A guide to French cuisine in regional Victoria

Croissants to Coq au vin; you don’t have to jet all the way to Europe to taste the delicacies of…

Portarlington favourite Little Mussel Cafe announces closure and final week

A popular spot in Portarlington, Little Mussel Cafe has made the difficult decision to cease service, closing their hospitality location….

Bells Beach Brewing is hosting Christmas in July

As the sweaters and scarves come out, the fires are lit and the mulled wine is boiled, it starts to…

Ocean Grove contemporary restaurant Napona announces final service

The Hodgson Street establishment has announced its closure and final week of service via its social media last night (Thursday…

GAME ON! CLUB CHIN CHIN is now open in Geelong.

Opening the door for a one-year pop-up, the restaurant is set to bring Chin Chin’s signature bold, vibrant flavours and…

Come on down to Eileen’s Charcoal Grill, the new steakhouse at Sawyers Arms Tavern

The launch of Eileen’s Charcoal Grill, what is set to be an elegant European-style steakhouse, completes the trilogy of dining…

Sunday’s just got a whole lot better thanks to Nautica by Rydges Geelong

An oasis tucked in the luxurious hotel of Rydges Geelong, Nautica is a culinary showcase of the delectable produce and…

Tastes of Greater Geelong kicks off today. Here’s our guide to the eating event

Culinary celebration, Tastes of Greater Geelong returns today for a huge three-weeks of events. Running Friday 21 June until Sunday…

The Juicy Bar is the perfect blend of freshness

Now, while the Acai bowl is definitely the bar’s top seller, there is a wide range of delicious options to…

Slurp Japanese fried chicken-topped ramen at Hanaya Fusion Café, a real hidden gem in Geelong West

Forte readers, please meet Hanaya Fusion Café. Tucked away between Pako and Shannon Ave, this little gem is one you’re…

4 Pines Brewing Co is turning sweet sixteen, celebrating with a birthday bash

The brew wizards of Torquay known for the cold, crisp core range of beer are celebrating a significant milestone –…

Sawyers Arms Tavern is one of the oldest pubs in Geelong with timeless appeal

Also known as ‘Clats’, it features a beer garden and private function room. Today, Sawyers Arms Tavern is one of…

Queen of the West has a mega bash planned for the King’s Birthday including free pizza today

We’re inching closer and closer towards the long weekend in celebration of the King’s Birthday on public holiday on Monday…

Here’s a list of cafes in the Geelong region open on the King’s Birthday public holiday to get your daily caffeine fix

Here’s a list of places where you can get a takeaway, a snack while you R&R on the long weekend.

Free Doughnuts: Krispy Kreme and Maple Bakery are both giving away free doughnuts tomorrow

It’s a day of celebration – one that sits at the top of Homer Simpson’s drooling calendar – as the…

Union Street Wine Bar calls it quits on Geelong CBD location

The flagship store location of Union Street Wine Bar has today announced it final trading day on 15 June, closing…

Maple Bakery is giving away free donuts today to celebrate their 3rd birthday

Maple Bakery is celebrating a milestone today by treating their customers to a FREE Donut! Celebrating their 3rd birthday, the…

Great Ocean Road Gin and The Gin Kitchen announces closure

Great Ocean Road Gin and onsite restaurant The Gin Kitchen has sadly announced its closure effective immediately, taking to social…

Oh Honey is a treat for the plant lovers, the present givers and the produce passionate.

The Oh Honey space is filled with warmth, laughter, connection, incredible coffee, wholesome food, thoughtful gifts and of course plants!…

La Cachette captures France in Geelong as a bistronomy built for relaxed fine dining

For Owner and Chef Patron Matthew Podbury, it’s the ultimate family-run ‘neighbourhood Bistrot’ – complete with incredible food, and drink…

Belmont’s Archive Wine Bar is a place of bottles and bliss

They say sharing is caring, and this story all started with a love of wine and sharing their collection with…

eureka hotel

Eureka Hotel reopens rooftop with launch party this Friday

Little Malop Street has yet again struck gold. In September of 2023, the 1850 building where stood post-gold rush named…

Beloved Pistol Pete’s Food n Blues to shut its doors after 10 years

In sad news today, Pistol Pete’s Food n Blues have announced via Instagram that they will be closing their doors…

Portarlington Mussel Tours wins Best Seafood Experience at the Victorian Seafood Industry Awards.

Congratulations are in order for the Bellarine’s very own boating seafood experience, Portarlington Mussel Tours, who have taken out the…

 

Subscribe to the
Forte newsletter

Stay up to date with everything going on around your region.