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A Windsor eatery breaking away from the usual cafe schtick. Continue reading “Review: Uncommon, Windsor”
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After Changz Hot Sauce found its way into burger venues around Australia, its founders figured it made sense to open a place of their own. Continue reading “Changz Canteen, Elsternwick”
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After six years in Little Bourke Street, the Italian favourite opens a second.
Unlike its petite sister restaurant in the city, +39 Pizzeria in Hawksburn Village has a little more breathing space, with room for 100 diners. But the philosophy behind the food is the same – honest, simple and strictly Italian.
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An arty new gelato bar by a couple from Piedmont, Italy.
It’s a leap of faith to choose gelato without seeing it first. This anxiety is settled once you know that Cristino Vedovato and Fabrizio Locatelli are behind Joylati, Chapel Street’s newest gelato shop. The couple ran a gelateria for 15 years in Piedmont, northern Italy, before moving to Melbourne last year. Continue reading “Joylati Opens on Chapel Street”
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Remember when you were a child and a restaurant would hand you a bunch of crayons to draw on the waxed table sheet? Motorina doesn’t do that.
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Einstein’s 251 celebrates Albert Einstein and his Jewish heritage, in cafe form. Set in the heart of Caulfield North, the eatery honours the genius by serving clever food.
Continue reading “Profile: Einstein’s 251, Caulfield North”
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At LadyBoy, you’re greeted by a neon light reading “rock out with your wok out”. It’s immediately clear the place has a sense of humour. Continue reading “Profile: LadyBoy Dining & Bar, Richmond”
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This cafe and roaster’s name is based on a Yemeni legend: a sheik named Omar was bordering on starvation after being exiled. As he trailed through the desert, he noticed a bird chomping on coffee beans.
Continue reading “Profile: Omar & the Marvellous Coffee Bird, Gardenvale”
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Quality Japanese food, without the monstrous bill.
Even been on a date that bores you to absolute oblivion? Then best plan any future dates at Ichi Ichi Ku. Continue reading “Review: Ichi Ichi Ku Izakaya, South Yarra”
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Never turn up to work hungry again Continue reading “The 10 Best CBD Breakfast Spots in Melbourne”
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Coffee, wine and wi-fi in the CBD.
If you like playing hide-and-seek with cafes, you’ll love trying to find Sun Moth Canteen and Bar. Continue reading “Review: Sun Moth Canteen & Bar, CBD”
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Naming a business can be difficult. But for Daniel Dixon, choosing to call his business The Joinery was simple. This restaurant and bar joins Ormond and Glenhuntly Roads – you can enter from either end of the site.
Continue reading “Profile: The Joinery, Elwood”
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Although Loco changed management in 2015, the cafe hasn’t lost its charm. It’s now owned by The Coffee Culture Communication Group, the same company that brought Einstein’s 251, Sir Charles and Prospect Espresso from the original groups of founders.
Continue reading “Profile: Loco Coffee, Elsternwick”
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Every day, countless commuters experience the morning traffic on Brighton Road. Instead of sitting in your car infuriated, it may be the perfect time to step out and let the traffic subside while you wait at Miss Alex and Co.
Continue reading “Profile: Miss Alex and Co, Elwood”
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This new high-end bakeshop goes beyond the average steak-and-onion.
Continue reading “Elwood’s New Specialty Pie Shop”
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A brunch spot in the inconspicuous backstreets of Bentleigh. Continue reading “Review: District Brewer, Bentleigh”
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Riverside views and respected Italian food. Continue reading “Review: Artusi, Southbank”
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Think of it like teppanyaki, but an ice-cream version. Continue reading “Thai-inspired Ice-Cream Pops Up in Windsor”
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A quaint city wine bar sans pretension. Continue reading “Review: Kirk’s Wine Bar, CBD”
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This classic family pub has ditched the schnitzels for Spanish-style tapas. Continue reading “Review: Lamaro’s Bodega, South Melbourne”
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The Windsor end of Chapel Street keeps getting better. Continue reading “Gelato Messina Hits Windsor”
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Meet Malvern’s Parisian pastry paradise. Continue reading “Review: Millstone, Malvern”
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A bayside pioneer, bringing Italy down under since 1993. Continue reading “Review: Cicciolina, St Kilda”
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A new Greek local that pays homage to the man who opened Australia’s first milk bar. Continue reading “Mick Adams’ Burger Bar Opens in Oakleigh”
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Brunch with Sri Lankan flair.
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French crepe batter, Greek fillings.
Crepe culture is huge on the Greek islands. “Locals go crazy for them, especially after clubbing,” says Sylvia Gabriel. She and her husband Thomas Deliopoulos (the same pair behind Kalimera Souvlaki Art) have just opened their own Greek-style crepe store in Oakleigh, Mykonos Cafe and Crepes. Continue reading “Oakleigh’s New Myconian Crepe Shop”
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Soak up the last edition of the night market’s food, drinks and entertainment. Continue reading “Final Night at the Queen Vic Winter Night Market”
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A suave culinary cafe built for food and design obsessives.
As the brunch plague engulfs Melbourne further and further every week, it can be tricky choosing a cafe to dine at. Next of Kin makes the decision process easier — for southsiders, at least. Continue reading “Review: Next of Kin, Elsternwick”
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Spanish films, Spanish food, Spanish wine.
Just seen a Spanish film and feeling inspired? Or trying to set the mood before you head to the cinema? We know where to go. Continue reading “The MIFF Pocketbook: The Spanish Edition”
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Pick up some lunch, and some sign language.
This could be Melbourne’s quietest cafe. Not because it lacks customers, but because all orders are made in Auslan. Continue reading “Tradeblock Cafe: A Sign of Hope”
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