Andrew Zuccala

Andrew Zuccala is the Melbourne Editor for Concrete Playground, writing about all the best things to do in the city. This includes sharing the most exciting new bars and restaurants you need to check out, the coolest events taking place each week, and just about anything else that’ll help you explore Melbourne to the fullest.

Andrew has a heap of experience as a lifestyle writer — focusing on food and travel — having worked for several publications in Australia and the UK. He’s always eating and drinking about town, hitting up exhibitions, dancing at live gigs and going on day trips around Victoria. Concrete Playground is where he’s sharing all these adventures.

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
Coming Soon: Moon Dog Wild West Is Swinging Open Its Saloon Doors in March with Tex-Mex Eats and a Bull Riding League

Join Moon Dog's Western Bull Riders Club to get a swag of gifts and a ticket to its pre-opening event.

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Event
World's Longest Lunch

Friday, March 15, 2024
Kings Domain, Melbourne

For this year's communal feast, Melbourne's own Andrew McConnell is running the show.

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Event
The Nonnas at Ronnie's

Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Ronnie's, Melbourne

Nonnas from a local Italian social club are taking over the kitchen at Ronnie's for one night only during this year's Melbourne Food & Wine Festival.

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Event
Nowruz: A Persian New Year Celebration

Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Free to Feed Fitzroy North, Fitzroy North

Head to Free to Feed in Fitzroy North to celebrate Persian culture, food and music.

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Guide
Where to Find the Best Pizza in Melbourne

From giant pepperoni-topped slices to vegan rounds, these Melbourne pizza joints have you covered.

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Event
Half-Price Pizzas at 400 Gradi

Friday, February 9, 2024
400 Gradi, East Brunswick

Head to any of its Melbourne pizza restaurants to nab a slice of the action.

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News
Bibs at the Ready: Ministry of Crab Is Returning to Melbourne for a Month-Long Celebration of Aussie Mud Crabs

Scuttle on down to Crown Towers to try some of the world's best crab dishes.

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News
Coming Soon: Fleet Is Flinders Street's Sleek New Rooftop Bar with Views Over the Yarra

Sat atop Vibe Hotel Melbourne, the bar will have a slight nautical theme and be fit for use no matter what weather Melbourne throws at it.

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Coming Soon: Melbourne's Famous American Doughnut Kitchen Van Is Opening a Bricks-and-Mortar Shop in Prahran Market

Soon, Southsiders won't have to travel up to Queen Vic Market to nab a bag of these hot jam doughnuts.

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Event
World Pizza Day Festival at Blossom Rooftop Bar

Friday, February 9 - Sunday, February 11, 2024
Blossom Rooftop Bar, Melbourne

The venue's team will be slinging woodfired pizzas, shucking fresh oysters and hosting DJs for three days.

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Event
PICKLESUSHI

Friday, February 23, 2024
National Pickleball League, South Melbourne

Pickleball and gourmet sushi come together for one night only at the National Pickleball League's indoor courts in South Melbourne.

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Guide
The 13 Best Hotels In Melbourne

Whether you're vacationing or staycationing, this lineup of the best hotels in Melbourne will help you live your best life — fine restaurants, premium spas and pillow menus await.

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Guide
Where to Find the Best Pottery Classes in Melbourne

Head to these Melbourne pottery studios to learn wheel-throwing, hand-building and ceramics-painting by super friendly experts.

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Event
Dan's Diner

Friday, March 15 - Sunday, March 24, 2024
Federation Square, Melbourne

Dan Hunter from Brae, Daniel Puskas from Sixpenny and Daniel Wilson from Yakimono will all contribute to the fun food offerings at this pop-up diner.

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News
Now Open: Celebrity Chef Karen Martini Is Running the Show at St Kilda's New Saint George

Martini is leaving her stamp all over the new Saint George — not just in the kitchen. And we are all for it.

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Northcote Rise Festival

Sunday, February 18, 2024
Northcote High Street, Northcote

Northcote's High Street will be taken over by food stalls, local artists and over 300 entertainers.

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Event
Taco and Tequila Party at Afloat

Thursday, March 21, 2024
Arbory Afloat, Melbourne

For one night only, Sydney's El Primo Sanchez and Ricos Tacos are hosting a taco and tequila party on the Yarra.

Buy Tickets

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Paired at Culprit

Thursday, February 1, 2024, Tuesday, February 6, 2024, Wednesday, February 7, 2024 and Thursday, February 8, 2024
Culprit, Melbourne

Treat yourself to bottomless oysters and bubbles, unlimited margaritas and margherita pizzas, or endless amounts of cheese and wine after work at W Melbourne.

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News
Coming Soon: The Preston Hotel Is Opening a New Rooftop Cocktail Bar with Pizza, Tapas and Uninterrupted City Views

Lulu Bar will be hosting DJs, rooftop film screenings and wine tastings throughout the year.

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Event
Free Communal Bathing Sessions at Inner Studio

Thursday, February 1, 2024, Friday, February 9, 2024, Thursday, February 15, 2024 and Thursday, February 22, 2024
Inner Studio, Collingwood

These spa sessions are for all the early risers out there seeking an alternative way to start the day.

Book Now

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