World Chaine Day 2025

The Victoria chapter (also known as Baillage) of La Chaine des Rotisseurs hosted a fabulous event this week at KOKO located in the folds of the Crown, Melbourne. All the courses were paired with the best of: from Sake to Hakutsuru "Puru Puru" Umeshu, a sparkling plum wine with jelly in it (tastes flavourful and... Continue Reading →

Take me back to Sri Lanka

INDU Sri Lankan restaurant I was recently introduced to by the Management of Mejico (modern Mexican restaurant and one of my favourites in Melbourne). Indu is next door to Mejico and part of the Sam Prince Hospitality Group that create modern interpretations of styled themes. So far they haven't put a move wrong finding locations... Continue Reading →

Melbourne hot spot Reine & La Rue

This elegant rather large space is one that will take your breath away. From the vast atrium of this heritage listed Melbourne Bank building with its spectacular ceiling to the fabulous cornice work and stained-glass windows. You might think you are in an elegant cathedral. The interior designers have honoured the architecture and given a... Continue Reading →

Champagne tasting at its finest!

Tyson Stelzer, the Don of all things Champagne, creates delicious events for trade/media and public.  Tyson's events are eagerly anticipated by both industry insiders and discerning Champagne enthusiasts. Recently, I attended an annual gathering of trade and media at The Plaza Ballroom, Melbourne. Here he created a platform for tasting quality champagnes from prestige household... Continue Reading →

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