Food & Drink

WHY YOU NEED TO EAT AT THE LONGEST BAR IN MELBOURNE, THE ARBORY

April 1, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

It’s no secret that Melbournians love their food, so if you’re a new kid on the restaurant block, be prepared to be critiqued. Located on the banks of the Yarra on the now decommissioned Finders Street...

COUTURING EASTER SPECIAL

March 31, 2015

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Photographed and styled by Katherine Ng STOCKIST DETAILS Adriano Zumbo Cadbury Fairtrade Australia Haighs Lindt Long Shot Paul Louis Rustica Sourdough Veuve...

NEW: BABY X PIDAPIPO, CADBURY’S GIANT EASTER EGG CRACKS OPEN SUNDAY, HIGHLINE LAUNCHES ITS AUTUMN MENU AND VODKA O

March 27, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Baby x Pidapipo Easter Gelato Collaboration Pidapipo Gelato is making the trip south from Lygon Street to bring a six flavour gelato cart to the Baby al fresco dining area. Most importantly, Lisa...

YELLOWGLEN CELEBRATES NEW CREATIVE DIRECTOR SAMANTHA WILLS

March 27, 2015

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, People & Parties

As far as brand ambassadors go, there is no personality more perfect for Yellowglen than dynamic creative Samantha Wills. Since founding her own jewellery line at the age of 21, Wills has gone from strength to...

GIVEAWAY: PICNICKING ON THE MORNINGTON PENINSULA WITH THE PENINSULA PICNIC

March 24, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Mornington Peninsula is the place to be this Sunday 29 March with the inaugural Peninsula Picnic bringing the most extensive food, wine and music gathering ever created on the Mornington Peninsula....

MELBOURNE FOODIE IDEAS THIS WEEK

March 23, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Melburnians love a good mid-week tipple, and we all know that a good tipple is accompanied by a delicious meal. Below are some of Melbourne’s best foodie events throughout the week - all in the name of...

HIT THE WEEKEND WITH THESE VODKA COCKTAIL RECIPES THANKS TO VODKA O

March 20, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The weekend is here and thanks to our friends at Vodka O, they've given us some fantastic cocktail recipes for us to test out and enjoy. Cheers to that! Vodka O Strawberry You will...

GETTING TO KNOW MR MIYAGI

March 20, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

If you haven't heard of Mr Miyagi, then listen up. We've talked to the team behind one of the hottest restaurants in Melbourne, famous for the MFC, Miyagi Fried Chicken, about what's made Mr Miyagi such a...

WELCOME TO THE RIVER, THE ARBORY BAR & EATERY OPENS IN MELBOURNE

March 19, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Arbory Bar & Eatery has officially opened marking a new era of dining on the banks of the Yarra. The urban renewal to the Sandridge Line and Yarra River precinct just on the banks of the Yarra...

THE SWAN STREET CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, A GOURMET AND CULTURAL PRECINCT IN THE HEART OF RICHMOND

March 17, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Swan Street Chamber of Commerce has popped up on Melbourne's iconic Swan Street, a food and cultural precinct that showcases a unique mix of Australian businesses in one collaborative and dynamic...

GET FIT AND HELP DIABETES WITH BREAKFAST AROUND THE TAN

March 13, 2015

Event, Food & Drink, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

This Sunday morning I'm heading out to the Botanical Gardens to participate in 'Breakfast around the Tan' presented by Diabetes Australia - Vic in conjunction with the Melbourne Food & Wine...

BLANC IS THE NEW BLACK

March 13, 2015

Very rarely would you try for a table at the hottest restaurant with a reservation on Saturday night in Melbourne, but what about without even knowing the location? Melbourne's foodies, fashion fiends and...

FOOD FIT FOR ROYALTY AT DUTCHESS

March 12, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Reopened after a huge renovation in late 2013, the Duke of Wellington has come synonymous as one of the CBD's best watering holes. The vibe is casual and cool, and it's a great place for catch up with...

ONE HOT PILATES X REAL FOOD MOVEMENT

March 10, 2015

Food & Drink, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

To celebrate the launch of an exciting collaboration between One Hot Pilates and The Real Food Movement, One Hot Pilates celebrated this last week with an intimate hot pilates class followed by a pure and...

TOP 5 FOOD YOU NEED TO TRY IN SINGAPORE

March 10, 2015

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Travel

// When visiting new countries, one of the best ways to immerse yourself into the culture is to try some of the local delicacies. If you are planning a trip to Singapore, your tastebuds will definitely get...

EXPERIENCING #TASTEBYAPPOINTMENT WITH GREY GOOSE

March 5, 2015

Did you know that all tastes we experience can be broken down to five categories? Grey Goose does, and invited us to experience a whole new world of flavours - all accompanied by delicious, bespoke Grey...

MELBOURNE LONG WEEKEND INSPIRATION

March 4, 2015

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, To-Do List

It's the Labour Day on Monday 9 March meaning we have an extra to enjoy time with family and friends! We've pulled together a list of things to do this long weekend. Moomba One of Melbourne's...

YELLOWGLEN TERRACE GRACES THE TRACKS AT THE BLUE DIAMOND STAKES AT CAULFIELD

March 3, 2015

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, People & Parties

Yellowglen bought a touch of understated glamour to Caulfield on Saturday at Blue Diamond Stakes day with the Yellowglen Terrace. The beautiful terrace, one that has most recently graced the tracks...

COUTURING COOKS: ZUCCHINI, FETA AND TOMATO PASTA

March 3, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Recipes

Looking for an easy to make recipe with maximum appeal? Try this light pasta recipe with a gluten free option ready in under 20 minutes. INGREDIENTS 375g Penne pasta (Couturing prefers this Gluten Free...

ROLLING STONE AWARDS WITH PATRON TEQUILA

March 2, 2015

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Justice Crew Patron Tequila partnered with Rolling Stone’s for the 6th annual Rolling Stone Awards on Wednesday 25 February, at the Byron Kennedy Hall of the Entertainment Quarter. Celebrating the best...

GRILL’D TURNS 10 WITH A NEW STORE IN FLINDERS LANE

March 2, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

One of the hottest places in Melbourne for food just got hotter with the arrival of Grill'd, the health burger experts. The iconic and Melbourne founded brand celebrated the new store and 10 years...

OUR FAVOURITE EVENTS AT THE MELBOURNE FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL

February 26, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Food and wine lovers rejoice! One of Australia’s most celebrated festivals, the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, is back and ready to fill our calendars with it’s culinary goodness. Kicking off on Friday...

WIN A VIP PICNIC EXPERIENCE AT BLUE DIAMOND DAY THIS SATURDAY AT CAULFIELD

February 26, 2015

Competition, Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Yesterday we told you about the amazing Flavours of Asia Market Festival that is happening this Saturday at Blue Diamond Day at Caulfield. As part of the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival, this amazing...

FROMAGE A TROIS, THE PERFECT EVENT FOR CHEESE LOVERS

February 24, 2015

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Melbourne’s renowned cheese and cider festival, Fromage A Trois, returns to the beautiful grounds of Werribee Park Mansion on 15 March 2015 with a bigger and better line up than ever seen...

FLAVOURS OF ASIA MARKET FESTIVAL AT SPORTINGBET BLUE DIAMOND STAKES DAY

February 24, 2015

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Melbourne Racing Club has partnered with the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival to proudly present the Flavours of Asia Market Festival this Saturday February 28 at the Sportingbet Blue Diamond Stakes...

FOOD & DRINK NEWS: BROWN BROTHERS IMMERSION WEEKEND, NEW SHANGHAI’S CHINESE NEW YEAR MENU AND ZEVEN LEMON

February 13, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

BROWN BROTHERS IMMERSION WEEKEND Brown Brothers is offering the ultimate VIP experience for anyone who has ever wanted to experience life as a winemaker first-hand – from tending the vines, to...

LAST MINUTE VALENTINE’S DAY VENUES

February 11, 2015

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Valentine's Day is a day that some people dread each year. Not because it's a bad day but because it's hard to figure out what to do in the advance and sometimes working these things out can be daunting or too...

THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND IN MELBOURNE

February 6, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, To-Do List

BON VOYAGE TO THE FASHION WORLD OF JEAN PAUL GAULTIER It's hard to believe, but The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier exhibition closes this Sunday after a successful showing at the National Gallery...

WHERE TO TAKE YOUR VALENTINE?

February 4, 2015

Features, Food & Drink

This year Valentine's day falls on a Saturday and that means you can spoil your Valentine for the whole day! To help you planning the perfect day, we've put together a list of restaurants that might be the...

HAMMER & TONG LAUNCHES TANKED POPUP KITCHEN AT LESS THAN ZERO

February 2, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Hammer & Tong have applied their culinary expertise to an exciting new kitchen installation, located in South Yarra favourite Less Than Zero. Famous for their extensive drinks menu, Less Than Zero...

GO AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS WITH TRAMPOLINE GELATO

January 28, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

You can go around the world in 80 days with Trampoline Gelato who are celebrating the Flavours of the World for 80 days. Launching in stores nationally this month, Trampoline Gelato is calling...

THINGS TO DO IN MELBOURNE THIS AUSTRALIA DAY LONG WEEKEND

January 23, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Summer is well and truly here in Melbourne and the Australia Day long weekend has many treats in store if you're up for something interesting and fun! We've put together our top places to head to this long...

WHERE TO GET YOUR CHEEKY MID-WEEK DRINK OUTDOORS THIS SUMMER

January 21, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

I love mid-week drinks, especially during Summer! After all, who doesn't love to unwind at the end of a long day at work with a crisp glass of wine enjoying the warm weather and the outdoors? Well if you're in...

EMIRATES TAKES THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN TO NEW HEIGHTS

January 21, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

They have one of the most exclusive and exciting marquees during the Spring Racing Carnival, and now Emirates are bringing their signature luxe customer experience to the Australian Open. Celebrating...

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2015 EXPERIENCE

January 20, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Are you one of those spectators who watch the tennis from your TV at home just because you dread the thought of travelling all the way into the CBD only to head home straight after a game of tennis? Guilty. My...

LAUNCH OF THE 2015 SOUTH MELBOURNE NIGHT MARKET

January 19, 2015

Food & Drink, In Your Hood, Lifestyle

As twilight descends, Cecil street comes alive. The delicious aroma of paprika and chili wafts down the sidewalk, mingled with the sweet scent of caramel and baked goods. The sizzling of sausages can be...

MESSINA HITS THE ROYAL CROQUET CLUB WITH ITS INTERNATIONAL SOUP KITCHEN

January 15, 2015

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Royal Croquet Club hits town this week for some croquet, food, fun and music Birrarung Marr from this Friday. It was announced today that one of Melbourne's favourite food destinations, Gelato Messina...

SPICE + SPICE = MAGIC AT THE SPICE ROOM

January 15, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

I love Indian food from punjabi restaurant brisbane. It's always a delight to have your taste buds buzzing with excitement from a perfect blend of herbs and spices that I admittedly could not replicate in...

WIN THIS SEASONS HOTTEST NEW SPARKLING

January 13, 2015

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

One of Australia's most highly acclaimed sparkling wine labels, Pirie, is celebrating Summer with the launch of three new cool-climate premium Tasmanian sparkling wines to its range. This exciting new...

POP INTO THE NEW YEAR WITH COLD ROCK ICE CREAMERY AND WIN THE CHANCE TO ZIP AROUND IN A NEW FIAT 500 POP

January 12, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Choose It. Mix It. Smash It. Love It... and you could ‘POP’ around town in a brand new Fiat 500 Pop. Ringing in the new year in true Cold Rock style, the iconic Australian Ice Creamery is giving...

FINDING OUT WHAT THE ROYAL CROQUET CLUB IS ALL ABOUT WITH GRANT SMILLIE

January 12, 2015

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Royal Croquet Club hits town at the end of this week and we can't wait for the festival to begin. We sat down and asked Grant Smillie, one of the people responsible for organising this event, what to...

A TOUCH OF ITALY AT THE PERONI MARQUEE AT THE PORTSEA POLO WITH ITALIAN ACTOR FLAVIO PARENTI

January 9, 2015

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Peroni marquee at the Portsea Polo is definitely the place to be this Saturday with not only international supermodel and face of Peroni, Natalia Borges, present but also the talented Italian...

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WIN YOUR WAY INTO THE HOTTEST EVENT OF THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN

January 8, 2015

Event, Food & Drink

The Australian Open is almost upon us and we are giving you the chance to attend the party of the season at the hottest venue of the season, Club Aperol at Fatto. CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT CLUB...

CROQUET ANYONE?

January 8, 2015

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Melbourne comes alive this summer with the Royal Croquet Club lighting up the banks of Birrarung Marr this January with the ultimate summertime experience. After revelling in the ongoing success...

GET EXCITED FOR THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN AT CLUB APEROL

January 7, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Aperol and Fatto Bar & Cantina join forces this summer to create 'Club Aperol at Fatto' – the perfect oasis to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and will become THE place to head to...

TAKING DINING TO NEW HEIGHTS AT HIGHLINE RESTAURANT AT THE RAILWAY HOTEL

January 5, 2015

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

So I have a secret to share. It's not one that I want to, but I think for the good of Melbourne foodies, I need to. It's called the Highline restaurant. Located on the deck level of the newly renovated...

TEQUILA DRINK INSPIRATIONS FOR NYE

December 31, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Need some drink inspiration for this New Year's Eve? Our friends at Tequila Blu have put together some fun and fantastic drink recipes to make your NYE a bit more fun and frivolous! Grapefruit...

MELBOURNE’S NEW YEAR’S EVE HOTSPOTS

December 22, 2014

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Looking for something interesting to do to celebrate the new year? We've got that covered with some of Melbourne's best New Year's celebrations. The Emerson This year, The Emerson is offering an...

PIDAPIPO GELATERIA POPS INTO SUMMER

December 22, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Gelato lovers rejoice! Pidapipó Gelataria has opened up a new store in Carlton, serving up it's delicious range of freshly made gelato, just in time for Summer. The new store comes after a successful...

LOOKING FOR A PLACE FOR CHRISTMAS LUNCH? THE HIGHLINE RESTAURANT AT THE RAILWAY HOTEL HAS THE MENU FOR YOU

December 18, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The recently transformed Railway Hotel in Windsor will be turning on a traditional Australian Christmas feast on Christmas Day. Head Chef Simon Tarlington (ex Quay, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay and Maze) has...

FOOD & DRINK NEWS

December 15, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

What's new in the world of food this week? Twisted Yoghurt Summer is well and truly here and now you can find a healthier alternative to ice cream with delicious flavours of Twisted Frozen...

INTERVIEW WITH LUCY LIU CHEF & DIRECTOR MICHAEL LAMBIE

December 15, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

There are plenty of reasons why Lucy Liu has become the hottest name in food in Melbourne apart from having some of the best food around town, and it's what makes this place tick more than any...

BEST FOOD & DRINK GIFTS FOR CHRISTMAS

December 14, 2014

Food & Drink, Gift Guide, Lifestyle

If you're looking for a different type of present, why not consider Food & Drink gifts? We've put together a list of our favourite Food & Drink gifts that will be perfect for your loved one this...

CALLING ALL FOODIES. WIN A DOUBLE PASS TO FLAVOUR EXCHANGE

December 3, 2014

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Flavour Exchange is hitting Fed Square this Thursday 4th and Friday 5th December with a celebration of all things Summer. The quarterly event showcases the best wines, beers, ciders, spirits and foods from...

CHAMPAGNE AND SMOKED SALMON, A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN

November 24, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

SSome things in the food world just make sense when they're together. Ham and cheese. Bread and butter. Lime and soda. So it's no surprise that when Superior Gold launched its new range of premium smoked...

T2’S SUMMER FESTIVAL HAS TEA LOVERS IN A FLUTTER

November 20, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

To celebrate Summer and the launch of its new Flutterby range, T2 hosted a fabulous Summer Tea Festival at its beautiful headquarters in Melbourne. The festival brought together some of the best T2 teas in...

TALKING THE ART OF FRENCH COOKING + THE ULTIMATE CHEESE GIVEAWAY

November 19, 2014

Event, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

This week Como House South Yarra plays host to The Président Cheese Paris To Provence Festival celebrating all things French. Over the course of the festival, some of Melbourne's best French chefs and...

FROM PARIS TO PROVENCE, A FRENCH JOURNEY WITH LAURA RANCIE + WIN TICKETS

November 14, 2014

Event, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Président Cheese Paris to Provence Festival is one of the exciting events coming up at the historic Como House 21-23 November, where guests can experience all things French. The festival has become one...

FOOD NEWS: JENNIFER HAWKINS, HAMMER & TONG AND MONTHLY FIX GOURMET

November 14, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Jennifer Hawkins sizzles for Mount Franklin Sparkling This summer, Australia’s darling Jennifer Hawkins brings a fizz of fashion to ‘Mount Franklin’ Lightly Sparkling with the release of the Summer...

GET YOUR ASIAN HAWKER MARKET EXPERIENCE AT THE NIGHT NOODLE MARKET

November 13, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Friday marks the start of 16 days of food fun by the banks of the Yarra! Starting on the 14th of November, Melbournians will flock to the Night Noodle Market at its new home at Birrarung Marr, where...

PAUL LOUIS TURNS PINK THIS SPRING

November 12, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

It’s French. It’s Bubbly & now it’s PINK for a limited time only One of our favourite French bubblies has turned Pink, for a limited time only this Spring. The Paul Louis Limited Edition Pink...

CELEBRATE SPRING WITH FEAST OF MERIT

November 7, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

There is no two ways about it. Melbourne is a food obsessed city. Diners are prepared to wait up to 2 hours to get their hands on a meal from some of the hottest places in town. Since it opened earlier this...

SHAKE UP YOUR DIET WITH BOOST AND GRILL’D

November 6, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

BOOST JUICE SHAKES THINGS UP FOR CHARITY WITH CELEBRITY SMOOTHIE RANGE Boost Juice has partnered with four loved Australian celebrities to launch a limited edition range of smoothies and juices just in time...

WIN A TASTE OF MELBOURNE

November 3, 2014

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Fancy yourself a foodie? Then we have just the giveaway for you. We've got a double pass to giveaway to this year's Taste of Melbourne food festival which will be held from Thursday the 13th to Sunday the 16th...

GET YOUR FLING ON AT FLEMINGTON

October 31, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Heading to Flemington for Melbourne Cup Carnival? Make sure you make a pitstop at the ultimate trackside location, the Schweppes Flemington Fling Bar, for bespoke cocktails and music by Australia’s top...

NOT GOING TO THE RACES? OUR TOP FOOD & DRINK PICKS FOR THIS WEEKEND

October 31, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Not going to the races this weekend? Don't fret, you can enjoy the fun atmosphere at our top picks this weekend. Italian favourites at La Svolta Authentic Italian favourite, La Svolta is getting into...

FIVE GO TO EVENTS FOR GOOD FOOD MONTH

Stephanie Mikkelsen

October 31, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

It’s that time of year again. Prepare to gorge, graze and guzzle Melbourne, The Age Good Food Month is kicking off. Following the success of last year’s gastronomic venture, November will see a...

MORE THAN JUST FASHION AND CELEBRITIES IN THE BIRDCAGE

October 30, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Birdcage. Synonymous with fashion, beauty and celebrities during Melbourne Cup Carnival, the various marquees in this sanctuary play host to not only those that are best dressed, but feature the best food...

VEUVE CLICQUOT AIRSTREAM POPS INTO SUMMER

October 29, 2014

Event, Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

This month, the Veuve Clicquot Airstream rolls into summer, bringing with it Clicquot’s unique combination of luxury, food and design. The pop-up diner has kick-started parties all over the world, and, this...

DO AS THE ROMANS DO – SOGNI d’ORO APERITIVO DANZANTE ACT I

October 27, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Image by APL Photography Two Italian Boys launched their 2013 Vintage Prosecco at a stunning food event at Brunetti's in Carlton featuring beautiful Italian food and drink. The night, called Sogni d'Oro...

THE SPRING MENU YOU NEED TO TRY

October 24, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Cecconi's is a name synonymous with beautiful food and it's no wonder why the restaurant continues to be one of Melbourne's best places to dine. Consistently beautiful dishes, using the finest ingredients, and...

YOUR NEW FAVOURITE HIDDEN OASIS

October 24, 2014

Event, Features, Food & Drink

Marlborough wine label, Stoneleigh, has launched a hidden oasis in the heart of Fitzroy Street St Kilda, just in time for the warmer weather. Bringing the spirit of New Zealand to inner Melbourne,...

HOW YOU CAN MAKE THE PERFECT COFFEE

October 21, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Making the perfect coffee is more than just filling up a basket, placing it into a machine and adding milk. The refined art that baristas do on a day to day basis is something I never really appreciated until...

YELLOWGLEN BRINGS SPRING RACING TO SYDNEY

October 19, 2014

Arts & Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Yellowglen are enlisting the help of ambassador Samantha Wills to bring a little Melbourne Spring Racing excitement to Sydney. To celebrate the race that stops a nation, the prestigious Melbourne Cup,...

ENJOY A TASTE OF ITALY AT LA DOMENICA ITALIANA

October 15, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

If you are a lover of Italian food, then you can't miss out on Itali.co's La Domenica Italiana. Italian for The Italy Sunday, La Domenica Italiana brings the spirit and culture of Italy to...

MOJO WINEMAKERS LAUNCH STUDIO MOJO AND CELEBRATE AT THE MELBOURNE FESTIVAL

October 13, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

MOJO Winemakers have launched its new look wines with the launch of Studio MOJO, a special collaboration with local Australian artists. MOJO Winemakers engaged artists Ghost Patrol, Kirra Jamison, Barbara...

THE KITCHEN COLLECTIVE POPS UP AT THE ADELPHI HOTEL

October 10, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, To-Do List

It's safe to say, Melbourne is a city of foodies. Willing to wait for up to two hours to eat at some of the hottest dining spots in town, whether it's Italian, Japanese or Spanish food, Melburnians love it...

SNAPPLE HITS OUR SHORES FOR A DELICIOUS DRINK

October 8, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

For years we have seen this humble drink on our TV and Movie screens and only tasted it when overseas. Well no more Australia! Right now Snapple, the premium iced tea brand has arrived in...

2014 MELBOURNE FESTIVAL FOOD & WINE

October 5, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Melbourne Festival kicks off this week and along with the various Arts and Music activities, foodies are also spoilt for choice when it comes to the festival. The Foxtel Festival Hub will be located...

CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL COFFEE DAY

September 29, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

As you all might know by now, I love coffee and reading about it on dailyespresso.co.uk to keep up with its latest trends. But when I read that officially, Australians love coffee; it was hard to believe at...

THE EMERSON TURNS 1 WITH A BIG CELEBRATION

September 26, 2014

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, People & Parties

Melbourne's hotspot, The Emerson turned 1 last week and celebrated the momentous occasion with a huge birthday celebration across the multi-level complex. The celebrations featured delicious sparkling from...

BROWN BROTHERS SPARKLING MASTERCLASS AT FATTO BAR AND CANTINA

September 26, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

There is a lot to learn about Sparkling wine. More than I had anticipated after spending a lovely Spring morning learning from the best at the Brown Brothers Sparkling Masterclass held at Fatto Bar and...

FOCUS ON FOOD AT THE CROWN GOLDEN ALE CAULFIELD CUP CARNIVAL

September 24, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Spring Racing

Beauties will line up for the fashion on the fields but foodies like myself will be lining up for some of the finest food in Melbourne during the Crown Golden Ale Caulfield Cup Carnival. I can attest that...

TEA IS NOT JUST FOR DRINKING WITH TWININGS

September 23, 2014

Event, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Twinings is hosting a dinner on Monday event (September 29) alongside Gourmet Traveller to launch two new blends as a part of their infusions range – Orange & Cinnamon and Camomile & Spiced...

NEWS: THE EMERSON TURNS 1, HAMMER & TONG’S FOOD TRUCK AND IL FORNO OPENS IN SOUTH YARRA

September 15, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Emerson turns 1 The Emerson is celebrating its 1st Birthday this Friday 19 September and is celebrating this momentous occasion with a big birthday bash. Starting at 6:30pm, the Birthday...

CELEBRATE WORLD CHOCOLATE DAY WITH CADBURY

September 11, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

In case you didn't know, September 13 is World Chocolate Day. A day for chocolate you say? Well everyday is chocolate day for me but a world wide celebration for chocolate seems appropriate given the joy it...

WELCOME SUMMER WITH VODKA O

September 10, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

This season VODKA O introduces your newest summer companion, their latest range of naturally crafted, premixed Vodka cocktails. Combining pure VODKA O carbonated filtered water, real fruit juices, fruit purees...

VINO PARADISO – A WINE LOVER’S PARADISE

September 8, 2014

Features, Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Calling all Sydney Wine Lovers! Vino Paradiso begins on 31 October with a three-day event taking place at the Australian Technology Park, providing an unparalleled opportunity for Australian wine and food...

ITALI.CO A HIDDEN ITALIAN GEM

September 7, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

I love Pizza and it gives me so much pleasure to eat it. So when I discover another place in Melbourne where I know I will get good pizza is something of a God send. Itali.Co is a beautiful restaurant...

JOHN WALKER AND SONS CELEBRATE THE DIAMOND JUBILEE SCOTCH WHISKY

September 4, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, People & Parties

In a world first, John Walker and Sons, unlocked the liquefied brilliance of its Diamond Jubilee Scotch Whisky at a special event last week, at the Sydney Opera House. No stone was left unturned in the...

TYRRELLS CRISPS HITS OUR SHORES WITH A BIT OF ENGLAND

September 2, 2014

Beauty Team Diary, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Uncategorized

Tantalising tastebuds down under, Englishly good. The apt description of the new brand of chips that have hit our shores. Tyrrells Crisps are saying G'day to Australia by bringing their delicious...

GET READY FOR SUMMER WITH REKORDERLIG

August 27, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, News, Recipes

The warmer weather is just around the corner, and Rekorderlig have their newest cider flavour just in time to help you celebrate. An Australian favourite, the pomegranate has become commonplace in many...

GOURMET JAMS NO LONGER FOR THE SWEET TOOTH WITH SPOONFED FOODS

August 25, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Forget the usual condiments at a typical Australian bbq - tomato sauce, mustard and relish. Welcome to the new taste sensation of savoury jams that are now becoming popular additions to the Aussie dining...

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CURTIS STONE X TARGET COLLABORATION

August 18, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

If you can't get enough of Australian celebrity chef, Curtis Stone, then make sure you check out the new range of affordable kitchenware he has designed as part of Target's 'Designers for Target' program....

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MAGIMIX IT WITH CHEF ADRIAN RICHARDSON

August 13, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Celebrated Australian Chef, Adrian Richardson, recently helped to launch the new Patissier Multifunction Processor by Magimix with the help of TV food celebrity Maeve O'Mara in Sydney. The new Patissier...

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VEUVE CLICQUOT WINTER PARTY

August 11, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

Winter came alive last Friday at The Emerson rooftop with the Veuve Clicquot Winter Party, a party held to celebrate all things Veuve Clicquot and all things winter. Bringing a bit of glamour to Melbourne,...

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MEET YOUR MAKER AT HAMMER & TONG

August 7, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

The Meet your Maker event is happening again at Hammer & Tong on Tuesday 12 August where food meets wine meets wine maker. The event features four of Victoria's finest winemakers who will host a four...

LIFE’S SHORT. EAT DESSERT FIRST (AT OM NOM)

August 5, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Travel, Where To Stay

When I’m considering where to eat, how good the dessert is, is often the deciding factor. When I heard that the Adelphi Hotel was home to a restaurant which focused on desserts, l couldn’t get my...

SPAIN’S REBEL REGIONS PART 2: CATALONIA

August 4, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Travel, Where To Stay

I spent Spring travelling around the north and east coast of Spain. It was my first time in the country, and like many tourists, my romantic notions sprang from a combination of home-made sangria and close...

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UNDER THE BIG TOP AT LE GRAND CIRQUE WITH RENAULT AMBASSADOR, MANU FEILDEL

July 28, 2014

Food & Drink, Lifestyle

It's not often I'm left speechless after meeting someone, but this is what happened to me when I met renowned chef and TV personality Manu Feildel at a special event held at his hot new Melbourne restaurant,...