There’s an authentic Vietnamese restaurant opening in Waurn Ponds

If there’s one country that’s absolute heaven for food lovers, it’s Vietnam. With French influence in many of the dishes…

A local winemaker has been named 2020’s Winemaker Of The Year

Providing a bit of good news for the local wine industry, Geelong’s Nick Farr, of Wines By Farr Estate, has…

Apollo Bay Distillery’s Hope Gin is raising awareness and money towards women’s health

October marks thirty-one days dedicated to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. With…

This Pakington Street cafe is gifting locals a new destination for Friday night drinks

Within the blink of an eye, this local coffee shop is set to turn into a bustling bar serving up…

Make the most of your two-hour bookings with these bottomless lunches

A lively weekend feast with plenty of good mates, beautiful chef-cooked eats, free-flowing drinks and no washing up — it’s…

An epic new Cali-Mex restaurant is opening on Pakington Street

If there’s anything good to come out of 2020, it’s got to be the slew of new dining destinations, cafes…

Regional Victorian businesses face huge fines for failing to check the addresses of dine-in customers

Pubs, cafes and restaurants in regional Victoria will be fined close to $10,000 if found guilty of allowing Melbourne visitors…

8 spots to get your hands on Geelong’s best waffles

In the words of Parks and Recreation’s lead character Lesley Knope, “We need to remember what’s important in life. Waffles,…

For the love of our restaurant and bar scene, please show up for your reservation

Being aware of the host of rules around how to behave in a restaurant has always been important. While being…

That’s amore! Che Vuoi Pizzeria Osteria is an Italian restaurant worth the drive

Ah, carbohydrates. You have been through so much; so misunderstood, so unnecessarily vilified. But there are a group of people…

Looking for ways to innovate and survive, two of Geelong’s hospitality veterans have joined forces

Over the last few years, the Little Malop precinct has gained notoriety in Geelong for becoming something of a mini…

There’s a new summer rooftop, outdoor dining destination in Geelong

Lording it over the rest of the city, drink in hand, is truly one of life’s great pleasures. There’s just…

Meet Bob Sugar, the Asian fusion restaurant that’s just opened in Torquay

When it comes to the food and wine scene in regional Victoria, it’s safe to say that we’re pretty damn…

Keen to put your feet up? The legends at Southern Comfort want to gift you ‘The Easiest Day Ever’

If there ever was a time to slow down, chill out and invest in some serious R&R, 2020 is it….

Unwind with Cup A Day Tea, the new tea company from local entrepreneurs

There’s a new kid on the block for self-care, in Cup A Day Tea. The Geelong-Melbourne based tea company is…

Start drooling, you can now get your hands on these loaded waffles in Geelong

We’re more than sure that you’re fully across everything that is the humble waffle, but let us introduce you to…

Torquay’s beachside pop-up bar has reopened for the season

There’s a lot to love about a beachside bar. From un-beatable views, seaside winds, spectacular sunsets and of course cold beverages, a beachside bar is the perfect place to kick back and relax for summer.

Kylie Minogue’s Signature Rosé has landed in Geelong

If there’s two things Australians absolutely adore, it’s Kylie Minogue and Rosé. Since topping the charts with her hit song…

You can now pick up birthday cakes and family pies at Daniel’s Donuts drive thru

Back in March, Geelong residents and Donut lovers went into meltdown when news broke that Daniel’s Donuts were opening up…

A Geelong cafe is now slinging a Nutella ice cream burger and oh golly

You might have indulged in an ice cream sandwich in the past, but have you ever had a crack at…

Nine of the best meal deals you can get in Geelong at the moment

Who doesn’t love a cheeky meal deal to get you through the week?

Fire up the group chat, a pop-up gin and spritz bar is opening in Geelong

Cancel all your plans and fire up the group chat because Geelong has just scored a pop-up gin and spritz…

Bottles & Barrels has teamed up with some of Melbourne’s best restaurants to bring a taste of the city to Geelong

Bottles & Barrels have long been a favourite of ours. If not for their coffee and delicious brunch options, then…

Geelong and Ballarat’s bottomless cocktails events have finally been rescheduled

Earlier this year, we reported that a night of two hours of free-flowing mimosas, margaritas, espresso martinis and even beer…

 

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