Ellen Seah

Ellen Seah worked as the National News & Features Editor at Concrete Playground, focusing on leading organic editorial content across ANZ including news, listings and tentpole features. She's an avid reader, ungraceful long-distance runner and post-grad psychology student. At the moment, she works as a freelance Editor and Academic Advisor for the likes of Concrete Playground, Visit Victoria and RMIT.

Favourite restaurant in Melbourne: France Soir — Melbourne's quintessential French bistro with over three decades under its belt. It's got old-school charm, waiters with plenty of character and an atmosphere unlike anywhere else in Melbourne. From escargot and steak tartare, to steak frites and duck a l'orange, France Soir is a study in essential Euro flavours without unnecessary fanfare.

Guide
Six of the Best Natural Hot Springs and Spas in Victoria to Visit When You Need Some R&R

Make the pilgrimage to one of Victoria's best natural hot springs and spas for some well-deserved rest.

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Event
Sky Symphony

Wednesday, October 11 - Sunday, October 15, 2023
Eastern end of Yarra Promenade

This free, five-day symphonic sound and light installation will transform the Yarra this October.

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News
A New 5000-Capacity Live Music Venue Has Been Proposed for St Kilda

The proposed site is situated in a prime position on St Kilda's foreshore, in proximity to both the Palais Theatre and Luna Park.

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News
Now Open: Studley Park Boathouse Has Officially Reopened Following a $5.8-Million Makeover

The historic boathouse has swung open its doors with a new cafe, restaurant, pizzeria, gelato cart and outdoor dining deck along the Yarra.

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Event
Maha North x Mac Forbes

Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Maha Bar, Collingwood

Shane Delia is throwing a special once-off dinner with paired Yarra Valley wines in his Collingwood restaurant.

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Event
Westfield x Live Nation

Sunday, September 17 - Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Westfield Shopping Centres, Melbourne

Catch performances from Amy Shark, Jessica Mauboy or Thelma Plum at this free live music event series.

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Restaurant
AOI TSUKI

384 Punt Road, South Yarra

This modern chef's table-style menu in South Yarra is an intimate, sumptuous experience that celebrates the creative and the contemporary.

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Event
Cocktail Hour at Lucas Restaurants

Thursday, August 24, 2023 - Monday, January 1, 2024
Various Melbourne venues, Melbourne

The Lucas Group's venues are throwing a happy hour special for the ages, including $9.50 cocktails, $6.50 craft beers, wallet-friendly wine and small plates specials.

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News
Now Open: Hotel Indigo Is the New Flinders Lane Staycation Spot Boasting a Spanish Tapas Bar

This stylish urban escape pays tribute to fashion photographer Helmut Newton across a sprawling 216-room property.

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News
Victoria's Bridge Road Brewers Is Opening a Massive Second Brewhouse in Brunswick

Come September, Brunswick will be home to a new 350-seat brewhouse and restaurant boasting two huge outdoor dining spaces.

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News
Now Open: Mr Tompkins Is Flinders Street's New Underground Restaurant With an Ex-Coda Chef at the Helm

Hidden underneath Flinders Street, Mr Tompkins delivers a modern, Euro-accented menu in a moody 60-seat space.

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News
Now Open: Lower Plenty's New Bistro Comes From a Chef with Michelin-Star Pedigree

Stix Restaurant and Bar is embracing the art of charcoal grilling, with a Euro-leaning menu that nods to Cooper's culinary journey.

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Event
Botswana Butchery x Nikka Whisky Degustation

Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Botswana Butchery Melbourne, Melbourne

This luxurious six-course degustation trips through four courses of wagyu and paired whisky cocktails.

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Grazeland BBQ Beer Festival 2023

Friday, September 1 - Sunday, September 3, 2023
Grazeland Melbourne, Spotswood

This three-day celebration of craft beer and barbecue coincides neatly with Father's Day.

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Greener Getaways: Five Ways to Have an Eco-Conscious Long Weekend in Port Douglas

If you're looking to put nature at the forefront of your next long weekend, there are plenty of ways to travel mindfully and sustainably across Port Douglas.

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Poolside Pilates at WET

Tuesday, August 29 - Tuesday, November 28, 2023
W Melbourne, Melbourne

Enjoy a poolside Pilates session — 14 storeys up.

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RESET Festival

Saturday, September 2 - Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Federation Square, Melbourne

Fed Square is championing planet-friendly living with a Zero Waste Festival, vegan market and hands-on workshops from Brunswick community favourite CERES.

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Le Labo City Exclusive 2023

Tuesday, August 1 - Saturday, September 30, 2023
Le Labo, Fitzroy

Le Labo is bringing all of its city-exclusive perfume blends to Fitzroy for a limited time.

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Just In: Studley Park Boathouse Is Reopening This August Following a $5.8-Million Makeover

The historic boathouse is set to reopen on August 31, complete with a new cafe, restaurant, pizzeria, gelato cart and outdoor dining deck along the Yarra.

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Spring Sunday Sessions

Sunday, September 3 - Sunday, October 29, 2023
Victoria by Farmer's Daughters, Melbourne

Wrap up your week with bottomless Four Pillars gin cocktails and produce-driven eats overlooking the Yarra.

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