Forget getting on the beers, these enticing spirits from Newy Distillery will have you reaching for more

Founded by Luke and Kimberly Storey, this boutique distillery first began brewing in the Storey’s household shed. Flash forward two gorgeous…

Torquay’s boozy spritz company Coast up the ante with new ‘Party Hard Seltzer’

Hard seltzers have, arguably, become the drink of summer, and just because summer is over, it doesn’t mean we can’t…

From the coast to the city, Bells Beach Brewing is bringing craft beer back to Geelong’s most-loved laneway

Earning themselves a solid reputation for their brewery and taproom on the Surf Coast, which has become a real hidden…

Six of the best beer gardens in Geelong

It’s a warm Saturday arvo and you and the friends are all miraculously free and in need of refreshments. Where…

Celebrate the women in your life at this waterfront Diamond Party

International Women’s Day (March 8) is all about women supporting women, celebrating achievements and looking at what we can do…

A new alternative club night is launching in Geelong this week

Keen to make the most of your nights and hit the dance floor this year, but the usual chest-thudding beat…

Cafes are giving away free coffees today for Random Acts of Kindness Day

If there’s anything the last 12 months have proven, it’s that a little kindness can make a big difference in…

Six of the coolest Regional Coffee Roasters

The World’s coffee capital is home to some of the most awesome roasters and bean makers, today we’re diving into…

This regional Victorian pub has the best beer list in Australia

Located less than two hours from Geelong and Melbourne and less than an hour from Ballarat, Avoca is a vibrant…

Our favourite Valentine’s Day cocktails to shake up with your S.O. in lockdown

In our opinion, nothing says Valentine’s Day like expertly made pink cocktails, and while you may not be able to…

Style Bar in Barwon Heads is fusing beauty and hospitality with their new blow wave bar

Blow waves and bevvies are exactly what you’ll find at Style Bar Barwon Heads. The pink laden blow wave bar…

Gooley’s is the new nighttime pop-up bar at Cartel Coffee

Gooley’s is the new nighttime destination hosted in a spot familiar to any discerning coffee drinker. Whilst Cartel Coffee Roasters…

This new restaurant, La Cantina, will have you kissing the chef

Missing the European sun? Find yourself dreaming about a bowl of delicious pasta, wine glass in hand, and watching the…

A handful of Geelong’s best Happy Hours, because we’re keen for a bevvy

What’s better than drinking at one of Geelong’s best bars? Drinking at one of Geelong’s best bars at happy hour…

Six of Geelong’s quirkiest and coolest foodie experiences to try ASAP

Now that it’s been a few months since restaurants have opened back up, it’s time to get a bit adventurous…

Quench your thirst at this massive beer festival hitting the region next month

It’s almost impossible to pass up a beer festival at the best of times, but when there’s one only an…

Jetty Road Brewery has popped up on the Surf Coast

Backyard cricket. Filling the esky. BBQ’s. Slip Slop Slap. Heading to the coast. This time of the year is a…

Cue the buckets of Budweiser, The Sporting Globe Geelong is bringing you all the American action that is Super Bowl once again

Whether you’re a Super Bowl fan or not, there’s something so exciting and unbeatable about the American sports culture. Maybe…

Lambys is finally back this weekend for a huge party

Avid clubbers, the time has come to return to Geelong’s legendary longstanding venue. Lambys Tavern is back open this weekend…

Scout for Vintage has teamed up with Blackman’s Brewery to host Sunday Sessions on the Lawn

Sunday afternoons are never easy. Maybe you’ve spent the morning out and about, or you’re nursing a hangover from a…

Drink the night away at Geelong’s newest gin bar, Black Sheep

Ah gin. It’s the magical spirit that’s certainly having a moment in recent times. Whether you like it with tonic,…

There’s a new taproom opening in Geelong’s CBD

Delighting all the beer aficionados in Geelong, the iconic bar space located in Denny’s Place behind Beav’s Bar will see…

Slate Pool Lounge is celebrating its 10th birthday and you’re invited

Slate Pool Lounge is celebrating its tenth anniversary this Saturday with a big birthday celebration. The venue is offering free…

Six To Try: The Surf Coast’s best openings of 2020

Starting a new business can be extremely hard at the best of times, it’s even tougher when you’re doing so…

 

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