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NewsTwo Good Co and Gelato Messina Have Teamed Up to Create a Bunch of Feel-Good Festive Treats
These beloved Sydney crews are joining forces on an exclusive range of sweet treats — and each purchase will contribute to helping women and children in need.
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NewsMelbourne's Streets Just Got a Little Sweeter Thanks to the City's First-Ever Cupcake Vending Machines
Forget flying cars and robot servants — Melbourne's new cupcake vending machines prove the future is here, and it's sweet.
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NewsNow Open: Vertigo Serves Dinner 17 Metres Up While You're Hanging Over the Side of Brisbane Powerhouse
The Australian-first vertical dining experience is now welcoming patrons for a meal with a view (and matched wines) at Brisbane Powerhouse.
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News'Tis the Season: Messina Is Bringing Back Its Chocolate Advent Calendars to Make Christmas Extra Delicious
Spend the first 24 days of December eating your way through gingerbread men, fruit mince tart choccies, pastry-choc clusters and more.
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NewsKFC Is Opening a One-Night-Only Sydney Nightclub That's Pairing Free Zinger Sliders with Luude's Beats
Hit the dance floor with fried chicken pieces in hand — after entering through the secret fridge door.
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FeatureOmakase with a Twist
Looking to dive deeper into the Japanese art of omakase? From chefs' stories and creative processes to martini recipes, we've done the legwork.
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GuideThe 27 Best Private Dining Rooms in Melbourne
These Melbourne private dining rooms can house your intimate birthday celebrations, luxe date nights and epic Christmas parties.
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GuideThe 40 Best Restaurants for Group Bookings in Melbourne
These spots are large (and rowdy) enough to host all your mates for dinner.
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GuideWhere to Find the Best Burgers in Melbourne
Classic cheeseburgers, spicy fried chicken buns, and everything in between.
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GuideThe 50 Best Restaurants in the Melbourne CBD
Whether you're after fine-diners or cheap eats, you're truly spoilt for choice when looking for places to eat in Melbourne's CBD.
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GuideThe 14 Best French Restaurants in Melbourne
Live out your Parisian dreams with escargot, caviar, steak frites and lobster thermidor at these exceptional French diners in Melbourne.
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GuideThe Best Beachside Bars and Restaurants in and Around Melbourne
We may not have the abundance of beaches some other cities do, but we do have this nice little crop of seaside venues with options from St Kilda to Portsea and from Williamstown to Lorne.
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GuideWhere 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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GuideThe 15 Best Seafood Restaurants in Melbourne
Here's where to find Melbourne's best seafood — across fine diners, messy crab shacks, local neighbourhood eateries and lavish omakase haunts.
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GuideWhere to Find the Best Sushi in Melbourne
These Japanese restaurants and grocers serve up the finest maki rolls, nigiri, sashimi and hosomaki — all stuffed with some of Melbourne's best seafood.
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GuideThe Ten Best Thai Restaurants in Melbourne
Discover fine-diners and neighbourhood haunts, or head down to a hidden CBD basement where robots deliver all your fave Thai dishes to the table.
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NewsKaren Martini's All-Day Euro-Inspired ACMI Restaurant Hero Has Suddenly Closed Down
The eatery opened back in 2021 as part of the venue's huge $40-million makeover.
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NewsDessert Alert: Gelato Messina Is Slinging Limited-Edition Honey Joy Sticky Scrolls This Weekend
The gelato chain's limited-edition sweet treats normally need to be ordered days in advance — but this time it made too many, so you can nab across the weekend.
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NewsFive Wine Pairings for Nostalgic Aussie Snacks According to Odd Culture Group's Jordan Blackman
Ever wanted to match a natural wine with cheese and bacon Shapes or berry Roll-Ups?
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NewsComing Soon: Prahran Italian Espresso Bar Officine Zero Is Reopening as Officina Gastronomica Italiana
This Malvern Road venue is getting a revamp, pairing pasta and artisanal wine on a new dinner menu — and in double the space.
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NewsComing Soon: Colt Dining by Matt Fallon Is Set to Showcase the Bounty of the Mornington Peninsula
Acclaimed chef Matt Fallon returns to his roots with this contemporary Australian restaurant that pays homage to locally sourced ingredients.
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Gelato Messina's Next Nostalgic Sweet Treat Is a Honey Joy Version of Its Bake-at-Home Sticky Scroll
The tuckshop flashbacks continue with this indulgent dessert, which comes with cereal milk gelato.
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BarAmatrice Rooftop Restaurant
16 Stephenson Street, Cremorne
They had us at mini lasagne snacks, and then took it to the next level with uninterrupted views across the city.
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RestaurantD.O.C Osteria
326 Lygon Street, Carlton
20 years on, this Lygon Street stalwart is still one of the city's top Italian restaurants.
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RestaurantReine & La Rue
380 Collins Street, Melbourne
The NOMAD team has taken French fine-dining to the next level in Melbourne.
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BarRuckers Hill
83 High Street, Northcote
This French-accented wine bar and bistro stands out among the crowd on Northcote's High Street.
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RestaurantChiki Chan & Hiki Bar
6 Centreway, Mordialloc
Chiki Chan is serving up playful Asian-fusion fare in Mordialloc — plus plenty of creative cocktails in its adjoining Hiki Bar.
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RestaurantIl Mercato Centrale Melbourne
546 Collins Street, Melbourne
Melbourne's Il Mercato Centrale is serving up pizza, pasta, calamari fritti, gelato, cannoli, cocktails, wine and so much more — to have in or take away.
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BarCircl Wine House
22 Punch Lane, Melbourne
Circl is making it so much easier to try rare wines with over 150 drops offered by the glass.
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RestaurantElio's Place
238 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
Elio's Place is serving up breakfast, lunch, aperitivo snacks and late-night dinners every day of the week in the CBD.
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BarFlour Child Richmond
432 Church Street, Richmond
You’ve had sourdough pizza, US-style slices and dirty Aussie pizzas, but have you tried pinsa romana?
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NewsChat Thai OG Thaitown Is Collaborating with Tokyo Lamington for a Limited-Edition Birthday Menu
The popular spot is celebrating its 16th birthday by launching a bespoke menu with Tokyo Lamington.
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NewsQueen Vic's European Night Market Is Returning Just in Time to Cure Your Euro-Summer FOMO
The market will focus on a different European destination each week, so that you can experience the flavours and sounds of Europe without booking a flight to the other side of the world.
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NewsA Heap of Australian Venues Are Doing Barkuterie Boards So You Can Have a Pub Date with Your Pooch
Platters filled with snacks aren't just for humans at 18 watering holes around the country — including, fittingly, two BrewDog bars.
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NewsNow Open: Nidaime at Yugen Dining Is Serving Up a More Casual and Affordable Omakase Experience Upstairs
This is good news for anyone that's ever tried to score a reservation for Yugen, which sells out within minutes.
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NewsComing Soon: Josh Niland Is Going Global with a New Sustainable Seafood Restaurant in Singapore
Niland's first overseas restaurant will bring his one-of-a-kind nose-to-tail approach to fish to The Singapore Edition hotel.
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GuideBrisbane's Got Festival Fever: A Visitor's Guide to the Best Places to Unwind Between Non-Stop Tunes
Give your ears and feet a rest between the epic lineup of springtime festivals by visiting these standout Brisbane venues.
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EventTogether for Lebanon Fundraiser
Sun, 8 Dec, 2024
Abla's, Carlton
Abla’s, A1 Bakery, Alimentari, Larderfresh and Linden Cook are joining forces to raise money for people in Lebanon.
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EventRhys Darby: The Legend Returns
Tue, 8 Apr - Sun, 13 Apr 2025
Athenaeum Theatre, Melbourne
The New Zealand comedian is bringing his first stand-up show in almost a decade to Melbourne.
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EventThe Lord of the Rings — A Musical Tale
Sat, 26 Apr - Fri, 30 May 2025
Comedy Theatre, Melbourne
The musical version of JRR Tolkien's classic is taking the hobbits to Melbourne's Comedy Theatre.
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EventLego 'Star Wars': The Exhibition
Sun, 4 May 2025 - Mon, 26 Jan 2026
Melbourne Museum, Carlton
Australia's world-first Lego 'Star Wars' exhibition is soaring into Melbourne in 2025 — from May the fourth, of course.
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EventThis Never Happened Presents
Fri, 17 Jan, 2025
170 Russell, Melbourne
Dance Music record label This Never Happened is back for another Melbourne party that won't allow phones.
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EventThe Rose Street Market
Sat, 23 Nov - Sun, 24 Nov 2024
Rose Street Artist's Market, Fitzroy
Fitzroy's weekly artisan design and art market is a must-hit if you're up for some weekend shopping and wandering.
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EventThe Fitzroy Mills Market
Mon, 25 Nov, 2024
The Fitzroy Mills, Fitzroy
This much-loved Fitzroy market showcases a top selection of local food producers an makers each Saturday.
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EventEtta's Summer Seafood Towers
Fri, 22 Nov - Sat, 21 Dec 2024
Etta, Brunswick East
This incredible wine bar and restaurant is serving decadent seafood towers for just $75 per person every Friday and Saturday afternoon.
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EventPortsea Hotel's Summer Music Series
Multiple single dates
Portsea Hotel, Portsea
The Presets, Jake Webb, Darley and DJ Levi will be playing waterfront gigs this summer at Portsea Hotel.
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EventLong Live Longnecks at BANG
Wed, 20 Nov 2024 - Fri, 28 Feb 2025
BANG at The StandardX, Fitzroy
You can get two-for-one Melbourne Bitter Longnecks and $1 homemade dumplings during this happy hour deal.
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NewsLune Has Brought Back Its Lamington Cruffins and Take on Baklava to Give You a Tasty September Treat
The lamington comes filled with raspberry jam and whipped cream, then dipped in chocolate ganache and desiccated coconut — and it's only available until the end of September.
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GuideItalian Bars and Restaurants Across Australia That Will Transport You to the Amalfi Coast
Forget Euro summer — get a taste of la dolce vita at one of these stunning homegrown spots.
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NewsNow 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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NewsLune Is Bringing Back Its Coveted Apple Pie Twice-Baked Croissants Just for Father's Day
Vying to become your dad's favourite? Best your siblings by grabbing him one of these rare pastries, which are only available for three days.
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NewsST. ALi & The Queen Brings Specialty Brew, Sophisticated Bites and Coffee Cocktails to Queen Vic Market
There's a new jewel in the crown of Queen Victoria Market's new $500 million Munro Building.
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NewsJamie Oliver Is Hitting Sydney Opera House for an Australian-Exclusive Chat About His Career and Cooking
It's been eight years since the British chef's last soldout discussion at the iconic venue — and he's back with a new book to talk about.
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NewsKrispy Kreme Has Brought Back Its Doughnut-Inspired Dog Biscuits for Very Good Boys and Girls
Available in six flavours, the chain's doggie doughnuts have returned to celebrate International Dog Day.
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NewsNow 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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NewsNow 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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NewsGelato Messina Is Bringing Back Its Own Mint Slice Biscuits for Father's Day (or Just for Yourself)
This year, they come in a three-flavour pack with salted caramel and rum and raisin biscuits.
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GuideThe Best Vegan Restaurants in Melbourne
Contrary to popular belief, you can make friends with salad.
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NewsJust 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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NewsNow Open: Aoi Tsuki Is the New 12-Seater Omakase Bar in South Yarra
This modern chef's table-style menu in South Yarra is a welcome addition to Melbourne's omakase boom.
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NewsNew Australian-First Vertical Dining Experience Vertigo Will Get You Eating While Hanging Off Brisbane Powerhouse
Get ready to climb over the iconic Brisbane venue's facade, all while donning safety harnesses, to eat four stories up.
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NewsThe Team Behind Footscray's Mr West Has Taken Over an Iconic Space in Brunswick
No, it won’t be called Mr North.
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NewsNEL's New British Degustation Is Giving Paddington Bear's Marmalade Sandwiches a Fine-Dining Makeover
Nelly Robinson's takes on beef wellingtons, scampi and beer, Sunday roasts and chocolate orange are also on the 11-course menu.
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NewsNow Open: Railway Wine Bar Is Highett's Sultry New 60-Seat Venue
The Melbourne publican behind the redevelopment of Marquis of Lorne, Union House and Mount Erica Hotel is back with his latest venture.
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NewsUS Burger Chain Wendy's Just Cooked Up a Deal to Open 200 Stores in Australia by 2034
Australia's local ice creamery will no longer be the country's only Wendy's, with the burger chain locking in plans to launch Down Under.
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NewsIs Melbourne's First Michelin Star Ramen Worth the Two-Hour Wait Time?
We sent out a hungry writer to brave the lines and the cold to find out. Here's the verdict.
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NewsComing Soon: Clifton Hotel Is the New Guy Grossi-Led Venue Launching in August
Grossi Group is teaming up with hospitality legends PUBLIC to launch this multi-space venue within a historic Kew hotel.
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NewsMessina's Latest Limited-Edition Gelato Tubs Come Topped with Hazelnut Rocher Crack
The one-litre specials feature layers of gianduia gelato, cone crunch and hazelnut mousse.
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NewsYou Can Now Eat Maxibons in Doughnut Form Thanks to Krispy Kreme's Latest Limited-Edition Dessert
After proving a hit in 2018, this collaboration with Peters Ice Cream is back for a limited — and tasty — time.
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NewsMelbourne's New French Restaurant and Bar Reine and La Rue Is Set to Open This August
The hospitality group behind NOMAD has transformed a grand space within the neo-gothic Melbourne Stock Exchange building into a 150-seat dining room and pint-sized speakeasy.
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NewsAustralia's Hot Chocolate Festival Is Back for 2023 with Booze, Biscoff and a 'Barbie'-Inspired Flavour
Three Victorian chocolateries are serving up 31 different varieties in August, including via at-home packs.
