Gary Lee

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In his day job, Seddon resident, Gary Lee commits his professional efforts to advocating for and empowering international students, refugees, and people seeking asylum, fostering a sense of belonging for the various community groups.

As a contributor to Westsider, Gary enjoys weaving personal anecdotes and cultural insights into his writing, transforming mere descriptions of activities and food into captivating narratives that resonate deeply with cultures.

He is a fan of reading (hardcopy, particularly biographies), food and volunteering with equal enthusiasm. When he is not doing anything mentioned above, you will find him at the beach, climbing rocks or in the bush. He enjoys sharing his adventures on Instagram.

Her name was Lola, and she was a show girl – Lola Café

Inspired by Spanish and Portuguese cuisine, Lola Café is a must-visit destination including a stand-out paella and and flaky Portuguese tart.

Hu Tieu Go Ong Map – snails served slow and slurpy

Since opening, Hu Tieu Go Ong Map quickly earned a cult following for its authentic Vietnamese street food, including its extensive sea snail menu which is a rarity in Melbourne. 

Phở Tam pho-cused on flavour

Phở Tam is a spacious corner shop with large windows bustling with Vietnamese patrons and delicious phở.

Supercharging change in the West through food

The Supernova Collection Co supports the local Latin community in the western suburbs and beyond, by offering culturally appropriate meals to those in need.

Laksa Hut – come for the laksa, stay for the mains

Laksa Hut, tucked away at one end of Anderson Street in Yarraville offers a real treat for fans of Malaysian food.