• News

    Gnoccheria Is Coburg's New Takeaway Pasta Shop with 20 Different Types of Gnocchi

    Pick up three-cheese, truffle honey or activated charcoal gnocchi and take it home for an authentic Italian feast (without the effort).

  • News

    Murrumbeena Favourite Oasis Has Opened a New Fairfield All-Day Diner, Shop and Cooking School

    Stop by for morning orange blossom hotcakes, the brand's famed shawarma wraps at lunch or for an after-work cooking class.

  • News

    The 160-Year-Old Oxford Scholar Has Reopened as a Contemporary Inner-City Drinking Den

    The new-look uni student-favourite is now serving craft beers, local gins and beef rib burgers.

  • Feature

    The Gin List: Winter

    Sophisticated and stylish, the martini is the James Bond of the cocktail world, and as 007 illustrates with his renowned order, there’s more than one way you can take it.

  • News

    Stomping Ground Is Set To Open a Second Brewery and Pub in Moorabbin

    The Collingwood brewery's next outpost will be part of the historic Morris Moor development.

  • News

    Where to Find the Cosiest Stays, Red Wine and Fireplaces around Regional Victoria for Maximum Hygge

    Winter is made for creating cosy moments — and these spots will help you do it best.

Latest Guides
  • News

    The Imperial's Magical Melbourne Rooftop Bar Has Reopened

    Sip potions, hang out in magic-themed booths and peruse spell books.

  • News

    The Go-To Gin Guide to Winter in Melbourne

    Even as the winter chill sets in, there are plenty of reasons to get out and about (with a gin in hand) this season.

  • News

    What's Open in Melbourne This Queen's Birthday Public Holiday

    Your favourite spot may be closed this Monday, but these cafes, restaurants and bars will more than tide you over.

  • News

    Doughnut Time Is Finally Making Its Much Anticipated Melbourne Comeback

    A Degraves Street outpost has already opened, with Hawthorn and Fitzroy stores set to follow this month.

  • News

    Kurimu Is the New Custard-Filled Cult Favourite Japanese Dessert Making Its Way to Australia

    The eclair-style treats from the minds behind Hokkaido Cheese Tarts launch in Melbourne next month.

  • News

    Supernormal Canteen's Deluxe $10 Cup Noodles Have Returned for Winter

    Snag yourself a loyalty card and you'll get every fifth cup completely free.

Latest Places
  • Restaurant

    Yakimono

    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.

  • Restaurant

    Good 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.

  • Pub

    Mt 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.

  • Restaurant

    Gigi'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.

  • Restaurant

    Crittenden 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.

  • Restaurant

    Punt 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.

  • Bar

    Le Bar Supper Club

    12 North Concourse, Beaumaris

    Raise a crystal glass to French food, fancy drinks and burlesque shows in this Beaumaris bar.

  • Bar

    Hotel Mexico

    238 Whitehall Street, Yarraville

    Hotel Mexico is Yarraville's huge group hang spot that's made for margarita-fuelled sessions.

  • Bar

    Bendigo 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.

  • Bar

    Punters 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.

  • News

    Where to Get a Glass of Steamy and Spicy Mulled Wine in Melbourne This Winter

    Whether you like yours served in a teacup, flavoured with sticky date or poured with a shot of cognac, it's too cold not to order your wine (or cider) warm and spicy.

  • News

    Krispy Kreme Is Giving Away an Excessive 100,000 Free Doughnuts

    Sweet glazed doughnuts are even better when you don't have to pay for them.

  • News

    Taquito Is Carlton's New Tequila Bar with Handmade Tortillas

    You'll eat and drink surrounded by cacti and chilli plants, which make an appearance on the menu, too.

  • Guide

    Victorian Cellar Doors Where You Can Spend an Entire Afternoon Drinking Wine

    From the vineyards the Yarra Valley to the rolling hills of the Macedon Ranges, these wineries are prime for wine tasting and a long Sunday lunch.

  • News

    Geelong's Cartel Coffee Roasters Has Finally Opened Its First Melbourne Outpost

    Try a jaffle and an espresso or cold brew from one of the world's top coffee producers at this Somerset Place cafe.

Latest Events
  • News

    Lagotto Is North Fitzroy's New All-Day Italian Pit Stop by the Future Future Crew

    This stunning new corner spot is open from morning till night, serving breakfast bellinis through to after-work wines.

  • News

    A Wine Lover's Guide to Waiheke

    Discover all the top drops, food and sights that this island region has on offer.

  • News

    A Wine Lover's Guide to Matakana

    Journey north on your next stay in Auckland to discover wineries filled with quirky sculptures, rare wine varietals and award-winning restaurants.

  • News

    A Wine Lover's Guide to Kumeu

    On your next short break in Auckland, dedicate a day to visiting these nearby first-class wineries.

  • News

    Four Pillars Is About to Release Its 2019 Batch of Bloody Good Bloody Shiraz Gin

    The distillery has acquired a big bunch of Victorian shiraz to make more of the cult favourite annual release than ever before.

  • News

    Ella Is Melbourne CBD's Massive New Food Precinct Perfect for Not-Boring Lunches

    It's home to ramen, Nepalese dumplings, Chinese skewers and Korean fried chicken — as well as live music and street art.

  • News

    Home.Two Is Melbourne's New Cafe Fighting Youth Homelessness with Jaffles and Coffee

    It's all vegan, gluten free-friendly and located inside the University of Melbourne.

  • News

    These Australian Pubs Will Be Serving Free Hard-Earned VBs This Weekend

    VB is shouting a round of free beers all across Australia this Sunday.

  • News

    Slice Shop Is Footscray's New Corner Store Slinging New York-Style Pizza

    Pizza by the slice from the team behind Burn City Smokers.

  • Feature

    New in Town: Stamford Park

    This magnificently restored 1882 homestead has been reimagined into a posh cafe, with dining rooms, a beautiful landscaped garden, courtyard, glorious vegie patch and chook house.

  • News

    El Camino Cantina Is Fitzroy's Colourful New Tex-Mex Joint from the Rockpool Dining Group

    The 400-seat eatery will feature giant margaritas and a slew of Tex-Mex dishes.

  • News

    Lupo Is Scott Pickett's Soon-to-Open Collingwood Pasta Bar

    It's opening this June with spanner crab lasagne, squid ink linguine and a 120-strong wine list.

  • Red Rock Deli Secret Supper Recap: Adam Liaw

    A look back at all the happenings from Adam Liaw's secret dinner inspired by Red Rock Deli's new limited-edition chips.

  • News

    A Huge New Three-Storey Asian Dining Precinct Is Coming to Box Hill

    It's being touted as Melbourne's new 'Chinatown'.

  • News

    Maha East Is Shane Delia's Fun New Middle Eastern Wine Bar in Windsor

    Come June, you'll be able to visit Chapel Street for a plate of turkish delight doughnuts — or taramasalata-filled fried buns — and a famed Pomegranate Sour.

  • Guide

    The Best Gluten-Free Feeds in Melbourne, Including Four Coeliac Australia-Accredited Spots

    If you're coeliac, you're probably used to missing out on late-night gyros and actually good chewy pizza bases — until now.

  • News

    Tamura Is Fitzroy's New Home of Sake, Vinyl and Japanese Bar Snacks

    Go for the matcha IPAs and Japanese fried chicken and stay to dig through the record collection.

  • News

    Straight Outta Saigon Is the CBD's New Neon-Lit Vietnamese Joint

    Opening in the former Twenty-Pho Seven spot, the new restaurant still serves up pho and cocktails — but not 24 hours a day.

  • News

    Famed Canadian Chef Matty Matheson Is Heading Down Under for a Nationwide Speaking Tour

    He'll chat food, mental health and the #MeToo movement in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.

  • News

    You'll Soon Be Able to Stay In (and Grab a Snack At) a Pop-Up Taco Bell Hotel

    Think taco-themed rooms, tacos for breakfast and taco-inspired poolside cocktails.

  • News

    Hanoi Hannah Vol. II Has Unveiled Its Roomy New Elsternwick Home

    With space for 100, it's twice the size of the original — and boasts a brand-new lineup of food and cocktails

  • News

    King and Godfree's Sleek Wine Bar Agostino Is the Latest Italian Addition to Lygon Street

    Housed in the iconic King and Godfree building, it's serving northern Italian drinking fare and a covetable selection of vino

  • News

    Five Must-Hit Wineries That'll Make You Never Want to Leave Tasmania

    Sip at your own risk. You may never want to return home.

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