This Lorne café not only makes a mean coffee but also has surfboards and bodyboards for hire

Nothing says summer on the coast more than rounding up your best mates for some caffeine and hanging ten at…

Family Pho is finally opening in Waurn Ponds this weekend

If there’s one country that’s absolute heaven for food lovers, it’s Vietnam. With French influence in many of the dishes…

Nine places to get your ice cream fix in the region

As soon as the temperature jumps up a few degrees, it’s instantly perfect ice cream weather.

Blackman’s Brewery is opening a massive beer bar and brewery in Grovedale

Six years on from launching in Torquay and just weeks after announcing the closure of their much-loved Geelong CBD venue,…

Tuck into a big breakfast at 9 Grams’ new coastal location

With three locations, 9 Grams has become a favourite in Geelong for their tasty coffee, all-day breakfast and jaw-dropping brunch…

Paper Cup & Co. is the trendy coffee option in an unlikely location

Location, location, location, real estate agents say it so it must be important. However, I don’t believe it can be…

There’s an ‘all-you-can-eat’ dumpling night happening on Wednesday

Cancel all plans.

A sports bar slinging cheeseburgers and champagne has popped up in Geelong

There are few things that make us happier than wrapping our hands around a simple cheese-laden, juicy cheeseburger, making a…

Red Noodle Canteen is the Belmont noodle destination you have to check out

In recent times, Belmont residents have been graced with the opening of several new bars and cafés along High Street…

An authentic ramen restaurant and bar has just opened in Waurn Ponds

Tender meat and soft noodles bathing in the juices of a belly-warming broth. Is there anything more satisfying than a…

A store dedicated entirely to toasties has just opened up in Geelong

There’s not much that can beat a toastie. The mother of all foods (tell me I’m wrong!?), it’s got the…

VN Rolls is the Vietnamese bakery that’s worth going out of your way for

Nestled amongst the Watson Road shopping strip, sitting beside one of the last remaining NQR stores in Geelong is VN…

Hot summer days are but a hairwidth away, which can only mean one thing: picnics

Lord knows last winter was dark and full of terrors. Our plans to fly to tropical havens were thwarted. Our…

Hallelujah, The Deck Geelong has won the battle to keep their beer garden

Since its killer make over a couple of year ago, The Deck on Gheringhap Street has quickly become a favourite…

Treat your four-legged friends at this dog bakery that’s just popped up in Belmont

If there’s one thing we love more than treating ourselves to cupcakes and coffee, it’s treating our loyal and fluffy,…

Aussie Convenience is the American candy destination you didn’t know you needed

Ever had a craving for American candy and soft drinks? A new store opening in the Geelong CBD might be…

A heavenly ice creamery has opened up in the heart of Ocean Grove

UPDATE OCT 2021: After having their doors closed for the winter months, the good humans at Paradise Parlour are opening…

Café Bear and Scoobs move to spacious new location

Whether you need a business-friendly brunch or a lazy central Sunday hotspot, North Geelong’s Café Bear and Scoobs have become…

Made with love, Crublet Macarons is bringing the French classic to your doors with an Aussie twist

All the way from France, these sweet and delicate cookies are not a treat to miss. Oh, so flavourful cookies…

This chocolate alfajores recipe, with dulce de leche, is the ultimate sweet treat

If you’ve ever travelled to South America, or you’ve had the pleasure of experiencing the foodie delights one way or…

Amidst a pandemic, these five locals launched their small businesses – and thrived in doing so

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

The beloved Tastes of Central Geelong festival has been named Victoria’s Best Regional Event

With hundreds of activities on offer, it doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned foodie or a new-found food lover, young…

This new ‘food hall’ is slinging doughnuts, burgers, tacos, cheese toasties, hotdogs and more, all under one roof in Geelong

Picture this: you’re sitting at home in your best pyjamas, wine in one hand and Netflix remote in the other….

This unique Tasmanian-based Japanese restaurant is opening in Geelong

Soon to call Geelong’s CBD home, Kosaten Japanese Restaurant has made a name for itself in Tasmania for taking dining…

 

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