUGH
Artisan baking has made a huge comeback in recent times with many artisan bakeries popping up…
FOOD & DRINK NEWS: OM NOM POP UP, THE KILBURN OPENS IN HAWTHORN, BROWN BROTHERS EASTER FAMILY FESTIVAL
OM NOM POPS UP WITH EASTER DELIGHTS From now until Thursday 9th April, Om Nom Dessert Bar and…
WHY YOU NEED TO EAT AT THE LONGEST BAR IN MELBOURNE, THE ARBORY
It’s no secret that Melbournians love their food, so if you’re a new kid on the…
COUTURING EASTER SPECIAL
Photographed and styled by Katherine Ng STOCKIST DETAILS Adriano Zumbo Cadbury Fairtrade Australia Haighs Lindt Long…
NEW: BABY X PIDAPIPO, CADBURY’S GIANT EASTER EGG CRACKS OPEN SUNDAY, HIGHLINE LAUNCHES ITS AUTUMN MENU AND VODKA O
Baby x Pidapipo Easter Gelato Collaboration Pidapipo Gelato is making the trip south from Lygon Street to bring…
YELLOWGLEN CELEBRATES NEW CREATIVE DIRECTOR SAMANTHA WILLS
As far as brand ambassadors go, there is no personality more perfect for Yellowglen than dynamic…
GIVEAWAY: PICNICKING ON THE MORNINGTON PENINSULA WITH THE PENINSULA PICNIC
The Mornington Peninsula is the place to be this Sunday 29 March with the inaugural Peninsula…
MELBOURNE FOODIE IDEAS THIS WEEK
Melburnians love a good mid–week tipple, and we all know that a good tipple is accompanied by a…
HIT THE WEEKEND WITH THESE VODKA COCKTAIL RECIPES THANKS TO VODKA O
The weekend is here and thanks to our friends at Vodka O, they’ve given us some…
GETTING TO KNOW MR MIYAGI
If you haven’t heard of Mr Miyagi, then listen up. We’ve talked to the team behind…
WELCOME TO THE RIVER, THE ARBORY BAR & EATERY OPENS IN MELBOURNE
The Arbory Bar & Eatery has officially opened marking a new era of dining on the…
THE SWAN STREET CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, A GOURMET AND CULTURAL PRECINCT IN THE HEART OF RICHMOND
The Swan Street Chamber of Commerce has popped up on Melbourne’s iconic Swan Street, a food…
GET FIT AND HELP DIABETES WITH BREAKFAST AROUND THE TAN
This Sunday morning I’m heading out to the Botanical Gardens to participate in ‘Breakfast around the…
BLANC IS THE NEW BLACK
Very rarely would you try for a table at the hottest restaurant with a reservation on…
FOOD FIT FOR ROYALTY AT DUTCHESS
Reopened after a huge renovation in late 2013, the Duke of Wellington has come synonymous as…
ONE HOT PILATES X REAL FOOD MOVEMENT
To celebrate the launch of an exciting collaboration between One Hot Pilates and The Real Food…
TOP 5 FOOD YOU NEED TO TRY IN SINGAPORE
When visiting new countries, one of the best ways to immerse yourself into the culture is…
EXPERIENCING #TASTEBYAPPOINTMENT WITH GREY GOOSE
Did you know that all tastes we experience can be broken down to five categories? Grey…
MELBOURNE LONG WEEKEND INSPIRATION
It’s the Labour Day on Monday 9 March meaning we have an extra to enjoy time…
YELLOWGLEN TERRACE GRACES THE TRACKS AT THE BLUE DIAMOND STAKES AT CAULFIELD
Yellowglen bought a touch of understated glamour to Caulfield on Saturday at Blue Diamond Stakes day…
COUTURING COOKS: ZUCCHINI, FETA AND TOMATO PASTA
Looking for an easy to make recipe with maximum appeal? Try this light pasta recipe with…
ROLLING STONE AWARDS WITH PATRON TEQUILA
Patron Tequila partnered with Rolling Stone’s for the 6th annual Rolling Stone Awards on Wednesday 25 February,…
GRILL’D TURNS 10 WITH A NEW STORE IN FLINDERS LANE
One of the hottest places in Melbourne for food just got hotter with the arrival of…
OUR FAVOURITE EVENTS AT THE MELBOURNE FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
Food and wine lovers rejoice! One of Australia’s most celebrated festivals, the Melbourne Food and Wine…
WIN A VIP PICNIC EXPERIENCE AT BLUE DIAMOND DAY THIS SATURDAY AT CAULFIELD
Yesterday we told you about the amazing Flavours of Asia Market Festival that is happening this…
FROMAGE A TROIS, THE PERFECT EVENT FOR CHEESE LOVERS
Melbourne’s renowned cheese and cider festival, Fromage A Trois, returns to the beautiful grounds of Werribee…
FLAVOURS OF ASIA MARKET FESTIVAL AT SPORTINGBET BLUE DIAMOND STAKES DAY
Melbourne Racing Club has partnered with the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival to proudly present the…
FOOD & DRINK NEWS: BROWN BROTHERS IMMERSION WEEKEND, NEW SHANGHAI’S CHINESE NEW YEAR MENU AND ZEVEN LEMON
BROWN BROTHERS IMMERSION WEEKEND Brown Brothers is offering the ultimate VIP experience for anyone who has…
LAST MINUTE VALENTINE’S DAY VENUES
Valentine’s Day is a day that some people dread each year. Not because it’s a bad…
THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND IN MELBOURNE
BON VOYAGE TO THE FASHION WORLD OF JEAN PAUL GAULTIER It’s hard to believe, but The…
WHERE TO TAKE YOUR VALENTINE?
This year Valentine’s day falls on a Saturday and that means you can spoil your Valentine…
HAMMER & TONG LAUNCHES TANKED POPUP KITCHEN AT LESS THAN ZERO
Hammer & Tong have applied their culinary expertise to an exciting new kitchen installation, located in South…
GO AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS WITH TRAMPOLINE GELATO
You can go around the world in 80 days with Trampoline Gelato who are celebrating the…
THINGS TO DO IN MELBOURNE THIS AUSTRALIA DAY LONG WEEKEND
Summer is well and truly here in Melbourne and the Australia Day long weekend has many…
WHERE TO GET YOUR CHEEKY MID-WEEK DRINK OUTDOORS THIS SUMMER
I love mid-week drinks, especially during Summer! After all, who doesn’t love to unwind at the…
EMIRATES TAKES THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN TO NEW HEIGHTS
They have one of the most exclusive and exciting marquees during the Spring Racing Carnival, and…
GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2015 EXPERIENCE
Are you one of those spectators who watch the tennis from your TV at home just…
LAUNCH OF THE 2015 SOUTH MELBOURNE NIGHT MARKET
As twilight descends, Cecil street comes alive. The delicious aroma of paprika and chili wafts down…
MESSINA HITS THE ROYAL CROQUET CLUB WITH ITS INTERNATIONAL SOUP KITCHEN
The Royal Croquet Club hits town this week for some croquet, food, fun and music Birrarung…
SPICE + SPICE = MAGIC AT THE SPICE ROOM
I love Indian food from punjabi restaurant brisbane. It’s always a delight to have your taste…
WIN THIS SEASONS HOTTEST NEW SPARKLING
One of Australia’s most highly acclaimed sparkling wine labels, Pirie, is celebrating Summer with the launch…
POP INTO THE NEW YEAR WITH COLD ROCK ICE CREAMERY AND WIN THE CHANCE TO ZIP AROUND IN A NEW FIAT 500 POP
Choose It. Mix It. Smash It. Love It… and you could ‘POP’ around town in a…
FINDING OUT WHAT THE ROYAL CROQUET CLUB IS ALL ABOUT WITH GRANT SMILLIE
The Royal Croquet Club hits town at the end of this week and we can’t wait…
A TOUCH OF ITALY AT THE PERONI MARQUEE AT THE PORTSEA POLO WITH ITALIAN ACTOR FLAVIO PARENTI
The Peroni marquee at the Portsea Polo is definitely the place to be this Saturday with…
WIN YOUR WAY INTO THE HOTTEST EVENT OF THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN
The Australian Open is almost upon us and we are giving you the chance to attend…
CROQUET ANYONE?
Melbourne comes alive this summer with the Royal Croquet Club lighting up the banks of Birrarung…
GET EXCITED FOR THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN AT CLUB APEROL
Aperol and Fatto Bar & Cantina join forces this summer to create ‘Club Aperol at Fatto’ –…
TAKING DINING TO NEW HEIGHTS AT HIGHLINE RESTAURANT AT THE RAILWAY HOTEL
So I have a secret to share. It’s not one that I want to, but I…
TEQUILA DRINK INSPIRATIONS FOR NYE
Need some drink inspiration for this New Year’s Eve? Our friends at Tequila Blu have put…
MELBOURNE’S NEW YEAR’S EVE HOTSPOTS
Looking for something interesting to do to celebrate the new year? We’ve got that covered with…
PIDAPIPO GELATERIA POPS INTO SUMMER
Gelato lovers rejoice! Pidapipó Gelataria has opened up a new store in Carlton, serving up it’s delicious…
LOOKING FOR A PLACE FOR CHRISTMAS LUNCH? THE HIGHLINE RESTAURANT AT THE RAILWAY HOTEL HAS THE MENU FOR YOU
The recently transformed Railway Hotel in Windsor will be turning on a traditional Australian Christmas feast…
FOOD & DRINK NEWS
What’s new in the world of food this week? Twisted Yoghurt Summer is well and truly…
INTERVIEW WITH LUCY LIU CHEF & DIRECTOR MICHAEL LAMBIE
There are plenty of reasons why Lucy Liu has become the hottest name in food in…
BEST FOOD & DRINK GIFTS FOR CHRISTMAS
If you’re looking for a different type of present, why not consider Food & Drink gifts? We’ve…
CALLING ALL FOODIES. WIN A DOUBLE PASS TO FLAVOUR EXCHANGE
lavour Exchange is hitting Fed Square this Thursday 4th and Friday 5th December with a celebration of all…
CHAMPAGNE AND SMOKED SALMON, A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN
Some things in the food world just make sense when they’re together. Ham and cheese. Bread…