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Hervey Bay is a hidden gem. The gateway to the seasonal whale playground and Fraser Island and with stunning beaches to the north and the south, it is a bit of a hidden little paradise, or at least parts of it are. It's a place we visit frequently, just a few hours north of Brisbane by car and is a quick getaway for a night or a weekend, flying into the Sunshine Coast and hiring a car, or fly direct to Hervey Bay airport. Dan and Steph's is our go to every time for a late bre

Tucked in a side street off Punt Road in Richmond, is the Rowena Corner Store. Some refer to it as a hipster heaven, but for me, it's just my local where they pour great coffee, care quite a bit about the local clientele, and dare I say, it's the place where everybody knows your name. Set in what was once an old school corner shop, there is a distinctly Mediterranean feel about the venue. It's also upgrading every week it seems. Shelves are stocked with a plethora of comest

Whether its your first time here or if you are a seasoned regular, St Ali is a reliable place to see and be seen. An always busy spot tucked away in Yarra Place, its has become almost a behemoth, dominating the small South Melbourne block. It was Saturday and we were with people about to buy a house so a Mimosa and a Bloody Mary were sensible decisions for a late morning brunch. There has often been a question whether St Ali is a victim of its own success the thing that can

Whilst lockdowns have all but devastated the hospitality industry across the country, there will always be survivors. Willow and Spoon, in Brisbane's inner suburban Wilston, is one of those survivors. It's an ever evolving project of love from owner Keith and his team. He has been in hospitality all of his career and doesn't know what else he would do. You can tell. There is a commitment here which is why the venue has stood the test of time. Willow and Spoon is housed in a