Around the Region: Find festivals and events full of flavour happening this month

Autumn and April are here! It’s when seasonal fruit and vegetables move into hearty territory, when beverage transition from refreshing…

Sandwich spot expands with hot new item

Rebecchi’s swaps sliced bread for buns as the Rutland Street sandwich shop expands their business into a new location and…

Geelong City Market will host the biggest Easter Egg Hunt in Geelong this weekend

Geelong’s Little Malop Street is about to get delightfully decorated with chocolate this Easter, as Geelong City Market gears up…

There’s a foodie festival coming to Geelong that is all about viral aesthetic

Get ready, Geelong, because one massive food festival is about to take over the Showgrounds. Over 50 of the country’s…

Chefs Corner with Eileen’s Charcoal Grill, Head Chef Min Gurung

As the Paul Upham hospitality empire continues to grow in Geelong, we look at the recipes and success of their…

The School Lunchbox Guy, George Georgievski, and celebrated Chef Liran Adika, join Geelong Gluten Free Lifestyle Show

The Gluten Free Lifestyle Show returns to Deakin University’s Waterfront Campus on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 March, bringing with…

Shelter Shed sets the standard for dining in Queenscliff

Housed in a handsome heritage-style building, the restaurant reflects the character of the Bellarine Peninsula while presenting a menu that…

Vallis IGA Hamlyn Heights: A Community Supermarket Built on Quality and Connection

Known for its welcoming atmosphere and range of everyday grocery essentials, Vallis IGA has for decades been more than just…

Beach House Barwon Heads has been reborn as a hospitality hotspot

Housed in the town’s former fire station, this beloved venue has been transformed into a welcoming haven where long lunches,…

A Taste of Torquay: Sticks and Stones Café Blends Comfort and Creativity on the Surf Coast

On any given morning in Torquay, there’s a gentle hum coming from Sticks and Stones Café. It’s the sound of…

Chef’s Corner with The Shared Table, owner and head chef, Di Ray

Welcome to Chefs Corner, where we take you behind-the-scenes into the kitchen of a renowned hospitality establishment in regional Victoria….

Geelong’s Longest Lunch returns, powered by culinary excellence and community

Geelong’s Longest Lunch will return in 2026, offering an afternoon where food, wine, and community converge at one of the…

Calling all romantics: Here’s a list of spots to spend Valentine’s Day

Whether it’s a first date, a new flame, your mainstay love, or a Galentines get together, there’s so much on…

We have your Friday night pizza cravings sorted with Pizzeria Adamo

Pizzeria Adamo in Geelong has quietly carved out a space for itself in the city’s food-lover heart, offering Neapolitan-style pizzas…

Pogo Espresso puts the spring in Bendigo’s step

Pogo Espresso is exactly that kind of place — warm, bright, quietly confident, and fuelled by seriously good coffee. It’s…

Born and Bread Bakehouse is officially in its new home

A much-loved Newtown institution is entering a new chapter today, with Born and Bread Bakehouse officially opening the doors to…

Astray Bar Turns Up the Heat with Summer Margaritas, Pizza Nights and Sunday Sessions

As Geelong slides further into summer, Astray Bar is doing what it does best: leaning into the fun, turning up…

Mona Cicchetti brings Venetian tradition to the Bellarine

On the quiet stretch of Wallington in the heart of the Bellarine, Mona Cicchetti Bar delivers Venetian snacking culture with…

Chef’s Corner with Franca’s Ristorante Executive Chef, John Hornsey

Welcome to Chefs Corner, where we take you behind-the-scenes into the kitchen of a renowned hospitality establishment in regional Victoria….

Take the Edge Off: What’s On at Edge Geelong This Summer

Edge Geelong is serving up sun-soaked days, sizzling nights, and a packed calendar of food, drinks, music, and fun seven…

Melbourne Food and Wine Festival Hits the Open Road with Regional Roadtrip

If your idea of a food adventure involves rolling hills, seaside breezes and wine glasses catching the golden afternoon light,…

Now Open: Some of the newest additions to our the regional gastronomy sector

Regional Victoria is constantly upping the offer when it comes to hospitality! Here are some of the latest hot spots…

Renard is Ballarat’s boogie wonderland

With bistro foods and disco moods, Renard has a vibe that is contagious.  As clever, sleek and playful as its…

Sher Wagyu is a dream supplier of quality meats to regional Victoria and Japan

Since 1991, the Ballan-based beef producers have tapped into the genetics of Wagyu to cultivate the highest quality cattle and…

 

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