After welcoming more than 20,000 visitors in 2018, The European Night Market returns to Madame Brussels Lane every Friday night this July with a 30% bigger footprint, more stalls than ever before, and neon-drenched entertainment. Running every Friday 5pm – 10pm, the Euro disco inspired market will stamp your culinary passport with bites from Switzerland, […]
Little Brother is a hidden gem, smack bang in the middle of the CBD. Melbourne Explorer visited their newly refurbished store to taste some of Saigon’s best eats, right here in downtown Melbourne. They’ve got plenty of small plates to share with friends over a cocktail (or three!). Or, if you want something more substantial, […]
The Melbourne Winter Masterpieces series at the National Gallery of Victoria presents China’s ancient Terracotta Warriors alongside a parallel display of new works by one of the world’s most exciting contemporary artists, Cai Guo-Qiang, at NGV International. Developed and curated by the NGV, Terracotta Warriors: Guardians of Immortality is a large-scale presentation of the Qin […]
Good Food Month presented by Citi returns to Melbourne in June with several incredible feature events, consisting of exclusive dinner experiences and tantalising lunches held at this year’s Good Food Month Restaurant at Canvas House, South Melbourne. The diverse and inspiring program once again welcomes one of the world’s biggest culinary legends, Marco Pierre White, […]
Barkly Barks dog festival returns for a fourth year to Brunswick’s Barkly Square on Saturday 25 May 2019. Developed in response to Brunswick’s barking mad dog ownership, the beloved free festival is an annual celebration of canine companionship and the local community’s love for their four-legged friends. This year, Barkly Barks will transform the Square’s […]
Afternoon Tea aficionados rejoice – the Mandarin Oriental’s Executive Pastry Chef, Paul Thiéblemont, is bringing his renowned pedigree and skills from London to launch a limited edition Afternoon Tea experience exclusive to Crown Melbourne’s Conservatory – for a limited time only. Touted as a true rising star of the pastry scene, Thiéblemont has honed his […]
One of the most satisfying thrills of a road trip around the compact state of Victoria is happening across a tiny-town that is full of surprises. These tiny towns may have a population less than 1000, but they pack a punch in other ways. 1. Timboon Punches above its weight for: Gourmet hot spotPopulation: 871.Vibe: Rural and welcomingKnown for […]
After a sell-out season in 2018, Sugar Republic is coming home with even more sugar launching in 2019. Sugar Republic is an incredible pop-up dedicated to the celebration of desserts, candy and all things sweet through a series of amazing sensory rooms. Relive your childhood as by visiting a classic Milk Bar, splash about in […]
Boutique chocolaterie, Only Mine, which is located in the picturesque little village of Olinda (in the Dandenong Ranges), have got some special treats in store this Easter weekend including the spectacular Easter Sundae (pictured below). Only Mine’s Easter Sundae is a decadent dessert bowl that you’re able to build yourself with 2 scoops of ice-cream […]
Boneo Maze on the Mornington Peninsula will come alive in the evenings this Easter Long Weekend, illuminated with stunning light installations and lantern sculptures. This interactive family friendly event will transform the maze and wetlands into a night time wonderland with activities, workshops and some spectacular lights and entertainment the whole family can enjoy. Start […]