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    Foodscray! The ideal place for a festive, fun and flavourful adventure!

    Gary Lee Gary Lee -
    Discover the vibrant food scene in Footscray. From Filipino classics like bistek and Bicol Express to irresistible spring rolls and coconut macaroons, this neighbourhood has it all.
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    Wine vs Wine

    Richard Slater & Grant Foulkes Richard Slater & Grant Foulkes -
    The month's wine reviews are for the 2021 Yalumba ‘sanctum’ Cabernet Sauvignon and the 2023 Scintilla Flo’s Fizz Pet Nat.
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    Golden Horse: Yes, you can still find a decent Yum Cha restaurant!

    Gary Lee Gary Lee -
    Golden Horse, near Footscray Market, is a cultural icon still offering the wonderful culinary experience of Yum Cha.
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    Cebu Charcoal Lechon Belly: Sunshine’s pork paradise

    Contributor Contributor -
    For those familiar with or perhaps missing the distinctive roast pork of the Philippines, I can think of no better local option than Cebu Charcoal Lechon Belly.
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    Wine vs Wine – November 2024

    Richard Slater & Grant Foulkes Richard Slater & Grant Foulkes -
    Wine reviews for 2023 In Dreams Pinot Noir and Heathcote Winery ‘Mail Coach’ Viognier 2022.
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    Coracle dining – An oasis from the madding crowd

    Deborah Ong Deborah Ong -
    Step into a world of exceptional dining at Coracle Dining in Yarraville. Immerse yourself in the Japanese aesthetic and philosophy of food and produce.
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    SalamaTea: Delicious Persian food with a purpose

    Daniel Brace Daniel Brace -
    Experience the taste of Iran at SalamaTea cafe in Sunshine. Enjoy authentic Persian dishes and delve into the diverse flavors of the Middle East.
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    Wine vs Wine – October 2024

    Richard Slater & Grant Foulkes Richard Slater & Grant Foulkes -
    Wine reviews for 2022 Pizzini ‘Pietra Rossa’ Sangiovese and Coombe ‘Dame Nellie Melba’ 2017 Yarra Valley Blanc de Blancs.

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