Kat Hayes, Author at Concrete Playground

News
Ten of the Best Spots Where You Can Camp, Hike and Swim with Your Dog in Victoria

Head out into the great outdoors with your best mate at these dog-friendly hiking, swimming and camping spots around Victoria.

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Guide
Where to Find the Best Ramen in Melbourne

From tsukemen to black tonkotsu, these are ten of our favourite porky (and vegan) bowls of ramen noodles around the city.

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News
Melbourne's Best Underground Bars That Are Actually Underground

From Mexican-themed mezcal bars, to haunts with over 400 different spirits, these are the best bars under the city.

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Cafe
Tea Room at NGV

Level One, NGV International, 180 St Kilda Road, Southbank

Pair your trip to NGV International with a few tiers of finger sandwiches and scones.

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Restaurant
Mamor Chocolates & High Tea Szalon

153 Johnston Street, Collingwood

This Collingwood chocolate shop hosts Champagne brekkies, dessert nights and decadent high teas.

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Restaurant
Stalactites Restaurant

183 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

A late-night Melbourne CBD institution.

Book a Table

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Cafe
Mary Eats Cake

13 Leith Road, Montrose

Decadent high tea served up on two sides of Melbourne.

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Restaurant
Neko Neko

83A Smith Street, Fitzroy

Everyone ramen calm! Vegan ramen is here and its tastier than ever!

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Bar
Hampton Wine Co.

444 Hampton Street, Hampton

Great bar food and take away wines on a sleepy strip in Hampton.

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Event
Garlic Bread Festival 2023

Sat, 29 Apr, 2023
Welcome to Thornbury, Northcote

Celebrate the holy trinity of bread, butter and garlic at this one-day food truck fiesta.

Book Now

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Restaurant
Gold Leaf

491 Ballarat Road, Sunshine

Try and leave room for dessert at this inner west yum cha joint.

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News
The Best Tiny Cabin Stays in Australia for 2024

Disconnect from the world and escape to a remote paradise.

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Event
Boho Luxe Christmas and Vegan Markets 2022

Sun, 11 Dec, 2022
The Atrium, Federation Square, Melbourne

Melbourne's Byron Bay-inspired market returns for a festive instalment — with a second all-vegan market running alongside.

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Event
Adult Night at Legoland 2022

Thu, 15 Dec, 2022
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre, Chadstone

After dark, Lego isn’t just for kids.

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Garlic Bread Festival 2022

Sat, 30 Apr, 2022
Welcome to Thornbury, Northcote

Celebrate the holy trinity of bread, butter and garlic at this one-day food truck market.

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Event
Meatstock 2021 — POSTPONED

Sat, 23 Oct - Sun, 24 Oct 2021
Melbourne Showgrounds, Ascot Vale

How much meat can you eat in a weekend?

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Hot Sauce and Chilli Festival 2021

Sat, 17 Apr, 2021
Welcome to Brunswick, Brunswick

An entire day of hot sauce, chilli shots and Melbourne's spiciest foods.

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Garlic Bread Festival 2021

Sat, 10 Apr, 2021
Welcome to Thornbury, Northcote

Celebrate the holy trinity of bread, butter and garlic at this one-day food truck market.

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Guide
Set Menus to Order When You Want to Eat Well But For Less Than $50

Pay less, eat more.

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Event
High Cheese 2020 — POSTPONED

Fri, 3 Jul - Wed, 30 Sep 2020
The Westin Melbourne, Melbourne

Swap cucumber sandwiches for gooey camembert this winter.

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