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                <title>Coburg&#039;s Gemini Wine Bar is Celebrating Its Namesake Star Sign With a Month-Long Series of Events Including an Astrology-Led Supper Club</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jade Solomon]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 05:17:01 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Embracing its namesake star sign, the events are intended to capture the playfulness, creativity, and curiosity of the astrological sign. </p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Embracing its namesake star sign, the events are intended to capture the playfulness, creativity, and curiosity of the astrological sign. </p>
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                <title>Coming Soon: the Owner of Red Hill&#039;s Esteemed Many Little Bar &#038; Dining Announces Plans to Bring His Signature Sri Lankan Cuisine to Chapel Street</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jade Solomon]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 03:14:05 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>There will be specialty Sri Lankan snacks, hoppers, curries, and regional dishes that many diners may never have encountered.</p>
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                <title>The Specials Board: These Are Sydney&#039;s Must-Try Food and Drink Specials for May</title>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:52:07 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>New month, new flavours &mdash; these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>New month, new flavours &mdash; these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.</p>
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                <title>The Specials Board: These Are Melbourne&#039;s Must-Try Food and Drink Specials for May</title>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:51:19 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>New month, new flavours &mdash; these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>New month, new flavours &mdash; these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.</p>
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                <title>This Just in: the Awards for Victoria&#039;s Top Pubs and Hotels Were Just Handed Down — so Did Your Local Make the Cut?</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jade Solomon]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:25:22 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>The significant event acknowledges the hard work and dedication that continues to make Melbourne's hospitality industry one of the city's most distinctive and attractive features. </p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The significant event acknowledges the hard work and dedication that continues to make Melbourne's hospitality industry one of the city's most distinctive and attractive features. </p>
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                <title>Good Taste: Where Sydney&#039;s Fashion Crowd Ate During Australian Fashion Week 2026</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Hayley Peppin]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 01:13:52 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>We voice-noted the AFW it-crowd to find out where they actually ate this year &mdash; from post-show Icebergs lunches to late-night Big Mac confessions.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We voice-noted the AFW it-crowd to find out where they actually ate this year &mdash; from post-show Icebergs lunches to late-night Big Mac confessions.</p>
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                <title>The Michelin Guide is Finally Coming to Aus, But It&#039;s Skipping the Big Name Cities for a Less Obvious Destination</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jade Solomon]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 01:53:10 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>The globally renowned culinary guide with a fascinating history is finally making its way down under.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The globally renowned culinary guide with a fascinating history is finally making its way down under.</p>
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                <title>Now Open: Mooloolaba Has a New High Point, with Sully&#039;s Rooftop Bringing Nostalgic Dining, Vibrant Cocktails and Stellar Views</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Hudson Brown]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:04:57 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Elevating the local dining scene, this new rooftop restaurant and bar blends breezy, nostalgic cuisine and sunset drinks with a 12th-storey perch.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Elevating the local dining scene, this new rooftop restaurant and bar blends breezy, nostalgic cuisine and sunset drinks with a 12th-storey perch.</p>
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                <title>End of Financial Year is Around The Corner: These Ten Melbourne Venues Can Help You and Your Team Celebrate</title>
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                <dc:creator><![CDATA[Concrete Playground]]></dc:creator>
                <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 05:57:45 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>From polished CBD spots to relaxed riverside hangouts, swap spreadsheets for spritzes during EOFY with these Melbourne venues.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From polished CBD spots to relaxed riverside hangouts, swap spreadsheets for spritzes during EOFY with these Melbourne venues.</p>
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                <title>Espolòn Is Taking Over Local Venues With Tarot, Tooth Gems and Weeknight Drink Specials</title>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 04:54:39 +0000</pubDate>
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                                    <description><![CDATA[<p>Raise your glass to mischief with these midweek festivities happening at a bar near you.</p>
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                                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Raise your glass to mischief with these midweek festivities happening at a bar near you.</p>
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