Andrew Zuccala

Andrew Zuccala is the SEO Editor at Concrete Playground, focusing on writing guides to the best bars and restaurants across Australia and New Zealand — working closely with Concrete Playground's city editors. Andrew also has a heap of experience as a food and travel writer, having worked for several publications in Australia and the UK.

Favourite restaurant in Melbourne: I love Amiconi Restaurant in West Melbourne. It’s an old-school Italian joint that’s been around for over 60 years, serving up authentic Sicilian eats with a BYO wine license. If you're going with a group, make sure you order the banquet feast — there's no way you'll be leaving hungry.

News
Now Open: Babae Is Ballarat's New Degustation-Only Restaurant Championing Goldfields Produce

The hotel dining revolution has made its way to Ballarat as Hotel Vera launches its intimate fine-diner.

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Event
Jack's Rides

Friday, March 22 - Sunday, March 24, 2024
Next Hotel Melbourne, Melbourne

For three days, Jack Daniels and the McLaren F1 Racing Team will be giving away free supercar rides from the CBD to South Melbourne.

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News
Baker Bleu Will be Slinging Pizzas, Pastries and Loaded Sangas From Its New Cremorne Cafe This Spring

The Melbourne bakery is branching out into the all-day dining cafe scene with this new venture.

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Event
Polish Easter Feast

Friday, March 29 - Saturday, March 30, 2024
Eat Pierogi Make Love, Brunswick East

Eat pierogis and fall in love with some Polish Easter traditions up in Brunswick East.

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News
Coming Soon: Sri Lankan Hoppers Get the Spotlight at This New Prahran Diner From the Founder of Entrecôte

These light, crispy bowl-shaped pancakes take centre stage at the Hopper Joint.

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News
Now Open: Kew Just Scored a Sleek New Cocktail Bar From the Mister Bianco Crew

Joe Vargetto is blending old-school Italian sensibilities with contemporary cool at Bianchetto.

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Event
F1 Flour Child x Patrón Margarita Giveaway

Monday, March 18 - Sunday, March 24, 2024
Flour Child St Kilda, St Kilda

F1 ticket holders can drop in for free Patrón margaritas at the St Kilda restaurant.

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Guide
The 21 Best Restaurants in Melbourne

From high-flying fine-diners in the CBD to tried-and-true neighbourhood haunts — these are the Melbourne restaurants we'd recommend to a friend (you, dear reader).

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Event
Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show

Wednesday, March 20 - Sunday, March 24, 2024
Carlton Gardens, Carlton

This five-day flower and garden fest features landscaping inspo, workshops for plant lovers, art exhibitions and a special after-dark experience.

Buy Tickets

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News
Coming Soon: Chris Lucas Is Opening His Third Chin Chin Outpost at Geelong's GMHBA Stadium

Even though it's set within Kardinia Park, the new Chin Chin in Geelong isn't just for sports fans.

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Guide
The 21 Best BYO Restaurants in Melbourne

Head to your local bottle shop or pilfer your own wine collection before hitting these Melbourne BYO restaurants.

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News
Now Open: D.O.C Has Landed in St Kilda with a Heap of Exclusive Site-Only Seafood Dishes

The new seaside site is the seventh notch in D.O.C's Italian restaurant belt.

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Guide
The 12 Best Omakase in Melbourne

This multi-course Japanese dining experience has surged in popularity over the past few years — with sushi lovers fighting to get a reservation at the exclusive chef's tables.

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Guide
The 20 Best Pubs in Melbourne

Looking for a new local? This selection of classic Melbourne boozers and more contemporary gastropubs will suit all beer and parma enthusiasts.

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Event
Sri Lankan Festival at QVM

Sunday, April 28, 2024
Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne

Celebrate Sinhala and Tamil New Year at Queen Vic Market's food- and music-filled festival.

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Event
Free Yum Cha at David's

Saturday, March 16, 2024, Saturday, March 23, 2024, Saturday, March 30, 2024 and Saturday, April 6, 2024
David's, Prahran

Free unlimited yum cha is up for grabs every Saturday arvo in Prahran for anyone named David.

Book Now

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Event
Harmony Market

Saturday, March 23, 2024
Section 8, Melbourne

Section 8 is hosting a one-off pop-up market supporting businesses run by refugees and asylum seekers.

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News
Coming Soon: Misfits Has Taken Over the Former Baby Snakes Site in Footscray

A trio of misfits has set up a sleek new bar in Footscray, set to champion local artists and community groups.

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Event
Grampians Grape Escape

Friday, May 3 - Sunday, May 5, 2024
Halls Gap Recreation Reserve, Halls Gap

Three days of local food, wine, artisanal wares, live music and workshops from some of western Victoria's top producers.

Buy Tickets

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Event
FAZEEK Warehouse Sale

Friday, March 22 - Sunday, March 24, 2024
FAZEEK Warehouse, Northcote

Head down to the Northcote warehouse to score some massive discounts on FAZEEK's signature homewares.

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