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Pillar of Salt

It was overall a tasty but unsurprising breakfast, a rather standard thoroughfare. The flavours of the...It was overall a tasty but unsurprising breakfast, a rather standard thoroughfare. The flavours of the components could've definitely worked better, though still remained enjoyable nonetheless....

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Rustica Canteen (Richmond)

Once again, Rustica holds true to their name and delivers exceptionally tasty and scrumptious baked goods....Once again, Rustica holds true to their name and delivers exceptionally tasty and scrumptious baked goods. The Lemon Meringue Croissant was unique yet sensational, and was definitely the...

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Barrio 3121 Cafeteria

As a new cafe that's only weeks old, Barrio 3121 has done remarkably well thus far....As a new cafe that's only weeks old, Barrio 3121 has done remarkably well thus far. While there are definitely room for improvements in terms of execution, and...

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White Mojo (CBD)

Overall, it was an excellent and highly appetising sensory adventure. While the execution wasn't flawless, the...Overall, it was an excellent and highly appetising sensory adventure. While the execution wasn't flawless, the menu was definitely innovative and palatable and made for an enjoyable brunch.Portion...

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White Mojo (Balwyn)

Overall a spectacular brunch experience and I am Iโ€™m pleasantly surprised how well these unique dishes...Overall a spectacular brunch experience and I am Iโ€™m pleasantly surprised how well these unique dishes eventuated and am extremely thankful to be invited to try out their...

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The ultimate cure for a cold, rainy Melbourne wint The ultimate cure for a cold, rainy Melbourne winter night is bubbling right here in the CBD. ๐ŸŒง๏ธ๐Ÿ”ฅ
Cancel your flight to Seoulโ€”7 Star Pocha brings the authentic neon street vibes and serious comfort food straight to you.
Our winter survival kit:
๐Ÿฒ Seven Star Budaejjigae (Army Stew): Spicy, bubbling, soul-warming perfection.
๐Ÿ— Korean Fried Chicken: Dangerously crispy and strictly mandatory.
๐Ÿฅž Seafood Pancake: Loaded, with those perfectly golden, crunchy edges.
Send this to who youโ€™re dragging out of hibernation for your next K-food feast! ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿฅข
๐Ÿ“ 7 Star Pocha, Melbourne CBD
Teleporting to Hong Kong for breakfast? Say less. Teleporting to Hong Kong for breakfast? Say less. โœˆ๏ธ๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ฐ
If you're chasing that authentic cha chaan teng energy right in the middle of the Melbourne CBD, HK Cafe is the only move. Forget your standard sourdoughโ€”we are diving straight into this ridiculously thick, golden-fried French toast with that perfect slab of melting butter.
Wash it down with a proper, intensely silky HK milk tea, and youโ€™ll completely forget youโ€™re in Victoria. Elite tier comfort food only. ๐Ÿงˆ๐Ÿž๐Ÿง‹
๐Ÿ“ HK Cafe, Melbourne CBD
๐Ÿ‘‡ Tag the friend who owes you a brunch date!
If you're hunting for the most authentic Chinese f If you're hunting for the most authentic Chinese feast right in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, look no further. ๐Ÿฅข
Old Peking in QV is serving up the absolute real deal. You need to order:
๐Ÿฆ† Legendary Peking Duck
๐Ÿฅฉ Savory Stir-Fried Pork
๐Ÿฅฆ Wok-tossed Stir-Fried Cauliflower
๐Ÿš Smoky Fried Rice
Every single bite is a total flavor bomb. ๐Ÿ’ฅ
๐Ÿ‘‡ Tag the friend who owes you a dinner date in the comments below! ๐Ÿ‘‡
๐Ÿ“ Old Beijing, QV Melbourne
๐Ÿต Tag your matcha bestie! Your new favorite Melbou ๐Ÿต Tag your matcha bestie! Your new favorite Melbourne dessert spot is calling. ๐Ÿ‘‡
Nanaโ€™s Green Tea is the ultimate cozy escape. Think comforting matcha lattes and towering, authentic Japanese parfaits loaded with chewy mochi that will transport you straight to Kyoto. ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตโœจ Every bite is the perfect balance of earthy and sweet! ๐ŸคŒ
๐Ÿ“Œ Save this for your next dessert date & drop a ๐Ÿต below if you're a matcha addict!
๐Ÿ“ Nana's Green Tea, Melbourne
You just found your new comfort food obsession. ๐ŸฅŸโœจ You just found your new comfort food obsession. ๐ŸฅŸโœจ
If you need me, Iโ€™ll be at Hoppy Dumplings face-first in this spread. There is truly nothing better than:
Pan-fried dumplings with that perfect, golden crispy bottom.
Steaming bowls of wonton noodles that honestly feel like a warm hug. ๐Ÿœ
The ultimate cozy vibes and even better food.
๐Ÿ‘‡ Tag the friend who owes you a dumpling date!
Good coffee, good vibes, Good Mates. ๐Ÿซถ Come for th Good coffee, good vibes, Good Mates. ๐Ÿซถ Come for the brews, but stay for the thick, fluffy, house-made focaccia. You know you want a piece of this! ๐Ÿคค๐ŸŒฟ
Tucked away in West Melbourne, Kuru Cafe is a cosy Tucked away in West Melbourne, Kuru Cafe is a cosy, Japanese-styled hidden gemโ€”and yes, itโ€™s 100% dog-friendly! ๐Ÿถโœจ
The food was a solid, comforting meal, though it didn't completely blow me away. Here is the honest breakdown:
๐Ÿ› Curry Chicken Karaage: The highlight! Incredibly tender and full of flavor.
๐Ÿฑ Pork Katsu Teishoku: Flawlessly crispy batter, but the meat itself was just a bit too lean.
The Verdict: A lovely, aesthetic local spot for a quiet catch-up or a coffee date with your pup, even if itโ€™s not a total culinary game-changer.
๐Ÿ“ Kuru Cafe โ€“ West Melbourne
Brunch highs and brisket lows. ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿณ We dropped by Th Brunch highs and brisket lows. ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿณ We dropped by The Foodstore Cafe in Hawthorn East to see how their all-day menu stacks up. Read the full review over at penguineats.com! โ˜•๏ธ
It's so great to be back at our favourite @tempera It's so great to be back at our favourite @temperancesociety 
With a refreshing new menu perfect for this warm Autumn weather, we dug into the scrumptious "Fresh Orchard Crunch" and the decadent classic, "Huevos Benedictos".
Superb execution, bold flavours, fresh ingredients. What more could you ask for?!
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