Bathers is the newest dining and cocktail destination on Geelong’s Waterfront

The days are longer, warmer and brimming with possibilities – yes, Summer is officially here, and we are bursting with…

Nine places to get your ice cream fix in the region

As soon as the temperature jumps up a few degrees, it’s instantly perfect ice cream weather.

Blackman’s Brewery is opening a massive beer bar and brewery in Grovedale

Six years on from launching in Torquay and just weeks after announcing the closure of their much-loved Geelong CBD venue,…

Tuck into a big breakfast at 9 Grams’ new coastal location

With three locations, 9 Grams has become a favourite in Geelong for their tasty coffee, all-day breakfast and jaw-dropping brunch…

Geelong’s Great Australian Beer Festival has officially cancelled their 2021 event

Sad news beer lovers of Geelong – the Great Australian Beer Festival has officially been cancelled for 2021. Can we…

Paper Cup & Co. is the trendy coffee option in an unlikely location

Location, location, location, real estate agents say it so it must be important. However, I don’t believe it can be…

The Ballarat Beer Festival announce date for 2021

It’s almost impossible to pass up a beer festival at the best of times, but when there’s one only an…

There’s an ‘all-you-can-eat’ dumpling night happening on Wednesday

Cancel all plans.

A sports bar slinging cheeseburgers and champagne has popped up in Geelong

There are few things that make us happier than wrapping our hands around a simple cheese-laden, juicy cheeseburger, making a…

A new late-night dive bar has opened on Pakington Street

For Geelong locals who are don’t want to go all fancy-shmancy, prim and proper and just want to put their…

Elysian Fields is the newest moody cocktail bar to greet Geelong

If you’re planning to head out in the city for some drinks this season, the legends over at Bloom have…

Red Noodle Canteen is the Belmont noodle destination you have to check out

In recent times, Belmont residents have been graced with the opening of several new bars and cafés along High Street…

An authentic ramen restaurant and bar has just opened in Waurn Ponds

Tender meat and soft noodles bathing in the juices of a belly-warming broth. Is there anything more satisfying than a…

Nine of our favourite wines to drink (or gift) this Christmas

Well, we made it, sort of… Christmas is near, meaning we can nearly tell 2020 to politely go away and…

A store dedicated entirely to toasties has just opened up in Geelong

There’s not much that can beat a toastie. The mother of all foods (tell me I’m wrong!?), it’s got the…

VN Rolls is the Vietnamese bakery that’s worth going out of your way for

Nestled amongst the Watson Road shopping strip, sitting beside one of the last remaining NQR stores in Geelong is VN…

Geelong’s newest pub has just revealed their opening date

It’s time, Geelong Malt Shovel Taphouse have revealed the opening dates for their freshly renovated new venue – and bookings…

Queenscliff Distillery has taken home awards for each of their gins at the Australian Distilled Spirits Awards

They might be small and local, but they are standing out against most craft distilleries in Australia! Queenscliff’s newest local…

Hot summer days are but a hairwidth away, which can only mean one thing: picnics

Lord knows last winter was dark and full of terrors. Our plans to fly to tropical havens were thwarted. Our…

Hallelujah, The Deck Geelong has won the battle to keep their beer garden

Since its killer make over a couple of year ago, The Deck on Gheringhap Street has quickly become a favourite…

Treat your four-legged friends at this dog bakery that’s just popped up in Belmont

If there’s one thing we love more than treating ourselves to cupcakes and coffee, it’s treating our loyal and fluffy,…

Aussie Convenience is the American candy destination you didn’t know you needed

Ever had a craving for American candy and soft drinks? A new store opening in the Geelong CBD might be…

Lambys are now slinging takeaway bottles of Juddy

The rules and restrictions put in place due to COVID-19 have left us missing many things, but a couple of…

A Geelong wine bar is one of four venues named Australia’s Best by the 2020 Wineslinger Awards

Finding a top-notch wine bar in the country that fits your desires is about as hard as finding your favourite…

 

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