Chef’s Corner with Miek Paulus, CEO, Founder, and Sourdough Engineer of Ket Baker

Welcome to Chefs Corner, where we take you behind-the-scenes into the kitchen of a renowned hospitality establishment in regional Victoria….

Forage & Feast Festival Returns in 2026 With a Massive Month-Long Celebration of Central Highlands Food Culture

The Central Highlands is gearing up for a flavour-packed summer as Commerce Ballarat and The Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

From Newtown to National Glory: Morgan Gall Wins AHA’s Top Service Award

There’s something special about a venue that feels like a second home—where the clink of glasses, the hum of conversation…

Leega Korean BBQ is a sizzling good time

Having joined Geelong’s hospitality list in 2017, the Gheringhap Street location will transport you to the harmonious shared dining destination…

360Q has all angles covered on the hospitality front (with views to match!)

With a four decade career that has seen him cook for a number of namedrops including Michael Jackson, Harry Connick…

Around the Region: Strawberries and grapes are on the menu this month

Nothing signals warmer weather quite like the vibrant red hearts popping out from under leafy vines. That’s right, strawberry season…

Nicol’s Paddock is a wine-winner on every front

Within the bustling Waurn Ponds network, where home, education, and shopping collide, is fellow neighbour Nicol’s Paddock.  This uniquely positioned…

Chef’s Corner: Five Minutes with Woolstore Restaurant and The Retreat head chef, Eli Grubb

Welcome to Chefs Corner, where we take you behind-the-scenes into the kitchen of a renowned hospitality establishment in regional Victoria….

From Beer to There: Warrnambool’s craft brewery festival welcomes in the warmer weather

It’s beer o’clock every hour as we head into the warmer half of Spring. Joining forces to celebrate the crisp…

The Q Train quest: An award-winning tourism and hospitality experience

An award-winning tourist attraction, a breath-taking adventure, and a culinary statement, The Q Train is rolling excellence across the Bellarine….

WYM is the warmer weather catch up spot with the most glorious surrounds

It’s Where You Meet – aka WYM – Geelong Botanic Gardens’ flagship food and drink spot. An inconspicuous café covered…

Now Open: Your newest food residents to hit the block

Victoria’s hospitality scene is always evolving, with some new names popping up, some familiar favourites saying farewell and, of course,…

Ms Batterhams is Bendigo’s bespoke dining experience

In a city holding the UNESCO title for Gastronomy, standing out in the hospitality scene of Bendigo is no easy…

First Friday’s and Comedy at the Club come to East Geelong Golf Club

East Geelong Golf Club is giving their members and the Geelong community even more than a green. Their social calendar…

That Place Patisserie is a slice of Parisian pleasure in Geelong

The story of That Place Patisserie & Cafe in Geelong’s busy Belmont centre of Mt Pleasant Road is just as…

Port Philip Bay Oysters are pearlers this season

From 2010’s first crack at growing angasis, to growing 80mm plated oysters, Port Philip Bay Oysters are a second chance…

Roy Hammond is Ballarat’s hidden hospitality hotspot

Hidden down the colourful umbrella bridged Hop Lane in central Ballarat you will find one of the best cocktail experiences…

Pholklore finds new home in North Geelong

A roadside retreat has rolled into North Geelong’s industrial estate this week. Welcome Café Pho – the newest member of…

Great Ocean Ducks deliver delicacy to the region

There’s a reason why duck is a feature on most high-end and fine dining restaurants’ menus. The high-protein, nutrient-rich food…

Newtown’s Blank Space owners call it a day

We thought it would be forever, but sadly a sudden departure is imminent for Geelong café owners, Blank Space. Owner…

The Dome Dining experience on Geelong waterfront is in its final week

Modern Australian cuisine creators, Tempo Kitchen & Bar are moving on from their winter menu this week. Accompanying the menu,…

Chef’s Corner: Five Minutes with Tim Foster, Bendigo and Ballarat’s biggest name in hospitality

With Ballarat and Bendigo brimming with excitement on the cultural front this season with Ballarat International Foto Biennale and Bloom…

Gin meets jazz in this sultry September event

Smooth jazz meets the bold burn of gin in this special Black Sheep event. On Friday 19 September from 6pm,…

Rebecchi’s and Tulip team up for kitchen takeover

Rutland Street’s very own Rebecchi’s has expanded their relations outside of their bad neighbours. The sandwich and coffee house sharing…

 

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