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26/08/2026

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📍 Melbourne

24/08/2026

Hidden Taiwanese street food in Melbourne🇹🇼🇦🇺
This place offers a fantastic selection of dishes that I absolutely love. Some of my favorites include flavorful pork rice, hearty beef noodles, crispy egg pancakes, and delicious bento boxes.

Steamed Bun with Pork Belly:
I started with the steamed bun filled with braised pork belly. It was beautifully presented, and the pork melted in my mouth, absolutely delightful! 🤤

Sausage with Sticky Rice:
Next, I tried the sausage with sticky rice. It’s a creative street food combo that works perfectly! 🤤

Corn Cheese Egg Pancake:
The cheesy corn and egg pancake is a must-try! It’s packed with flavor and pairs well with their house-made sauce. 😍

Oyster Pancake:
If you’re a fan of oysters, you must try the delicious oyster pancake paired with vermicelli. It’s a flavor explosion you won’t want to miss! 😋

Oyster Vermicelli:
The oyster vermicelli was absolutely delightful! The noodles were cooked to perfection, creating a wonderfully satisfying dish that I couldn’t get enough of. So delicious! 🤤

Deluxe Pork Rice:
I also enjoyed the deluxe pork rice, featuring braised pork, pork belly, and pork chop. The flavors were outstanding! 🤤

Sesame Oil Chicken Soup Pot:
The sesame oil chicken soup was full of flavor and paired perfectly with warm, fluffy rice, creating a comforting and satisfying meal! 🤪

Location: Ahma Taiwanese Street, 206 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000

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19/08/2026

G’day Foodies 👨‍🍳
Have you had a chance to experience Kopilicious? This eatery located in Melbourne CBD serves popular and genuine Malaysian hawker cuisine at reasonable prices, with a 4.3-star rating on Google Reviews. 😍

Featured:
Char Kway Teow:
I tried the popular dish Char Kway Teow. The rice noodles were cooked well with Chinese sausage, eggs, and prawns, giving it a tasty flavor from the wok.

Claypot Rice Drop Noodle:
The Claypot Rice Drop Noodle was very satisfying. It had chewy noodles in a rich, savory dark sauce, topped with egg and minced pork, and served with bok choy.

Braised Pork with Salted Fish :
The Braised Pork with Salted Fish was very tasty. The salted fish added a strong flavor, while just the right amount of spice made it great to eat with rice.

Nasi Lemak with Mamak Ayam Goreng
I tried Nasi Lemak with Mamak Ayam Goreng. The fried chicken is well-battered with spices and goes very well with the fragrant coconut rice. The sambal sauce and housemade drinks also add to the meal.

Location: kopilicious, Level 1/295 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Photography by Mr Lay | Melbourne Photographer c 2026

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Char Kway Teow:
I tried the popular dish Char Kway Teow. The rice noodles were cooked well with Chinese sausage, eggs, and prawns, giving it a tasty flavor from the wok.

Claypot Rice Drop Noodle:
The Claypot Rice Drop Noodle was very satisfying. It had chewy noodles in a rich, savory dark sauce, topped with egg and minced pork, and served with bok choy.

Braised Pork with Salted Fish :
The Braised Pork with Salted Fish was very tasty. The salted fish added a strong flavor, while just the right amount of spice made it great to eat with rice.

Nasi Lemak with Mamak Ayam Goreng
I tried Nasi Lemak with Mamak Ayam Goreng. The fried chicken is well-battered with spices and goes very well with the fragrant coconut rice. The sambal sauce and housemade drinks also add to the meal.

Location: kopilicious, Level 1/295 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000

15/08/2026

10/08/2026

Would You Call This the Perfect Hotpot Spot? ❤️ Part 3

This hotpot restaurant in Melbourne CBD offers an excellent hotpot experience and is known for its delicious signature broths. It has a 4.9-star rating on Google Reviews. 😍

We tried their new Haidilao Style Signature Feast combo deal, which includes 4 different meats, 8 sides, drinks, and 2 building set toys. I also had the opportunity to try the condiment station, where I could create my own sauce for dipping meats.🤩

I truly enjoy the volcano wagyu meat; it pairs perfectly with the sukiyaki broth and a special sauce created by the amazing hotpot staff. It’s so yummy! The noodle performance was truly amazing, highlighting impressive techniques, and the noodles were perfectly delicious.🤤

But wait, there’s more! What surprised me was when they served a platter of fruits with photos of me, which made this hotpot the best experience ever.😊

Location: Haidilao Hotpot, Level 3 Shop 304/287 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000 📍

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05/08/2026

Have I just discovered the newest bakehouse in this neighbourhood? Part 2 🥐🥐🥐

This popular bakery located in Nunawading offers a wide variety of pastries, all freshly made and baked on-site each day. It is owned by Jess Lemon , a contestant from MasterChef season 10. The bakery has a 4.6-star rating on Google reviews.

Hoisin pork floss
I tried the Hoisin pork floss, and it was delicious. The pastry was flaky and layered with hoisin sauce, topped with mayo, pork floss, and Furikake. The flavors combined well, making it a unique pastry to try out.🤤

Pain Au Chocolate
I also tried the Pain Au Chocolate, wonderfully hand crafted pastry wrap with sticks of dark chocolate. It was incredibly delicious, with a perfectly crunchy exterior that made each bite yummy.🤪

Danish with truffle mushrooms
Finally, the Danish with truffle mushrooms is a must try, stuffed with mushrooms, truffle, black pepper, and béchamel topped with cheese, and it was absolutely delicious.🤩

Location: JESS LEMON, 10 Market St, Nunawading VIC 3131 📍

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melbournefoodscene

31/07/2026

Did I just discover the finest pastries in this neighborhood? Part 1 🥐🥐🥐

This bakeshop in Glen Iris, Melbourne, offers a variety of freshly made baked goods, all baked daily in-store. It is run by Chef Difan, who specializes in pastries. The bakeshop has a 4.5-star rating on Google reviews.👏

Apple Danish:
I had to try the apple Danish, and it was a delightful combination of crispy, buttery pastry and flaky layers. The Granny Smith apple filling was sweet with a touch of sugar, creating a perfect balance of flavors.🍏🥐

Yuzu Danish:
This was my first time trying a Yuzu Danish. The Yuzu cream filling had a bright, zesty, and tangy citrus flavor that paired well with the deeply flaky and crunchy pastry.
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Almond Croissant:
Lastly, I tried the almond croissant. This one is my favorite, with a buttery and rich, crunchy croissant base filled with sweet, nutty almond paste and topped with roasted almond flakes, pairs well with a Iced Matcha drink.🥐

Location: AM BAKEHOUSE, 286D Tooronga Rd, Glen Iris VIC 3146 📍

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Melbournecafes

27/07/2026

G’day Foodies 🙋‍♂️
Have you tried Nikuland? It is a Japanese restaurant that specializes in Teppanyaki BBQ and Hikiniku Don, located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD 😍😍😍

📍 Location: 1/258 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Featured:
🍡 Yakitori Mix Platter:
We started our meal with the Yakitori Mix Platter, which was well seasoned and grilled to perfection! The platter features five different types of skewers, and my favorite was the chicken skewer paired with mentaiko mayo.

🥩 Black Truffle Wagyu Katsu set:
I had a unique experience with the Black Truffle Wagyu Katsu set. I cooked the wagyu using truffle butter on the teppanyaki grill, which perfectly complemented the steamed rice and side dishes.

🍔 Wagyu Hamburg with Kabayaki Unagi Fried Rice:
Finally, I savored an incredible Wagyu hamburger that was exceptionally juicy and rich in flavor! The highlight was watching the Unagi fried rice being prepared right before my eyes. What an extraordinary experience!



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24/07/2026

Have you ever tried the new Dubai Chocolate marshmallows? Now you can! Cloud Theory has recently launched a Dubai Chocolate style marshmallow. These treats are exclusively available at Costco locations across Australia. 😍😍😍

Dubai Chocolate Marshmallows:🍫
I tried Dubai chocolate marshmallows for the first time. It has a soft texture filled with pistachio cream and crispy Kataifi. It is drizzled with white chocolate and topped with chocolate flakes. The flavors go well together. This is definitely a snack you must try. Happy snacking!

Location: Costco across Australia, dessert & cake fridge section.📍

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26/04/2026

👨‍🍳 G’day foodies,
I spent my Sunday exploring the a wonderful event held at the Malvern East Town Hall where you can find toys, trading card games, and pop culture memorabilia. I had the chance to meet some amazing vendors ( .collective ) and incredible YouTuber ( ) as well. The variety of collectibles really brought back nostalgic memories for me 😭😭😭

Location for today event: Malvern Town Hall 📍

🗓️ Vintage & Modern Toy Fair also has upcoming events:
21 June 2026 Malvern Town Hall
9 August 2026 Monster Size Melbourne Showgrounds
18 October 2026 Malvern Town Hall

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