Shoku iku, in the heart of in Northcote, is a beacon for Melbourne’s raw food and healthy eating movement. The shopfront itself is minimalist, and the dining space is commanded by clean lines, stone flooring and heavy warmth of timber furniture. Yoko Inoue, renowned Melbourne raw food chef, is the mastermind in the Shoku iku […]
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There is an endless bounty of sweet pineapple, bananas, mangoes and passionfruit in Bali, all ready for eating as is or to be juiced for a yummy sundowner. Yet, Bali has a basket of native fruits which may not grace the shopping trolley back home as often. My latest guest post for The Travel Belles
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Melbourne’s food culture is as vibrant and unique as its markets, fresh produce and those who sell, cook and serve it. South Melbourne Market is one of Melbourne’s most popular markets and people from everywhere pace the walkways to buy their food here. There are the life-long locals who gather in search of groceries, coffee
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Our waitress welcomes us in from the street as we leave the bustle of scooters, push-bikes and foot traffic at the roadside. Manik Organik in the intimate surrounds of Sanur, Bali is passionate about healthy food and a natural lifestyle; its airy bungalow-styled dining area sets the scene for a meal that will nourish our
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Winter Solstice is the shortest day of the year in Australia and what better way to celebrate than to actually get out in the open. While the lack of daylight may bring some people down, it brings about a sense of renewal for many who realise that winter is slowly melting away and spring will
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A restaurant can be measured by its dessert menu and a place where this is no further from the truth is The Reverence Hotel. Though The Rev (as it’s fondly known by its faithful patrons) is actually a live venue with adjoining bar, which just happens to have a killer Mexican-slanted menu with loads of
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Melbourne is famous for its streets and alleyways filled with cafés, restaurants, bakeries and eateries. Melbourne also boasts an extensive array of multicultural cuisines and many outlets are embracing the possibilities when it comes to vegetarian and vegan food. I took The Travel Belles on a Vegetarian Foodie Tour of Melbourne recently. Head over to
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I love living in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne because I’m on the doorstep leading to some of Melbourne’s desirable destinations for day-tripping and short stays. Being on the doorstep of the leafy village of Belgrave, set in The Dandenongs, means a lazy weekend brunch in a country-style setting is achievable without having to spend
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Darren Kelly, Kellybrook Winery’s patriarch and self-confessed cider lover, has been making cider since the 60’s. He has since passed down his methods and recipes to sons Phil and Gus Kelly. To celebrate their cider-making, Kellybrook Winery started its own Kellybrook Cider Festival and has been going strong for 25 years. The festival began in
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It’s been a long six months in the making but Smith & Daughters is finally saying “hola” to Melbourne. Smith & Daughters has been a pondered dream for business partners Shannon Martinez and Mo Wyse. Their roots are well planted in the Melbourne culinary scene, particularly well-known in the city’s vegan circles. So, it’s no
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