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FeatureThree Top Aussie Bartenders' Twists on the Classic Highball
These fresh takes on the sessionable classic will elevate your cocktail hour, whether you’re wanting to shake up savoury, sweet or spicy tipples.
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GuideNine Melbourne Bars Now Delivering Cocktails and Wine Straight to Your Doorstep
Order quarantinis to make lockdown a little more bearable.
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NewsCadbury's New Caramilk Ice Creams Have Just Landed in the Freezer Aisle
You can now tuck into the cult-favourite caramelised white chocolate thanks to Cadbury and Peters' new ice creams on sticks.
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NewsSix Olympic Events You Should Watch Based on Your Favourite Cocktail
Watch our Australian athletes take on the world — with a drink in hand.
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News1800 Lasagne Is Offering Limited-Edition Lube and Lasagne Lockdown Packs This Weekend
1800 Lasagne and local brand Figr have teamed up to create the ultimate stay-at-home care package with love, lasagne and lube.
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NewsSeven Highly Entertaining Stories Behind Some of Australia's Most Loved Dishes and Drinks
Explore the history of everything from the much-loved Four'n Twenty pie to the dark colonialist past of bahn mi.
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GuideThe Best Pubs in Melbourne
These institutions have stood the test of time, serving pints and parmas to their devoted regulars for longer than anyone can remember.
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GuideMelbourne Bars and Restaurants That Are Undeniably, Unabashedly Romantic
Low lighting, jazz playlists, opulent cocktails — these top Melbourne date spots will help you to start planning the perfect Valentine's Day.
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GuideThe Best Wine Bars in Melbourne
Considered fitouts, elevated shared plates and a uniquely curated wine offering — these are our favourite wine bars across the city.
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GuideThe Best Bars in Melbourne
Whether you're on the hunt for an extensive wine collection, a luxe date-night spot or a place to have a little boogie, these are our picks for the best bars in Melbourne.
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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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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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GuideWhere to Find the Best Coffee in Melbourne for 2025
Whether you're a coffee snob or an extra-weak latte lover, these top Melbourne coffee roasters and brewers will have what you need.
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GuideThe Best Bars in Melbourne with Beer Gardens and Boozy Courtyards for 2025
Save cosy pub corners for the depths of winter — it's time to drink a brew out in the open at these fab Melbourne beer gardens.
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GuideThe 15 Best Sports Bars and Pubs in Melbourne for 2025
These Melbourne bars and pubs play local and international sporting matches live and loud throughout the week — from AFL, NRL and cricket to soccer, tennis, boxing and basketball.
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GuideMelbourne's 20 Most Popular Bars of 2024
Sprawling breweries, neighbourhood pubs, CBD cocktail spots and cosy wine bars — they’ve all grabbed your attention so far this year.
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NewsArchie Rose and St Ali Have Whipped Up a New Coffee Whisky to Add to Your Whisky Shrine
The Sydney distillery and Melbourne coffee roasters have teamed up on a new boozy caffeinated spirit that combines the former's single malt whisky with two of the latter's coffees.
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NewsPizza Hut Is Giving Away Up to 285,000 Free Pizzas During This Year's Olympics
The fast food chain is handing out 5000 pizzas for the opening and closing ceremonies, another 1000 daily during the games, and between 200–1000 more each time an Australian wins a medal.
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NewsMessina Is Bringing Back 40 of Its Greatest Gelato Hits in Take-Home Tubs
Fingers crossed that Jon Snow, Robert Brownie Jnr and Fairy Bread all make a comeback.
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NewsYou Can Now Turn Any Piece of Bread Into Dessert Thanks to This Vegan Cinnamon Donut Spread
Made from cashews, peanuts, cinnamon and coconut, it's dairy free and gluten free, too.
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NewsPasta Poetry is Fairfield's New One-Stop Pasta Shop with Hand-Rolled Ox Cheek Cappelletti
Slinging a range of expertly crafted pasta varieties, sauces and extras to help you reach new pasta night heights.
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NewsWhisky-Infused Cobbler Is the Next OTT Dessert You Can Treat Your Tastebuds to During Lockdown
Fireball Whisky has teamed up with Sunday in Potts Point on the limited-edition rhubarb, pear and blood orange cobbler, which will only be available for two weeks — or you can make it at home.
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RestaurantYakimono
80 Collins Street, Melbourne
This colourful Chris Lucas venture features a futuristic aesthetic and a menu filled with Japanese street food that's cooked over flames.
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RestaurantGood Times
214 Saint Georges Road, Fitzroy North
A charmingly low-key joint with drawing paper on the tables and wallet-friendly negronis, wine carafes and pasta dishes for just $9 a pop.
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PubMt View Hotel
70 Bridge Road, Richmond
Great views, good booze and food that will keep you satisfied on game day make this pub the sportsperson’s favourite.
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RestaurantGigi's Piazza, Red Hill Estate
1208 Mornington-Flinders Road, Main Ridge
The new laidback hang-out spot is suitable for everything from first dates to family days out.
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RestaurantCrittenden Wines & Restaurant
25 Harrisons Road, Dromana
Not only has this renovation given the restaurant a new lease on life, but importantly, it has been a part of a return to its roots.
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RestaurantPunt Road Wines
12 Saint Huberts Road, Coldstream
The new cellar door cements the estate as a must-visit destination in the Yarra Valley, as visitors can experience many of the region's highlights in one convenient location.
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BarLe Bar Supper Club
12 North Concourse, Beaumaris
Raise a crystal glass to French food, fancy drinks and burlesque shows in this Beaumaris bar.
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BarHotel Mexico
238 Whitehall Street, Yarraville
Hotel Mexico is Yarraville's huge group hang spot that's made for margarita-fuelled sessions.
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BarBendigo Hotel Collingwood
125 Johnston Street, Collingwood
Collingwood's legendary live music pub The Bendigo Hotel is back in action thanks to The Mill Brewery Crew.
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BarPunters Club
376 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
Millennials and Gen Zs might lament the loss of Kewpie, but Gen X music lovers will rejoice in seeing this old boozer return to Brunswick Street.
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NewsSan Churro's Indulgent New Dessert Snack Packs Pair Churros with Apple Pies and S'mores
It has also launched a new range of hot chocolate bombs that come filled with marshmallows, mini Oreos and Milo.
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NewsArnott's Has Released Gluten Free Versions of Its Scotch Finger, Tiny Teddy and Choc Ripple Biscuits
The new bikkies are made with a gluten free flour blend — and they're available in supermarkets now.
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NewsSydney's Cajun-Inspired Seafood Chain Kickin' Inn Has Opened Its First Melbourne Outpost
Saucy seafood by the bag has landed in Port Melbourne — and cutlery is very much optional.
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NewsDeliveroo Is Doing Free Delivery Throughout Victoria During the State's Five-Day Lockdown
Just like Victoria's previous short lockdowns, it's available throughout the state until the stay-at-home period ends.
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NewsUnico Zelo Has Released a Third Batch of Its Sweet Yuzu Vermouth
The sweet and juicy vermouth is back again — and it's perfect for easy at-home cocktails.
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NewsGelato Messina Is Bringing Back Its Bake-at-Home Fairy Bread Cookie Pie
It's topped with more 100s and 1000s than you've probably seen since your childhood birthday parties.
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EventNational Spanish Paella Day at Anada
Sat, 28 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar 2026
Añada Bar & Restaurant, Fitzroy
Expect generous pans, complimentary wine and a lively vibe that evokes the best of sun-soaked Spanish lunches.
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EventSea of Light at Abbotsford Convent
Thu, 9 Apr - Sun, 12 Apr 2026
Abbotsford Convent, Abbotsford
This April, swap screen time for something brighter as kids step into a glowing world of creativity and discovery.
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EventVera Blue x Melbourne Symphony Orchestra: Orchestral Veil
Sat, 11 Jul, 2026
Hamer Hall, Southbank
The groundbreaking Australian artist is once again reimagining her music with Victoria's top orchestra this July.
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Event'Body Worlds: The Anatomy of Happiness'
Sat, 28 Mar - Sun, 26 Jul 2026
The District Docklands, Docklands
If you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on beneath the surface, this confronting exhibition uses real preserved human bodies to explore anatomy and emotion.
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EventMFWF: Grana After Dark
Thu, 26 Mar - Sat, 28 Mar 2026
Grana, Brunswick East
Bringing a late-night edge to this neighbourhood deli and wine bar, this three-night affair features dimmed lights, cranked volume and a bespoke menu.
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EventMelbourne Design Week 2026
Thu, 14 May - Sun, 24 May 2026
Various Melbourne locations, Melbourne
With over 400 events to explore, the latest instalment of this design-lovers dream spans big ideas and hands-on experiences across architecture, food, fitness, tech and more.
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EventMFWF: Pizza Pronto — James Lowe at Figlia
Thu, 26 Mar, 2026
Figlia, Brunswick East
Bringing London-born pizza innovations to Lygon Street, this one-night takeover combines Michelin-led cred with crowd-pleasing slices.
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Event'The Vinyl Factory: Reverb' at Rising 2026
Fri, 22 May - Mon, 31 Aug 2026
ACMI, Melbourne
Indulge your wax obsession with this immersive vinyl-led exhibition, spanning multiple genres, continents and musical energies.
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EventAfrica Film Festival Australia
Fri, 27 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar 2026
Cinema Nova, Carlton
Carlton's Cinema Nova will host three days of award-winning African films.
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EventJackalope Cinema 2026
Sun, 1 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar 2026
Jackalope Hotel Mornington Peninsula, Merricks North
Make your Mornington Peninsula stay even more picture-perfect, with this month-long open-air cinema program.
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NewsEverything You Need to Know About the Classic Highball Cocktail
Discover more about the elegant tipple — then learn how to whip up one at home.
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NewsThe Melbourne Food & Wine Festival's Winter Program Has Just Been Announced
Including a pasta party, a campfire-inspired feast and a celebration dedicated to the humble hot chip.
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FeatureWinter Recipes: Colin Fassnidge Shows Us Two Hearty Irish Classics to Make at Home
Stay warm — and well-fed — with these hearty winter recipes.
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NewsChris Lucas' New Restaurant Society Is Set to Open Next Week
The newest resident of 80 Collins has been three years in the making.
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NewsGelato Messina Is Now Dishing Up Single-Serve Cookie Pies in Stores Twice a Week
If you liked the gelato chain's large bake-at-home cookie pies, you'll love its new single-serve versions.
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FeatureBite-Sized: Three Easy, Meat-Free Dishes with Anthony MacFarlane of Mrs Palmer Sandwich
A monster sambo, flavour-packed salad and easy veggie tacos — add these to your recipe rotation, stat.
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FeatureBite-Sized: Three Easy, Meat-Free Dishes with Riyad Seewan of Henrietta Charcoal Chicken
Need some new recipes to add to your rotation? We've got three easy, meat-free dishes to make at home.
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FeatureBite-Sized: Three Easy, Meat-Free Dishes with Dot Lee of Hartsyard
Cure the midweek blues with these hearty, flavour-packed dishes.
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NewsA Harry Potter-Themed High Tea Is Coming to Town This Spring
It'll take over top-secret locations in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne.
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NewsWeird Beers: Meet the Chemical Engineers Tapping into Science to Make Best-in-Class Brews
Forget brewing in your bathtub — discover how these three mates made wild and wacky beers in a university lab.
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NewsSydney's No-Waste Bar Re Is Now Bottling Its Cocktails and Delivering Them Nationally
With Sydney currently in lockdown, the recently opened bar has launched the Re Up Bottle Shop to showcase its creative cocktails — which are made from excess, salvaged and foraged ingredients.
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FeatureWinter Recipes: Three Indulgent Seasonal Snacks with Colin Fassnidge
Make sure your snack game is strong this winter with these easy crowd-pleasers.
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NewsLord of the Fries Is Giving Away Free Fries at All of Its Stores Next Week
It's doling out free shoestring fries to celebrate National Fry Day.
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NewsLe Bajo Is the Japanese-Inspired North Melbourne Milkbar Serving Up Fluffy Fruit and Katsu Sandos
Combining a love of Japanese food and Australian milk bars, Le Bajo is North Melbourne’s newest destination for fluffy shokupan bread and house-roasted coffee.
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NewsFive Melbourne Beer Gardens to Check Out At Any Time of the Year
Because sitting outside with a pint is one of life's simple pleasures — no matter the weather.
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NewsFive Cosy Melbourne Pubs Where You Can Catch a Live Gig
These Melbourne pubs bring the cosy vibes with live gigs and open mic nights.
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NewsSeven Sunday Roasts to Warm Your Belly in Melbourne's Inner South This Season
Cure your wintry end-of-weekend blues with a plate piled with gravy-soaked veggies, roast meat and a yorkshire pud (or two).
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NewsDeliveroo Is Giving Away 5000 Packets of Tim Tams with Its Deliveries for One Day Only
On Wednesday, July 7, if you order a meal that costs at least $25 from 100 different restaurants, you'll score a free packet of chocolate biscuits — all to celebrate World Chocolate Day.
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NewsSix Easy (And Delicious) Plant-Based Dinners to Make If You Want to Eat Less Meat
Ideas so tasty you'll be tempted to go meat-free on more days than just Monday.
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NewsSix Perfect Platter Picks for Last-Minute Dinner Parties (Without the Fuss)
Unexpected guests? Whip up these hassle-free bites in no time and take your hosting skills to the next level.
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NewsThe Newly Revamped Penny Black Is Set to Reopen as Part of Welcome To Brunswick
It'll become a late-night live music venue and beer garden from the Welcome to Brunswick crew.
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NewsYou Can Now Pick Up DIY Mulled Wine Kits to Steam Up Your Winter
Jam Shed Wines is giving away mulled wine mixes with bottles of its Jam Shed shiraz at independent retailers.
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NewsPeanut Butter-Flavoured Whiskey Is the Next Creative Tipple You Can Add to Your Liquor Cabinet
It tastes like peanut butter — obviously — with notes of vanilla and caramel popcorn, too.
