That Place Patisserie is a slice of Parisian pleasure in Geelong

The story of That Place Patisserie & Cafe in Geelong’s busy Belmont centre of Mt Pleasant Road is just as…

Ballarat’s Itinerant Spirits validated with Vansetter Vodka limited release launch

Ballarat-based distillery, Itinerant Spirits, have levelled up their value with signature Vansetter Vodka range. Launched over the weekend, the award-winning…

This luxury stay in Ballarat houses impeccable Australian art and fine dining

When heritage is heighten by sophisticated design and delicate details that highlight the architectural allure, you know that pride is…

Port Philip Bay Oysters are pearlers this season

From 2010’s first crack at growing angasis, to growing 80mm plated oysters, Port Philip Bay Oysters are a second chance…

Wine Window: Bannockburn Vineyards favour freshness with their 1314 Shiraz

Barwon Edge Venue Manager Charles Roy goes Golden Plains for his latest drop. The Wine This month I’m drinking the…

Roy Hammond is Ballarat’s hidden hospitality hotspot

Hidden down the colourful umbrella bridged Hop Lane in central Ballarat you will find one of the best cocktail experiences…

Pholklore finds new home in North Geelong

A roadside retreat has rolled into North Geelong’s industrial estate this week. Welcome Café Pho – the newest member of…

Get behind the Geelong Cats this Grand Final at one of these local viewing venues

Whether its saying cheers with a cold one and singing ‘We Are Geelong’ at the siren or drowning the sorrows…

Great Ocean Ducks deliver delicacy to the region

There’s a reason why duck is a feature on most high-end and fine dining restaurants’ menus. The high-protein, nutrient-rich food…

Highton and Newtown sandwich bar giving away AFL Grand Final tickets

The hottest tickets in town are up for grabs thanks to this Latrobe Terrace and Belle Vue venue. Bluebird Sandwiches…

Newtown’s Blank Space owners call it a day

We thought it would be forever, but sadly a sudden departure is imminent for Geelong café owners, Blank Space. Owner…

The Dome Dining experience on Geelong waterfront is in its final week

Modern Australian cuisine creators, Tempo Kitchen & Bar are moving on from their winter menu this week. Accompanying the menu,…

Chef’s Corner: Five Minutes with Tim Foster, Bendigo and Ballarat’s biggest name in hospitality

With Ballarat and Bendigo brimming with excitement on the cultural front this season with Ballarat International Foto Biennale and Bloom…

Around The Region: Your guide to the foodie events happening across the month

Spring sounds the return of seafood, sunshine sessions and blooming fields. Here are some of the spotlight events happening across…

Gin meets jazz in this sultry September event

Smooth jazz meets the bold burn of gin in this special Black Sheep event. On Friday 19 September from 6pm,…

Rebecchi’s and Tulip team up for kitchen takeover

Rutland Street’s very own Rebecchi’s has expanded their relations outside of their bad neighbours. The sandwich and coffee house sharing…

Win a trip to Dublin with Murphys

There’s a deep Irish heritage in Geelong, uplifted by dedicated Aberdeen Street pub, Murphys. Since rebranding and reopening in March…

It’s the Grand Final for beloved Little Malop Street lunch spot

Beloved nutritious bowl masters, Pokè Geelong has announced its closure, opting to not renew the lease on its Little Malop…

Geelong steakhouse emerges with new function space

Emerge Steakhouse made a sizzling start to their dining journey in Geelong. Since emerging on the local Geelong hospitality scene…

The Q Train, Ket Baker add more awards to local hospitality scene

The Bellarine’s fine dining destination and railway experience, The Q Train Bellarine has had a hot streak the last two…

Farm Dog Brewing get tongues wagging with new inner Geelong city location

Wallington based brewery and gin distillery, housed on the same land as McGlashan’s Estate, are making a second home in…

Black Cat Truffles: Unearthing Magic in the Central Highlands

In the misty folds of Wattle Flat, just north of Ballarat, lies a 20-acre patch of enchantment known as Black Cat…

Curlewis Golf Club: A hit of golf and a hole in one on the hospitality front

A triple threat for tea for before and after you tee, hospitality drives the community at Curlewis Golf Club. Claribeaux…

Fiesta finds home at the Federal Mills

Expanding the Hamilton Property Group portfolio at the Federal Mills precinct of North Geelong, MexiCam’s is the newest restaurant and…

 

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