The Corner has made a name for itself as a pub and leading live music venue. Now marking 20 years under current ownership, it was time for a freshen up. Corner Hotel now sports a new wheelchair accessible rooftop, which comprises of a dining area and outdoor courtyard. ...
High Tea at InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto is moving home. Now residing at Alluvial, it now has expanded dessert options. The inspiration for the High Tea is Mrs D’Ebro, a society lady who hosted elaborate afternoon teas in her Toorak home. Research was undertaken to look into the types of foods, champagne and literature that the society of that era would have indulged in....
A Hereford Beefstouw had its beginnings in 1971 in small rural Denmark. Named after the breed of cattle, its name might translate to ‘Hereford Steakhouse’. In 2007, the family bought a cattle farm in South Australia to supply their restaurants, but it wasn’t until 2011 that A Hereford Beefstouw opened its first Australian restaurant in Adelaide. Now it has arrived in Melbourne. ...
Much of the spotlight in St Kilda recently seems to be centred on the beach side, whilst those further inland are little neglected with the new openings. Enter Junkyard, the newest cafe from the owner of Hawthorn-darling Sardi. Located opposite Newmarket Hotel, its entrance is set further in from the pavement, up a few steps and in an alcove. Look out for the signs out front, or for the brightly coloured drum seats set around their outside tables. The menu tries to offer vegan and gluten-free options, and...
Penta has a formidable line-up of stablemates including Legacy, Temperance Society and My Other Brother (MOB Espresso). Expectations are high. Can it live up to them? Penta has five owners, hence its name; Nicky Campbell (also the head chef), Julien Moussi, Cory Slater, Kristy-Lea and Stuart Deva make up the team. Designed by Ritz & Ghougassian, the interior is full of polished concrete, stone and stainless steel. It’s a sleek modern look that’s softened by touches of plant life. A round table is hidden at the back next...