Originally published on Zomato.
“$1,000 feels like $100,000 at the moment,” says owner of Maha Restaurants Shane Delia. It’s a feeling many cafes, restaurants and bars are experiencing – regardless of their size. Continue reading “What Now? Advice for Melbourne Restaurants from Two Industry Heavyweights”
Originally published on SBS.
‘Italian food’ is really a massive umbrella shielding the country’s highly-localised cuisines. The real discovery comes from finding out which dishes hail from where, and what they were born out of – be it poverty or triumph.
Continue reading “Eat Like an Italian: Try Cooking Three of Italy’s National Treasures”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
Ever wonder what the world’s top chefs whip up when out of their whites? Well, Massimo Bottura makes a nut-free pesto pasta; Mauro Colagreco of the top restaurant in the world does a fish stew, and Clare Smyth – soon to open a diner in Sydney – makes a fiery chicken stir-fry.
Continue reading “For the First Time Ever, The World’s 50 Best Restaurants Releases a Cookbook”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
Step inside for Malaysian chicken-curry pies; egg-and-Spam brioche rolls; jazzed-up fortune cookies; and the signature kuih (petite, glutinous desserts flavoured with mung bean paste, coconut and more).
Continue reading “First Look: A CBD Cake Shop-Slash-Cafe From Insta-Famous Baker Raymond Tan”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
“We opened Prior in March – Friday the 13th specifically,” says owner Ahmed Mekawy, laughing. Continue reading “First Look: Prior is a Sophisticated Cafe Addition to High Street, Thornbury”
Originally published on SBS.
Soba, sashimi, yakitori and kaiseki – the number of sub-cuisines in Japan almost matches its number of subcultures. Japan is a country of great culinary strength. Its capital, Tokyo, alone is home to more Michelin-starred restaurants than anywhere else in the world.
Continue reading “Five to Try in Japan: From Miso Eggplant to Neapolitan Pizza”
Originally published in The Age Good Food.
From spicy potato straws to sweetened sweet potato. Continue reading “Beyond Peking Duck: 10 Chinese Dishes you Must Try in Beijing”
Originally published in The Age Good Food.
We explore the tastes, appearances and uses of some of Australia’s wild ingredients. Continue reading “Ten Australian Bush Foods Coming to Your Plate Soon”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
The team behind Hochi Mama opens Melbourne’s first 24/7 Vietnamese joint. Continue reading “All Day, All Night Pho in the CBD”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
A self-taught chef serves up sophisticated dishes in a spectacular space. Continue reading “Atta Brings Contemporary Indian to Albert Park”
Originally published on SBS.
Food is on the house for one night a week at this secret Melbourne locals haunt. Continue reading “Just Italy’s Aperitivo Hour Epitomises Italian Hospitality”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
An ex-Tulum chef’s new restaurant is a tribute to his grandfather. Continue reading “Yagiz Brings Contemporary Turkish Food to South Yarra”
Originally published in The Age Good Food.
All share the same glorious theme – convenience. Continue reading “Five Essential Apps for Busy (or Lazy) Cooks”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
House-made cakes are the specialty at this sibling-run south-side cafe. Continue reading “Mr Tucci Opens in Glen Iris”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
Enter for bagels, doughnuts, coffee and smoothies in a former real estate agency near Balaclava railway station. Continue reading “Poppy and Seed Bagelry Opens on Carlisle Street”
Originally published in The Age Good Food.
A health cafe, spa and wellness studio meet under two heritage roofs on Armadale’s High Street. Continue reading “Cafe and Wellness Centre Willow Urban Retreat Plants Itself in Armadale”
Originally published in Wallpaper* Magazine.
With so many Asian restaurants defining Melbourne’s culinary scene, it makes sense that Jamu, the city’s newest modern Australian restaurant would be flecked with a strong dose of eastern influences. Continue reading “Jamu, Richmond”
Originally published Broadsheet.
The former site of Saigon Sally and BKK is now home to refined contemporary Australian. Continue reading “Alter Dining Opens in Windsor’s Backstreets”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
A hole-in-the-wall cafe opens up, with discounts for students and police. Continue reading “Cop Shop Espresso is Officially on Duty in Hawthorn”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
The Fitzroy Street restaurant has been reimagined, but keeps its heritage close to heart. Continue reading “Tolarno Re-Opens in St Kilda, Mirka Mora’s Murals Return”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
This sustainably minded eatery is open from 6.30am to 11pm, with absolutely no break in food service. Continue reading “Chameleon Junction Opens in Moorabbin”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
It has some stiff competition in the area, but four generations of experience gives this traditional gelato, sorbet and granita shop a leg up. Continue reading “Lavezzi Gelateria Opens on Lygon Street”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
A new all-day diner opens near the quieter end of Flinders Lane. Continue reading “First Look: Archie Green Opens in the CBD”
Originally published on Concrete Playground.
Blues and bourbon, underground.
Originally published on Broadsheet.
Called New Quarter, a more refined version of the Vietnamese restaurant is opening this month with a dedicated ribs and wings menu, and the debut of desserts. Continue reading “Menu Reveal: Hanoi Hannah Richmond’s Opening Spread”
Originally published on SBS.
Yes, the handmade dumplings are good, but wait until you try the rest of the menu. Continue reading “$25 All-You-Can-Eat Yum Cha is Just the Beginning at Gold Moon”
Originally published on SBS.
Rye-millet brownies, ginger-beer fruit bread and incredibly flaky pastries – Q le Baker is now open. Continue reading “The New Flaky Reason to Visit Prahran Market – Q le Baker”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
Mediterranean food and wine on High Street.
Originally published on Concrete Playground.
Chris Lucas’ three storeys of Japanese grandeur. Continue reading “Review | Kisumé, CBD”
Originally published on Broadsheet.
A Mediterranean restaurant where the city meets the sea. Continue reading “Pier Farm Opens on Williamstown’s Waterfront”
