09 Dec

I finally had the opportunity to come to Steer, well-known for its wide range of high quality steaks. There are just so many different producers and cuts to choose from. There are options other than steak on the menu for non-beef eaters. Shortly after we were seated, a waiter presented us with a large board of meat showcasing a small selection of what they had to offer.The butter accompanying the complimentary bread was particularly nice, especially with the sprinkles of salt that topped it. I had to restrain...

20:34 / Food / Restaurants / South Yarra / Steakhouse / Steer Bar and Grill
05 Dec

I've been wanting to try Etto ever since it opened. The concept of fresh, handmade pasta cooked to order and in a quick, casual manner was very appealing. First you pick the sauce, the serving size, then the pasta. Pizza and sides like garlic bread, salads and wagyu polpette are also available. There isn't a lot of seating inside, but they cater for takeaway too. [caption id="attachment_6875" align="aligncenter" width="529"] Pappardelle w. Black Truffle & Salami w. Crunchy Herb Breadcrumbs (XL $19)[/caption] I love truffle so was instantly drawn to the...

13:51 / Etto / Food / Italian / Restaurants / South Melbourne
02 Dec

Not too long ago Gorski and Jones and Smith St Alimentari, both owned by Meaghan Gorski and Paul and Linda Jones, were combined to form a single space. It caters for both take away and seated dining, as well as retaining its specialty grocery store function - ready-made meals, takeaway roasts, cakes, sweets, salads, paninis, fresh bread, cheese, jam, sauces and other Italian products are available for sale. The warm weather today meant the courtyard tables at the back were very popular, with fans hanging above keeping the...

11:37 / Collingwood / Food / Italian / Restaurants / Smith Street Alimentari
30 Nov

I had a Groupon voucher for Movenpick and the 34C degree day today made it the perfect time to use it. I'd visited previously and loved the hazelnut. I did taste the pistachio, which is another of my favourite flavours of gelato but didn't enjoy it so much. [caption id="attachment_6843" align="aligncenter" width="529"] Mango Sorbet and Espresso Croquant Ice Cream ($6.95)[/caption] The mango sorbet was more dense than other sorbets I've had and also contained little pieces of Alfonso mango. The Espresso Croquant ice cream was slightly bitter, as expected, but...

12:22 / Dessert/Sweets / Food / M-P / Melbourne CBD / Movenpick QV / Restaurants
27 Nov

Situated in the basement of historic Harley House on the corner of Collins & Exhibition Streets, La Chinesca is a bar, eatery and art space. Though La Chinesca is a bar, co-owners Vincent Fantauzzo and Robert Hargraves also wanted a strong emphasis on food. Chef Daniel Salcedo has moved on from a Chinese and Mexican menu to a Peruvian one, inspired by recent trip to Peru for the Mistura food festival. Being a Peruvian native, Salcedo has been yearning to bring his native cuisine to Melbourne after previously...

22:14 / Bar/Pub / Food / La Chinesca / Latin American / Melbourne CBD / Peruvian / Restaurants
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