Food & drink

Spicy olive dipping oil 

Join Lizzie in celebrating olives and their rich abundance in West. From picking and preserving to making a delicious dip.

Smile Buffalo – serving smiles one delicious dish at a time

Smile Buffalo elevates Thai dining in Yarraville with its warm ambiance and impeccable service. Explore its unique charm today.

More than just a cheeky pint

Enjoy a great beer journey at The Cheeky Pint, where craft beer lovers can find a cozy spot and tasty dishes.

Wine vs wine – September 26

Our wine experts review two wines for September. Grant reviews the 2009 Sutton Grange Estate Syrah and Richard reviews the 2025 Stonier Pinot Noir.

Pesto, pea and asparagus lasagna 

You really have to have the energy for the preparation and assembly of lasagna but this one is packed with good vegetables and is a great freezer meal. 

Wine vs wine – August 26

Our August recommendations are Clairault Wines Estate Chardonnay and 2024 Wirra Wirra Church Block Shiraz.

Arepa-tising bites for a cause – fundraising for Venezuela

A recent fundraiser at Papelon Footscray exemplified the profound beauty of community solidarity, as thousands united to support the relief efforts for Venezuela.

From the bush to the bay: Mog Brewing brings local flavour to Altona

Dive into the Mog Brewing story and see how community and craft beer come together in Altona's newest taproom.

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