Fat Cookie is opening its own store in Drysdale selling giant, delicious loaded cookies

After taking on the mouth-watering cookie-delivery market with its thick, New York-style cookies, Fat Cookie is officially opening its first…

After seven years, Geelong fine-dining restaurant IGNI announces ‘indefinite break’

The venue itself might be hidden, the name IGNI has become well known amongst those immersed in the Victorian dining scene,…

The 18th Amendment Bar brings back exclusive masterclasses, and our eyes are on WhistlePig Distillery Rye July 

Nestled in the heart of Geelong, the famed 1920s Prohibition-style cocktail bar, 18th Amendment Bar, stands as a hidden gem…

A spectacular international street food festival is taking over Port Melbourne in July

Get ready for a gastronomic extravaganza as Port Melbourne’s comes alive with the delicious fumes wafting from street-style food –…

Now open: Brown Deli brings bagels, Korean twists, toasties and coffee to Geelong’s Waterfront

Tucked away on Geelong’s Waterfront, Brown Deli is the new pint-sized cafe to draw in the locals with its Korean-inspired…

‘We’ve still got it’: Beloved bakery in Ocean Grove Rolling Pin Pies and Cakes is making two of Australia’s best pies

Following the wildly successful run at last year’s Baking Association of Australia’s annual competition, taking out the much-coveted title of Australia’s…

Wildfire Craft BBQ is teaming up with Big Don’s Smoked Meats for an epic Texas barbecue collab in Geelong

Over the past few years, Wildfire Craft BBQ has been devoted to churning out the best all-American, slow-cooked, tangy barbecue…

Donut King is giving away free hot cinnamon donuts this Friday

Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth because Donut King is celebrating National Donut Day in the most delightful way…

Geelong’s FlourBoy is giving away free crème brûlée donuts this Friday

International Donut Day is coming in hard and fast, arriving on Friday June 2 and giving sweet tooths an excuse…

Mount Moriac Hotel is a charming country pub with honest food, loads of atmosphere, live music and free camping

Once a simple stop for stagecoaches and riders, the Mount Moriac Hotel was and still is a charming destination for…

Geelong waterfront favourite Bay View Bar & Grill opens new venue in Portarlington

Nothing takes a meal to the next level like views out over the water. Taking pride in its place on…

Krispy Kreme is giving away 100,000 free original glazed doughnuts this Friday

Donut lovers rejoice: This Friday, 2 June, is National Doughnut Day (that’s right, those doughy, sugary, glazed little round works…

Geelong’s retro-inspired dumpling bar is now doing ‘Bottomless Bahjong’ every Sunday

Geelong’s newest dumpling diner and bar Bahjong has quickly established itself as a go-to dining destination in Geelong since opening…

Sizzling Delights: The Best Steak Nights in Geelong

Calling all steak lovers! Geelong is home to some fantastic dining spots that serve up mouthwatering steaks that are sure…

Four Pillars launches Bloody Shiraz and Bloody Pinot Noir Gins, announces first-ever Bloody Midwinter Gin Festival

With winter all but officially here, it’s time to embrace life in the longer, cooler evenings with cosy conversations, multiple…

Mulita BBQ are bringing a Texas Barbecue Pop-Up to Austin’s Winery this winter

While we might still be hurting from the loss of a permanent Mulita BBQ outpost in North Geelong and their…

Get your claws into all-you-can-eat Filipino Silog at Geelong’s seafood boil restaurant

For lovers of all things flavour and seafood feast, Kalye Marinas Cafe and Seafood Hub has become a must-visit in…

Indulge in All-You-Can-Eat at Yakiniku Hachibeh, Torquay’s Japanese Barbeque Joint

If you’re looking for a lavish new all-you-can-eat dining experience with high-grade beef sizzled over red-hot charcoal grills, Yakiniku Hachibeh…

Heathcote on Show: Heathcote’s massive three-day Wine & Food Festival returns in June

Heathcote’s biggest annual event, Heathcote on Show is returning in 2023 with a huge lineup for wine lovers on the…

The Barwon Edge Boathouse has closed its doors after nearly 18 years in Newtown

In a devastating revelation to the local community, the beloved Barwon Edge Boathouse has closed its doors, 17 and a…

The Ultimate Pinot Affair Weekend: Top Events to Experience in Geelong this weekend

Get ready to immerse yourself in a celebration of all things Pinot Noir as Geelong hosts the highly anticipated Pinot…

A massive two-day donut festival is coming to Melbourne in June and we’re here for it

The Queen Victoria Market is well known as a donut hot spot – those jam-filled delights from the American Donut…

After Dark: 1915 and Anther Spirits are hosting an immersive Winter Solstice dining experience

Whether you’re a fan of winter or wish it would go away, you can’t deny the beauty of the Winter…

Pit Stop Lorne brings a retro American beach diner experience to Apollo Bay

Prepare your taste buds for a delicious journey as Pit Stop Lorne, renowned for its mouthwatering dishes and top-notch service,…

 

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