D.O.C. Pizza & Mozzarella Bar

My friend and I were only in for a quick bite, but from the moment we set foot into D.O.C. Pizza & Mozzarella Bar, we instantly felt the electrifying energy - from the vibrant buzz of the open-kitchen, the exuberant Italian culture to the smell of fresh pizza wafting through the air. We could not wait for dig in. Pizza Speck The pizza was soft, foldable and satisfyingly chewy, whilst the flavours of paper thin smoked prosciutto,...

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Matsuri

Positioned quietly on High Street  lies this lovely little Japanese restaurant, offering locals the fresh and light flavours of Japan. There was no doubt that Matsuri would be the destination for E's birthday dinner - mainly because E has been urging us to try Matsuri, for as long as any of us can remember. Though a small space, we were presented with a full menu - there was definitely no lack of options here....

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Fat Bob's Bar & Grill

Fat Bob's Bar & Grill really needs no introduction. You’ve heard it from The Burger Adventure, and you’ve seen it topping the charts on The Herald Sun, but what were my thoughts? Gourmet Zucchini Chips We started with the Gourmet Zucchini Chips, deep fried to a light and crispy finish, which contrasted nicely with the tender flesh of the zucchini.  Jackie O Juicy The 180g grass fed beef patty was cooked simply,...

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Top Paddock

Top Paddock, you never cease to amaze me. Today, I must simply rave about their Blueberry and Ricotta Hotcakes. We all know, I’m not one to order sweets, but these hotcakes - they're something different. They have been on my mind for as long as I can remember. Be it on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Urbanspoon or fellow bloggers’ posts, these hotcakes have been calling my name. Blueberry and Ricotta Hotcake The pillowy hotcake...

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Chocolate Truffles

There is really nothing quite like the silky sensation of rich creamy truffles - little pieces of heaven slowly melting on your tongue. And we all know, one is never enough. So I decided to go ahead and make a few dozen. Recipe:  ▢   200g good-quality milk chocolate, broken into small pieces ▢   2/3 cup thickened cream ▢   Icing sugar, to dust ▢   Cocoa powder, sifted to roll Step 1: In a large...

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Darac Grill & Bar

There are a few ways one can keep warm on cold Melbourne nights. Snuggling up with warm blankets, cranking up the heater, or piling on layers and layers of clothing are just a few of the options available. But, what better way to warm your body and get the taste buds going than a spicy Korean army stew at Darac Grill & Bar. Cheese Kimchi Sausage Stew Looking around, every table had an army stew going. Come to Darac and not...

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