25 Nov

Caffe La Via has been occupying its spot on Glenferrie Road since 1999. Known for sporting a Modern Australian menu with a Mediterranean slant, they've just undergone a renovation and a menu refresh. We began the night with some Aperol Spritz before tucking into some appetisers. [caption id="attachment_10823" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Battered Zucchini Flower Stuffed with Ricotta and Served with Mint Sauce ($4.50)[/caption] The zucchini flowers were encased in a light and crunchy batter and stuffed full of pillowy ricotta, the mint sauce the perfect foil for brightening each mouthful. [caption id="attachment_10818" align="aligncenter"...

21:59 / Caffe La Via / Food / Malvern / Modern Australian / Restaurants
24 Nov

ABC Chicken is said to make the best Korean Fried Chicken in Melbourne. I visited in large group, and our numbers meant we were able to try almost all the different flavours available (score!). It took me a little longer than it should have to figure out where the entrance was (the front door is on A'Beckett street in case you're wondering), and the space is relatively small and quite crowded. I guess they have to cater for all these crazy KFC-goers somehow. We were given a complementary serve...

20:59 / ABC Chicken / Food / Korean / Melbourne CBD / Restaurants
21 Nov

12's Cafe and Co opened just a few weeks ago, and though its main focus is Chinese BBQ, 12's offers Chinese fusion; something less commonly found compared to other Asian cuisines. Owner Jack Kwan spent a year learning how to roast meat in his native Hong Kong, then had to learn how to adapt those techniques to a commercial kitchen, and its flavours to suit local palates and create his own take on fusion cuisine. It's cosy and relaxed both inside and out. Antique books near the entrance are...

18:02 / 12's Cafe & Co / Asian / Camberwell / Chinese / Food / Restaurants
21 Nov

Located on the corner of Ferrars and Bank Street, Railway Hotel was built in 1968 and sports an art deco interior. Like many other pubs, weeknight specials abound, like pasta night Mondays, Tuesday parma night and Wednesday steak night. The menu is seasonal and shows some American influence together with some classic pub grub. [caption id="attachment_10726" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Crispy Skin Chicken Breast on Sweetcorn and Leek Risotto, Rocket Salad and Shaved Parmesan Cheese $21[/caption] Mum's crispy skin chicken breast rested on a sweet cork and leek risotto topped with roquette...

13:57 / Bar/Pub / Food / Railway Hotel / Restaurants / South Melbourne
20 Nov

It's not often that you hear of non-profit restaurants, but Feast of Merit is such a place. 100% of their profits go to YGAP, an organisation that runs social enterprises such as this one. YGAP supports local organisations in Australia, Kenya and South Africa which have the aim of reaching communities disadvantaged by poverty, empowering them to become self-sustainable. Feast of Merit features a contemporary Middle Eastern menu with a seasonal, sustainable and ethical farm-to-table philosophy. There's a distinct breakfast, lunch and dinner menu, and since we visited during...

12:43 / Feast of Merit / Food / Healthy / Middle Eastern / Restaurants / Richmond / Vegetarian
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