There’s a ‘Mean Girls’ themed high tea happening in September

The Brunch Club is bringing pink back again. This unique high tea experience is coming to Evie’s Disco Diner on…

The three-day Wild Harvest Seafood Festival returns to regional Victoria this year

The stunning East Gippsland town of Mallacoota is bringing back its seafood festival for 2022, encouraging visitors from all over…

Holy Water is the new three-day boutique distillery festival heading to the region this month

Head north-east this month and dive into the best of the local booze scene with Melbourne’s new three-day craft distillery…

Time for a roadtrip: A Maxibon drive-thru is coming to Victoria slinging free ice cream waffle sandwiches

Why walk and burn precious calories when you can drive to get ice-cream waffle sandwiches for breakfast? To celebrate the…

The best wineries, distilleries, breweries and hot spots to visit on the Bellarine, all just a stone’s throw away

The lesser-known western cousin of the Mornington Peninsula, the Bellarine Peninsula is the ultimate blend of luxury, relaxation, indulgence and…

Award-winning pizza veterans Shannon Pizza is all about delivering simple yet seamlessly executed pizzas 

There’s not a lot that a good pizza can’t fix. Perhaps one of our most favourite, versatile foods – with…

Geelong’s 6Ft6 is hosting a car boot sale and a Japanese taco pop-up this weekend

A favourite for wine lovers in the Moorabool Valley and surrounds (renowned for being a great region for pinot noir), Austin’s…

A ‘dining in the dark’ experience is coming to Geelong this year

After selling out in multiple cities across Australia, Westend on Little Malop Street in Geelong will turn off the lights…

Fat Cookie is hosting a pop-up stall for one day only featuring delicious giant loaded cookies

It was around this time last year that we were introduced to the epic creation of Fat Cookie, the local business…

Wildfire Craft BBQ is Geelong’s new home of slow-cooked, high-quality Texas-style barbecued meat

That’s the motto at Geelong’s newest Texas-style barbecue restaurant Wildfire Craft BBQ.  Opening its first venue this July, dedicated to…

Geelong’s home of free Drag Shows and gluten-free eats, Recess, just dropped an epic new Spring menu

This multi-level eatery and wine bar (with one killer rooftop courtyard), courtesy of hospitality veteran and owner Andrew Steere, is…

There’s an indulgent month-long Hot Chocolate Festival coming to the Coast

The winter months in this region were made for cosying up with a cup of hot chocolate. Gone are the…

Mulita BBQ is dishing out $1 chicken wings on Thursdays in Geelong

Chicken wings are one of life’s greatest joys. There’s just something about aiming our faces at a sticky, deep-fried chicken…

Australia’s intentionally rude restaurant, Karen’s Diner, is coming to Geelong

About a month ago, we reported that the famed Karen’s Diner, which markets itself on rude service, was so popular…

The Brew Merchants: The new local business bringing a slice of the European craft beer scene to Geelong

There’s no denying that regional Victoria’s best pubs have seriously upped their beer game in the last handful of years,…

Deep End is the new Victorian pizza place with Chicago-style stuffed deep-dish pizza ‘rarely seen in Australia’

Deep End, remember the name Fitzroy pizza fans. They’re a new pizza parlour with an American focus that base their…

Here’s a list of the best high teas in and around the Geelong region

Have you ever wanted to treat yourself to a proper, formal High Tea? There are plenty of amazing venues to…

A Victorian pizza has been named Australia’s Best at the World Pizza Championships in Italy

With more than 750 pizzaiolos from around the world competing over three days at the World Pizza Championships in Italy,…

One to try: A vibrant, coastal Vietnamese restaurant nestled within Geelong’s cultural epicentre ‘Pako’

After a successful launch in the popular beachside town of Torquay, the owners have leaned on the old adage ‘if…

One to try: Funk Café by Botanical Brew, an oasis for lovers of baked goods, coffee and treats

Nestled inconspicuously amongst the Shannon Avenue shopping village is Funk, a little oasis for lovers of baked goods, paired with…

Geelong’s Little Creatures is hosting a hearty Christmas in July feast this winter

Unlike the winter wonderlands you see in all the Christmas Netflix movies, Christmas in Australia is all about backyard barbeques,…

A guide to the best vegan and plant-based eats in Geelong and surrounds

Whether you’re a vegan from way back or you’re a newbie trying to switch to a more plant-based lifestyle, Geelong…

Proving the region unstoppable, Jack Rabbit Vineyard crowned Best Restaurant in a Winery across Victoria and Tasmania

Following the news that a local Greek restaurant has been named the best Greek restaurant across Victoria and Tasmania, the…

Mavs Greek Restaurant has officially been named the best Greek restaurant in Victoria and Tasmania

If there’s one thing Greeks are known for, it’s putting on a truly spectacular spread. Healthy and hearty, boasting mezze,…

 

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