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NewsFind Victoria's Best Indian Restaurant Beyond the Suburbs, as Rosebud's OH YA Wins at the 2025 Hostplus Awards for Excellence
While this recently awarded restaurant won't be around the corner for most, it might just be a compelling excuse to explore the Mornington Peninsula waterfront.
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NewsDon't Call It Bubble Tea — Melbourne's Tea Scene Is Growing Up With a New Wave of International Brands Leading the Charge
Premium leaves, whipped cream caps and limited-edition merch mark a new wave in takeaway tea.
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NewsEntrecôte Brings Back its Famous French Breakfast Affair, With Brekkie Martinis and Steak and Eggs, Because Why Should Lunch and Dinner Get to Have All the Fun
As the weather warms up, a spot on the terrace, with a Bloody Marie Antoinette in one hand and a buttered baguette in the other, will be hard to snag.
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NewsPascoe Vale's SHOP225 Has Been Named Australia's Best Pizzeria by the 50 Top Pizza Awards, Ranking Fifth in Asia-Pacific
There's no shortage of top-notch pizza shops around the country, but this much-loved Pascoe Vale spot has claimed the highest ranking of all.
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NewsJohn Cena Is Winning Fans in Melbourne, Offering a Delightfully Snobby Take on Why a Flat White Is the Superior Coffee Order
You won't see the multi-hyphenate star drinking anything but a flat white, as he explained in a recent viral video.
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NewsGlenfiddich and Aston Martin Have Unveiled a 16-year-old Whisky, Just in Time for Father's Day
If you’re looking for a special Father’s Day gift idea, this collaboration between Glenfiddich and the Aston Martin Formula One Team is sure to tick all the right boxes.
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NewsTen Road Trip-Worthy Restaurants You Should Visit in Victoria
Life is short, so it's imperative that once in a while you plan a road-trip to sample some of regional Victoria's exceptional food.
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GuideThe 25 Best Restaurants in Melbourne for 2025
From high-flying fine-diners in the CBD to tried-and-true neighbourhood haunts — these are the Melbourne restaurants we'd recommend to a friend (you, dear reader).
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GuideThe 50 Best Restaurants in the Melbourne CBD for 2025
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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NewsWhere to Find the Best Ice Cream and Gelato in Melbourne
Whether you like your scoops creamy, salty, vegan or sandwiched, you can find them in our guide.
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GuideThe Best Private Dining Rooms in Melbourne
These private dining rooms have you got you covered from private bartenders to suckling pigs, martini trolleys to luxurious sashimi platters.
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GuideThe 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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GuideThe Best Bakeries in Melbourne
Crusty sourdough loaves, flaky croissants, shiopans and shokupans, cookies and doughnuts, bagels and ficelles, pies and pasties, and everything in between.
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GuideThe Best Greek Restaurants in Melbourne
You're in for good times, flowing drinks and belly-filling feeds at these Greek establishments.
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NewsThese Are the 15 Best Set Menus in Melbourne for Under $100
From set menus with a side of karaoke to omakase-style degustations, Greek feasts to vegan banquets, these are the best feed me menus around town.
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NewsThe Best Places to Take Your Dad This Father's Day in Melbourne
Here are the best ways to treat dad this Father's Day from yum cha feasts and luxe lunches, to free hair cuts, special Sunday Roasts and limited edition desserts.
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NewsMelbourne's in the Midst of a Greek Dining Revival — And It's Long Overdue
From old-school tavernas to cocktail bars and Greek fine dining, the scene has more depth and diversity than ever.
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NewsMelbourne's Ten Best Places to Dine Out Under $20 Right Now, According to the Tightarses of Melbourne
Lisa Lorenz, founder of the cult Instagram account Tightarses of Melbourne, shares ten of her favourite cheap eats in Melbourne.
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NewsVictorians Can Now Get Their Aldi Orders Delivered for the First Time Ever, Thanks to a New Partnership with DoorDash
Cheap groceries just got a whole lot more convenient thanks to the latest rollout of the grocer and delivery duo of the decade.
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NewsComing Soon: The Marameo Team Announce Plans to Bring an Athenian Fever Dream to Melbourne with Bar Sophia Set to Open in November
Central Park village is set to be reinvigorated with a new Aegean offering on Burke Road, inspired by the new wave of Athenian wine bars.
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News
The Best Places to Take Your Dad This Father's Day in Melbourne
Here are the best ways to treat dad this Father's Day from yum cha feasts and luxe lunches, to free hair cuts, special Sunday Roasts and limited edition desserts.
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NewsFor One Night Only, Donde Mama Teams Up with Much-Loved Mauritian Restaurant Manzé, to Celebrate Colombian Caribbean Culture and Food
Stop by this pop-up to experience Colombian cuisine while also supporting businesses founded by refugees and asylum seekers.
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RestaurantCleo, Hyde Melbourne Place
130 Russell Street, Melbourne
The rooftop drinking and dining destination welcomes Eastern Mediterranean flavours and old-world cooking techniques.
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RestaurantLaura
Pt Leo Estate, 3649 Frankston-Flinders Road, Merricks
A faultless degustation-only restaurant in the middle of a 50-acre Mornington Peninsula winery and sculpture park.
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RestaurantBar Sophia
161 Burke Road, Glen Iris
Central Park village has been reinvigorated with a new Aegean offering on Burke Road, inspired by the new wave of Athenian wine bars.
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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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RestaurantTokyo Tina
66A Chapel Street, Windsor
Located on the vibrant Windsor end of Chapel Street, Tokyo Tina is an energetic and modern Japanese restaurant, serving consistently top-quality food from its kitchen.
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RestaurantTo Be Frank Bakery
3 Village Avenue, Brunswick East
Here, you can watch the bread and pastries take shape, with this much-loved bakery's new location inviting customers closer to the action.
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Restaurant98 Lygon Street Bar & Bistro
98 Lygon Street, Brunswick East
The menu blends classic bistro dishes and Mediterranean flavours, while also showcasing local produce.
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RestaurantTyga
91 Koornang Road, Carnegie
The neo-Southeast Asian restaurant channels the energy, rhythm and flavour of 1970s Bangkok with a nostalgic retro fit-out, non-stop spinning vinyls, and a bold and creative menu.
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RestaurantBar Bouni
153 Sturt Street, Southbank
Humble rotisserie dishes are elevated to the likes of juicy harissa chicken, crispy crackling pork belly, and tender, charry cauliflower.
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RestaurantThe Lodge Dining Room, Rodd & Gunn Flagship Store
280 Little Collins Street, Melbourne
A Melbourne landmark with nearly 100 years of retail history is now home to Rodd & Gunn's most ambitious project yet.
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NewsFrom Simple Sips to Complex Quaffs: Five Ways to Enjoy Peanut Butter Whiskey
Whether you're dipping a toe or diving straight in, here are five easy ways to try this surprisingly versatile flavoured whiskey.
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Feature"It's About Perfecting the Basics": Honouring Hakumai with Wen Wang
The Sydney bartender reveals his approach to Japanese craftsmanship and the simple beauty of a rice-based martini.
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NewsYou Could Win a $200 Voucher to Enjoy Haku Vodka Martinis in Sydney or Melbourne
Whether you like yours shaken, stirred or perfectly paired with a crispy rice snack — this is your sign to book a night out.
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NewsComing Soon: The Team Behind Hochi Mama Is Giving the Former Madame Brussels Rooftop a Retro Shibuya-Style Makeover
For its seventh venue, MAMAS Dining Group is transforming one of Melbourne's most recognisable rooftops into a late-night 1980s izakaya-inspired hangout.
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NewsComing Soon: ZAREH by Chef Tom Sarafian Is Bringing Armenian-Lebanese Fire Cooking to Smith Street
Bookings are now live for the beloved Melbourne chef's debut venue — a 40-seat tribute to family, heritage and open-fire cooking.
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NewsSteam Secrets: We Asked a Barista How to Make the Most of Plant-Based Milk
World Barista Champion Anthony Douglas shares his expert advice on steaming, pairing and getting the best out of plant-based milks.
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EventDome Under Fulldome Festival
Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb 2026
Scienceworks, Spotswood
Head to Melbourne Planetarium to see 39 films from around the world at Australia's only fulldome film festival.
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EventHunted+Gathered Gift Shop
Multiple single dates
Gertrude Street, Fitzroy
While the product is usually available online and at specialty grocers, this is a great opportunity to taste, explore and shop the collection in person.
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EventLibrary on the Lawn: Kids Festival at State Library Victoria
Multiple single dates
State Library of Victoria, Melbourne
Add more reading time and kid-friendly entertainment to your summer holidays schedule, from storytime sessions to scavenger hunts.
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EventChristmas Sculpture and Qris Qringle at QV Melbourne
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 - Tue, 6 Jan 2026
QV Melbourne, Melbourne
Christmas has arrived at QV Melbourne, featuring a towering festive sculpture and mystery Qris Qringle giveaway loaded with daily prizes.
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EventThe Royal Family Dance Crew Presents 'Defend the Throne'
Wed, 27 May - Sun, 7 Jun 2026
Hamer Hall, Southbank
Global street-dance icons The Royal Family Dance Crew will headline RISING 2026 with 'Defend the Throne,' a high-energy showcase blending 14 years of their most iconic choreography with brand-new work ...
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EventSummer Music Series at Mr Mills
Multiple single dates
Mr Mills, Melbourne
Step into this chic late-night basement bar, where high-energy DJs will groove through the early hours all summer long.
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EventMidsumma Festival 2026
Sun, 18 Jan 2026 - Tue, 30 Dec 2025
Various Melbourne locations, Melbourne
Victoria's major LGBTQIA+ arts and cultural celebration is back, delivering over 250 events that champion queer creativity and community.
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EventLu-Niverse: Countess Luann at Melbourne Recital Centre
Mon, 23 Feb, 2026
Melbourne Recital Centre, Southbank
Be cool, as this reality TV star brings her infectious energy to Melbourne for a tea-spilling deep dive into a slew of wild moments.
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EventCarlsberg Beach Club
Fri, 19 Dec 2025 - Thu, 29 Jan 2026
Frankston Waterfront, Frankston
Get ready for European holiday vibes, sunset sessions, and free live music just 45 minutes from Melbourne.
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EventCreator Summit: Powered by Fujifilm
Sat, 9 May, 2026
The Timber Yard, Port Melbourne
Following a sold-out Sydney edition, this hands-on photography festival is headed to Melbourne, jam-packed with lens-based creative encounters.
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NewsSkrewed Classics: How to Give Your Favourite Cocktails a Peanut Butter Twist
From an old fashioned to an espresso martini, here are seven classic cocktails that taste better with peanut butter whiskey.
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NewsWhere to Find the Best Snacks in Melbourne
From cheap eats to splurges, here are some of the top bites around the city.
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NewsComing Soon: Afloat Will Return to the Yarra This Season with a Vibrant Rio de Janeiro-Inspired Makeover
For its tenth edition, the floating, ever-evolving venue will channel the colour and energy of the Brazilian seaside city.
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FeatureA Beginner's Guide to Rice Vodka
As drinks go, few are as (literally) polished as rice-based vodka.
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GuideAll of the New Melbourne Restaurant and Bar Openings That You Need to Add to Your Must-Visit List in 2025
Discover your next favourite dish or drink at one of these fresh Melbourne haunts.
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NewsWhere to Find the Best Matcha in Melbourne
Laced with strawberry, topped with ube cream or spiked with yuzu — however you like it, here's where to get it.
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FeatureHonouring Hakumai
What does quality vodka and high-end sushi have in common? A humble, but high end grain.
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NewsButterboy Is Bringing Its Cult-Followed Cookies Over the Border for the First Time, Popping Up at Melbourne Central for One Week
Making its Melbourne debut, this beloved Sydney-based cookie master is bringing its famed range of treats to town for one week only.
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Feature"Rice is Like Pasta to Italians, It's in Our Soul": Honouring Hakumai with Chef Hajime Horiguchi
Akira Horikawa shares his pursuit of sushi perfection and why humble white rice is the most important ingredient in Japanese cuisine.
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NewsSpice Temple Melbourne Is Now Serving a Daily Yum Cha Special, Combining Hong Kong's Dim Sum Culture with Culinary Flair
Discover small dishes with big personality, as this Southbank institution serves up a fresh spin on the yum cha experience day in and day out.
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NewsPidapipo Has Teamed Up with Bread Club on a Reimagined Bread and Butter Pudding
A centuries-old recipe gets a modern-day winter makeover, as two creative forces produce a decadent, limited-edition treat.
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NewsHotel Collingwood Is Throwing an Epic $7 Pizza Party, Paired with All-Night Drink Specials and Live DJs
Start the weekend early with a budget-friendly bash, complete with all-night cocktail specials and upbeat tunes.
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GuideSip, Snack and Savour: These Melbourne Bars Are Pairing Haku Vodka Martinis with Rice-Inspired Bites
This winter, discover elegant Haku Vodka martinis paired with inventive snacks that celebrate Japanese rice craftsmanship.
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FeatureHonouring Hakumai: Head Chef Akira Horikawa's Take on Omakase Dining, White Rice and the Pursuit of Perfection
Akira Horikawa shares his pursuit of sushi perfection and why humble white rice is the most important ingredient in Japanese cuisine.
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NewsComing Soon: Now Called the Bellarine Hotel, the Former Queenscliff Brewhouse Is Reopening Fully Revamped in Spring
The relaunch of this historic pub will make your next trip down Geelong way even better, thanks to an interior makeover and a refreshed beer garden.
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NewsPearl Chablis & Oyster Bar, Bourke Street's Sophisticated Speakeasy, Will Close Its Doors This July
The intimate seafood-and-wine bar is bowing out after three years on Bourke Street — but Pearl 2.0 might be on the way.
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NewsCinnabon Is Launching a Brand-New Location at Melbourne Central This Friday, Serving Up Frosted Scrolls and Frozen Shakes
The second in a trio of new Victorian openings planned for 2025, this central hub is bound to meet all your sweet-treat needs.
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NewsChris Lucas' French-Inspired Bistro Maison Bâtard Is Handing Out 100 Free Mini Baguettes for Bastille Day
Do as the French do by grabbing your morning baguette. Then, check out the restaurant's La Fête Nationale gastronomic events.
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NewsPiccolina Gelateria Is Dropping a Limited-Edition Matcha Gelato Sandwich Made with Ceremonial Grade Hikuu Matcha
Matcha blondie with strawberry jam and matcha gelato, dipped in matcha white chocolate glaze and finished with matcha white chocolate crumble.
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NewsEmbrace the Cold as the Riviera Winter Wonderland Takes Over Elwood with Ice Skating, Mulled Wine and Private Igloos
Roam the kids’ activities by day, then party throughout the night with DJs, disco skating and cocktails.
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NewsTokyo Lamington and Pana Organic Have Created a Trio of Plant-Based Lamingtons, Featuring a Free Giveaway on World Chocolate Day
Mark your calendars, as this one-day-only giveaway offers vegan-friendly bites crafted by a pair of sweet-treat creative forces.
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NewsNow Open: For the First Time Ever in Australia, You Can Get Sipping, Snacking and Rollerskating at the Malibu Barbie Cafe
Let's go party: this two-storey spot has popped up in Melbourne with a roller rink and a Ken-themed bar slinging cocktails.
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NewsAfter Six Years on Bourke Street Serving Lobster Rolls and Champagne, Neon Palace Pinchy's Is Closing Its Doors
While the eatery's doors will soon shut, there's still time to enjoy one last bite and sip.
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NewsGelato Messina and Tony's Chocolonely Have Collabed on a Super Gooey Bake-At-Home Cookie Pie Perfect for Cold Winter Nights
Available from early July, stores nationwide will also serve single-serve portions and a limited-edition gelato scoop.
