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Get ready, Victoria. As the temperature rises across the state, Heineken is on a mission to cool everyone down with a refreshing campaign aimed at challenging VIC consumers to reconsider their drink of choice...

Say Bonjour at the ninth year  of  celebrating French culture at Paris to Provence Festival this weekend. The yearly celebration of French culture starts Friday 23 November, 2017  at  the grounds of...

  This public event returns for its second instalment on Saturday, 18th November outside Glenferrie Station in Hawthorn. The Holy Weekender 2 is a free event presented by Holy Moly, Ironlak and...

After two years located in one of Melbourne’s hottest destinations, Hardware Street, Hash Specialty Coffee has expanded with a new café in Camberwell. With a dedicated following of customers...

Melbourne, rated the most liveable city in the world for the 7th year running is now also the home of the 7th Mercedes me store in the world. A new concept of it's kind - Mercedes me Melbourne,  opened...

Don’t waste the chance to give a goodwill gift this Christmas Australians are being urged to give goodwill gifts – not fill rubbish tips – in the lead-up to Christmas. The average Australian forks out...

The Melbourne Night Noodle Markets are back and better than ever, with the Menulog At Home Zone delivering some of Australia’s best street food straight to the seats of market-goers.   Bringing...

THE CRUX AND CO. DINE PINK INITIATIVE TO SUPPORT THE BREAST CANCER NETWORK AUSTRALIA This November, renowned café and dessert connoisseurs , The Crux and Co. is hosting an intimate dinner in support...

Highpoint Shopping Centre has created a new outdoor retail and casual dining precinct in Melbourne’s West, taking inspiration from food truck parks and capitalising on the interest in pop-up stores and...

Piccolina Gelateria has opened the doors of its  second location at 296 Smith Street, Collingwood just in time to satisfy all your gelato cravings this Summer. The new, purpose-built flagship store boasts a...

ELGEE PARK AND BALLIEU VINEYARD DINNER AT L'HOTEL GITAN Prahran’s own French gastropub, L’Hôtel Gitan will host the Elgee Park and Baillieu Vineyard wine dinner on Tuesday 31st October with a...

In conjunction with the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI), IKEA have announced the Make Room for Life exhibition to showcase IKEA Place – an augmented reality (AR) application that will help...

Melbourne’s largest skyscraper project, Melbourne Square, officially launched this week, celebrating what will become a prominent gateway precinct - and new green heart for Southbank.   The launch...

To continue the celebration of Chadstone's extended trading hours, The Fashion Capital is excited to launch Festival De Luxe, an activation that brings to life a series of professionally choreographed...

Pure South Dining is planning a night of Tasmanian ginspiration as they play to host to three premium artisan distillers from the pure south.   Curated and presented by 'The Gin Queen' Caroline...

When paradise calls – you answer. From evergreen islands to breath-taking waters, Phuket  has been known to be the place for many traveling Australians. While Phuket is filled with many hidden gems, Vijitt...

When it comes to superfoods, you don't often think of broth, but Melissa Morphet, founder of Be Wellbeing Broth has set out to change that. Congratulations on the launch of Be Wellbeing Broth! What inspired...

VINOMOFO'S WAREHOUSE WEEKENDER Vinomofo are popping bottles and are inviting Melburnian mofos to join them in their exclusive Warehouse Weekender. It’s like a weekender bender, but classier...

When in need of a restful and relaxing holiday, most Australians already think of Thailand. In particular, the southern tip of Phuket. Although economical, we don't often associate it with the comforts found...

GLACE     Internationally acclaimed pastry and dessert chef Christy Tania has opened her first permanent venue, Glacé, in Windsor. This stylish flagship store arrives in Melbourne off...

BIGGIE SMALLS FOOD TRUCK POPS UP AT FOUR PILLARS DISTILLERY TO CELEBRATE 'GIN AND JUICE COLLABORATION  Biggie Smalls – Windsor is due to open its doors this September. Expect Windsor to be bigger and...

Hong Kong is definitely a contender for New York's title of the city that doesn't sleep, with its bustling nightlife and amazing shopping distincts a major drawcard. But just because the city doesn't get...

WIN A YEAR'S WORTH OF BEER AND PIZZA AT THE GROSVENOR HOTEL The Grosvenor Hotel is giving one very lucky guest the chance to win an entire year’s worth of beer and pizza, delivered straight to their...

Port Melbourne’s cult cycle studio Bodhi & Ride will transform the Laser Tag Room at Kingpin Crown (8 Whiteman St, Southbank) into a pumping, high energy spin chamber on Monday August 14 and Tuesday...

Stella Artois launched the ‘Stella Artois Sensorium’ in Australia – a multi-sensorial, multi-course dining experience featuring food and beer pairings inspired by the spectrum of flavours in the...

When it comes to real estate, they say the most important thing is location, location, location. When it comes to hotels, I would argue the same principles apply. Hong Kong is known as one of the world's top...

Sick of ordering the same vodka sodas or G&Ts? You're in luck. Around The World in 80 Cocktails gives you all the #inspo you need to spice up your drink order.   Covering recipes from the...

Want to enjoy cafe quality at home whilst being environmentally friendly? Introducing Pod & Parcel the Melbourne-based start up that has introduced completely biodegradable and compostable coffee post...

To celebrate the launch of the "Specialty Coffee Melbourne" book from Smudge Eats, get a FREE coffee at participating venues on Friday 28th July until sold out. There are 30 participating venues across...

The wonder of winter arrives in Melbourne at the Madame Brussels Lane European Night Market so grab a woolly coat and get ready to embrace the chill! The Madame Brussels Lane European Night Market...

Kathmandu celebrated its 30th anniversary with an adventure filled event worthy of the adventurers who rely on Kathmandu for their gear! The celebration was hosted by Jules Lund who shared his humorous story...

Campari is bringing a touch of Milan to Melbourne this winter. Campari’s latest experiential activation set to turn Melbourne CBD red for the month of July If Milan’s passion, style and...

Who says Rosé is just for the Summer?  Rosé is growing in popularity across Australia and whilst we're lucky to have a great range of local Rosé wines, we're also seeing a growing range...

MR. MIYAGI'S LIMITED EDITION MR. M'S GOON BOX Mr. Miyagi to launch a limited edition cask wine box, Mr. M’s Goon Box from this weekend 22nd & 23rd July 2017. From the team that...

Nando’s gives our brightest young stars a golden opportunity with six Melbourne music students from JMC Academy going from recording in their bedrooms to recording at London’s Roundhouse Studios, after...

We all know the old adage that red wine goes with steak but what red wine? Pepperjack Wines have come up with a way to help you find the perfect red for wine for your cut of steak with their #MadeForSteak...

The Space Between, a tale of love and loss set amongst the beautiful region of Friuli Venezia Giulia in North East Italy, is a film that has made a significant mark on the Australian film industry being the...

This weekend, Ironlak, Alley Tunes, Coors Beer, Absolute Vodka, Holy Moly, The W.C.S.S. & Booroondara Winter Arts Festival are bringing The Holy Weekender: Street Market celebrating the world of street...

UNCLE GIVES A UNIQUE TWIST FOR BASTILLE DAY his Bastille Day (14 July), executive chef and co-owner of Uncle, Dai Duong is dishing up Franco-Vietnamese fodder for Francophiles looking to celebrate the...

UNIVERSAL PRACTICE Universal Practice has officially opened their second Melbourne studio, located on Johnston Street in Fitzroy. A year after the launch of their debut studio, the new space has the full...

I'm not ashamed to say that I couldn't live without my laptop. I'm one woman with a 9-5, a side hustle and a creative side and with that many hats to wear I need a laptop that thinks as fast as I can. But...

OPEN HOUSE MELBOURNE 2017 On Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th July, over 200 buildings around Melbourne will open their doors to the public. 84 new buildings have been added to the program this year...

FANCY HANK'S MAJESTIC HAWKER POP UP The team behind Fancy Hank’s - Kent Bell, Mike Patrick, Daragh Kan and Myles Munro - will launch Majestic Hawker for one weekend only on Friday 14th July until...

Melbourne suburb of Chirnside Park welcomes Eastridge Entertainment Precinct (EEP), the first premium culinary hub for the outer north-east area, as it officially throws open the doors to three new...

Om Nom Kitchen have launched a remarkably innovative new set of cocktails for patrons to warm their palates and senses this Winter. Om Nom Kitchen Bar Manager and Mixologist Chris McDonald joins the...

ELEVENTH ANNUAL YOUNG GUNS OF WINE AWARDS - PEOPLE'S CHOICE EVENT The annual Young Gun of Wine Awards searches for, showcases and celebrates Australia’s young guns of wine. This year, the Top 12 of...

Highpoint Shopping Centre is rallying behind the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) in support of its Telethon on World Refugee Day, Tuesday 20 June 2017. Playing home to a pop up phone booth...

Melbourne's wintery Wednesday nights are about to get warmer with the return of the iconic Queen Victoria Market's, Winter Night Market, every Wednesday from 7 June - 30 August 2017. This...

Weight has always been something that I've battled with over the years and with the inevitable march towards middle age, a demanding day job that creeps into the night and a penchant for fine food and wine,...

As someone who grew up in the outer south-eastern suburbs, the Dandenong Market is inextricably linked with my memories of childhood. Every Saturday morning my dad would drive there to do the weekly shop,...

Savoury or sweet? One or two? Champagne or sparkling? Questions that will cross your mind when you first arrive at Little Collins Kitchen at the Sheraton Melbourne. Their Parisian Afternoon tea will have you...

NEPTUNE, WINDSOR Neptune, Windsor’s newest all-encompassing food, wine and cocktail venue is set to become a neighbourhood institution. Residing on High Street, the multifaceted, two-level space...

  Opening its doors for the first time since ongoing refurbishment, the iconic Palais Theatre last night played host to the 35th annual St Kilda Film Festival. With thousands in attendance, the...

Attention art lovers in Australia - this is your chance to see Van Gogh up close. Enough said. We all know Van Gogh and his work  and the extreme value that his pieces hold and right now, the National...

For over 21 years, Salt&Pepper have prided themselves in offering affordable homewares that allow consumers to express their personality and mood in their home and for each home entertaining...

Ever wanted to make your very own blend of wine? Well, at this year’s High Country Harvest Festival you can – with Brown Brothers Winery. The 2017 festival is headlined by the exclusive opportunity to...

Run Melbourne presented by lululemon announced its 2017 event ambassadors with a special Mindful Morning launch event at Greenfields, Albert Park. The Mindful Morning launch event consisted of a...

Young Gun of Wine, the world’s most rigorous young winemaker competition, is presenting a Top 50 Event for the first time where 50 of Australia’s best young and emerging winemakers will be revealed at an...

We're always looking for new ways to spend our weekend, and luckily we have found your next location for a weekend away. Accomodation  It can be hard to find affordable luxury accommodation when...

Introducing Melbourne’s newest mini-golf club – unlike any you’ve experienced before. It’s a putt-putt course crossed with a cocktail bar and karaoke – all rolled into one crazy and chaotic...

The phrases ‘too big’, ‘too small’ and ‘wrong colour’ are replaced with ‘just right’ as Melbourne- based Crafter Interiors introduces a unique service allowing you to tweak or even...

Two of Western Australia’s most highly regarded distilleries tied for Champion Australian Distiller in a historical Australian Distilled Spirits Awards (ADSA) presentation last night in Melbourne, with a...

WHITEHART Whitehart is a two-storey open container bar nestled at the end of Whitehart Lane in the heart of the city. Built on a converted car park site, Whitehart is set to be one of the most...

Comedian and TV presenter Joel Creasey has joined hands with SKYY Vodka to invite Australians to stand for a toast to #CheerstoEquality. SKYY Vodka will unveil a first of its kind smart-tech glassware to...

The 2017 Rolex Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix is this weekend and it's the perfect time to host a glamorous bash with your own with your family and friends. Chandon, has joined forces with the McLaren-Honda...

Bligh Place’s new Middle Eastern restaurant and bar Souk has opened at the end of the laneway.  Souk (in the space formerly occupied by The Deanery) will give diners the opportunity to experience the...

Chandon celebrated the launch of the 2017 F1 season with the McLaren-Honda Formula 1 team at an event at the beautiful Chandon winery in the Yarra Valley, Domaine Chandon earlier this week. Ahead of...

Melbourne fashion in March is heating up at Highpoint Shopping Centre with the Fashion Hunt that will run from 30 March until 3 April. The Fashion Hunt will lead visitors on a style-filled treasure hunt,...

Did you know that the style and shape of a wine glass makes a difference to the taste of the wine?  The size, shape and quality of the glass directly impacts on how wine tastes and smells, as the wine to air,...

Heineken has announced details of an Australian-first innovative media activation, designed to connect with consumers in the lead up to the 2017 Formula 1 Rolex Australian Grand Prix. It will be the first...

Swiss watchmaker TAG Heuer has opened its highly anticipated Chadstone Boutique within the luxury retail precinct at the iconic Chadstone Shopping Centre with a VIP boxing class hosted by friend of the brand,...

Armadale's newest local gem, Wine 1160, brings a wine focused bar to High Street where locals or destination drinkers can experience the best in wine and food. Unlike many other establishments, Wine...

QUEEN OF THE SOUTH Queen of the South is the new Prahran restaurant and bar headed up by head chef Malcolm Williams (Senoritas, Rice Paper Scissors, Touché Hombre Melbourne and Bangkok),...

Sometimes hotel restaurants can be a bit average, but definitely not at the QT Melbourne. Pascale Bar & Grill takes hotel restaurant dining to a new level, making it a destination for foodies around...

Already have the back to work blues? The best way to shake them off is to start planning your next adventure, but where to start? Whether you're feeling adventurous, want to emerse yourself in a...

For years, Singapore had the reputation of being sterile and soulless, but those days are long gone. Yes, it’s one of the safest cities in the world, but boring it most certainly is not. Whether it’s...

EMPIRE STEAK AUSTRALIA DAY GIVEAWAY   Empire Steak is inspired by a true love of the humble steak sandwich, the unsung hero of our time. A champion of innovation, Empire Steak is also a loyal...

Stop the press! Mark 2 February, 2017 in your calendar as Kmart Australia are releasing their new living range. The latest collection showcases three key trends: Everyday elegance, Modern simplicity and...

Stella Artois celebrated their sponsorship of the 2017 Kooyong Classic, a tournament that has cemented its place as the premier lead up event for the Grand Slam of the Asia Pacific, the Australian Open...

So Frenchy, So Chic is one of the warmer months can't miss events, and last Sunday in Werribee Park saw life's simple pleasures brought together on a Summer’s day, with life and culture celebrated in true...

Visitors to the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) are transforming their artistic flair into a greener future for an iconic Melbourne landmark! A new La Trobe University initiative, inspired by one of...

HOPSCOTCH MELBOURNE Hopscotch is the latest addition to Southbank and Melbourne's burgeoning riverside scene. Hopscotch is your latest downbeat gathering place with a beer for every occasion, up to...

Get your Gin on! There is nothing better on a warm Summer's day than a nice glass of Gin and this Summer, Mist Wood Gin makes your world much easier with a new, light and refreshing spin on gin. Mist Wood Gin...

Summer’s heating up: Adelphi’s pool sessions are back. Adelphi Hotel’s iconic rooftop will once again play host to a series of weekend pop-up pool sessions. Until the end of January,...

Melbournians and tourists alike are spoilt for choice when it comes to hotel and dining options in the CBD. Laneway restaurants, cafes, street food and fine dining establishments seem to pop-up overnight and...

Forget santa knowing whether you’ve been naughty or nice, the wine-loving gods at Vinomofo believe every single mofo is on the nice list when it comes to devouring great wines. For adults,...

If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a premium thoroughbred, miRunners are now giving you the opportunity to make that dream a reality.   Take your first steps to entering the winner's circle, an...

HEINEKEN SATURDAY AT ROYAL CROQUET CLUB It's Melbourne's turn to take part in a truly iconic experience as Heineken Saturday  makes its much anticipated return to Victoria. In partnership with Royal...

48H Pizza and Gnocchi Bar is one of those secret places you don't want to share with anyone because the food is excellent, but at the same time it's hard to tell everyone because you have such great food!...

When I think of a local getaway that is not too far outside Melbourne, my mind often jumps to the standard beach getaway spots along the Mornington Peninsula or the Bellarine Peninsula. I have never really...

The Royal Croquet Club is set to kick off another summer season bringing food, art and music to Birrarung Marr, Melbourne for it’s third year running. The 16-day festival will run from Thursday...

THE CRAFT & CO (TC&C) CHRISTMAS MARKET ON 11 DECEMBER One of the most innovative food enterprises – The Craft & Co (TC&C) is taking a passion for paddock-to-plate one step...

On Saturday 26 November, Land Rover Polo in the City kick- started the Melbourne’s summer season in style with a glamorous polo party in Albert Park, Melbourne. Celebrating the event’s 11th year whilst...

Baklava fans will be thrilled with the news that Port Melbourne Greek yogurt store, blu spoon, has launched the nations first Baklava Bar this week. Those unfamiliar with the traditional Greek sweets...

CHRISTMAS HITS HIGHPOINT   One of Australia’s biggest retail destinations is making gift buying and planning for Christmas easy and affordable. Christmas will be hitting Highpoint...

Lavazza Australia launched Prontissimo! – the company’s first premium Italian style instant coffee range – in major Australian supermarket retailers earlier this month with a beautiful breakfast...

Last week, Land Rover Polo in the City kicked off the start of the summer season in style in Sydney, with the introduction of the Range Rover Evoque Convertible. The world’s first premium compact...

Paris to Provence celebrates its eighth year of  je ne sais quoi of French culture this weekend. From the moment you pass the historic wrought iron gates of National Trust property, Como House and Garden, you...

LADUREE OPENS ITS FIRST MELBOURNE STORE AT CHADSTONE Ladurée has officially opened the brand’s first Melbourne luxury Parisian tea room in Chadstone’s new redevelopment. Founded in Paris...

With outward distractions and increasing reliance on technology in our daily lives, now more than ever it's important to learn to switch off and get back to basics. The philosophy of mindfulness is one held...