Including a champion barista’s new Hawthorn cafe; a family-run cafe in Fairfield and a Brunswick East shop that uses electric-roasted beans.

Plus, the Australian Japanese author’s perfect beachside date place, her yum cha order and the Egyptian eatery she’s “obsessed” with.

A lovingly restored 35-year-old oven takes centrestage at Bar Cooper’s, cooking everything from oysters and flatbread, to fish and cocktail ingredients.

This month, we’re headed north to a little-known hideaway full of spirited omas and opas.

70 sculptures have popped up along the shoreline of Cottesloe as the outdoor exhibition returns for its 21st year. Photographer Danica Zuks was there to capture all the action.

The celebrated restaurant shares priceless stories of Samoan food and culture through an intimate dining experience. Chef-owner Henry Onesemo chats about this special set menu – showcasing childhood favourites to his take on the country’s obsession with corned beef – available for just $110 thanks to Mastercard.

The restaurateur’s 120-seat Mediterranean diner flaunts an Italian-made woodfired oven and a dedicated pasta room. And soon, it’ll have a sibling – Lucas has just announced the opening of a second Canberra venue in 2025.

Including the carwash bakery he loves, the best place to go if you’re with kids, and where he goes for salted caramel and chocolate gelato.

The Manly-born spot for whopping cookies and soft-serve is tripping north, with a Byron Bay outpost coming in time for Christmas.

The airline has announced three flights a week between Sydney and WA’s premier surf and gastronomic destination.

Across 27 years in the brewing game, Matso’s has blazed a trail through the Australian alcoholic ginger beer scene – and now they’re pouring beer, firing pizzas and hosting live music events in a new sunny spot just south of Noosa.