Vegan Cafe Feast Geelong is permanently closing after seven years of service

After years of serving up plant-powered goodness, big smiles, and some of the best brunches in town, Feast is preparing…

These festivals and events are coming to Geelong and surrounds in May

There’s something going on this month and I can’t quite put my finger on it. Got any ideas, 2000 Nelly?…

Tequila and tastings: Agave Spirit Week arrives at Geelong’s Daisy Bar

From Wednesday 14th to Sunday 18th May, Daisy is turning up the heat for the second round of their ‘Friends…

Limited edition Grampians Shiraz Barrique up for auction at Grape Escape Festival

The Grampians Winemakers’ Shiraz Barrique Auction is back, and it’s set to offer a rare, limited-edition taste of one of…

Bottomless brunch, fire shows and sword fights: Winter Festival heats up in East Gippsland

this month-long celebration stretches across the entire East Gippsland region—from the snowy High Country of Omeo to the wild coastline…

Sailors’ Rest rooftop goes out with a bang with three massive closing parties

If you’ve been looking for an excuse to rally the crew, crack a can, and hit the dancefloor—this is it….

Squires Loft Torquay and Geelong turns up the heat with fiery flavours and a new winter special

We were lucky enough to get a sneak peek of Tomahawk Sundays: A Fiery Winter Feast — and let’s just…

Stone & Wood are poppin’ up at Pholklore for Easter brews, beats and good times

Stone & Wood have teamed up with the legends at Pholklore this week for a laid-back hang across their Lorne…

Sip, savour and celebrate: Black Sheep Geelong hosts first-ever gin meets wine dinner

This May, the beloved local eatery is hosting its first Gin Meets Wine Dinner, a flavour-packed celebration of two of…

Kids eat free with Armstrong BBQs holiday special

Armstrong BBQ continue to provide the goods, and have today announced their holiday special where kids eat for free! All…

The grand opening of Geelong’s Porter Avenue Pies and Cakes is this weekend

Join the team at Porter Avenues Pies and Cakes for their grand opening extravaganza – we’re talking special events, live…

All You Can Cheese Wednesdays have returned to Splatters

Starting next week, Splatters Cheese bar are bringing back their All You Can Cheese Wednesdays – the perfect chance to…

History tours, Celtic dancing and a huge street fair at The Great Trentham Spudfest 2025

The tiny town of Trentham, nestled high on the Great Dividing Range, is celebrating its rich potato-growing history with a…

TARRA Restaurant: A taste of Queenscliff’s shores

TARRA, headed by the passionate Executive Chef Mike Jaques, is a beachside gem that offers locals and visitors alike a…

Geelong’s first Starbucks opens pit-stop drive through in Waurn Ponds

From Cold Brews and Iced Tiramisu Lattes to White Chocolate Mochas, it’ll be hard to pick which one you’d like…

You heard that right, Armstrong Barbecue’s $5 taco Thursdays continue

Armstrong barbecue are continuing to provide a very important community service; $5 taco Thursdays. If you’re on the lookout for…

Stars and Bars: The epic part winery/brewery tour, part magical mystery bus ride returns

THE CONCEPT Stars & Bars Festival rides again as the epic festival; part winery/brewery tour, part magical mystery musical bus…

Guzman Y Gomez Grovedale is celebrating their official opening with $5 burritos all day

Get ready Grovedale, GYG is bringing the heat! After hearing all the local requests, the team are excited to open…

Ocean views, gorgeous food and a charitable charm; Anglesea’s Lovehouse Dining truly has it all

Plus, for each person who enjoys a meal at Lovehouse, one meal is donated to a food-insecure Australian child in…

Choose your own adventure at the month-long Macedon Ranges Autumn Festival

Revel in nature’s mindfulness, unearthing farm-fresh food and drink adventures across nine charming regional villages at the Macedon Ranges Autumn…

Meredith Dairy’s new paddock to plate experiences not to be missed

The space showcases produce from their farm, offering coffee, local honey, dips and, of course, their renowned marinated goat’s cheese….

The Q Train x Melbourne Food and Wine Festival x Merne: A degustation on rails

Its fine dining degustation on rails is a true adventure, both literally and figuratively. In an exclusive collaboration with the…

Anchors away! Set sail into the weekends with Friday nights at Sailors’ Rest

Overlooking the iconic waterfront, Sailor’s Rest provides an unreal dining experience, here’s your chance to check it out. Set Sail…

Ballarat’s Beard and Stache Competition is the ultimate celebration of facial hair

Set to feature everything from live music and craft beers to whisky tastings and mouth-watering food, the Ballarat Beard &…

 

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