Red Pepper Indian Restaurant located at the top end of leafy Bourke St is delighting Melbourne diners with its Thali lunches, inspired by owner/chef Jagjeet Kaur. Tired of the same old lunch options? City worker? Looking for a lunch destination for an office celebration? Family or friends catch up in the CBD? Love Indian food?
Wine Victoria (peak body representing the Victorian wine industry) has launched Victoria’s first online wine directory, Behind the Vines, the definitive guide to buying Victorian wines. Specifically, Behind the Vines is dedicated to helping consumers find their perfect local wine based on their taste preferences and shop directly from their chosen producer. The catchcry of "Why wouldn't you choose Victorian?" resonates, with the campaign emphasising the world class offering of Victorian wine.
We're excited to get our fill of Oktoberfest treats all year round at Melbourne’s newest German street food venue, Little Hof. We’re talking crackling pork knuckle on the rotisserie, sizzling German sausages on the BBQ and Bretzels fresh out of the oven, all while sipping on a cold Bavarian Bier. Situated in the heart of one of the city’s most important food markets, South Melbourne Market, Little Hof is set to put German food on the map by creating an authentic, European food experience.
After a smash debut during last year's tomato season, ‘Tipico’s ultimate Passata Making Masterclasses’ is set to return to Prahran Market for one day only Saturday, 27 February.
Visit the team from Windsor’s favourite modern Italian restaurant as they host a series of free 30-minute masterclasses on the art of making passata in the Prahran Market display kitchen between 10:30 am-1:00pm.
From the team behind The East Pantry and Parkstone comes a new cafe oasis in Melbourne’s north. Placed in the bustling Essendon Fields business and community precinct, Friction is a light-filled, modern eatery nailing the winning mix of top-notch customer service and quality cuisine, where local ingredients are at the forefront.
After a lockdown in Melbourne meant we couldn’t go out for Valentine’s Day, LUCAS RESTAURANTS (LUCAS) is rescheduling to this Sunday 21 February so you can still celebrate with the one you love. What a brilliant concept.
Welcoming back guests for special feasts for two at Chin Chin Melbourne, Kisumé, Baby Pizza and Hawker Hall with bookings now open for lunch and dinner. There’s complimentary Champagne at Chin Chin and Kisumé, special lip gloss gifts at Baby Pizza and the choice of fiery menus at Hawker Hall, giving you every reason to celebrate again and treat your special someone to the night out they deserve.
We’ve seen QR codes and takeaway pivots – but what’s next for Melbourne dining? Resident foodie Dani Valent joins award-winning journalist Santilla Chingaipein The Future of … a fortnightly online series exploring positive changes we can make to the ways we live, work and play. Don’t miss your chance to hear Dani predict innovative new ventures, trends and ideas that will emerge in dining in 2021 and beyond. Tomorrow at 1pm. Book your free ticket now.
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Is this the best value set menu Valentine's dinner in Melbourne? For only $49 per person you can enjoy some of the best Indian food in Melbourne at iconic Red Pepper restaurant in Bourke St. Affordable but not "cheap" with legendary chef/owner Jagjeet at the helm. We are hearing there will be 3 entrees, 2 mains, sides and dessert as part of the set menu. This is an iconic restaurant in Melbourne at the Paris end of Bourke St, a romantic location in itself. Red Pepper has been undergoing some renovations and the vibe is modern and captivating, perfect for your date night. How better to celebrate Valentie's Day with traditional Indian dishes with superb use of spices, for an authentic experience.