Beloved late-night dessert bar Armageddon Cake announces plans to return to Geelong

How good is heading to a dessert bar and indulging in the sweetest of treats? How long is a piece…

Tucked away in North Geelong, Anchors Rest Cafe is a cosy and welcoming space for pre-travel nourishment

Renowned local hospitality veteran Lucky Thapliyal has been caffeinating and spoiling Geelong residents and visitors with spot-on housemade eats from…

Hop-A-Long Geelong is the epic new craft beer festival hitting central Geelong in April

Hail to the ale: Geelong beer lovers have just been blessed with a brand-new craft beer festival in a salute…

‘Reaching across the barrier’: plant-based cafe Feast celebrates five years of business in Geelong

Just a few years ago, Eileen Sims was a copywriter running a raw vegan cooking school on the side. Now,…

Valhalla Taproom announces temporary closure due to significant venue damage

Geelong-based brew legends Valhalla Brewing has been dealt a massive blow this month, with the venue announcing a temporary closure due…

An espresso martini festival is taking over Australian venues this month

Pubs across Australia will be celebrating one of the country’s favourite cocktails with the Espresso Martini Festival from 13th–19th March,…

‘It’s real and alive’: Pistol Pete’s Food n Blues celebrates nine-year milestone this March

On a quiet Little Malop Street, Pistol Pete’s Food n Blues made waves when it first opened in 2014, and…

Coming Soon: Franklin and Friends will soon open their coffee caravan ‘Little Franklin’ – at the foot of the Grampians in Dunkeld

Little Franklin will focus on simplicity in all it does, noticeable in a tight menu of coffee, pastries and sandwiches….

Geelong cafe Blank Space transforms into a bustling NYC diner with new “SOHO Nights”

After first opening three years ago, Blank Space has proven itself a gem of the daytime cafe scene, providing delicious…

Ed Sheeran launches his own hot sauce with Tingly Ted’s

Ed Sheeran’s new hot sauce, called Tingly Ted’s, is set to hit the shelves later this year. The product will…

Hecho En Mexico is bringing lip-smacking street-style Mexican food (and tequila) to Ballarat

Margaritas, sangria, Mezcal Palomas, Chilaquiles, tacos… this and more is what you can expect at Hecho En Mexico‘s newest venue…

The best rooftop bars in Geelong for beautiful views and sky-high drinking

There’s just something so alluring about a rooftop bar. Whether it’s drinking with some of the most beautiful views of…

Central Geelong’s Bake Off returns in March and registrations are now open

Dust off your aprons, mixing bowls and piping bags: the Central Geelong Bake Off is back for the first time…

A wine festival is coming to The Geelong Club in March, bringing along more than 100 wines to taste

In some exciting news for this wine-loving readers, here’s another sign that our thriving regional city is moving up in…

Mulita BBQ to close its North Geelong venue, announce plans for Mount Duneed

Having earned themselves a solid reputation for American BBQ with fresh and vibrant Mexican influences out in North Geelong for…

A mouthwatering international dumpling festival is heading to Melbourne next month

There’s something so joyful about biting into a dumpling. Personally, I think it’s all about the mystery – you can’t…

Heads up, Murphys is hosting a free rooftop Gin Festival this weekend

Enjoy Geelong’s finest views whilst sipping on your favorite G&T.

The Sporting Globe Geelong are slinging unlimited chicken wings

However fancy you think you are, it’s no secret that most people love aiming their face at a sticky, deep-fried…

Sit Down & Shut Up: Karen’s Diner is opening a pop-up experience in Geelong this May

Following news last year that Karen’s Diner was coming to Malop Street in early 2023, it’s now been revealed that…

The legends at 18th Amendment Bar have created their very own gin

Raising the bar on cocktail offerings and creating epic experiences like we have never had before, Geelong’s famed 1920s Prohibition-style…

Celebrate International Margarita Day with 10,000 free cocktails from bars across the country

Get ready to raise your glasses because International Margarita Day is here! To celebrate this delightful occasion, tequila brand Altos…

Tastes of Rutherglen returns with 17 wineries, masterclasses, music and more than 200 wines to taste

The Winemakers of Rutherglen’s annual Tastes of Rutherglen festival will return on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 March 2023 (Labour…

This Geelong cafe is slinging award-winning coffees this week for just $3

Nestled in a tiny hole-in-the-wall location, Cool Cool Cool has become an institution for locals and a destination for visitors…

Here’s where you can still score a booking for Valentine’s Day in the Geelong region

Ah February 14, you’re back again! If you’re currently scrambling around to find somewhere to take your partner for Valentine’s…

 

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