Time for a cocktail, hospitality veteran Gorge Camorra is opening a third venue in Little Malop Street

Ok, deep breathes Geelong, ‘cause we’re just a little bit excited that the creator of two of our favourite cocktail…

For seriously good no-fuss ramen, head to Geelong’s Shinya Ramen for a true Japanese experience

Shinya is a traditional ramen restaurant that boasts an expert Japanese chef with a passion for his craft. Dishing up…

Meet Bùn u Bakery: A bakery dedicated entirely to bánh mì in Geelong

Say goodbye to those homemade soggy sandwiches and a big hello to delicious lunchtime bánh mì – AKA the most…

Nestled in Geelong’s James Street sits Manhattan Bar, your go-to for a weekend drink

Manhattan Bar, The 18th Amendment‘s younger and more laid-back sister will have you sipping on craft beers, cocktails and quality…

Forget getting on the beers, these enticing spirits from Newy Distillery will have you reaching for more

Founded by Luke and Kimberly Storey, this boutique distillery first began brewing in the Storey’s household shed. Flash forward two gorgeous…

Torquay’s boozy spritz company Coast up the ante with new ‘Party Hard Seltzer’

Hard seltzers have, arguably, become the drink of summer, and just because summer is over, it doesn’t mean we can’t…

Harcourt Applefest returns, celebrating harvest time in the heart of Victoria’s apple country

Is there any fruit more versatile than the humble apple? Apple crumble, apple pie, baked apple, apple muffins, apple cider,…

Chopsticks at the ready, Tasmanian-based Japanese restaurant Kosaten opens in Geelong

Back in March last year after months of delays, Kosaten Japanese Restaurant officially called Geelong’s CBD home, taking over the…

From the coast to the city, Bells Beach Brewing is bringing craft beer back to Geelong’s most-loved laneway

Earning themselves a solid reputation for their brewery and taproom on the Surf Coast, which has become a real hidden…

Pakington Street restaurant Zigfrids Dining Hall & Bar has closed its doors

Settled on the north side of Pakington Street in Geelong West, Zigfrids has been a prime dinner date destination for…

A dedicated dog bakery is opening on Pakington Street

There’s nothing we love more than exploring all the little eateries sprinkled within Geelong’s centre of cosmopolitan lifestyle and multiculturalism,…

Treat yourself, the Surf Coast’s indulgent Ice Cream Festival has been extended

The annual celebration of all things cool and creamy from the good people at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie &…

Six of the best beer gardens in Geelong

It’s a warm Saturday arvo and you and the friends are all miraculously free and in need of refreshments. Where…

Celebrate the women in your life at this waterfront Diamond Party

International Women’s Day (March 8) is all about women supporting women, celebrating achievements and looking at what we can do…

A new alternative club night is launching in Geelong this week

Keen to make the most of your nights and hit the dance floor this year, but the usual chest-thudding beat…

There’s a festival dedicated entirely to ricotta happening this weekend

If you’re a regular reader of Forte, you’d be well aware of our love affair with anything cheesy. So when…

Celebrate the end of summer with live music, fresh seafood and good vibes at Apollo Bay Seafood Festival’s End of Summer Block Party

Is there a better way to end the week than by sipping wine, listening to live music and tasting the…

Get a taste of Geelong’s rich culinary diversity at Pako Festa’s reimagined foodie festival

It’s just one week to go until Pako Festa – the largest free celebration of cultural diversity in Australia, deeply…

Heads up, a late-night bar featuring a cheese train is opening on Pakington Street in an Australian-first

In the only news you need to hear this week, a new late-night ‘cheese worshipping’ restaurant and bar is planning…

Wash the week away at The Elephant & Castle with their elevated pub-feeds and live bands

As the nights get longer and warmer (finally), and the possibility of travel is finally back on the table, there…

Cafes are giving away free coffees today for Random Acts of Kindness Day

If there’s anything the last 12 months have proven, it’s that a little kindness can make a big difference in…

The local foodies delivering lockdown comfort food to your doors

Victorian venues have had to revert to a takeaway and delivery model once again, and it’s our duty to do…

Six of the coolest Regional Coffee Roasters

The World’s coffee capital is home to some of the most awesome roasters and bean makers, today we’re diving into…

BKK Boy Thai is the new Pakington Street Thai spot you have to check out

Situated on the lower end of Pakington Street in BKK Boy Thai, a new-ish Thai joint that opened last July,…

 

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