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New month, new flavours — these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.
An eye for fashion, Vietnamese heritage and barefoot luxury intertwine at this secluded beachfront retreat shaped by a fashion family's legacy.
Where to stay, eat, drink and play around one of Australia's most-loved coastal towns.
From world-ranking design heavyweights in the CBD to off-grid coastal retreats, these are the Australian hotels that set the global benchmark for service, style, and genuine escapism.
While the Little India precinct in Docklands progresses, both genuine concern and racist abuse have been levelled against the project.
From candlelit wine bars and historical mansions, to antique stores and cosy cafes, these spellbinding spots are straight out of 'Practical Magic'.
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NewsPop in to this Pop-Up — Where French Meets Filipino — Which is Part Cafe, Part Creative Studio, Part Community Hub
The concept brings together French and Filipino hospitality traditions, utilising the concept of coffee as a cultural anchor.
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NewsPidapipo's Beloved Hot Chocolate Is Back for Winter — and This Year It Debuts a Matcha Version
Silky, sweet and oh-so-soothing, Pidadpipo's viral hot chocolate is back to make your winter a little warmer, with a matcha variety available this year too.
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NewsCoburg's Gemini Wine Bar is Celebrating Its Namesake Star Sign With a Month-Long Series of Events Including an Astrology-Led Supper Club
Embracing its namesake star sign, the events are intended to capture the playfulness, creativity, and curiosity of the astrological sign.
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NewsComing Soon: the Owner of Red Hill's Esteemed Many Little Bar & Dining Announces Plans to Bring His Signature Sri Lankan Cuisine to Chapel Street
There will be specialty Sri Lankan snacks, hoppers, curries, and regional dishes that many diners may never have encountered.
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NewsThe Specials Board: These Are Melbourne's Must-Try Food and Drink Specials for May
New month, new flavours — these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.
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NewsThis Just in: the Awards for Victoria's Top Pubs and Hotels Were Just Handed Down — so Did Your Local Make the Cut?
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.
Latest Openings
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RestaurantMudo Dining & Bar
133 Commercial Road, South Yarra
Mudo may not be your typical late-night, loud Korean barbecue joint, but its aiming to fill a gap where diners can experience Korean ingredients and techniques in a more sophisticated setting.
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RestaurantSpaghetti Club
95 Swan St, Richmond
Menu highlights include a thick-cut pork chop cotoletta and Nonno's golden-baked lasagne.
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RestaurantLittle Rose
274 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
The French-Asian bistro is here for a good time, not a long time, with the residency sticking around for only a few short months.
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BarFlorentino
80 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Littered with Italian murals and quintessentially traditional food, this Italian institution has been pumping since '28.
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RestaurantFico, Crowne Plaza Melbourne Carlton by IHG
701 Swanston Street, Carlton
Fico is grounded in Carlton’s historic heritage of Italian culture and generous shared dining.
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RestaurantJulietta
220 Toorak Road, South Yarra
With Italian-style wines, pasta at its core, and a focused selection of classic desserts, Julietta keeps things approachable, comfortable and familiar.
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Florentino
80 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Littered with Italian murals and quintessentially traditional food, this Italian institution has been pumping since '28.
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BarThe Florence
133 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
The cocktail list features five variations of the Negroni, along with Tuscan wines and creative house signatures.
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BarThe Rochester Hotel
202 Johnston Street, Fitzroy
The Rochey boasts a famous happy hour, specials almost every night of the week, and now a comedy and curry evening.
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BarBar Lourinha
37 Little Collins Street, Melbourne
Always bustling and packed to the brim, this little gem offers a trip to Spain sans the passport.
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BarHotel Nacional
23-25 Hardware Lane, Melbourne
Hotel Nacional is Hardware Lane's five-storey, totally gluten-free Mexican restaurant and bar.
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BarThe Fitzroy Pinnacle
251-255 Saint Georges Road, Fitzroy North
Fitzroy North's oddly-shaped corner pub gets a new lease on life under new management.
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NewsThe 18 Most Whimsical, Witchy and Gothic Places in Melbourne
From candlelit wine bars and historical mansions, to antique stores and cosy cafes, these spellbinding spots are straight out of 'Practical Magic'.
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NewsThis Just In: Greece Is Loaning 100 Artefacts to Brisbane for the Upcoming Olympics
The 2032 Olympic Games will include an ode to the event's history thanks to this landmark exhibition.
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NewsCoolangatta Is Turning Back the Clocks to the Golden Oldies for a Festival of Music, Motors and Misty-Eyed Nostalgia This June
Tune your radio to the good ol' days when Australia's biggest nostalgia festival returns for 2026.
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NewsMove My Way Is Bringing Soulful Vibes to Sydney and Melbourne, Headlined by Ezra Collective, Freddie Gibbs and Kokoroko
This debut twin-city festival serves slow-burning grooves and chilled community vibes, featuring an exclusive local and international lineup.
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NewsRISING 2026's Final Lineup Drop Adds the World's Smallest Ramen-Ya, Late-Night Dining Collabs and Indigenous Futurisms
From speculative bison projections to midnight martinis and a tiny ramen restaurant, this sprawling festival's final additions make for a huge event.
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NewsAn Astrologer on Decoding Your Dreams, Not Micromanaging the Universe and Why Things Not Going Your Way Is Exactly the Point
Journalist-turned-dream guru Matt Galea wants you to listen to what your nightmares are trying to tell you.
Featured Events
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EventJuliet's Jazz and Raclette Thursdays
Thu, 21 May, 2026
Juliet Melbourne, Melbourne
Get your gooey cheese fix while being serenaded at the hidden basement bar.
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EventHeinz x Nico's Deli Night Shift Automat
Thu, 21 May, 2026
Nico's Sandwich Deli, Fitzroy
Fast, waiterless and loaded with flavour, this six-month automat pop-up is bringing a new edge to a bygone late-night staple.
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EventBottomless Pizza and Unlimited Beer Night
Thu, 21 May, 2026
Pizza e Birra, St Kilda
$35 gets you two hours of slices and brews every Thursday night.
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EventRac 'n' Mac Night
Thu, 21 May, 2026
Smithward, Collingwood
Taking cheesy pasta goodness to the next level every Thursday.
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EventThe Big Design Market: Almost Winter
Fri, 22 May 2026, Sat, 23 May 2026 and Sun, 24 May 2026
Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton
This truly massive event features more than 250 independent designers and over 75 artisanal food stalls, ensuring you're fully stocked for the cold months ahead.
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EventMates Rates and Cheese Plates
Fri, 22 May, 2026
XM4, Saint Kilda
Tuck into free fromage over cheap drinks.
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EventKeys Gone Wild at the Espy Melbourne
Fri, 22 May, 2026
Hotel Esplanade, Saint Kilda
Every Friday night head to The Espy's Sunroom for crowd sing-alongs, classic hits and chart-topping belters performed live on the piano.
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EventBring a Friend for Free at Peninsula Hot Springs
Fri, 1 May - Fri, 29 May 2026
Peninsula Hot Springs, Fingal
Book in a midweek chill, as this month-long promotion offers a two-for-one soak for you and a bestie.
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EventAll-You-Can-Eat Gyoza
Wed, 27 May, 2026
Bosozoku, South Yarra
Head to South Yarra's Japanese biker bar for an hour of power every Wednesday night.
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EventVegan Tuesdays
Tue, 26 May, 2026
Babu Ji, St Kilda
Tuck into an all-you-can-eat vegan curry feast at St Kilda's Babu Ji every week.
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EventGroove Therapy
Wed, 27 May, 2026
The Workers Club, Fitzroy
Let out all those feelings in this biweekly no-judgement dance class.
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EventYum Cha Sundays
Sun, 24 May, 2026
The National Hotel, Richmond
Cure your Sunday arvo blues with dumplings at The National Hotel in Richmond.
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EventBottomless Martini Brunch
Sun, 24 May, 2026
Newmarket Hotel, St Kilda
End your weekend on a caffeine high with two hours of espresso martinis.
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EventHank Marvin Market
Sun, 24 May, 2026
Royal Avenue Park, Sandringham
This Bayside market serves up a feast of food and drinks every Sunday.
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EventGlazed High Tea
Sun, 24 May, 2026
Glazed Gluten Free Patisserie, Elsternwick
A gluten free, dairy free and nut free high tea that the whole crew can enjoy.
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EventBook Doof — A Reading Rave at Revolver
Sat, 30 May, 2026
Revolver Upstairs, Prahran
Transforming the dance floor into a cosy book-lovers' den, this community-driven reading event is raising funds for Indigenous literacy.
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EventFree Classes for Gut Health Day at KICStudio
Fri, 29 May, 2026
KICStudio, Cremorne
From somatic flows to yoghurt bowls, treat your gut this Gut Health Day with a free session and a feel-good snack.
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NewsLewi Brown's Earls Collection and ASICS Turn Memories of Home and Childhood Footy Into Footwear with a New Collaboration
From backyard footy dreams in Christchurch to modern streetwear, this special collaboration leans on heritage, family and sporting nostalgia.
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NewsNow Open: Love Isabelle Fills a Nostalgic Living Room With Vintage-Inspired Jewellery On High Street
A welcome addition to one of Melbourne's favourite shopping boulevards.
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NewsForget IKEA, Australians Can Now Shop This TikTok-Viral (and Very Chic) Canadian Furniture Brand — and It's Surprisingly Affordable
Montréal-founded modular furniture brand Cozey has officially launched in Australia — its first market outside North America — with a full home collection that looks considerably more expensive than it is.
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NewsNow Open: Creed Brings Its Signature Luxury Fragrances to the Royal Arcade, Launching Its Debut Melbourne Boutique
Blending European elegance with modern craft, this storied brand has unveiled its first Melbourne boutique in a suitably elegant location.
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NewsGood Taste, Great Design: Check Out This Year's Standout Venues as Shortlisted by the Australian Interior Design Awards
Spotlighting 226 standout projects, these shortlisted hospitality, commercial and public spaces showcase how interior design elevates every encounter.
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NewsThe Nordics' Favourite Fashion Resale App Tise Has Officially Landed in Australia — And There's No Seller Fees
Secondhand style lovers have a fresh platform to explore, as this Nordic favourite arrives in Australia, bringing fee-free selling and a social twist.
Latest Guides
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The 18 Most Whimsical, Witchy and Gothic Places in Melbourne
From candlelit wine bars and historical mansions, to antique stores and cosy cafes, these spellbinding spots are straight out of 'Practical Magic'.
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GuideThe Best Cafes for Working or Studying in Melbourne
Settle in for a productive work or study session with a strong coffee in hand at these laptop-friendly cafes around Melbourne.
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The 20 Best (and Cosiest) Bars and Pubs with Fireplaces in Melbourne
Melbourne's infamous chill has set in, so warm up over fireside beers and comforting pub classics.
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NewsSeven Easy Coastal Escapes to Book When a Change of Scenery Is Calling
From tropical North Queensland to laidback east-coast beach towns, these coastal stays make it easy to switch off, stretch out and see where the weekend takes you.
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NewsVanuatu For Two: A Guide to the Ultimate Romantic Island Escape
From secluded beachfront resorts to private dining and rich cultural experiences, Vanuatu offers a romantic escape that serves both relaxation and adventure.
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NewsThis Fashion-Informed Resort Is Redefining Luxury Travel in Vietnam, Merging Centuries-Old Design with Modern Indulgence
An eye for fashion, Vietnamese heritage and barefoot luxury intertwine at this secluded beachfront retreat shaped by a fashion family's legacy.
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NewsA Weekender's Guide to Byron Bay
Where to stay, eat, drink and play around one of Australia's most-loved coastal towns.
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NewsThe Best Hotels in Australia Right Now — From Heritage Icons to Off-Grid Retreats
From world-ranking design heavyweights in the CBD to off-grid coastal retreats, these are the Australian hotels that set the global benchmark for service, style, and genuine escapism.
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NewsTwo Peninsula Stays, One Luxe Package: Jackalope Hotel and Lon Retreat & Spa Have Partnered on a Seamless Coastal Escape
A coastal conundrum is finally resolved, with this new package connecting the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas in luxury style.
Trending Bars and Restaurants
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The Florence
133 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
The cocktail list features five variations of the Negroni, along with Tuscan wines and creative house signatures.
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Restaurant
Spaghetti Club
95 Swan St, Richmond
Menu highlights include a thick-cut pork chop cotoletta and Nonno's golden-baked lasagne.
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Bar
Florentino
80 Bourke Street, Melbourne
Littered with Italian murals and quintessentially traditional food, this Italian institution has been pumping since '28.
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Restaurant
Little Rose
274 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
The French-Asian bistro is here for a good time, not a long time, with the residency sticking around for only a few short months.
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RestaurantNo Biggie
130 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
With only one thing on the menu, the hardest decision you’ll have to make is choosing between peppercorn or chimichurri.
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