Uncle Donut just changed up the flavours of their donuts, and we’re keen

The home for donuts in Geelong just took things up a notch, introducing a whole new range of flavours to replace the existing (often sold out) varieties.

There’s a new cafe in Inverleigh well worth the road trip

There’s a new cafe in Inverleigh and it’s getting a lot of love from locals and visitors alike.

There’s a cafe in Torquay tomorrow teaching how to make barista level coffees at home

Torquay cafe and roaster Ocean Grind and hosting a class tomorrow on how to make the perfect barista coffee at home.

Furphy tinnies are finally becoming a reality as of mid-April

The people have spoken.

A night of music, good food and local wares is heading to Ocean Grind in Torquay

If you are interested in locally crafted art, good food, drinks and awesome music, then head to Torquay for the Ocean Grind Twilight Market.

A pizza festival is coming to Melbourne next weekend

As part of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, a pizza festival is set to take a slice out of Melbourne.

There’s a new boutique cake shop in Geelong filled with mouth-watering treats

It seems our calls for more dessert places in Geelong have finally been heard with the announcement that Cakesmith have opened in the Geelong CBD.

Regional highlights of the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival

Once a festival with a handful of events, the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival has grown enormously, expanding into a state-wide celebration in March with over 300 events across Victoria.

Eat Local Month: Enjoy the tastes of the Surf Coast

April is set to be the month all about good food, great wine, meeting new people and learning from the growers themselves. Coined as Eat Local Month, this is a month-long food and farming festival that aims to unite food lovers, families, and farmers across various locations and give them the chance to experience the tastes of the Surf Coast and surrounds.

White Rabbit are pairing up with Pana Chocolate to launch a limited Chocolate stout

White Rabbit Barrel Hall in Central Geelong are teaming up with Pana Chocolate for one delicious event.

King of the Castle announces location for new CBD cafe, All the King’s Horses

For fans of King of the Castle on Pakington Street, another venue is on its way (in addition to the Barwon Heads location opened last year).

You can now BYO food on Sunday evenings to Union Street Wine

Where other venues might offer BYO wine, Union Street Wine is doing things a bit differently, and on Sundays the bar is letting punters bring their own feast, whether it’s from home or from a local business.

We stopped by Uncle Donut for a taste test, here’s our verdict

Donut lovers rejoice. Our prayers were answered recently with a dedicated donut store popping up right in the heart of Geelong. Recently our carb-loading love affair with these yummy treats reached new levels when we decided to try out all the donut flavours this month – we know, it’s a tough job, but someone has to do it.

There’s a new ramen bar in Geelong and it looks delicious

Opening yesterday, Sober Ramen is the newest food joint to join the booming Little Malop precinct in Geelong.

The Newest Eateries Around The Region

Another month, another wave of cafe and eatery openings in the region. These are the ones you should know about, whether it’s for a quick feed, a leisurely Sunday lunch or a decent new coffee spot.

Start Cafe is the newest cafe in Ballarat you need to visit

Since opening on Thursday, March 16, Start Cafe has been slinging out coffees and their delicious waffles topped with ice cream and fruit.

Uncle Donut are making a one-off donut to celebrate St.Paddy’s day tomorrow

Amidst celebrating all things Irish this St. Patty’s day, make sure you spare some time from your Guinness to pick up the one-off Uncle Donut’s donut to commemorate the day.

Born and Bread Bakehouse are now making hot x buns, because Easter

Here at the Forte office, we love a good hot x bun, and that’s why we’re pretty stoked Born and Bread Bakehouse are back at it again making the fruit-filled treats.

There’s a dessert bar in Torquay selling everything from donuts to gelato

A sugar lovers paradise has hit Torquay with recently opened business Full Cream Dessert Bar’s arrival on Gilbert St.

Irish Murphy’s in Geelong have a comp to win a parmi a day for a whole year

Every parmi lovers dream come true.

There’s a business in Geelong selling vegan donuts

For those who love the notion of donuts but mightn’t be able to stomach all that sugar, chocolate and dairy, The Cedar Store are making the perfect donuts for you.

Famous Fish is the new business giving a twist on the Australian classic

Famous Fish isn’t just your standard fish and chip joint, instead it’s bringing a fresh outlook on the Australian classic.

Blackman’s Brewery are launching a new beer and it’s set to be a Juicy Banger, literally

Blackman’s Brewery, the local brewers who are all about creating new batches with interesting flavours, have just announced the launch of yet another beer.

Winter’s Cafe is back open for business with a fresh new look

After changing hands recently, Winter’s Cafe shut its doors for a bit of a refresh.

 

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