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…

A heavenly ice creamery has opened up in the heart of Ocean Grove

UPDATE OCT 2021: After having their doors closed for the winter months, the good humans at Paradise Parlour are opening…

Café Bear and Scoobs move to spacious new location

Whether you need a business-friendly brunch or a lazy central Sunday hotspot, North Geelong’s Café Bear and Scoobs have become…

Made with love, Crublet Macarons is bringing the French classic to your doors with an Aussie twist

All the way from France, these sweet and delicate cookies are not a treat to miss. Oh, so flavourful cookies…

In case you missed it, Geelong’s new gin distillery has opened its doors

If you needed further proof that gin was having a serious moment, then the opening of Anther Distillery in Geelong…

Keep cool and caffeinated, Jameson have released a limited-edition cold brew

Frothy cappuccinos, creamy lattes and nuclear-strength espressos are the basic requirements to get us through the week, but when the…

The beloved beer advent calendar is back, and this year it’s all about supporting independent breweries

Cheers to 24 days of booze!

This chocolate alfajores recipe, with dulce de leche, is the ultimate sweet treat

If you’ve ever travelled to South America, or you’ve had the pleasure of experiencing the foodie delights one way or…

KAIJU! Beer are offering a year’s supply of booze

For everyone out there who has been sipping their way through iso, sneaky trips to the bottleshop have probably become…

Bloody ripper, Little Creatures Canteen will reopen next week

Geelong’s most iconic venue Little Creatures Brewery has announced the reopening of its beloved canteen. Since the Little Creatures team…

Need an excuse to drink some gin? Aussie distilleries are attempting to break a gin tasting Guinness World Record

Gin lovers unite. The crew from Gintonica, curators of Aussie craft distillers, are leading the charge in an attempt to…

Get a sneak peek inside Bobby Dre’s on Pakington Street

Please give a warm welcome to Bobby Dre’s, the super fresh restaurant and bar that will blow your socks off….

Amidst a pandemic, these five locals launched their small businesses – and thrived in doing so

Starting a new business can be extremely hard at the best of times, but it’s even tougher when you’re doing…

The beloved Tastes of Central Geelong festival has been named Victoria’s Best Regional Event

With hundreds of activities on offer, it doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned foodie or a new-found food lover, young…

This new ‘food hall’ is slinging doughnuts, burgers, tacos, cheese toasties, hotdogs and more, all under one roof in Geelong

Picture this: you’re sitting at home in your best pyjamas, wine in one hand and Netflix remote in the other….

This unique Tasmanian-based Japanese restaurant is opening in Geelong

Soon to call Geelong’s CBD home, Kosaten Japanese Restaurant has made a name for itself in Tasmania for taking dining…

 

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