Mount Duneed coffee spot Cups Canteen is hosting an event dedicated to dachshunds this weekend

Dachshund. Dachsie. Wiener-Dog. Whatever you want to call ’em, we know you love ’em. Whether it’s because of a Dachshunds’…

Meet Brother Lawrence, a dedicated bagel, bread and coffee bar in Newtown 

Inside the historic wool mill, host to Geelong’s dedicated art space Boom Gallery, Anglesea’s Michael Lobbe has transformed the space…

Special ’30 Under 30 Gala Dinner’ celebrates Victoria’s Best Chefs Under 30, including Igni’s Bianca Johnston 

While the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival (MFWF) official festival run has been and gone, the epic foodie festival is…

Coastal favourite MoVida Lorne permanently closes its doors

A name renowned across Melbourne for its traditional flair and flavour, which owner Frank Camorra has brought to the Surf…

Scottish craft brewery BrewDog is opening its second Aussie bar in an iconic Victorian prison 

Three years after launching its Brisbane taphouse, Iconic Scottish craft brewery BrewDog is teaming up with Aus Venue Co (the…

Get on the beers with these epic burger and bottomless beer and seltzer Sunday sessions

A classic combo.

Geelong’s Winter Shiraz Weekend returns for two days of full-bodied reds, degustations, masterclasses, live music and more

As the temperature drops, rich, full-bodied red wines are the perfect choice to warm you up. While you might be…

A brilliant little pop-up dishing out A-Grade pho has opened on the Bellarine 

No matter where you live in Geelong, a steaming hot bowl of top-notch pho is never far away. But out…

Celebrate World Gin Day at Geelong’s Anther Distillery with an epic G&T Degustation this weekend

The international celebration of our favourite botanical-based spirit, World Gin Day, is coming up and the local legends over at…

Beloved bakery in Ocean Grove crowned the title of Australia’s Best Pie for the second year in a row

Any Geelong local or general Victorian pie enthusiast knows Rolling Pin Pies and Cakes as one of the best (if…

Strato Melbourne is Melbourne’s striking new 140 metre-high, 360 degree venue in the clouds

After five years of planning and development, Yarra Hotel Group has finally set an opening date for its brand new…

With piping hot bowls of tenderly-cooked ramen, Shinya Ramen is a slice of Japan transported to the Surf Coast

A good bowl of ramen is a marriage of a few very special things: belly-warming broth, tare (seasoning), soft noodles…

Belmont’s favourite coffee spot Paddington Cafe to double as late-night bar, serving fine booze and delicious eats

Since opening at its first location in September 2020, Paddington Cafe captured Geelong’s attention, with the Belmont community quick to…

It’s National Donut Day today, here’s where to stock up on doughy, sugary treats in Geelong

Donut lovers rejoice.

Little Creatures Geelong is launching new Ezy Az beer this Friday – and are giving away 100 free beers to celebrate

If you’re anything like us, after a long week at work you don’t mind kicking back with a few beers at…

Tastes of Central Geelong returns for 2022, celebrating the region’s rich and diverse culinary scene with countless events

That’s right, the annual Tastes of Central Geelong returns like a phoenix from the ashes with a monumental-sized program this…

Portarlington Grand Hotel opens highly-anticipated front bar and bistro, opens booking for new accommodation

In one of the most exciting renovations in the region, the Portarlington Grand Hotel is continuing to deliver on all…

It’s International Burger Day this weekend, here’s where to find a good one in the Geelong region 

It’s one of the most important days of the year. International Burger Day is going down this weekend on Saturday,…

Local regional Victorian brewery cleans up at Australian International Beer Awards

Located in the pristine natural environment of the Otway, one of the world’s only coast temperate rainforests, Prickly Moses Brewery…

Now Open: A hybrid fish and chippery and Hawaiian Pokè shop brightens up Pakington Street 

Taking over the iconic spot formerly known as Rajs On Pako, Boss Burger owners Tim Harrison and Jamie Kolovos have…

New Zealand’s famed Botswana Butchery has opened an opulent three-level restaurant in Victoria

Opening in May, Botswana Butchery invites you to three levels of dining that includes sunken dining rooms, large feature staircase,…

A new café finds its place in Geelong’s CBD offering a huge range of breakfast and lunch options

Opening in the middle of May, Kaldero Café is the perfect place to indulge in delicious Modern Australian and Asian…

A fair dedicated to our love of strawberries is happening in Wallington this weekend

After two slow years, Wallington’s Strawberry Festival is back. Jam-packed with juicy strawberry goodness, this is bound to appeal to everyone. Featuring…

Geelong CBD cafe and restaurant, Ebony and Ivory, has closed its doors

Known for its locavore Italian dishes in an artful site with a fireplace, banquettes and an outdoor terrace, Ebony and…

 

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