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...
The vibe is like going back in time to the 70's and to another continent- to Hong Kong. The space is buzzing, moody, sexy with black and gold chairs, dark floors with red hues and low lighting. The music is pumping as couples and groups of friends share large jugs of happy hour cocktails from colourful teapots. The outside bar has sections of an old movie theatre with lights and overhead daisy chains of fake hanging peking ducks!
The Rocks is not always rocking. If you’re not at the Argyle or a wedding in the MCA, there’s often not a lot on after dark down at this northern part of town – especially if you’re after a spot to settle in for a few drinks and dinner. Well, that’s all set to change....
A trip to the Apothecary can begin much like that oh so memorable scene in The Matrix. Do you take the red pill or the blue pill? Well at the Apothecary they’ve made the decision for you and watch out, because what comes next will surprise all your senses. Eau-de-vie’s brand new pocket-sized bar, as...
A degustation is fun. Whether it’s just food, food and wine, or the more recent, cocktail degustation, they are a journey in themselves. Any way you look at the degustation, it’s a way to try a variety of things, taste what the chef or the bartender is loving that particular month and try things you...
History tells us the Bishop of Ostia was the illegitimate son of Pope Joan, the woman who hid her gender during the 11th century to reign the church. These days, most consider this entire story a work of fiction. Fortunately, however, the newest bar in Melbourne’s north is very real. Chef Matt Wilkinson and business...
