Doughnuts or donuts? No matter how you spell them, there’s nothing on this earth like a freshly baked doughnut. And Luckily for you, we’ve tracked down the best doughnut shops in Melbourne. Whether you’re looking for a traditional doughnut, or a doughnut with a pop of powdered sugar, or a sleek glaze. Or even if …
Proof that eating cheaply and enjoying good food is totally possible, Samurai Hawthorn has a loyal following thanks to its no fuss, fresh and tasty, take on Japanese favourites. Samurai Hawthorn Location: 804 Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn, VIC 3122 Ph: (03) 9819 4858 At a time when you can regularly pay between $3.50 and $4.20 for …
If you are planning a trip to Melbourne, then chances are you are hoping to experience everything that this unique city has to offer. This definitely means sampling the local culture, the shopping – and the food. Melbourne is a destination that is known for its amazing restaurants. However, this does not mean that your …
Sichuan, Szechuan, Szechwan. No matter how you choose to spell it, for me it means one thing – delicious, spicy Chinese food! Sichuan Province in South West China has wild, rugged mountains to the west and a lush fertile basin of land to the east. It is home to more than 83 million people and …
At Joe Frank, the coffee window is perpetually busy, but that isn’t all that this great local cafe provides. Grab a seat in the chilled rear courtyard and enjoy charming service and one of the best Chilli Scrambles around. Joe Frank Cafe Location: 246 High St, Ashburton, VIC, 3147 Ph: (03) 9193 0169 It’s an …
The Fish & Chip experience is not just a British staple, it is a worldwide phenomenon. So, as you might expect, Australia’s Melbourne boasts some of the finest fish and chip restaurants in the southern hemisphere. Here, you can taste fish plucked straight from Australia’s stunning oceans and served with all of the freshness and …
Should you live in Melbourne, then you’re fortunately spoiled for choice when it comes to eating out, particularly when it’s Vietnamese food you’re after. Delicious bánh mì and phở are all around, but there is one problem with the sheer number of Vietnamese eateries in the city – it can be a bit of a …
Melbourne is blessed with a kaleidoscopic array of stunning Asian fusion dining spots. From Vietnamese ingredients cooked using Japanese techniques to Korean pickles paired with Chinese flavours, this vibrant foodie city has it all. And whilst many of Melbourne’s top eateries may lean more towards one part of Asia than another, it’s not unusual to …
Hard to find, but such a treat once you do, Eau De Vie Melbourne is a classy basement bar redolent of prohibition era intrigue serving serious Whiskies and elevated Cocktails with a touch of panache. Eau De Vie Melbourne Location: 1 Malthouse Ln, Melbourne, VIC 3000 Ph: (03) 8393 9367 For newbies, part of the …
The crowning glory of the QT Hotel, Melbourne, the Rooftop at QT has a bustling indoor bar and generous outdoor terrace with glorious views of the city skyline. Update: See we revise this review in October 2023, the Rooftop at QT has just undergone a major spruce up. There’s a totally new design principle at …
