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This Just In: Three Australian Venues Land Spots on Condé Nast Traveler's 2026 Hot List of Best New Restaurants

Elizabeth McDonald — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:24:29 +0000

Three Aussie venues have received the ultimate pat on the back, featuring on one of the world’s most influential food and travel lists.

This Just In: No, You're Not Imagining It — Aussie's Are Shouting Each Other Nearly 40 Percent Less at the Pub

Alec Jones — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:21:50 +0000

As brewing costs add to the cost-of-living pile, one in three Aussies reports they don't shout rounds anymore.

These Brisbane Venues Are Offering $18 Lunch Deals Including Steak Frites

Concrete Playground — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:25:34 +0000

Cloudland Garden, Valley Hops Rooftop and Empire are serving $18 lunches across Fortitude Valley, with steak frites, schnitzels, burgers and wood-fired sangas on the menu.

Melbourne's Best Restaurants Are Being Voted On Right Now, Here's How to Have Your Say

Alec Jones — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:13:18 +0000

Throw your hat in this hospitality-focused ring to support your favourite local, and you might win $250 to spend at it.

This Just in: The Greek Food & Wine Festival is Launching Next Month, So Be Prepared to Embark on a Hellenic Culinary Journey

Jade Solomon — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:40:21 +0000

Some of the best Greek restaurants in Melbourne will play host to events celebrating the amazing diversity of Greek food and wine.

Coming Soon: Acclaimed Chef Rosheen Kaul is Set to Bring a French-Asian Bistro to Fitzroy Next Month, and Bookings Go Live Today

Jade Solomon — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:45:50 +0000

While the menu is still tightly under wraps, word on the street is that Kaul will reimagine French bistro classics through a playful Asian-leaning lens.

Stop Settling For Boring Function Rooms – These 10 Melbourne Venues Have The Personality Your Next Party Deserves

Concrete Playground — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:10:15 +0000

Melbourne doesn't do boring, and neither should your next event. These 10 inner-city venues can host your next celebration in style.

Coming Soon: Brisbane's Beloved Brooki Bakehouse is Finally Launching in Melbourne, So Be a Smart Cookie and Check Out the Grand Opening

Jade Solomon — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 23:27:28 +0000

The grand opening conveniently coincides with Mother's Day, making it an ideal gift for any mother-figures in your life.

This Just in: One of Melbourne's Most Prolific Restaurateurs Announces Plans for a New Hong Kong-Inspired Eatery Set to be "a Bit Eccentric, and a Lot of Fun"

Jade Solomon — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:55:13 +0000

A rich red palette, retro furnishing, and layered lighting will be an alluring blend of Hong Kong-meets-Melbourne.

This Just in: Croissant Specialist Lune to Collab with Japanese Diner Suupaa, Blending Konbini Culture with Specialty Pastry for One Week Only

Jade Solomon — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:00:33 +0000

For one week in April, Lune and Suupaa will share a few signature items, creating a harmonious meeting of laminated pastry and Japanese convenience culture.