The Great Ocean Road’s dedicated Hot Chocolate Festival is back for the entire month of August

As the winter months take hold, there’s nothing quite like wrapping your hands around a warm cup of hot chocolate…

Shedshaker Brewing launches Castlemaine Keg for Good, raising money for community groups

Renowned for its range of fresh, handcrafted, small-batch craft beers, Castlemaine’s Shedshaker Brewing has launched a new community program aimed at…

With stunning views of Corio Bay, Bellarine Estate is the 100-acre family-owned winery worth visiting

Established in 1996, Bellarine Estate is one of the oldest wineries on the Bellarine Peninsula, with Peter and Lizette Kenny…

Now Open: Planet Smoothie brings vibrant, out-of-this-world smoothies to Geelong

On the bright and bustling ground floor of Westfield Geelong, a new flavour-filled destination has arrived in Planet Smoothie, the…

Embrace the Winter Spirit with the return of Geelong’s Winter Shiraz Festival

Geelong’s rich, full-bodied red wines will be the centre of it all come August when the Geelong Winter Shiraz Festival…

FarmDog Brewing is hosting its very first boilermaker tasting night

In a fusion of flavors that promises to tantalise the taste buds of adventurous enthusiasts, FarmDog Brewing, Wallington’s vibrant family-run…

‘Here’s to 10 more’: Little Creatures celebrates 10 years of brewing in Geelong

It’s been quite the journey since one of our favourite breweries first opened its door. Launching in a Fremantle shed…

Scotchmans Hill’s ever-popular Barrel Hall Wine Sale returns this weekend

One to add to your calendar

A huge two-day Sake Festival is coming to Melbourne with 200+ kinds of Japanese Sake to taste

Bringing together enthusiasts, connoisseurs, and curious individuals, the Australian Sake Festival is heading to Melbourne in July to celebrate the…

The 18th Amendment Bar brings back exclusive masterclasses, and our eyes are on WhistlePig Distillery Rye July 

Nestled in the heart of Geelong, the famed 1920s Prohibition-style cocktail bar, 18th Amendment Bar, stands as a hidden gem…

Mount Moriac Hotel is a charming country pub with honest food, loads of atmosphere, live music and free camping

Once a simple stop for stagecoaches and riders, the Mount Moriac Hotel was and still is a charming destination for…

Geelong’s retro-inspired dumpling bar is now doing ‘Bottomless Bahjong’ every Sunday

Geelong’s newest dumpling diner and bar Bahjong has quickly established itself as a go-to dining destination in Geelong since opening…

Four Pillars launches Bloody Shiraz and Bloody Pinot Noir Gins, announces first-ever Bloody Midwinter Gin Festival

With winter all but officially here, it’s time to embrace life in the longer, cooler evenings with cosy conversations, multiple…

Heathcote on Show: Heathcote’s massive three-day Wine & Food Festival returns in June

Heathcote’s biggest annual event, Heathcote on Show is returning in 2023 with a huge lineup for wine lovers on the…

The Ultimate Pinot Affair Weekend: Top Events to Experience in Geelong this weekend

Get ready to immerse yourself in a celebration of all things Pinot Noir as Geelong hosts the highly anticipated Pinot…

Regional Victorian distiller Echuca Distillery wins international gold in San Francisco

In an Australian first, Echuca Distillery, based in the Victorian river port town, recently became the first Australian distillery to…

Melbourne’s Axil Coffee Roasters barista crowned as best in Australia for the second year in a row

Melbourne barista Jack Simpson from Axil Coffee has been crowned the Australian Barista Champion at the ASCA National Coffee Championships,…

Hawke’s Brewing bring ‘80s nostalgia to GABS Craft Beer Festival this weekend with epic Lucky Prawn pop-up

Beloved independent, Australian-owned beer company Hawke’s Brewing Co. is bringing 1980s-soaked nostalgia to this year’s GABS Craft Beer Festival, with…

Geelong’s Bean Squeeze opens new coffee spot on Fyans Street with both drive-thru and dine in

In its 13th venue across the region in 16 or so years, Geelong drive-through coffee business Bean Squeeze is continuing…

Soul Origin in Geelong’s CBD is giving away free coffee today

If you’re looking for an afternoon pick-me-up, head on over to Australia coffee powerhouses Soul Origin in Geelong to score…

Peaky Blinders meets The Great Gatsby: Ballarat’s new Sly Grog Speakeasy announces sneak-peek secret event

Mimicking the secrecy and time period of the old Prohibition-era speakeasies with hidden entrances, minimal (or no) signage, dim lighting,…

Ceres Distilling Co is Geelong’s impressive new craft vodka and gin distillery

Put your hands together for the newest distillery on the block, the family-owned Ceres Distilling Co. Located in Grovedale, the…

Indulge in high tea and bottomless bubbles for the winter at this beautiful Geelong winery

In perhaps some of the best news for your Monday, Mt Duneed Estate has announced the return of its famed…

The annual month-long Rocky Road Festival has returned to the Surf Coast for May

Running for a whole month and making all your sugar-filled dreams come true, the famous Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie’s Rocky…

 

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