Below the Flinders Lane hustle and bustle in a subterranean space, Otōto – younger brother in Japanese – is an underground Izakaya-style dining experience, from the team behind the esteemed Akaiito restaurant, newly launched in Melbourne. Otōto’s lush and beautiful interiors are a nod to the site’s historic existance as a colonial-era bank vault, incorporating […]
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Following the new leasehold of ‘The Duck’ by the team behind Hobsons Bay Hotel, the venue is set for a refit comprising an 84-seat dining room in the open plan style, public bar and outdoor beer garden. Situated at 64 Bendigo Street, Prahran, the new venue plans to reopen its doors in September for functions […]
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From the team behind Park Street Pasta & Wine (PSPW) in South Melbourne, Osteria Renata is a new Italian you will find on High Street, Prahan, hotly anticipated with ‘osteria’ meaning “a small place serving wine and simple food”. The venue design was overseen by Nick Cox of Projects of Imagination, and sees new banquettes […]
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Located on level one of iconic Melbourne restaurant, Longrain, Longsong has reopened the doors. The expansive Thai-inspired cocktail bar and events space, stylishly set in a converted horse stable from the 1900s, is a sophisticated space and ideal spot for cruisy get togethers with tunes in the background. Overlooking Little Bourke Street and with flickering […]
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The 7th location for the 400 Gradi restaurant has opened on Deakin Avenue in Mildura. Celebrating Italian cuisine, the restaurant features the Zero Gradi Gelateria and Dessert Bar and Gradi’s Italian delicatessen concept Gradi Mercato. Johnny Di Francesco has partnered with co-owner and local resident Michael Sarrou in the venture, who previously ran Mildura’s Fasta […]
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Over 3 days – 27 February to 01 March, 2022 – the Foodservice Australia expo will call the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre home. It returns bigger and bolder after a 24 month hiatus that saw the hospitality industry close down and endure months of continued lockdowns and restricted trading due to the impact of […]
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You may not have heard of HER yet, the sister venue of Arbory Bar, so let us introduce you to one of Melbourne’s newest venues. This four level wonderland recently opened on Melbourne’s Lonsdale Street. A fusion of dining, immersive art and music, HER is inclusive of the HER Bar, the Music Room, BKK for […]
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No need to travel to regional cellar doors to enjoy wines from notable Victorian wineries this Autumn, as Richmond’s Mr Joe gets set to present an exclusive five-course wine and dine event, in collaboration with Seville Estate in the Yarra Valley and Indigo Vineyard in Beechworth. Continuing to emphasise the venue’s focus on culinary innovation, […]
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Launching at Victoria Park on 27 March to 17 May, 2020, following set out seasons in Perth, Melbourne and Sydney, Mov’in Bed has landed in Brisbane for 45 unique nights of cinema under the stars. Taking movie going to a whole new level, the concept provides queen size beds, pillows, bed side tables […]
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A new luxury spa and wellness sanctuary – Holism Retreat – has now launched at Hotel Chadstone, located on the mezzanine level of Melbourne’s stunning new 5 star hotel complex. Within this exciting and state-of-the-art luxury destination that combines accommodation, conference and event facilities, rooftop bar, restaurant and multi-level retail destination, Holism Retreat is set […]
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With extensive history over a 33 year period in delivering exceptional events, the Grand Hyatt Melbourne has recently launched a new dedicated micro site to showcase its stunning range of 15 unique and inspiring event spaces that can be combined with signature event experiences for events with a difference. The Grand Hyatt has partnered with […]
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Nestled in the heart of the city and within walking distance to the Eureka Skydeck, Melbourne Arts Centre, the National Gallery of Victoria, Crown Casino, the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, and the city’s finest shopping and dining precincts, Shadow Play by Peppers offers a stylish urban retreat for travellers. Officially opened by the Lord […]
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Located in Melbourne’s bustling go to foodie suburb Richmond, JAMU creates an essence of bringing everyone together with their Asian fusion menu designed for sharing. Owned by Hawthorn AFL players, James Frawley & Isaac Smith and Evelyn Lau, A Thousand Blessings renowned business owner, JAMU has been inspired by a mixture of backgrounds creating something […]
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East End Wine Bar, co-owned by Melbourne Demon Max Gawn, opens the day of his 100th game. Hawthorn East’s newest establishment, East End Wine Bar, is co-owned by Demon’s ruckman Max Gawn, Saint James owners Rich Donovan & Craig Tate and Burnley Brewing operator Phil Gjisbergs. The team of four will officially open the doors […]
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Each year the Plaza Ballroom opens its doors to the public once only, and that is to host Truly Madly Deeply Melbourne, a hallmark event of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival that takes guests on an adventurous culinary food and wine degustation journey. This year, Truly Madly Deeply Melbourne – Part 4, was held […]
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Holiday Inn® Melbourne on Flinders has completed a multimillion dollar renovation of all five meetings and events spaces, bringing a recharged sense of joy to the hotel’s events offering. Hotel owner, Philip Carter, enlisted architects Wilson & Hill of New Zealand to completely reinvent each space with sustainability in mind. The resulting spaces complement the […]
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Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘Evita’ is Melbourne’s Summer Musical for 2018-2019. One of the most celebrated musicals of all time, the original West End and Broadway production directed by Hal Prince, has arrived at the State Theatre, Arts Centre Melbourne. Starring Melbourne’s own Tina Arena, the production features some of Tim Rice and […]
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A new celebrity talent booking platform that promises to be a ‘game-changer’, to make it easier for event professionals to book the talent they need for events, has launched and been backed by leading event industry professionals. ACTA – Associated Celebrity Talent App – is an Australian-developed and patented online talent booking platform, which has […]
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Ultra Australia and BAR NØNE Group made their first foray into The Birdcage at Derby Day in Melbourne for the Melbourne Cup over the weekend. It was the first time a Music Festival brand has had a presence there, generating great media buzz and interest with special guest for the event, Scott Disick. Sami Saleh (a key […]
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The entertainment stakes continue to rise for the 2018 Melbourne Cup Carnival, with one of the world’s biggest dance music festival brands, Ultra Australia, to join Flemington’s iconic Birdcage Enclosure. The Ultra Australia marquee will feature on the front row of the Birdcage on both AAMI Victoria Derby Day, Saturday 3 November and Seppelt Wines […]
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A new room within the main hotel – referred to as the Cellar & Store – has opened at The Cosmopolitan Hotel, Trentham, VIC. It houses a fabulous produce selection (ranging from cheeses, crackers, charcuterie, oils, olives, grains, coffee, etc) and boasts one of the largest collections of Macedon Ranges wines under the one roof. There is a […]
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Melbourne’s iconic grand hotel, The Hotel Windsor, recently held a corporate networking evening showcasing their function spaces. Established in 1883, The Hotel Windsor’s meetings and events spaces are truly distinct, with an undeniable panache, old-world charm and grandeur. The elaborate, Victorian-era Grand Ballroom, with its stained glass details and rich hues is the centrepiece, with […]
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Within the glorious surrounds of the iconic Plaza Ballroom on Collins Street, Melbourne, “Truly Madly Deeply Melbourne – Part Three” was celebrated in shimmery sparkly style on Tuesday 20 March, 2018. As the only night of the year that the Plaza Ballroom is open to the public, the thrill of occasion was palpable. The night […]
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Let the good times roll. Bayside’s latest eatery, Good Times Milk Bar opens its doors 0n 15 March. 2018. Good Times Milk Bar located in Melbourne’s Bayside suburb Bentleigh, was a diamond in the rough. Previously a rundown corner & convenience store, the Good Times team gutted and refurbished the space, converting the venue into a fun […]
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Meet the experts behind your perfect day! Come and experience a night of creativity and sophistication at The Willows Wedding Showcase on Thursday 22 March, from 5 to 9 pm. The Willows hosts regular Showcase Days to give couples, both existing and new, a chance to meet with suppliers, sample the menus and enjoy a delicious beverage […]
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Melbourne’s lauded food scene is one of the city’s biggest drawcards. With new restaurants, bars, cafes and late-night cocktail haunts opening each week, there is always a long list of new places to sample fresh flavours and find the next must-taste drink or dish. Here are some of the latest entrants on Melbourne’s food and wine […]
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From slick, modern dining rooms with city views to eclectic spaces built for fun, Melbourne’s hotels excel at delivering high quality epicurean experiences infused with creative flair. Pascale Bar & Grill at QTThanks to a rooftop kitchen garden and bee hive, Pascale’s menus are infused with hyper-local produce. Serving up fresh plates with a distinct […]
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After almost 12 months of delicate renovations, the iconic Forum Melbourne (part of the Marriner Group) has been transformed and its original heritage beauty carefully preserved. The stunning changes are evident from the first step inside the historic venue, where the entrance foyer carpet has been removed, to reveal 200,000 gorgeous mosaic tiles and polished […]
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From the team that introduced Melbourne to Frosé, comes Mr. M’s Goon Box: a blast from the cask! Mr. Miyagi will be serving a range of premium wine options in the goon box from this weekend at the iconic Japanese restaurant located in Windsor. The 750ml local red (Murray Darling Shiraz), white (Marlborough Sav Blanc) […]
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As the city gears up for the blockbuster match between Brazil and Argentina at Melbourne Cricket Ground on June 9, Neymar vs Messi are not the only South American entertainment available in Melbourne, the city’s Latin-inspired dining options provide muchos deliciousness for visitors and locals alike. San TelmoIn Meyer’s Place, one of the city’s many narrow laneways, […]
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