To celebrate the easing of restrictions and the encouragement of social interaction outdoors, premier Melbourne catering company Cookes Food has launched Park Life – three premium picnic boxes to be enjoyed at the local park with family and friends. No stranger to a pivot in 2020, Cookes Food has been curating delicious at-home menus and funContinue reading “Cookes Food launches Park Life – Take your picnic game to the next level”
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Celebrate Little Gay Day at The Wickham Hotel
Events across the October long weekend Little Gay Day at The Wickham is back for 2020 and this year, the event will be celebrated across an entire weekend! Kicking off on Friday, 2nd October and running until Sunday, 4th October, the much-loved event will open its doors to customers to raise money for six charities,Continue reading “Celebrate Little Gay Day at The Wickham Hotel”
Ditch the public transport limitations – take a roadtrip or plan a weekend getaway with Popcar
Sydneysiders have been giving up their cars in droves. In the census data of 2016, over 10% of households had no car at all. And that number has been on the rise since COVID-19. In fact, April 2020 showed a drop in new car sales of 48.5%, the biggest decline in the last 30 years.Continue reading “Ditch the public transport limitations – take a roadtrip or plan a weekend getaway with Popcar”
Melbourne’s iconic Laurent Bakery launches delivery
Melbournians are now able to savour the true tastes of French artisan baking without having to leave the house. UberEats and Deliveroo are now available from 9 out of 18 store locations, making it even easier for Laurent customers to indulge at home. Imagine waking up to a fresh almond croissant, a hot coffee andContinue reading “Melbourne’s iconic Laurent Bakery launches delivery”
Opinion: Is it safe to eat out??
I have a dilemma! It’s my son’s birthday soon and he wants to go to a Thai restaurant … a Thai restaurant that was closed due to COVID a few weeks ago but is now reopened. Moreover, I am still a bit nervous about big crowds in small spaces. Six months of restrictions have made meContinue reading “Opinion: Is it safe to eat out??”
Chiswick at the Gallery returns with the ‘Archibald Dining Package’
Image credit: Steven Woodburn Chiswick at the Gallery has opened its doors to coincide with the return of its renowned ‘Archibald Dining Package’. This year, Chiswick at the Gallery has collaborated with three Archibald finalists – Jonathan Dalton, Tianli Zu and Jane Guthleben – to create dishes inspired by their unique experiences during lockdown, for a menu that marksContinue reading “Chiswick at the Gallery returns with the ‘Archibald Dining Package’”
Chin Chin & Hawker Hall delivering to all of Metro Melbourne and Mornington Peninsula – One Day Only
After Chin Chin’s sell-out success delivering to the Mornington Peninsula and Geelong, Chin Chin Melbourne and Hawker Hall will be delivering its popular make-at-home meal packs to all of Metro Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula for one day only on Friday, 2 October. The Melbourne icons have done all the hard work and packed allContinue reading “Chin Chin & Hawker Hall delivering to all of Metro Melbourne and Mornington Peninsula – One Day Only”
Now Your Favourite Pub Meals Come To You
AVC’s Hand Picked menus with hot, heat-at-home and Footy Feed options. While the end of lockdown might be nearing, saying ‘I miss the pub’ has never felt more genuine. To satisfy demand for great pub food and refreshments as you eagerly wait, Australian Venue Co. has launched its delivery service ‘Hand Picked’, which brings togetherContinue reading “Now Your Favourite Pub Meals Come To You”
St Remio launches a new initiative to raise additional funds for female coffee farmers this World Coffee Day
Australian coffee brand gives back to growers – supporting female farming co-operative in West Rwanda For World Coffee Day (1st October), Aussie coffee brand St Remio will donate 50 cents from the sale of each box* of its compatible capsules and $1 from the sale of each bag^ of coffee purchased in all Coles Supermarkets nationally andContinue reading “St Remio launches a new initiative to raise additional funds for female coffee farmers this World Coffee Day”
Adding gluten-free menu options provides added boost when returning to full service
As the food service industry navigates a longer than expected road to recovery, new research shows that focusing on gluten-free offerings could be a beneficial move for hospitality businesses. The survey showed that gluten free tops the list of special dietary requests in Australian hospitality, with gluten-free requests five times greater than nut/peanut-free meals andContinue reading “Adding gluten-free menu options provides added boost when returning to full service”
Harris Farm Markets announces two Brisbane stores in historic return to Queensland capital
In news that will make local-produce fans all over Brisbane jump for absolute joy, the family-owned Harris Farm Markets will open not one, but two stores in Brisbane, beginning with Clayfield in November before opening the flagship store at West Village in West End in May next year. Acclaimed champions of the value and freshnessContinue reading “Harris Farm Markets announces two Brisbane stores in historic return to Queensland capital”
Captain Cook Cruises launches Sydney’s first ever hop-on-hop-off floating gastro-pub and restaurant
Captain Cook Cruises launches Sydney’s first ever hop-on-hop-off floating gastro-pub and restaurant Captain Cook Cruises, one of Sydney’s pre-eminent tourism and hospitality businesses for the last 50-years will emerge from a cocoon of reinvention this week to launch the city’s first ever hop-on-hop-off floating pub and dining experience – the Harbour Bar & Restaurant – forever changingContinue reading “Captain Cook Cruises launches Sydney’s first ever hop-on-hop-off floating gastro-pub and restaurant”
Cannoleria launches Cannoli Cakes and announces second Virtual Cannoli Class
Cannoleria is announcing the perfect cake for any celebration – ‘In Piede’ cannoli cakes! And, due to the success of the first Cannoli Class, a second virtual class will be held on 3rd October. Cannoleria ‘In Piede’ Cannoli Cakes Cannoleria by That’s Amore will launch ‘In Piede’ (meaning on foot/standing) Cannoli Cakes. Available with Sicilian andContinue reading “Cannoleria launches Cannoli Cakes and announces second Virtual Cannoli Class”
Yarra Valley Garden Party program released
Yarra Valley Garden Party is a free virtual event on October 3 and 4 and brings springtime in the Yarra Valley into homes across Australia. Including experiences of the Tesselaar Tulip Festival and the Blossom Festival at CherryHill Orchards, the complete program has now been confirmed. Join Chef Julia Busuttil Nishimura, home cook Jess Nguyen,Continue reading “Yarra Valley Garden Party program released”
UP IN SMOKE – Negroni Week extended across Ovolo Hotels
At Ovolo, it is believed the trinity of Campari, gin, and vermouth is best celebrated smoky. From Monday, 14 September until Sunday, 20 September, worlds and cultures will collide in celebration of Negroni Week as Ovolo Hotels goes ‘Up in Smoke’. And, as the week celebrating the Negroni comes to an end, Ovolo are extendingContinue reading “UP IN SMOKE – Negroni Week extended across Ovolo Hotels”
A taste of Italy, delivered across Melbourne!
A taste of Italy, delivered across Melbourne! Food intolerances aren’t a problem for Osteria Italiana, who have just launched an online shop with products catering to vegan, low-fodmap, gluten-free and contemporary eaters. Offering fresh and handmade pasta, sauces, ready-made meals and pantry essentials, there’s everything customers need to enjoy authentic Italian food at home, noContinue reading “A taste of Italy, delivered across Melbourne!”
Sydney Good Food Month returns for the 22nd year this October, celebrating the very best of NSW culinary talent
Good Food Month presented by Citi returns to Sydney this October for the 22nd year, with tickets for the feature events on sale 9am Thursday, 17 September at goodfoodmonth.com. This year’s programme shines a light on newly published authors Danielle Alvarez (Fred’s Paddington) and Elizabeth Hewson (FINK Group) for some feel-good dining experiences; seafood stalwartsContinue reading “Sydney Good Food Month returns for the 22nd year this October, celebrating the very best of NSW culinary talent”
Dhaba At The Mill reopens in Kyneton with a Friday Night Food Truck in Gisborne
Jessi and Amar Singh’s Kyneton restaurant, Dhaba At The Mill, has reopened its doors following the announcement of amendments to dining restrictions in regional Victoria. Heading back to where it all began 12 years ago (2008), chef Jessi Singh will be in the kitchen of Dhaba serving up dishes from its most recent menu asContinue reading “Dhaba At The Mill reopens in Kyneton with a Friday Night Food Truck in Gisborne”
BOMBAY SAPPHIRE launches world-first double serve BOMBAY & TONIC
The quintessential Australian barbeque, entertaining at home, days at the beach and getting ready to go out are all things best done in the company of friends, and BOMBAY SAPPHIRE has now made these occasions even more special with the release of BOMBAY & TONIC 10%, the first ever double serve pre-mixed gin. The perfectContinue reading “BOMBAY SAPPHIRE launches world-first double serve BOMBAY & TONIC”
Bakers Delight celebrates 40 years with iconic gift
29th September marks the 40th anniversary of Australia’s most iconic bakery, Bakers Delight. To honour the milestone, it’s toasting the occasion by shouting Aussies 40,000 of the much-loved, signature Cheesymite Scrolls. While many of us have a personal Bakers Delight favourite – from the beloved Hot Cross Bun and twisted delights, to the innovative Hi-FibreContinue reading “Bakers Delight celebrates 40 years with iconic gift”
Arbory Afloat Beach House, launching 26 October
Sailing in with some good news for a city in lockdown, Melbourne’s largest outdoor floating bar and restaurant Arbory Afloat has confirmed it will return to the Yarra River on Monday 26 October. The much-loved floating bar and eatery will welcome Melburnians back on deck, in line with Victoria’s roadmap and social distancing guidelines forContinue reading “Arbory Afloat Beach House, launching 26 October”
Food & Hospitality Queensland returns in 2021
The organisers of Food & Hospitality Queensland are excited to announce that the show will be returning from 1–2 August 2021 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. It will feature over 160 exhibitors and a series of special events for industry professionals. “We are seeing real demand for an event that brings the industryContinue reading “Food & Hospitality Queensland returns in 2021”
Bingo balls, booze and food – Tokyo Tina’s Bingo Academy is back
Knock At The Door, Duck and Dive, Dirty Gertie, Man Alive… Time to brush up on your bingo lingo – Tokyo Tina is taking its infamous bingo online with the launch of Bingo Academy Live. Kicking off this Sunday, 20 September and happening each Sunday thereafter, drag superstar Valerie Hex will be hosting the number-calling, ball-droppingContinue reading “Bingo balls, booze and food – Tokyo Tina’s Bingo Academy is back”
The Inner West’s Wood-Fire Coffee Roasters – The Wood Roaster
Situated on Shepherd Street, in the heart of Marrickville is The Wood Roaster, one of the most unique speciality coffee roasters in New South Wales and winner of MICE 2020 Silver medal for milk-based coffee and MICE 2020 silver medal for Espresso. As the name suggests, The Wood Roaster roast their incredible coffee beans overContinue reading “The Inner West’s Wood-Fire Coffee Roasters – The Wood Roaster”
Discover the art of dumpling making with David Zhou for World Dumpling Day
To celebrate World Dumpling Day on Saturday, 26 September, Oriental Teahouse is holding a digital dumpling masterclass with David Zhou, who will teach dumpling-lovers how to make three simple recipes from a single Dumpling Kit that makes 30 dumplings. More than just a masterclass – hear about what makes World Dumpling Day so important for theContinue reading “Discover the art of dumpling making with David Zhou for World Dumpling Day”
NOMAD is home for good this October
NOMAD – Surry Hills’ much-loved restaurant and cellar door – will reopen in their original Foster Street home on Tuesday, 20 October. A fire broke out at NOMAD last September, causing severe damage throughout the venue. Owners Al and Rebecca Yazbek have since undergone extensive renovations to the venue. The new-look NOMAD features a larger kitchen, twiceContinue reading “NOMAD is home for good this October”
Enjoy a Spring Fling at Fratelli Fresh with new seasonal dishes and fruit-filled punch bowl cocktails to share
So, maybe you haven’t been able to jaunt off to Italy for a spring fling, but you can still enjoy a little Italian primavera closer to home with new seasonal menu additions and refreshing punch bowl cocktails at Fratelli Fresh. The Spring Fling selection is available on the à la carte menu at Fratelli FreshContinue reading “Enjoy a Spring Fling at Fratelli Fresh with new seasonal dishes and fruit-filled punch bowl cocktails to share”
No.5’s new campaign ‘Pays It Forward’ to Aussies doing it tough during COVID
Australia has been in a bit of a tailspin lately. The fires, the pandemic, the lockdowns and now a recession – it all adds up to a pretty stressful year so far. Whilst reports show that anxiety, panic, depression, anger, confusion, uncertainty and financial stress affect up to 35% of the community, under the conditionsContinue reading “No.5’s new campaign ‘Pays It Forward’ to Aussies doing it tough during COVID”
Koko Black launches new limited edition Australian Classics Collection
Aussie favourites Gaytime, Vovo, Lamingtons and more, reimagined by Koko. Artisan chocolatier, Koko Black, has released its latest chocolate range – the Australian Classics Collection, a new product range that celebrates beloved Australiana classics with an exciting Koko twist. While the world navigates uncharted territory, Koko Black’s newest range serves as an optimistic reminder to AustraliansContinue reading “Koko Black launches new limited edition Australian Classics Collection”
Ten years of Three Blue Ducks
This September will mark the 10-year anniversary for Three Blue Ducks, a group of six mates who share a love of food and the surf. On Wednesday, 23 September, the Ducks will come together and celebrate with a special dinner in Rosebery, cooking alongside some of their dearest friends and alumni. Following the dinner, BronteContinue reading “Ten years of Three Blue Ducks”
Chin Chin heading to Mornington Peninsula for one day only
Chin Chin Melbourne is headed to the Mornington Peninsula for the first time ever, delivering its popular ‘Make Me Feed Me’ packs for the ultimate Chin Chin feast at home for one day only. The Melbourne icon has done all the hard work and packed all your favourite dishes so you can enjoy Chin ChinContinue reading “Chin Chin heading to Mornington Peninsula for one day only”
Introducing Ovolo South Yarra
Ovolo Group continues its expansion with the announcement of Ovolo South Yarra. The latest addition to its collection of ever-growing hotels is located right near the famed intersection of Toorak Road and Chapel Street in Melbourne’s cultural hub of South Yarra. Blending past, present and progressive, a place where retro chic and pop art meet. Taking designContinue reading “Introducing Ovolo South Yarra”