Crown Casino Melbourne, by its nature is glitzy. Flashy lights, extravagant interior, alluring sounds. There’s an electrifying atmosphere that has no off switch. So, when Kolkata Cricket Club opened, it seemed like a no brainer to follow in the same footsteps. Mischa Tropp, the young superstar chef with Indian heritage, has somewhat different ideas.
I’ve lived in Melbourne my whole life and know the haunts of this city. But I’ve just discovered a secret. Somewhere in the bustling CBD, underneath the ground, I get to go to Japan, for one night. From the moment I’m given directions, it’s already mysterious. ‘Down a laneway, Find the lift, go to the...
Who doesn’t love the sound of a ‘POP’. Symbolising festivity, celebration and happiness, there’s nothing better than hearing a bottle of bubbles being cracked open, and seeing those gorgeous sparkling jewels shine in your glass. Prosecco, the Italian version of our wonderful sparkling wine is holding a festival dedicated to this dream of a drink....
You know how you hear about those little unassuming restaurants tucked away off the beaten track, don’t look anything special, but execute ridiculously amazing food? Charlong, the Thai contemporary restaurant, not just fits this description, but epitomises it. Arriving, I can’t say I’m jumping for joy. At first glance, it seems pretty plain Jane and...
Sultry, striking, and sexy, Suzie Q, the exceptionally daring newcomer, boasting modern Chinese food, has boldly arrived on the gregarious end of Chapel Street. Not even a few of months in, she’s already proudly marked her territory. Rocking up for dinner, I’ve barely stepped foot in the door, and I’m already getting a boisterously fun...
It’s not every day I get to fine dine in bathers and a bath robe. Before having a night away from the hustle of Melbourne to head to Peninsula Hot Springs (PHS) brand new Eco Lodge accommodation, I called ahead to find out what to pack, and in particular, what is appropriate attire for ‘the...
Rooftops are a thing in Melbourne. So much so, they’re a bit old and tried. What’s more exciting and far less discovered, finding a gem below the earth. Yūgen pushes the culinary experience beyond mediocre to execute the extraordinary – exquisite dining in an underground cave. I’d heard a little about the venue before I went and...
It’s not often that a cookbook sparks joy. Very often, the thought of cooking a family feast invokes a bit of fear and intimidation. Yet, when I look at any of the BTK (Better Together Kitchen) cook books, with its gorgeous array of fresh recipes more colourful than an artist’s Derwent pencil pallet, I feel...
Life. Its chaotic. No matter who you are or what you do, we all sometimes feel the burnout. Between work, health, life admin, socials, partner, kids – it’s just never ending. EQ is the latest well-being centre that’s recently opened in South Melbourne that’s a circuit breaker to life’s craziness. There are no massages,...
Can it be true, are we over the depths of the deep dark Winter? Sitting outside at Green Cup, green smoothie in hand, sunnies on, sun glaring on my back, and cute customers in short shorts, dare I say, I think we are. Green Cup in Armadale has been closed for six weeks for renovations....
