Amore on Lygon: Romantic Italian Dining in Melbourne’s Little Italy Fingers intertwined across a candlelit table, the scent of fresh basil and garlic dough scenting the air, hushed conversations, and somewhere in the distance, the gentle clink of wine glasses toasting to love. This is Valentine’s Day on Lygon Street – romance isn’t just a
Picture this: golden afternoon light streaming through lace curtains, the intoxicating aroma of garlic and rosemary dancing through the air, and generations gathered around a table groaning under the weight of culinary treasures. This is Christmas, Italian style – a symphony of flavours that transforms mere ingredients into memories that last a lifetime. La Vigilia:
In the bustling northern suburbs, where culinary diversity thrives, woodfire pizzas have secured a special spot on the menus of several discerning diners. Pull up a chair as we explore the deliciously distinctive qualities and flavours that set woodfire pizzas apart, making them an irresistible choice for pizza lovers in this vibrant foodie hub. The
The modest Margherita pizza is one of the most loved pizzas in Australia Aussies love Margherita pizza because the traditional Italian flavours are both classic and uncomplicated. The balance of perfectly ripened tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil on a crisp dough base with a drizzle of olive oil, is harmoniously fresh and tasty. So how
As most Melbournians’ feet hit the floor each morning, our first thought is coffee. Our love affair with the dark nectar has become part of our DNA since Italian immigrants introduced authentic espresso to Lygon Street in the mid-fifties, and Brunetti’s was amongst the pioneers of Melbourne’s Cafe Culture. Brunetti’s Lygon Street has become an
“Cinema Nova is the only place I know where you can see a film about a transgendered serial killer and order an organic chai latte. It’s a place where outsiders are scene.” Paige Turner This year Cinema Nova will celebrate 30 years of screened chaos. It was August 1992, when the Lygon Street cinema first
Melbourne’s quintessential Italian street festival, once known as the Lygon Street Festa, will bring together the best of both worlds at this year’s Melbourne Italian Festa 2022, in Carlton. Organised by Melbourne Italian Festa Committee this event is dedicated to celebrating Italian culture, community, and its profound history. We can’t think of a better way
Midweek Melbourne Money is back on the menu and what a tasty treat it is! First Come First Served Melbourne’s $10 million dining initiative is available right now from 7th March 2022. The hugely successful Midweek Melbourne Money program is back for a third serving, and this time there’s even more money on the table.