Little Creatures Geelong remain kings of the craft brew crew

With a save the date having just surfaced for the annual day of glazed and kilned ware, Geelong Ceramics Market…

Felix becomes a brunch spot

In exciting news on the Geelong hospitality front, favourite foodie spot Felix Restaurant has launched a new brunch menu. The…

Around The Region: Your guide to food and drink events happening this month

August events are rolling in, celebrating rich reds, crisp ales and sweet treats. Here are some of the spotlight events…

Your guide to the new foodie residents in regional Victoria

Regional Victoria is a melting pot of hospitality with cafes, fine dining, wineries, bakeries and specialist cuisine restaurants booming across…

Bellarine Distillery are hosting a whiskey tasting from the comfort of your own home

Specialists in craft gin and whisky, Bellarine Distillery are bringing their tasting experience from their renowned The Whiskery into your…

Mano Deli makes its mark on the community

Shannon Avenue is not just a peak-hour panic for local traffic. Connecting the north to the south of Geelong the…

Gothic goldfields to dogs on screens, regional Victoria has an eclectic mix of festivals on this month

Let’s not curl up and sleep the day away like our feline friends – the state is alive with festivals,…

Bellarine’s The Q Train impresses international audiences on television cooking competition

The Bellarine’s culinary railway experience, The Q Train, has been keeping some of its dining guests a secret. Last December,…

A slow food and distillery tour is taking travellers into the hidden lanes of Ballarat

Most experienced traveller’s have an epic story of discovery etched into their travel diary; one where they are wandering through…

Beloved baked event, Ballarat’s Best Pies returns this August

Who knew that the world of pies would be so diverse? Ballarat is in the know, holding an annual competition…

A collaborative celebration of shiraz is happening at Provenance Wines this winter

Nothing warms the cockles quite like a full-bodied blend of rich, red shiraz. To sip, to savour and to share,…

Mac Forbes brings the soul of Yarra Valley wine to Geelong this July

Mac Forbes Wine Tasting Experience with Mac Forbes promises an intimate exploration of Yarra Valley wine through the lens of…

Entrecôte, MoVida and Marmont are all coming to Mt Buller this winter

Renowned hospitality group Tommy Collins is bringing Melbourne’s culinary heavyweights to Mt Buller this winter season. The Tommy Collins Winter…

Blackman’s Brewery’s Winter Bar Sessions fights the cold with free pool and mulled cider

Blackman’s Winter Bar Sessions officially kicks off tonight with a launch party perfect for battling Geelong’s chilly winter weather. The…

Nights out just got a little more Manhattan, now open five days a week

Now open five nights a week Manhattan Bar is ready to serve up good vibes, cold drinks, and late-night debauchery….

Tastes of Greater Geelong 2025: A winter celebration of flavour

This mid-winter festival offers a diverse and delicious program that invites locals and visitors alike to explore the tastes, traditions,…

Anther Distillery: where science meets spirit and flavour

Founded by the dynamic duo Dervilla McGowan (a scientist with a PhD in Microbiology, no less) and Sebastian Reaburn (a…

Bottomless lunches are here, and Two Noble just gave your weekend plans an upgrade

Running every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12pm, this isn’t just lunch — it’s 1.5 hours of indulgent eats and…

melbourne museum star wars

Melbourne Museum is going full Jedi with Australia’s first star wars Galactic Café

This isn’t just your regular themed café with a couple of Chewbacca cupcakes and a stormtrooper milkshake. Oh no. The…

Rochford Wines

Wine, woodfired pizza and free tunes – Rochford Wines extends its Saturday night live music series

Kicking off this May and rolling all the way through to the start of spring, Rochford’s teaming up once again…

National Celtic Folk Festival

Ireland takes the stage: Culture Ireland brings top talent to National Celtic Folk Festival 2025

What’s the Craic? This year’s lineup brings together a vibrant mix of international and national talent, guaranteed to get you…

At The Heads throws a final fling before major renovations

Yep, it’s official; the iconic Barwon Heads venue is closing its doors in June for some long-overdue renovations. But before…

La Fiera Italian Festival 2025: A weekend of food, fun and festa in Myrtleford

La Fiera Italian Festival is back for its 17th year, and it’s bringing a whole lot of la dolce vita…

An Ink and Drink pop-up is coming to The Edge Geelong for tattoos and tipples 

Love tattoos but not quite ready to commit to the needle? Or maybe you’ve just been looking for the perfect…

 

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