Lyndal Barnes has been in hospitality for her entire life, from working overseas in kitchens to having her own restaurants in Melbourne and on the Mornington Peninsula, including her beloved Mt Martha…
Food & Wine
By Andrea Louise Thomas Photo Yanni Forget Paris. If you want to experience the flavours of authentic French cuisine you need go no farther than Mornington. Café Gourmand on Main Street serves…
Miguel Maestre is a chef, restaurateur, author and television presenter, best known for presenting TV programmes such as Miguel’s Feast, Miguel’s Tropical Kitchen and Boys Weekend, and co-hosting the lifestyle television series…
By Melissa Walsh Photos Yanni In the middle of the Somerville shopping strip Smart Brothers Brewery beckons locals and visitors alike to come in and try thirst-quenching craft brew and delicious food,…
By Melissa Walsh Photos Gary Sissons The Thye family are experts in hospitality, having owned the fabulous Windows on the Bay in Mordialloc for seven years before deciding on a tree change…
By Melissa Walsh Photo Yanni There are not many restaurants where you can taste authentic Spanish cuisine, but Casa de Playa is one such place, with the kitchen overseen by head chef,…
By Melissa Walsh Photos Gary Sissons & supplied It’s been used in pies, slices and fruit salads but now local rhubarb has a new incarnation, being utilised in the Original Spirit Company’s…
By Andrea Louise Thomas Photos Yanni Not all rum is created equal. It’s not just something to mix with cola. Great rum can stand its own ground and be imbibed neat. Like…
By Melissa Walsh Photos Yanni Del Posto 2409 is the ultimate expression of what an Italian restaurant should be, and we are fortunate enough to have this Italian kitchen and bar right…