It may not be Melbourne’s best French restaurant. But it might be the city’s best-loved bistro.
Syrian restaurant Al Shami’s big menu goes beyond the usual grab bag of the Middle East’s greatest hits.
Excellent scrambled eggs,a za’atar-flecked brekky plate and exemplary service are just the ticket at Noon in Manly.
The former Better Homes and Gardens presenter returns to his baking roots at Avner’s in Surry Hills.
Affordable sandwiches,sunset-coloured walls and sweet bakes are the order of the day at Suntop Plaza in Brunswick East.
A personality-filled menu from Peruvian chef Alejandro Saravia brings new life to a treasure of a building.
Hit up Domo 39 in St Peters for konbini classics such as onigiri,bento boxes,stir-fried noodles,sweet-and-sour chicken and soft-serve rice cream.
The glasshouse-style garden-to-plate restaurant should deliver one of the best dining experiences in town,both on- and off-peak.
After more than three decades in business,Temasek still offers value with a capital V,selling 500 to 600 bowls of laksa every week.
From community-led harvests,to cheese and bread workshops with Australia’s best,regional food festivals have a lot to offer – and they’re booming. Here’s our pick of five to visit this autumn.