Nourished:385

#cleaneating is a hashtag that has taken over social media. But what exactly is it ? Simply put, it is the idea of being more mindful of the food’s pathway between its origin and your plate.  Found in Prahran, Nourished:385 is Melbourne's newest clean eating cafe and restaurant, and is very much the epitome of a cool, calm and collected cafe. Head Chef Benjamin Hildred (ex Proud Mary) has produced a menu that aims to present foods as close...

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Night Noodle Markets 2014 - Part II

You may have already seen my first trip down to the Birrarung Marr. It. Was. Amazing. So it really shouldn’t be a surprise that my Night Noodle Market cravings got the better of me and had me begging for more.  Here are some visual highlights of my second trip down to the Night Noodle Markets. Enjoy ! Twice Cooked Pork Belly / White Cut Chicken / Crispy Prawn - Wonderbao Miyagi Fried Chicken - Mr. Miyagi  Nori...

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Night Noodle Markets 2014 - Part I

I must say, November has been rather exciting and it just keeps getting better. Not only does it herald the arrival of warmer weather, it also welcomed Australia’s largest food festival – Good Food Month. The Night Noodle Markets swept Melbourne off their feet in 2013 and now they are back – bigger and better than ever. Migrating from Alexandra Gardens to Birrarung Marr, this year we greet over 50 food stalls and food trucks representing Asia: with...

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La Svolta

To celebrate the arrival of balmy summer nights, an exciting new menu and outdoor dining terrace, I was invited to the exclusive unveiling of La Svolta’s estate Italiana all’aperto. Complete with a live Italian band playing into the evening, it was a night that excited the senses to indulge in a traditional Italian affair.  Arancini Balls Baby Snapper Skewers Prosciutto with Deep Fried Pizza Dough Pizza...

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Taste of Melbourne 2014 - Part II

Yup, thats right - I went back for more !  The launch of Taste of Melbourne on Thursday night was amazing - so amazing, and as much of a piggy I am, there is just so much one can fit in. So what did I do ? Head back on Saturday with an empty stomach of course.  Food coma and all, this post will be primarily photos - happy salivating ! Elote Callejero & Taco Al Pastor - Mamasita Pinchitos...

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