Blackman’s Brewery is once again hosting a ladies night out for women who love beer

Calling all beer loving lady legends!

Wave goodbye to Eureka, and say hello to Westend Geelong

We sit down with the man behind it all – Geelong publican Cam O’Keefe – who’s also behind the successful re-invigoration of the Central Hotel, now known as Centra.

There’s some top-notch food on offer at Little Creatures’ BIG Festival

In addition to The Hot Chicken Project, the Big Eats include Wah Bah, Timboon Ice Cream and a pop-up Veggie Bar, as well as the Creatures Canteen, to fully showcase elements of Geelong’s burgeoning foodie scene.

There’s a new local in Geelong

If you’ve been looking for a little slice of heaven in East Geelong, this is it.

Where to go when you’re craving a big brekky

This region sure knows how to serve up some decadent meals that are worth stumbling out of bed for.

Prickly Moses releases limited-edition Great Ocean Road Australia Lager

Brewed using Otway rainwater, this beer is a classic refreshing crisp Australian lager with a pleasant bitterness derived from hops grown in the high country of Victoria.

A Japanese Cocktail Bar has opened in Geelong

Located at the Backyard Cafe.

A coffee and the Wi-Fi password, please?

Here is a list of the best cafes in Geelong (with wifi) to venture out on your own to and get some work done.

Celebrate Oktoberfest with these exclusive Oktoberfestbiers, straight from the tents of Bavaria

Prepare your lederhosen and dirndl’s.

Fit Food Nutrition is changing lives with their macro-friendly donuts

Do you ever feel like a donut directly after you leave the gym or a workout, but do-nut want to reverse all that hard work?

Eat and drink like a local at the Heathcote Wine & Food Festival

Returning October 5-6, the festival will take over the Heathcote Showgrounds across two days with more than 45 wineries pouring new season and museum release wines.

Provenance Wines are hosting weekly Vino and Vinyl nights in October

Whether it’s Friday night with the girls, date night or the weekly work-knock-offs, this promises to be an absolute treat!

Honey Source is the sweetest local business around

Did you know that there are around 20,000 beekeepers in Australia? That’s pretty un-bee-lievable.

If you love fish and chips as much as we do, cruise on down to Highton Fish & Chips.

What really sets this local fish and chippery apart from the rest however is the abundance of gluten-free options across the menu.

The Gluten Free Expo is returning to Melbourne

Bringing together Australia’s best gluten-free pioneers, the expo is boasting a mouthwatering smorgasbord of food products otherwise inaccessible to the average gluten intolerant person.

Tuck into some backyard goodness

Located in the heart of Geelong on one of our liveliest streets, Backyard Cafe has become a local favourite, renowned for their silky house brews and a colourful all-day menu that builds on the classics.

Geelong’s own Shinya Ramen is earning a reputation as the best ramen outside of Japan

Tender meat and soft noodles bathing in the juices of a belly-warming broth. Is there anything more satisfying than a clean slurp of ramen? No, we don’t think there is…

Golden Dragon Yum Cha is your one-stop for an an authentic Chinese experience in the heart of Geelong

Golden Dragon offers a wide variety across their menu, ranging from casual yum cha meals to extensive special banquets.

Bay View Bar & Grill is the place to drink and dine this Spring

Nothing takes a meal to the next level like views out over the water.

Splatters is the rolling eatery version of a cheese-lover’s mecca

If ever there was a line worth waiting in, it would be this one – and you’ll be able to this summer when Splatters hits the festival circuit.

El Santo is nacho regular Mexican restaurant

Head to El Santo for a festive dining experience like no other. Sombreros optional.

Burger Bar 3217 is the newest burger joint in town

The sauce is strong with this one…

The Village Door Café is bringing happiness to Pakington Street through culinary delights

Boasting authentic home-made recipes with genuine European chefs from all different backgrounds, everything is prepared fresh in their kitchen and is made with love.

You’ll never regret a quick detour to The Cheesecake Shop

Some things in life are just better together. Bert and Ernie. Gin and tonic. Cheese and cake.

 

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