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Da Long Yi: Hot pot and Barbies in meat dresses!
Chilli and controversy – the two main ingredients stirring the big hot pot at Da Long Yi. The two-storey restaurant on Elizabeth street...
Feb 11, 2020
Gnocchi with sage butter
Butter and sage: a simple, elegant pairing that perfectly accompanies gnocchi. Gnocchi is the ultimate comfort food and its versatility...
Jan 26, 2020
Feelin’ hot, hot, pot! Dragon Hot Pot launches across Australia
Hot pot—a traditional Chinese cuisine—is surging through Melbourne, with new restaurants opening up left, right and centre. Australians...
Jan 22, 2020
Pasta Mama: Melbourne's pasta club
Rules of pasta club: Bring an open mind No phone scrolling at the table Don't feed the dog spaghetti Be responsible for the energy you...
Jan 16, 2020
Jiyu: Melbourne’s ultimate Thai hot pot
Melburnians are already flocking to Jiyu, newly opened only in December 2019; the clever concept presents beloved Thai classics in a...
Jan 7, 2020
Beer and Burger Bar - Richmond
After a fresh revamp complete with neon lights and quirky touches, Beer and Burger Bar (BBB) is back and better than ever with their new...
Dec 17, 2019
Lukumades - Windsor
If you don’t’ know what Loukoumades are (you’ve been missing out!) they’re deep-fried, golden balls of dough drizzled with honey syrup...
Dec 14, 2019
Piccolino - North Fitzroy
Melbourne is spoilt for choice when it comes to different cuisines from all over the world—from Japanese and South American, to...
Dec 9, 2019
Stuffed capsicums (vegetarian)
Capsicums (also known as bell peppers) are such versatile veggies that come in all funky shapes, colours and sizes. Yellow or orange...
Dec 5, 2019
Cauliflower salad with fennel, orange and grape dressing
Zesty. Crunchy. Sweet. Tangy. All the things I like in a salad. I'm always looking for exciting ways to eat more veggies and salads with...
Nov 27, 2019
Via Porta - Mont Albert
Voted as one of Melbourne’s best-designed cafes (designed by Studio Esteta who also finessed Lune and Sensory Lab), I was itching to...
Nov 26, 2019
Yoi! serving up the coveted salted egg
Franklin street welcomes a much-needed injection of freshness and spice: Yoi! The new Indonesian-fusion restaurant has only been open...
Nov 19, 2019
Gluten-free and FODMAP-friendly zucchini slice
Zucchini slice is a delicious way to increase your veggie intake and ideal for work or school lunches. I've included gluten-free and...
Nov 15, 2019
Blackout: Shisha, cocktails and pizza in Fitzroy
Shisha, cocktails and pizza: a winning combo in Melbourne’s culture and foodie scene. Locals are privy to Sydney road and Lygon...
Nov 10, 2019
Route 45: the real American diner experience
Named after the major north-south US highway, Route 45 brings the real all American diner experience to Melbourne. It’s a nostalgic...
Oct 22, 2019
Agostino - Carlton
My love affair with Carlton continues. More new restaurants, wine bars and cafes keep appearing in the area—tastefully refurbished and...
Oct 15, 2019
Grand Lafayette: All-you-can-eat Japanese for brunch
Known for it’s all-you-can eat Japanese fare and quirky cocktails, Grand Lafayette is now open for brunch, too. Yes, that means you can...
Sep 14, 2019
Four Kilo Fish: Yunnan specialty coffee & Asian-fusion brunch
You might wonder if this place is Hawthorn’s new fish and chippery from its peculiar name. As you walk into the stylish space—designed by...
Sep 14, 2019
Dari: Korean-fusion street eats
Dari (meaning ‘bridge’ in Korean) marries Melbourne’s foodie scene with South Korea’s eclectic flavours and style. Tucked down Hardware...
Aug 29, 2019
Bacon and egg dumplings for brunch? It’s a thing at Drumplings.
In a city where we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to dumplings – the foundation of Chinatown and a rite of passage after a night out...
Aug 20, 2019
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