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14/09/2026

G’day Foodies 👨‍🍳
Could this be the most coziest steak frites spot?
This underground European bistro in Melbourne has a 4.3-star rating on Google Reviews. I visited on Wednesday for steak frites night, which is $32 and includes the signature MB2 Grass-Fed Porterhouse Steak with golden frites.

Steak Frites Night
The steak was cooked to a perfect medium rare, seasoned exquisitely, and matched delightfully with the house-whipped Café de Paris butter, producing rich, savory juices with each bite. It complemented the crispy golden frites wonderfully.

Bombe Alaska
I sampled the Bombe Alaska, a delightful meringue that is torched with alcohol. It includes layers of indulgent coffee and caramel ice cream, which complement the hazelnut crumbs beautifully; it was an incredible experience.

Location: Dolly, Le Méridien, 20 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Photography by Mr Lay | Melbourne Photographer 2026

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10/09/2026

Watch me attempt to make japchae korean noodles! 🍜
Let’s see how this goes… 😭

You’ll need a frying pan to sauté the veggies & stir-fry the meats

90g beef sirloin cut into strips
70ml beef marinade (available at your local asian grocery store)
sweet potato noodles 60g (available at your local grocery store)
2 tsp vegetable oil
50g carrots sliced
50g onions sliced
salt sprinkled
50g shiitake mushroom sliced
50g shimiji mushrooms sliced
50g Red capsicum sliced
50g Spring onions sliced
50g Baby spinach

Garnish
toasted sesame seeds
sesame oil

Follow me as I attempt to cook more recipes. Happy cooking! 🤤

06/09/2026

Watch me attempt to make chicken tacos fiesta! 🌮
Let’s see how this goes… 😭

You’ll need a frying pan to pan-fry the chicken.

1 pack of taco tortilla wraps (make sure to toast them in a toaster)
2 minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp Mexican seasoning (available at your local grocery store)
1 tbsp white pepper and salt
1 tbsp vegetable oil
400g chicken thighs
1 lettuce
1 avocado
1 tomato, diced (for salsa/pico de gallo)
1 tsp smoky chipotle sauce (or any sauce you like)
1 tsp lime juice

Follow me as I attempt to cook more recipes. Happy cooking!

01/09/2026

G’day Foodies👨‍🍳
Could this be the most coziest bakery in this neighbourhood? 🔥 🥐🔥
This bakeshop located in Glen Iris, Melbourne, provides an assortment of freshly baked items, all prepared in house each day. It is managed by Chef Difan, an expert in pastry-making. The bakeshop boasts a 4.5-star rating on Google reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Apple Danish:
I wanted to try the apple Danish, and it was a tasty mix of crispy, buttery pastry and flaky layers. The filling was made with Granny Smith apples, which tasted sweet with a hint of sugar. This created a nice balance of flavors. 🍏

Yuzu Danish:
This was my first time having a Yuzu Danish. The Yuzu cream filling had a bright, tangy citrus flavor that matched well with the flaky and crunchy pastry. 🍋

Almond Croissant:
Lastly, I tried the almond croissant. This is my favorite. It has a rich, buttery croissant base filled with sweet, nutty almond paste and topped with toasted almond flakes. It pairs well with an iced matcha drink. 🥐

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

Photography by Mr Lay | Melbourne Photographer 2026 📸

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This bakeshop located in Glen Iris, Melbourne, provides an assortment of freshly baked items, all prepared in house each day. It is managed by Chef Difan, an expert in pastry-making. The bakeshop boasts a 4.5-star rating on Google reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Apple Danish:
I wanted to try the apple Danish, and it was a tasty mix of crispy, buttery pastry and flaky layers. The filling was made with Granny Smith apples, which tasted sweet with a hint of sugar. This created a nice balance of flavors. 🍏

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Yuzu Danish:
This was my first time having a Yuzu Danish. The Yuzu cream filling had a bright, tangy citrus flavor that matched well with the flaky and crunchy pastry. 🍋

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Almond Croissant:
Lastly, I tried the almond croissant. This is my favorite. It has a rich, buttery croissant base filled with sweet, nutty almond paste and topped with toasted almond flakes. It pairs well with an iced matcha drink. 🥐

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28/08/2026

Melbourne’s newest bánh mì spot has arrived 🥖🔥
The lady in the video is Maria, who has over 20 years of experience in the baking industry and specializes in Vietnamese baked goods. She recently opened her bakery shop in the Melbourne Quarter, offering a variety of banh mi options to choose from. 🤩

🚨 To celebrate the launch of her bakery shop, Maria has a limited-time promotion: buy any banh mi and get a free small coffee from August 31st to September 4th 2026, between 6 AM and 12 PM* 🚨
*while stock last*

I tried:
Crispy Pork Banh Mi 🥖🔥
I tried the crispy pork banh mi, and it was very filling. The crispy pork belly paired well with egg mayo, pâté, and veggies topped with their special sauce. This has become my go-to crispy pork banh mi.

Lemongrass Beef Banh Mi 🥖🔥
This was my first time trying lemongrass beef banh mi. The beef was well-seasoned and had a strong citrus flavor from the lemongrass; the flavors paired well with the onions and vegetables in the banh mi.

Location:
Little Saigon Pantry, Melbourne Quarter, 697 Collins St, Docklands VIC 3008 📍

*came as a customer*

26/08/2026

.NOW OR NEVER FESTIVAL.
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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