If you love fish and chips as much as we do, cruise on down to Highton Fish & Chips.

What really sets this local fish and chippery apart from the rest however is the abundance of gluten-free options across the menu.

The Gluten Free Expo is returning to Melbourne

Bringing together Australia’s best gluten-free pioneers, the expo is boasting a mouthwatering smorgasbord of food products otherwise inaccessible to the average gluten intolerant person.

Tuck into some backyard goodness

Located in the heart of Geelong on one of our liveliest streets, Backyard Cafe has become a local favourite, renowned for their silky house brews and a colourful all-day menu that builds on the classics.

Geelong’s own Shinya Ramen is earning a reputation as the best ramen outside of Japan

Tender meat and soft noodles bathing in the juices of a belly-warming broth. Is there anything more satisfying than a clean slurp of ramen? No, we don’t think there is…

Golden Dragon Yum Cha is your one-stop for an an authentic Chinese experience in the heart of Geelong

Golden Dragon offers a wide variety across their menu, ranging from casual yum cha meals to extensive special banquets.

Bay View Bar & Grill is the place to drink and dine this Spring

Nothing takes a meal to the next level like views out over the water.

Splatters is the rolling eatery version of a cheese-lover’s mecca

If ever there was a line worth waiting in, it would be this one – and you’ll be able to this summer when Splatters hits the festival circuit.

El Santo is nacho regular Mexican restaurant

Head to El Santo for a festive dining experience like no other. Sombreros optional.

Burger Bar 3217 is the newest burger joint in town

The sauce is strong with this one…

The Village Door Café is bringing happiness to Pakington Street through culinary delights

Boasting authentic home-made recipes with genuine European chefs from all different backgrounds, everything is prepared fresh in their kitchen and is made with love.

You’ll never regret a quick detour to The Cheesecake Shop

Some things in life are just better together. Bert and Ernie. Gin and tonic. Cheese and cake.

The pastry chef instagram account you need to follow

A word of caution, though: don’t check out this page on an empty stomach.

Donuts of the region

With the fandom of free donuts, specialty stores and the innate ability to revert everyone to their six-year-old self when the treats are in presence, you could say there’s something special about the hole-y dessert.

Geelong Vape Co and the Exchange bring you an Exclusive Bourbon and Vape Evening

It’s tough to argue, Bourbon is the finest whiskey there is, or as people like to call it, sweet liquid gold.

Here’s a few of our favourite cheap eats

It’s hard being a foodie on a budget.

Little Creatures releases refreshed IPA

The permanent release is the latest beer to come out of the Fremantle brewery this year, replacing its current British-style IPA.

Here are five reasons to check out House Iberia

If you haven’t been to House Iberia yet (shame on you), here are our top five reasons as to why you should check it out, stat.

Geelong’s Sporting Globe unveil their revamped beer garden

This year there’s a good chance the Cats might be fighting for the trophy, and the Sporting Globe have just given you another reason to make tracks to the pub on that special September day (and any day really) with the recent launch of their revamped outdoor beer garden.

Blackman’s Brewery is heading to Ocean Grove

Permanently.

Toast to the Coast tickets are now on sale

Get in quick as they are expected to sell out.

Calling all wine lovers, BAIE Wines have a treat for you this weekend

We’ll cheers to that.

There’s a month long Hot Chocolate Festival happening right now

You’re welcome chocolate lovers!

New home for the Great Australian Beer Festival Geelong

This new, central location – just a short walk from Geelong station – will offer easier access for visitors and has plenty of accommodation and nightlife options for those kicking on afterwards.

There’s a new place slinging hot coffee and tasty treats from a takeaway window

The aptly named Hole in the Wall Coffee Shop opened up their little takeaway window for business in March this year.

 

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