Ginger Olive is a cosy bistro and bar serving a fusion menu. Their food tends towards the heartier side of things, with dishes such as cassoulets, bao, burgers and pasta....
Lindenderry at Red Hill recently welcomed David Green as Executive Chef at The Dining Room. His extensive experience both internationally and locally, including 14 years at Lakehouse in Daylesford, brings a fresh vision to their new summer menu. It features seasonal produce, much of which is sourced from the Mornington Peninsula....
It's always pleasant surprise to find restaurant gems that aren't in the city, and Adrian Morrissy wanted to prove that it is possible to keep to the suburbs for good food. Pembroke Bar and Kitchen is his latest venture set in his local neighbourhood, Surrey Hills. The interior, designed by Fiona Lynch, is classy but not uptight, and the large courtyard was the perfect setting for our lunch on this warm and breezy day....
RAMBLR only opened in late 2016, but it's already undergone a renovation and a slight change in direction. The interior is now dark and mysterious (including its entrance, which we walked past a few times), and the concept is casual fine dining....
Whilst Pope Joan has sadly had its final hurrah, we can still get a taste of Matt Wilkinson at The Pie Shop just a few doors down. The tiny little place really only has seating in the open space on the side, but most people seem to come for takeaway....