which sold for $1,751,000 after fierce bidding in front of a large crowd The two-bedroom house at 90 Scotchmer Street had a large rear garden and sunroom and modern kitchen and bathroom. Jellis Craig agent and auctioneer Charles Atkins listed the home for sale with a quoted price range of $1.4 million to $1.5 million. which was quickly followed by a $1.55 million offer Five buyers traded nearly 40 bids over about 15 minutes The opening bidder successfully fended off all other buyers despite several attempts at knock-out bids “It was a home that’s probably been missing in the marketplace for some time and that’s why I feel like we had plenty of buyers that have come out of the woodwork today,” Atkins said They paid $251,000 more than the vendor’s reserve price Fitzroy North was recently crowned the most liveable suburb in Melbourne The auction was one of 775 scheduled in Melbourne this week Domain Group recorded a preliminary auction clearance rate of 72.7 per cent from 476 reported results throughout the week Withdrawn auctions are counted as unsold properties when calculating the clearance rate Sydney and Melbourne lead sustainable apartment housing boom Why luxury apartments are embracing pet perks Investors sell $4.3 million Drummoyne waterfront apartment at auction Sprawling apartment in Brisbane’s bohemian suburb sells for millions Frank Body co-founders list Melbourne home for $3.95m-$4.3m investors and first home buyers competed for a three-bedroom home The house at 3 Radiata Street had a large block that could be subdivided, and attracted six bidders. 1 Bath2 ParkingView listing O’Brien agent Mark Burke had the sale; he listed the home for sale with a quoted price range of $550,000 to $605,000 Burke said the auction opened with a bid of $540,000 It sold to a Melbourne investor for $701,200 “Stock is low and 50 per cent of the buyers were from Sydney Then you had Melbourne investors and first home buyers,” he said “People are scared the prices are going to go up more “I wouldn’t be surprised that at the end of the year those houses that are worth $700,000 are worth $750,000.” Burke said the investor buyers were considering developing the block in future a large apartment sold for $1.01 million to an owner-occupier in a quick competition with assertive bidding The two-bedroom unit at 307/1 Palmer Street had a flexible floor plan, a third room which could be used as a study or spare bedroom, and a leafy outlook over Palmer Street. BigginScott agent and auctioneer Andrew Crotty listed the property for sale with a quoted price range of $950,000 to $1 million. 2 Baths1 ParkingView listing The auction began with a bid at the bottom of range The second bidder countered with a $975,000 offer The opening bidder then raised the price to $980,000 a man buying on behalf of a younger family member who would live in the home I think it’s his second home,” Crotty said He’s got his family here with him which is terrific “The underbidder has been through several times I think they respect the fact that it’s a really quality build.” The unit was a tenanted investment property and the residents’ lease was expected to end in a couple of months the price of a family home passed its reserve with one bid The three-bedroom house at 41 Charmaine Avenue was listed with a quoted price range of $850,000 to $935,000 and sat on a large 535-square-metre block. Jas Stephens listing agent George Alexander said the opening bid of $1,015,000 knocked out a lot of competition. 2 Baths4 ParkingView listing He said the reserve was set at $950,000. “What I think it was, and a lot of locals were telling me this because this is the first time I’ve sold in Avondale, is that this pocket is a blue-ribbon pocket,” Alexander said. Two bidders competed to push the price to $1,117,000, he said, and it sold to the opening bidder. They were from out of the area and saw the house for the first time only on Saturday. “At the end of the day, it’s still 500 square metres and a nice house which you can just move into, and it’s hard to get that for $1 million these days,” Alexander said. The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate stability and flexibility in iconic Fitzroy NorthPresented by Fitzroy & Co by Est A chic new build-to-rent development in the heart of Fitzroy North offers a trendy brand-new opportunity for renters eager to settle in one of Melbourne's most popular cultural hubs Fitzroy & Co by Est a one-of-a-kind build-to-rent (BTR) project is shaping up to be one of the hottest new rental addresses in inner-city Melbourne since launching in October residents have easy access to some of the inner north's best cafes and boutiques while being able to enjoy a village lifestyle in leafy Fitzroy North It's also close to the lush greenery of Darling Gardens and just steps away from the 86 tram The tram takes you directly to the city in under 30 minutes or to the Northcote, Thornbury, and Preston sections of High Street, recently named the world's hippest neighbourhoods by TimeOut Carefully crafted to reflect the character of the local area Fitzroy & Co offers residents a blend of charm and creative flair The interiors are styled by renowned Australian designer Emma Elizabeth while the architectural design is the work of Life Architecture Renters have an abundance of chic and stylish homes to choose from Chief Operating Officer of Salta Properties says the project is "a stylish reflection of the local Fitzroy North identity”," offering brand-new one- and three-bedroom apartments that are benefitted by an abundance of special and shared amenity spaces "We take a lot of pride in what we have created at Fitzroy & Co Understanding the character of the Fitzroy North suburb we wanted to ensure the project had a sense of individuality that would benefit its location," she shares." Fitzroy & Co is designed to attract a diverse range of residents from young professionals and couples to long-term overseas visitors and trendy young families seeking that unique Fitzroy vibe it aims to enrich the lives of its residents by offering a variety of spaces to work "This is a really special first project for us because we could make it quite personal and intimate due to the Fitzroy location," she shares the boutique scale of the project has allowed us to create a residential experience with an exceptional level of personalisation tailored to our diverse range of residents we dedicated a great deal of time considering how to prioritise the residents "Fitzroy & Co exemplifies this vision and the project has been well received by prospective renters,” shared Woodhouse The homes aims to provide choice and community for its residents the resident experience is designed to make daily life as seamless as possible This includes providing residents with support services such as removalists for transportation and furnishing options through Est partner Globe West Apartments can be rented either unfurnished or furnished Fitzroy & Co’s in-house operations team is on hand to perform a list of apartment modifications such as installing TV brackets and arranging for furniture to be assembled "We have a range of floorplans on offer for residents to pick from and all apartments feature balconies with double-glazed sliding doors with dual access to bedrooms and living spaces for an expansive indoor-outdoor living experience All of the additional shared spaces have then been designed to be an extension of the apartments so the whole building will feel like your home,” said Woodhouse including options for wallpaper and modifications by Est's in-house team Another major highlight at Fitzroy & Co is the stunning monochrome art mural that adorns the outside of the building it celebrates the connection between people and is crafted by local First Nations artist and curator Lisa Waup the building features a diverse collection of art pieces hand-picked and designed by First Nations artists—many local and emerging—including Benjamin Baldwin communal areas are fitted with local and vintage finds featuring furniture from designers such as Dowel Jones and Ross Gardam "When you walk through the front doors of Fitzroy & Co there is an immediate sense of familiarity and warmth "You can feel the passion and attention to detail that has gone into every element of the design "Every piece has been chosen to create the building’s distinct personality and a true sense of local," Woodhouse adds Incredible offerings that are proving popular with residents and their friends include a stunning rooftop area with a dining spot most of the floor is dedicated to an indoor-outdoor resident's lounge a record lounge with over 1,000 vinyl records These spaces all adjoin the rooftop terrace which not only features incredible city views but also includes a fully grassed and fenced pet park and spa for residents' furry friends The resident rooftop and sky terraces encapsulate the iconic Fitzroy North lifestyle fully equipped by global provider Technogym as well as co-working spaces complete with all the necessary tech including monitors and a separate meeting room for private use "When designing the shared spaces at Fitzroy & Co we spent time understanding what our potential residents would need and how we could enhance their lives with amenities that made an impact,” Woodhouse shares Taking the resident experience to the next level Est’s on-site host team is always there to help and also curates social events to foster connections within the building With sustainability at the heart of the Est brand Fitzroy & Co partners with sustainable local brands such as UPPAREL and #GoKindly allowing residents to recycle unwanted clothing or bedding The library and co-working space is perfect for those that like to work from home Woodhouse highlights that build-to-rent is an emerging living sector that offers much more than a traditional rental apartment "Living in a build-to-rent building offers an elevated living experience that prioritises the resident,” she shares renters have peace of mind that their experience will be one of quality and security offering people flexibility and stability throughout the many changes of people’s lives There is also much more flexibility in terms of lease lengths for people seeking both short-term and long-term options.” Flexibility is one of the major drawcards for renters who have been forced to compromise until now Designed to support Melburnians with quality and attainable rentals for the long-term Salta’s Est BTR platform is set to deliver over 4,000 community-focused residences that reflect local contexts This initiative enables renters to live their best life in a way that suits their demands with projects scheduled for completion in central Melbourne locations including Richmond and Docklands Apartments within 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By accessing or using our platform, you agree to our Terms of Use. It’s not as sexy as (the much-maligned) burrata. Or as sharp as the “king of cheeses” But dare I ask: is ricotta so hot right now Hot-Listed new wine bar Suze – by former Napier Quarter head chef Steve Harry and former Marion restaurant manager Giulia Giorgetti – makes a compelling case for yes Is a wine bar even a wine bar if it doesn’t have a variation of a dish that reads: [cheese] [price you clock as slightly steep but ignore when ordering] cheese-centred small plates are created equal travel spots and more – curated by those who know pepperberry” is conversation-stoppingly good “It’s the biggest-selling dish by far,” Harry says “That and the focaccia are on every single table.” Harry served something similar at Napier Quarter ricotta (“recooked” in Italian) is made from the whey by-product of cheesemaking Harry does it from scratch before service – using St David Dairy milk and cheese gently infused with bay leaf – so the first few tables get it still warm a circular bed of ricotta is laid on the plate carved into almost transparently thin rounds each one ever so lightly seasoned with salt to make the flesh more pliable without robbing it of its bite baby-food-textured persimmons (me) have nothing to fear Then, a dressing that epitomises Harry’s genius ability to layer flavour in a low-key, high-impact way. Last season’s dried figs are sliced, splashed with Mount Zero chardonnay verjus and steeped overnight until jammy, laying the flavour foundations while crushed pepperberries add a ballsy heat – similar to Sichuan pepper – to the mix bleeding into a golden moat of Mount Zero extra-virgin olive oil forgo your doorstop of focaccia – there’s plenty to mop up later on before the lean acidity of the verjus slices in and the pepperberries’ mildly tongue-numbing quality creates a curious whir of warmth in your mouth that keeps you coming back for more I Can’t Stop Thinking About is a series about dishes Broadsheet editors and writers are obsessed with I Can’t Stop Thinking About: Aperitivo Hour at Bar Olo I Can’t Stop Thinking About: Joy Jaune’s Strawberry Panna Cotta I Can’t Stop Thinking About: Sonny’s Fried Chicken and House-Made Hot Sauce I Can’t Stop Thinking About: Gimlet’s Cheeseburger This place opened recently and has the whole city talking Where to Find Australia’s Best Inner-City Bakeries By Katya Wachtel By Katya Wachtel By Matheus The definitive guide to Melbourne’s most essential food and drink experiences – updated every week the couple has drawn on that wealth of experience to create a venue that feels like a pure distillation of what a Melbourne wine bar should be Harry’s cooking what he calls “Melbourne wine bar cuisine,” which means small snacks that give Australian accents to European staples such as the Gilda to bigger mains like a pork chop with plum and celeriac where Giorgetti and her front-of-house staff can guide you through the half-Australian half-European wine list with charm and ease uncomplicated space that’s versatile enough to suit any experience – from a quick solo drink and a bite This place was added to the Hot List recently and has the whole city talking Website: suzefitzroy.com We do not seek or accept payment from the cafes bars and shops listed in the Directory – inclusion is at our discretion Venue profiles are written by independent freelancers paid by Broadsheet Bakeries and Restaurants That Opened or Closed in April 32 of the Hottest Dishes and Drinks in Melbourne Right Now Menu Reveal: Five Things To Order at Junda Khoo’s Ho Liao First Look: Filipino Pop-Up Palay Moves to Fitzroy for Good The Hot List is the definitive guide to Melbourne’s most essential food and drink experiences, updated weekly. Learn more If you had a friend from out of town visiting Melbourne for a few days, where would you send them? That’s a question we kept asking ourselves when we were creating The Hot List We wanted the list to be filled with the venues Right now the answer to that question is Suze We’re lucky enough to be completely spoiled on the wine bar front in Melbourne great drinks lists and food good enough to make restaurants nervous So how do you stand out in such a crowded (and excellent) field it’s actually by blending in and really taking the “if it ain’t broke It’s a Melbourne wine bar whose goal is to just be the best Melbourne wine bar it can be the wine list is half European and half Australian and some bottles are natural while others are more traditional that’s a focaccia you’ll spy on chef and co-owner Steve Harry’s menu and you’d better believe it’s best enjoyed with some house-made ricotta to dip it in you can build your own meal with snacks and sides such as chicken liver parfait or marinated bullhorn peppers or split a few larger things like a whole flounder or a pork chop among yourselves And that deep trove of experience translates onto the plate and into the glass Go for a night out at Suze and you’ll be in for a polished Suze isn’t reinventing the wheel and it’s not tossing out the rulebook Instead it’s being almost subversive by playing it straight Just when you thought Melbourne didn’t have room for any more wine bars one like Suze comes in to remind us all why we fell in love with wine bars to begin with www.broadsheet.com.au/hotlist/melbourne The Hot List is proudly sponsored by Square recently hatted Fitzroy North bistroIt’s the final weeks of a 14-year-old favourite that’s been in its “golden period” And what could come next equals a big change in direction Remove items from your saved list to add more Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime ShareFourteen years since opening Pinotta – Fitzroy North’s neighbourhood bistro that earned a hat last year under chef Philippa Sibley – owner Heidi Modra is selling Modra will depart at the end of April while Sibley will finish in mid-May as a prospective buyer looks to flip the St Georges Road venue into a Greek restaurant Pinotta is a Fitzroy North favourite.Bonnie Savage“There was a point last year – even with all the success getting a hat included – of knowing I was meant to be happier about how great the restaurant [was],” says Modra but I realised that no matter how great it is it doesn’t make running a small business any easier “No one’s had a moment to recover post-COVID and every year since has delivered a different struggle I needed to step out of it so I could look back and reflect.” with a layer of hazelnut sponge.Bonnie SavageModra has had the restaurant since 2011 But securing celebrated chef Philippa Sibley in 2023– who’s worked for decades at such Melbourne institutions as Tansy’s Circa the Prince and more – was game-changing “Sibley started last spring and the pairing has turned into a golden period for Pinotta,” Dani Valent wrote in her 2024 review Less than two years since Sibley took over the kitchen Pinotta’s sale is in motion, but it hinges on the transfer of the liquor licence, which has been delayed. Yianni Malindretos – outgoing venue manager at Kafeneion – says he plans to turn the site into a Mediterranean restaurant inspired by his birthplace Questions remain over whether he retains Pinotta’s name and if there’s a brief closure before his restaurant is up and running “The change [to Greek cuisine] isn’t suitable for me,” says Sibley who’s leaving to focus on her catering business and her art which she’s soon to exhibit at North Gallery Philippa Sibley at last November’s Good Food Guide awards where she was nominated for Chef of the Year.Luis Enrique AscuiAdvertisement“I’ve had an absolute blast at Pinotta,” she adds “I get really bored and I have a massive repertoire Modra looks back on 14 years of Pinotta with pride and hopes it will be remembered as a neighbourhood institution “I didn’t think that running a restaurant would give me so much fulfillment,” she says the first dates that have gone on to marriages the hospitality community that’s been around me – there’s legacy in all of those things.” Pinotta has been part of a tight-knit community in Fitzroy North for more than a decade.Bonnie SavageAdvertisementDespite the challenges of operating her own restaurant “I really love hospitality and I want to stay in this industry” Her next step is a job at online wine retailer The Local Drop’s soon-to-open Collingwood cafe and wine bar hatted wine bar Public Wine Shop is also in the midst of change Sydney; Cutler & Co) finishing up this month 32 Best Street, Fitzroy North, pinotta.com Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon The best of Melbourne straight to your inbox We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news Sign up for our email to enjoy Melbourne without spending a thing (as well as some options when you’re feeling flush) Our newsletter hand-delivers the best bits to your inbox Sign up to unlock our digital magazines and also receive the latest news By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Melbourne Time Out Melbourne never writes starred reviews from hosted experiences – Time Out covers restaurant and bar bills for reviews so that readers can trust our critique It’s almost as if a bunch of jaded publicans recently got together at a committee meeting and unanimously agreed: the old-school Aussie pub experience needs to come back Such is the revival of the vintage pub (pubcore?) experience in Melbourne right now one can’t help but muse at the irony of something built on reversing trends… well It’s about time you could once again get a proper VB or Carlton Draught on tap (‘cause mate all that craft shite’s hoppier than a cane toad infestation) and get stuck into a gravy-drenched schnitty at your inner-city local with its packs of mates watching the footy over a round of frothies and youngsters huddled outside to roll cigs and talk politics – mullets And now adding to the northside wave of true-blue Aussie pub revivals I thought of it as a place to get a frosty pint and stare at all the footy paraphernalia as a kind of dissociative anthropological exercise this tucked-away corner pub retains the spirit of the AFL but is now utterly refreshed and offering a far more inviting experience than ever before pets and groups of friends playing pool – a welcome boost of energy to this historic neighbourhood watering hole that’s long needed a bit of love The outdoor courtyard is a particularly tempting proposition on sunny afternoons Though I can sense its energy has been restored I’m most interested in the food glow-up The kitchen has decided on a somewhat contemporary revival of retro Aussie recipes – think a pie floater with green pea gravy steak and crowd-pleasing sticky date pudding for dessert So how does the ‘contemporary’ part come in The aforementioned pie floater is far more sophisticated than one might anticipate at first glance ale-braised beef cheek and a tastefully balanced housemade gravy – nothing at all like the mysterious mince meat of a servo pie and the lightly minted pea sauce is its perfect traditional ally The retired dairy cow cheeseburger sounds highfalutin but old-school burger lovers are sure to have no beef (pardon the pun) This is a flippin’ good burger (I can’t stop) its richness instead coming from a generous dollop of burger sauce and tasty American cheese This heaven-sent slab of delight is extremely moist with a thick crumb and the delicate malt ice cream it’s cushioned against far outshines plain vanilla there’s a solid round-up of cocktails but we want to stick to old-school beer and wine The pub’s signature Arms Ale is pale A very easy pint to sink down and immediately want another.   Remember the days when a pub’s house wine tasted more vinegary than your friend’s dad’s home winemaking project the Fitzroy North Arms leaves this phenomenon in the past where it belongs My house chardonnay (Arms Table Blanc) is an excellent value drop.  this doggo-friendly destination feels like it was curated especially for the local community and I haven’t experienced a more welcoming vibe – or top-notch pub menu – in yonks There are definitely fancier eats and vegan options if you’re bringing along a diverse crew of dietaries and the TV screens ensure you’ll never miss a game So give it a go on your next wander; just don’t be surprised if you stay on for an extra pint or two Thanks for subscribing! Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! twitterinstagrampinterestAbout us Contact us And return to a Melbourne dining institution that’s been revived ShareThis venue appears in the April 2025 Melbourne hit list. See all stories.What’s red, white and out every night of the week? The checked tablecloths along Lygon Street where restaurants mostly stick to the roll-call of dishes many Melburnians intrinsically link with Italian food Not that there’s anything wrong with that: it’s comfort food for many of us But four new Italian spots – most of them nowhere near Carlton – are taking their pasta and tiramisu to new places “This area really needed something like this,” he says The two-tone space is kitted out in warm walnut timber and textured grey walls D’Sylva describes the menu as “loosely Italian” though it’s punctuated withAsian (his signature yellow duck curry from Coda) and French (creme brulee) flourishes Rigatoni with spicy vodka sauce at Decca.SuppliedFresh pasta still takes precedence with a $30,000 La Monferrina machine extruding shapes of all sorts: paccheri for white Tuscan ragu of sausage porcini mushrooms and cavolo nero; rigatoni for spicy vodka sauce; and casarecce for a classic carbonara A Parrilla charcoal grill touches much of the menu from the 1.2-kilo rib-eye to the king prawns finished with roasted garlic butter Tiramisu fans can find it in two untraditional forms is mascarpone-based and flecked with sponge cake and chocolate shavings; while a dessert cocktail blends Broken Bean coffee liqueur with Flor de Cana rum and Baileys 27 Mills Boulevard, Alphington, instagram.com/decca_restaurant ‘Cheap and cheerful and so fun’: The Italian restaurants Pia Miranda loves to eat atAdvertisementCaffe Greco OakleighA fixture of 1990s Melbourne has been resurrected Owner Nick Zampelis first opened Caffe Greco on Chapel Street in 1994 inspired by the story behind Rome’s oldest coffee house (with which it shares a name) established 265 years ago by a Greek migrant and visited by writers Caffe Greco gives equal billing to Greek and Italian dishes on its menu.SuppliedReviving the all-day restaurant in Melbourne’s Greek centre was a no-brainer - and Zampelis has gone all out for the 300-seater The original’s red-leather booths are joined by marble classical frescoes and imposing chandeliers at this third iteration (a branch operated at Crown until 2010) The Greek-meets-Italian menu includes 14-hour lamb shoulder and rib-eye cotoletta with semi-dried tomatoes Classic Italian pizzas are joined by a saganaki one with fig jam are made by the Bruno family who ran Cafe Siciliadolce “I’m trying to highlight to everyone the rich history that both these cultures [Italian and Greek] have.” 27-29 Eaton Mall, Oakleigh, caffegrecooakleigh.com Change is afoot in North Melbourne and chef Salvatore Giorgio is part of that he’s written a menu that’s all about Italy’s south “I’ve always wanted to intertwine the southern regions – Campania Its namesake speaks to that: taralli are circular savoury crackers made slightly differently in each region Bar Taralli’s bombette are little rounds of pork wrapped in pancetta and stuffed with cheese.Arianna LeggieroWhile some familiar dishes dot the menu house-made ’nduja arrives at the table in a candle-lit terracotta pot so it stays warm a short pasta with a noodle-like shape from the Amalfi Coast And Pugliese bombette are “little bombs” of pork scotch stuffed with caciocavallo cheese wrapped in pancetta and cooked over charcoal – a little like a mini porchetta “I want to show people that Italian food isn’t generic,” says Giorgio “Spaghetti bolognese doesn’t even exist in Italy.” 12 Errol Street, North Melbourne, bartaralli.com.au Her partner Alex Macchi is the pizzaiolo, bringing experience from Di Stasio Carlton and 400 Gradi. Roasted eggplant parmigiana is an owner-favourite, while customers are flocking to the polpette featuring beef meatballs, and mortadella with burrata on a white base. Focaccia sandwiches are also available. 10 of Melbourne’s best Italian restaurants (and how to dine for less at each)AdvertisementSlices are pulled from the Moretti Forni electric deck oven ready in less than a minute if they’re already on display or 10 minutes if Macchi needs to make it from scratch The mix-and-match menu and speedy turnaround makes Pizzette perfect for solo ventures slurp a lemon granita or Cortese soft drinks imported from Italy 361 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, pizzette.au This hatted restaurant is a jewel, nestled in our critic’s least favourite location in MelbourneToddy Shop chef Mischa Tropp’s fire-driven, premium restaurant at Crown feels real, right and resonant. A new Fitzroy North spot brings Italy’s bar culture to a leafy cornerSuze is the answer when low-commitment dining is on the cards. 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first project—in Melbourne’s Fitzroy North.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 14-storey Fitzroy \u0026amp; Co project at 249 Queens Parade and more than 1000sq m of lifestyle amenity and shared communal spaces.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFitzroy \u0026amp; Co also includes a co-working space and a music lounge with a record collection.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eResidents will also have access to the Est experience app.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe building has three basement levels for storage and parking.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEst will provide ongoing activities including health and wellness classes as well as an annual contribution to a social committee of residents to invest in events of its choosing.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere is also be a loyalty program to reward residents who stay and renew leases.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSalta plans to engage neighbourhood businesses to provide external services such as pet walking according to 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will deliver 312 homes in a mix of one two and three-bedroom apartments as well as townhouses and penthouses.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Lendlease the project has already secured more than 50 per cent in presales.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHickory is the construction contractor—it completed the precinct’s first development in 2019 and is also working on LendLease’s second tower Regatta.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ancora Hickory is implementing several technical construction methods including various piling techniques and precast concrete solutions that enable a parallel-track construction program.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe building’s facade designed by architect Warren and Mahoney uses a three-stage design incorporating double-glazed glass and textured precast concrete with Reckli and brick finishes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe structural design transitions from a solid podium base to lighter upper levels “reflecting a maritime theme” aligned with the Collins Wharf design objectives.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncora will connect to the neighbouring Regatta development via a podium allowing resident access to shared amenities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an all-electric building that includes electric vehicle infrastructure the development is targeting a 5 Star Green Star certification Completion is expected in 2027.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegatta including build-to-rent and build-to-sell units.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtensive wharf works including remediation of pre-existing wharf piles installation of raker piles and construction of the extension to Australia Walk are also part of the project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical challenges include constructing on the finger wharf and co-ordinating extensive above-wharf road reserve and public parkland works.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Collins Wharf precinct will ultimately comprise six residential buildings of more than 1800 homes surrounded by over 5000sq m of parks and community space.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease is developing the parkland concurrently with the residential components including the extension of Australian Walk that forms part of the City of Melbourne’s Greenline project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease executive director of development Adam Williams said Collins Wharf “is fast becoming a sought-after address .. which took just a handful of hours to emerge on Saturday night the Coalition’s failure to sway voters has come under intense scrutiny.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts lack of policies around property that resonated with voters has been a large part of that criticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong those policies was a $5-billion infrastructure program to unlock up to 500,000 new homes was greeted with no small amount of scepticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Coalition also campaigned on its previously revealed plan to allow first home buyers to draw down on their superannuation giving access to up to $50,000 to help fund mortgage deposits.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile that proposal had won some support it got the thumbs down from many of Australia’s top economists who said the measure could prove highly inflationary among other issues.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimilarly its plan to allow mortgage interest for first home buyers to be tax-deductible was roundly criticised for its likely inflationary and regressive effects.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has also been pointed out that the Coalition’s rejection of the Green’s policies around housing supply affordable housing and help for renters did it no favours.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ALP went to the polls spruiking an extension of schemes introduced during its previous term including a $10-billion promise for its first-home buyers’ scheme to encourage 100,000 more homes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt also had its Help to Buy shared equity scheme under which the Government pays up to 40 per cent of the house price to point to.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf it was these policies per se or the lack of detail and depth to the Coalition’s the nation's ready for the Albanese government to act.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is clear been endorsed to follow through on its policies and fix the crisis that is crippling the Australian property sector.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Urban Taskforce Australia chief executive\u0026nbsp;Tom\u0026nbsp;Forrest has pointed out it is time for the Federal Government to get back to work.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Housing affordability and housing supply featured large during the campaign,” Forrest said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The key now is for the Government to strike while the iron’s hot.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“If legislation is needed to support the delivery of Labor’s $10-billion 100,000 new homes commitment—then pass it through the parliament now and get on with it.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe states have made many changes to how they enable home development The Federal Government’s support of that is crucial to its success material supply assistance or any other factor that affects getting homes out of the ground.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis has been a pivotal election Then Cities for Total Fan Immersion\",\"slug\":\"billionaire-arsenal-rams-denver-nuggets-sports-anchored-precincts\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-04-30T00:00+10:00\",\"tags\":[],\"summary\":\"Why your next home might be stadium-adjacent; sports are the hook opening its first project—in Melbourne’s Fitzroy North The 14-storey Fitzroy & Co project at 249 Queens Parade and more than 1000sq m of lifestyle amenity and shared communal spaces Fitzroy & Co also includes a co-working space and a music lounge with a record collection Residents will also have access to the Est experience app The building has three basement levels for storage and parking Est will provide ongoing activities including health and wellness classes as well as an annual contribution to a social committee of residents to invest in events of its choosing There is also be a loyalty program to reward residents who stay and renew leases Salta plans to engage neighbourhood businesses to provide external services such as pet walking childcare support and holistic health services on demand The developer’s $3-billion move into the sector was a natural according to Salta managing director Sam Tarascio “The build-to-rent sector is a natural extension of Salta’s business model that complements our existing portfolio and operational expertise and allows us to invest in a category of living that we believe has a strong growth trajectory,” Tarascio said The integrated private property group said it had more than 4000 apartments in its build-to-rent pipeline under Est Projects were planned for Richmond and Docklands Salta now has a total pipeline of residential industrial and retail development of more than $6 billion It has also partnered with Vicinity in undertaking a transformation of a key shopping centre at Richmond Not-for-profit consultancy Yarra Energy Foundation (YEF) has said that its Fitzroy North community battery in Melbourne The Fitzroy North community battery energy storage system (BESS) is a 120kW/309kWh Pixii PowerShaper, launched in June 2022. The Victoria government funded it via its Neighbourhood Battery Initiative Round 1 The system operates on the electricity market via retailer Acacia Energy the community BESS’ revenue came mainly from energy arbitrage (AU$8,158) throughout the year with a smaller portion coming from Citipower’s bidirectional community battery trial tariff (AU$1,046) This tariff enables a battery to earn income by charging and discharging at times that support the network Citipower owns and operates the electricity distribution system in the city’s Central Business District and launched the trial in July 2022 Revenue was negatively impacted by 11% system downtime caused by equipment and software issues while a power spike problem hindered participation in the frequency control ancillary services (FCAS) markets the battery charged 81MWh and discharged 64MWh with an average roundtrip efficiency of 79% Below is a breakdown of the community battery’s performance over the financial year It is worth noting that Stace Tzamtzidis, solar, storage and EV regional director at energy management solutions provider GridBeyond Australia, said that a community BESS in the country could earn up to AU$250,000 year in an article for Energy-Storage.news last year a 1MW community-owned battery enrolled in the Frequency Control Ancillary Services (FCAS) programme could generate AU$250,000/year in revenues for its community owners Despite the start of operations from July to December 2023 performing relatively smoothly the community BESS was soon hit with several issues Yarra had to solve Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) updates to the interface with Acacia’s dispatch system caused an unplanned outage in December 2023 This was quickly fixed before a larger issue This battery failure impacted the power supply to the 4G router and caused the system to go offline After resolving these issues on 12 January the system stayed offline for an additional nine days as the dispatch command responsibility shifted from Mill Software to Acacia Energy the system remained unavailable until 21 January 2024 The community BESS was also impacted by a transmission line outage on 13 February which led to wholesale electricity prices skyrocketing to the market cap standing at around AU$16,600/MWh for 120 minutes the community battery continued to charge normally because AEMO provided delayed spot price signals to Acacia’s dispatch engine As a direct result of charging during this peak price event the system incurred a cost of AU$320 that day The community battery returned to steady operations throughout April to June 2024 operating without any major disruption The report comes as Ausgrid has switched on a new 200kW/284kWh community BESS in Cammeray The community battery is owned by Australian network company Ausgrid and becomes the latest in its portfolio in Sydney. The organisation launched its ninth community battery in Bondi the community battery will serve around 350 local citizens and provide approximately AU$200 in savings a year Australia has some of the highest residential solar penetration rates worldwide with over four million rooftop installations The country also leads the world in per capita solar production with research from think tank Ember indicating that 2023’s average was around 1,810kWh home batteries have not matched this substantial solar PV uptake larger community batteries have grown in popularity combining multiple residential areas to pool household renewable energy generation through rooftop solar PV There’s only one chef in Australia who would speak of a salad as “over-friendly I’ve never been loved in that way by lettuce but I get what Philippa Sibley is saying as she describes greens gone wrong Her Friendly Salad ($12) at Pinotta does not hump Every leaf has been selected for its pert curl and bright crispness; it’s sassy but not domineering stern attention given to a side dish is a sign of this great chef’s relationship with the craft of preparing food Sibley has been cooking professionally since 1989 where she has worked at (and occasionally owned) restaurants including Tansy’s Syracuse and most recently Hero at Federation Square You might wonder how she got pigeonholed as a pastry chef when she makes one of the best duck sauces in town But you could be sure of one thing: wherever it is Tiramisu with a layer of hazelnut sponge.Bonnie SavageCharming bistro Pinotta is a great fit for the peripatetic Pip Sibley Heidi Modra’s restaurant opened 13 years ago and she runs it like a general store in a country town maybe a bit like Cummins on SA’s Eyre Peninsula People walk by with their shopping and stop for a hug Her sense of community is a magnet and salve A former graphic designer who sought work that offered more human connection she’s battled through hospitality’s hard times anchoring herself in this 50-seat restaurant with its chatty front bar and small central kitchen that squeezes diners past it to the rear dining room The neighbourhood restaurateur was intimidated when Sibley was suggested as her next chef but the women connected over a belief in the honour inherent in looking after people in restaurants “But instead of playing it at 45rpm I keep it on 33rpm,” Modra told me Sibley started last spring and the pairing has turned into a golden period for Pinotta and the latter sits down to handwrite a menu ephemera that turns into a wine-splotched archive of Sibley’s repertoire full of details that feed into the delight Focaccia ($8) is made Pugliese-style with hot potato in the dough Oysters ($6 each) are shucked with precision and respect maybe with pumpkin roasted twice to concentrate its sweetness Blood oranges for a fennel salad ($26) will be segmented as though by laser Confit duck with “one of the best duck sauces in town”.Bonnie SavageAdvertisementConfit duck ($48) is spiced and judiciously salted with a fragrant jus If some meat sauces are like getting stuck in a bog this one is like splashing joyfully in a shallow puddle of spring rain Tiramisu ($18) is a little jazzed up: mine had a layer of hazelnut sponge that turns a nonna staple into a fine dining dessert You’d expect such an experienced chef to be a master of her instrument; the true luck is that she still loves playing it Go-to dish: Tonnarelli Nero with nettle and prawn.Bonnie SavageTake the tonnarelli ($45) The strands are tumbled with nettle butter that’s also flavoured with roasted prawn shells The shellfish should be the hero but it’s the nettle that startles We could have a conversation about whether cooking is craft or art but there’s something else here that makes the distinction easy Sibley wanted a hobby that created less mess than cooking started drawing and was unable to deny she was good at it artichokes and grapes are astonishing: some of her art is on the walls here Is it a stretch to wonder about the meeting place between sauteing and sketching grey – to turn the everyday into the sublime joyful wine list: do as regulars do and ask owner Heidi Modra what’s good This review was originally published in Good Weekend magazine ‘The best tacos Melbourne has ever seen’: This inexpensive Fitzroy diner is changing the gameThe most memorable, soul-quenching single bite of food I’ve had in weeks was at modest shopfront diner El Columpio. Everyone can get a pizza the action at this allergy-friendly pizzeriaPlus: Don’t miss nonna’s-gnocchi-meets-potato-gems at warm and welcoming neighbourhood gem Shop 225. Keep warm and curry on at this cosy Japanese cafe, MelbourneJapanese curry is one of the world’s great culinary remixes, and Kare is on a mission to showcase the comfort food. news and the hottest openings served to your inbox as well as large scale urban renewal precincts.  Explore our interactive project map and see where our projects are located We create vibrant places to live and work across Victoria through diverse and strategic property development and urban renewal projects Our approach combines extensive development project management and urban renewal experience with strong relationships across government and industry technical capability and commercial thinking.With an emphasis on environmental sustainability our goal is to create vibrant places that enrich the local area – with diverse and affordable homes Join our team of experienced industry professionals and develop your capability in a diverse and collaborative workplace.    Inner North Collective Joint Venture (INC JV) has been selected to deliver 70% of homes across the Fitzroy Gasworks precinct INC JV brings together leading development and construction firms with extensive experience in delivering diverse housing projects in Melbourne's inner north and similar inner-city locations with capital partners AustralianSuper and HESTA Hickory has been selected as the preferred builder for the project said the delivery of homes across Parcels B & C is a big part of the iconic precinct’s transformation The Fitzroy Gasworks precinct is delivering approximately 1,200 much needed homes supporting the objectives of the Victorian Government’s Housing Statement by providing more homes close to existing jobs Niall CunninghamActing Chief Development Officer “We are excited to be partnering with Inner North Collective to deliver a significant amount of the housing in the precinct that will help cater to the growing inner-north community.” Parcels B & C will feature a mix of approximately 820 high-quality homes with a minimum 5 star Green-Star rating The homes will provide housing choice and accommodate the diverse housing needs of the inner-north community including homes to purchase and build-to-rent homes alongside social affordable and specialist disability housing Assemble will deliver around 400 build-to-rent homes in Parcel B of which approximately 80 will be operated by a community housing provider Milieu will deliver around 420 homes on Parcel C including delivering an allocation of homes under license in partnership with Nightingale Both builds will feature an extensive network of communal facilities including a cafe all designed to foster a vibrant and connected community promoting sustainable and convenient living. The final design is subject to planning approvals with a target to commence works in 2026 Development Victoria also recently completed the Bundha Sports Centre in the Fitzroy Gasworks Precinct The centre includes four courts for basketball netball and volleyball and a dedicated futsal court A long-term operator will be appointed in 2025 the Victorian Government’s property developer is delivering the Fitzroy Gasworks Precinct in partnership with the public and private sector Learn more about the Fitzroy Gasworks precinct at the Fitzroy Gasworks webpage Development Victoria respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Victoria We recognise their continuing cultural heritage and connection to land Yinga Biik Birranga-ga (Sing land and Country) Connect with us to stay up to date on the latest developments “It’s more about offering a place where people can enjoy the simplicity of the hospitality,” says Giorgetti “It’s not a matter of showing off your techniques or your knowledge too much anymore for us.” which Harry considers “a category in its own right” Snacky bites will include house-made focaccia and chicken liver parfait served on pain d’epices (French spiced cake) Giorgetti and Harry are perfectly happy if you want to stop there But Suze will also be a place where you can settle in and enjoy a more substantial meal whole flounder with bone marrow and capers Harry is quick to emphasise his unfussy approach to food at the moment We spend a lot of years trying to work at all the best places trying to figure out how to make the perfect onion puree or the perfect canelé or whatever But we kind of lose track of what it is that we’re actually doing which is just hospitality in general … having friends over and casually pouring wine and the conversation you have over the well-executed food,” he says I would have been flicking through techniques in my head: can I puree it dehydrate it and whatever – but it’s so unnecessary.” She started off thinking the list would highlight wines from Italy but it has ended up about a 50/50 split between European and Australian wines we are aiming to offer what’s good to drink A small list of drinks that aren’t wines include Americanos The couple’s quiet confidence is reflected in the understated design The renovation includes adding a concrete bar and banquettes downstairs The offering will be the same across all spaces but the downstairs room and outdoor space will be walk-in only “It’s a place where you pop in with spontaneity That’s the main thing we want,” says Giorgetti Suze is expected to open at 6 Newry Street, Fitzroy North in early March Property development and asset management group Salta has officially launched Fitzroy & Co the inaugural project of its dedicated Build-to-Rent (BTR) platform Situated in the sought-after inner-city suburb of Fitzroy North Fitzroy & Co offers a unique alternative to larger-scale BTR developments in Melbourne the project provides high-quality rental housing that combines contemporary living with the character of a boutique hotel Salta Managing Director Sam Tarascio emphasised the project’s focus on lifestyle and tailored amenities as crucial elements in addressing Melbourne’s housing challenges “We saw an opportunity to elevate the rental experience with high-quality highly contextual apartment designs and curated services that reflect the lifestyle experiences many renters are seeking,” Tarascio stated Fitzroy & Co boasts over 1,000 square metres of shared communal spaces and amenities The project also features carefully curated artworks from emerging and local First Nations artists throughout the common areas emphasising community and cultural connection Tarascio noted a diverse mix of potential residents and interstate transplants attracted to the project’s “set up and go” nature and desirable location Fitzroy & Co is part of Salta’s broader commitment to the BTR market The company plans to deliver 4,000 apartments within its $3 billion Est platform across Melbourne You must be logged in to post a comment Construction industry ready as Queensland hospital expansion review concludes Boroondara opens nominations for 2025 Urban Design Awards Construction industry leaders to take part in 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encourage staying for dinner the pair want Suze to be casual and charming inspired in part by Giorgetti’s love of Italian neighbourhood bars and their aperitivo culture which encourages “being social without too much financial commitment” “You can go out every day of the week for an hour with a friend [have] some focaccia with peppers and anchovies a couple of glasses and go home,” she says The venue embraces quick visits inspired by Italy’s aperitivo but dinner is also encouraged.Warren DavelAdvertisementAlthough you’ll always find aperitivo-friendly snacks focaccia and a couple of house-made pastas on the menu Harry’s food reflects his story and Melbourne’s many culinary influences His experience in Japanese restaurants shows in raw fish with Tasmanian wasabi and he gives a classic Continental dish of grilled flounder the hibachi treatment Gougeres filled with stout and Bay of Fires cheddar custard are a delicious inevitability given Harry’s fascination with choux pastry (they’re also a fan favourite from his Napier Quarter days) Grapefruit sorbet is finished with bittersweet Suze the vibrant yellow French aperitif that’s the venue’s namesake Hibachi-grilled flounder with fried capers and bone marrow sauce Warren DavelThe couple are driven by care and craftsmanship even buying their own flour mill from Bee Sustainable in Brunswick East so they can grind biodynamic grains each day for Suze’s bread and pasta “Once you have this leisure of making something so fresh in-house He also makes ricotta each day using St David Dairy milk and the jars of preserves lining the shelves aren’t just for show Black walnuts are destined for cheese plates and preserved lemons bring a bright note to the house martini Vegetables come from small-scale local farms including Somerset Heritage Produce and Dog Creek Growers A snack-heavy menu includes marinated peppers with curry leaf and house-baked focaccia Warren DavelGiorgetti’s drinks list includes favourite aperitivo cocktails such as spritzes plus European and Australian vermouths (a special interest of hers) Her sommelier cred shows in a succinct list with a preference for light styles whether minerally chenin blanc or a “fun” gruner veltliner The few premium wines are poured in smaller serves to make exploration affordable the two-storey corner building is exactly what the pair envisioned “People find us because they want to,” says Giorgetti Chef Steve Harry and restaurant manager Giulia Giorgetti, who have worked in leading Melbourne wine bars. Warren DavelAdvertisementFormerly home to wine bar One Trick Pony (which closed in late 2024) the space is modern and moody with a palette of soft greys Suze becomes a bar that locals visit multiple times a week 6 Newry Street, Fitzroy North, suzefitzroy.com Two-hat sushi restaurant opens a casual spin-off for city workers“It’s not omakase, it’s more like a canteen.” Come for fluffy katsu sandos, Japanese fish and chips, and a style of sushi that’s perfect for lunch al desko. Relive your magical trip to Japan at these nine Melbourne venuesPocket-sized sushi restaurants, old-school Tokyo-style cafes, and affordable delis with build-your-own bentos are just the tip of a rapidly growing and highly specialised Japanese scene. Melbourne icons and daytrip restaurants are just the start ShareAnyone who works in restaurants has a little black book in their head crammed with their go-to bars favourite restaurants (especially those open on Sundays and Mondays) and affordable places where cravings are quickly satisfied That’s abundantly clear when speaking to the front-of-house stars named as finalists for the Katie McCormack Young Service Talent award introduced in the most recent Age Good Food Guide These six professionals – all aged under 30 and working in some of the state’s top restaurants – know their way around a wine list and how to take your coat But they also know where to find Melbourne’s best fried chicken sandwiches late-night menus and bargain Portuguese tarts What’s the most un-fancy thing that you eat out regularly Anything from Soi 38 It’s one of my favourite places to eat in Melbourne and I love taking friends and family from out of town The cheeseburger at North Fitzroy Arms.Jana LanghorstWhat’s your go-to pub in Melbourne The North Fitzroy Arms The team has refreshed such a beautiful old building I usually get the cheeseburger made with retired dairy cow a Guinness tini (an outrageously fun spin on an espresso martini) What’s your favourite bar on your night off Bahama Gold in Brunswick East. The team are great fun, and Kit Iacuzi from Da Paolo is making some of the best pizzas in Melbourne at his residency there I usually ask the staff what beer they’re enjoying at the moment It’s not hard to find something tasty on the wine list either – it’s huge “Some of the best pizza” is at Bahama Gold bar in Brunswick East right now.SuppliedWhere do you go for late-night eats after work Ling Nan is an institution for good reason and the menu is dense enough that there is always something new to try A Tsingtao beer after a hard shift goes down a treat especially with XO pipis and Chinese doughnuts Otherwise, if I’m staying in the neighbourhood after work I’ll always go to Bar Bellamy. [Owners] Dani and Oska [Whitehart] make delicious and innovative cocktails, and the steak sandwich is to die for. 25 of Melbourne’s most iconic restaurants to tick off your bucket listWhat’s your number-one hidden gem in Melbourne that you don’t want anyone to know about Vex in Northcote, except I want more people to know about it. Florian [Ribul, chef] and Owen [Probert, front-of-house] are doing some of the best and most underrated work in Melbourne. I think it’s a really beautiful representation of contemporary Australian cuisine, delivered in a genuine and down-to-earth way. 14.5/20ReviewCarnation Canteen, a tiny restaurant in a corner store, is a pot of goldApril Farkashazy formerly Cumulus Inc.What’s the most un-fancy thing that you eat out regularly Anyone who knows me knows that I’m a big sweet tooth which no doubt fuels my great love of pastries You can find me most mornings walking down the street with an iced latte and a croissant While I love trying things from new bakeries my go-to treat is a Portuguese tart from RG Pantry at Queen Victoria Market This little stall in B Shed not only has the greatest but also the cheapest Portuguese tarts in Melbourne I also love to stop by The Terrace cafe in the Royal Botanic Gardens to pick up a cup of their chocolate-covered strawberries while strolling in the sun (whenever we’re lucky enough to get some) What’s your favourite restaurant out of Melbourne I visited Montalto in the Mornington Peninsula more than a year ago It’s such a beautiful regional restaurant with such a strong sense of place and warmth to the hospitality Sitting outside in the sun for a long lunch with the option of taking a stroll through the gardens to see where all the ingredients are grown is my idea of perfection XO pipis and Chinese doughnuts at Ling Nan a late-night favourite.Kristoffer PaulsenWhere do you go for late-night eats after work When I’m with a group, I love to go to the usuals: Supper Inn and Ling Nan But if I knock off early and want a solo snack before I head home, I love to make a quick stop at Gimlet I usually just order some cheese and try a few half glasses of wine while I’m there from approachable classics to emerging producers What’s the best dish you’ve eaten at a restaurant recently in Victoria Not only was Brae’s pork jowl dish my top dish of last year but the wine pairing was undoubtedly the best pairing I’ve ever had A skewer of barbecued pork jowl is glazed with smoked eel and served with smoke still wafting from the pork fatty and earthy notes were really enhanced by the pairing with Syrahmi’s 2018 XV shiraz structure and smokiness almost felt like the dish had morphed into the wine but this made me totally rethink my approach Ramen is one of those things I’ve tried to make at home but never get anywhere close to the real deal. I’ve decided I’ll leave it to the professionals from now on. Gogyo in Fitzroy is a bit of a favourite Their kogashi (burnt miso) shoyu ramen is a delicious point of difference Gogyo’s burnt miso ramen.SuppliedWhat’s your favourite bar snack in Melbourne right now Black Pearl’s homemade sausage rolls and spinach and cheese triangles hit me with a whack of nostalgia. They’re both items my mum would make for us as kids if we had friends over. At this point in my life they’re paired with a Manhattan instead of a lime cordial, but they still hit the spot. What’s your number-one hidden gem in Melbourne that you don’t want anyone to know about? Obelix & Co in Fitzroy North is my favourite place to pick up French cheese, game meats and smallgoods, which the team make in-house. The staff are so welcoming and will offer advice on how to cook your purchases. Sometimes I’ll get kangaroo to make a slow-cooked roo pie or a whole rabbit to make a ragu for homemade pasta. There’s always something different in stock, depending on what they source from local hunters and suppliers. I definitely want everyone to know about it! Corner shops are cool again: 10 new delis with a difference in MelbourneWhat’s your favourite restaurant out of Melbourne Tansy’s in Kyneton. Tansy Good is truly an iconic Melbourne chef; she trained so many of today’s leading names. Heading out to her restaurant in Kyneton is such a heartwarming experience. You’re so well looked after, the food is classical yet interesting, the wine list is incredibly considered. I remember eating chargrilled Port Lincoln sardines with romesco sauce, and roasted duck breast with perfectly cooked vegetables and red wine jus. It’s honest and delicious food that doesn’t cater to current food trends but requires skill and refined technique. Tansy and her husband John are a no-bullshit dream team. ‘Really beneficial’: Next-gen talent given boost towards restaurant dreamsFiona Evans TavernaWhat’s your favourite bar snack in Melbourne right now Choosing just one is tricky, but right now, I’d have to say the bone marrow at City Wine Shop (inspired by St John’s signature dish). They keep it simple, serving it straight from the bone with a side of bread, and the little hit of capers just takes it to another level. It’s one of those dishes that just works! The HSL is a refreshing cocktail to kickstart a night at Above Board.SuppliedWhat’s your favourite bar on your night off? Above Board is my go-to. It’s a bar that just gets hospitality right. For my first drink, I usually order the HSL Special, a shaken cocktail using Amaro Montenegro, blackberry liqueur, lime juice, sugar syrup and a dash of absinthe. It’s surprisingly refreshing. After that, I like to leave it up to the team to suggest something. When you make decisions for others all week, it’s nice to trust someone else and know you’ll get exactly what you want. The Good Food guide to the best 20 bars in Melbourne, right nowWhere do you go for late-night eats after work I’d love to say something different to everyone else in hospitality but let’s be honest – it’s Ling Nan every time You can’t go past the pipis and doughnuts (and trust me Add the fried quail and some greens to balance it out Tedesca Osteria chef-owner Brigitte Hafner who serves a leisurely set menu.James BroadwayWhat’s the best dish you’ve eaten at a restaurant recently in Victoria I’m usually all about the savoury dishes, but the dessert I had last year at Tedesca Osteria totally blew me away It was a salad of candied mandarin and kumquat fresh orange and rum molasses served on top of toasted brioche It was light yet still packed with depth of flavour but what really stood out to me was the freshness of the produce This dish truly showcased what it means to be in tune with the seasons – something I’m really passionate about What’s the best dish you’ve eaten at a restaurant in Victoria recently The Elements of Duck course at Navi While I often find myself more excited about snacks and entrees from a small tartlet filled with duck liver cream to a duck bone broth and a crumpet served with duck leg pancetta But the centrepiece was the most delicious duck breast I’ve ever had The accompanying components added a sense of fun and excitement Duck appears in four different guises in Navi’s Elements of Duck dish.Ed SloaneWhat’s your favourite bar on your night off I usually start with one of co-owner Dave Verheul’s Saison vermouths What’s the best bargain around town you’ve found recently I’ve been enjoying the many Indonesian spots now open on Lygon Street in Carlton you can get a nasi kapau that includes two meat curries Soi 38’s fried chicken is a top pick.Eddie JimWhat’s the most un-fancy thing that you eat out regularly Fried chicken: any time of day, any cuisine. It rarely lets me down. Some standouts around town are the shokupan fried chicken sandwich from Hugo’s Deli in Richmond and the deep-fried chicken with nam jim jaew from Soi 38 Chauncy in Heathcote. It’s a three-hour drive for me but totally worth it for the service from Tess [Murray] the compelling wine list and Louis [Naepels]’s incredible food They’re redefining what a small regional restaurant can be owners of Chauncy in Heathcote.SuppliedWhat’s your favourite bar on your night off Locally you’ll often find me at Many Little in Red Hill I always go for a cold beer and chef Gayan Pieris’ chicken wings stuffed with Sri Lankan chicken sausage and lime pickle If I’m in town you’ll find me at Caretaker’s Cottage for Guinness and a Welsh rarebit kelp and oscietra caviar at Vue de Monde.Wayne TaylorWhat’s the best dish you’ve eaten at a restaurant in Victoria recently The restaurants, bakeries and bars three-hatted chef Hugh Allen loves most (and what he’s having at each)What new restaurant are you excited to check out when it opens With its focus on Armenia and the Middle East, Zareh sounds like one of those venues that will only add to Melbourne’s culinary scene and the diversity of what’s on offer. It’s available as a standalone subscription and as part of our Premium Digital packages for subscribers Premium Digital subscribers can download the Good Food app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store now Fitzroy North was crowned the most liveable suburb in Melbourne by the PwC CityPulse 2025 report, based on its safety and closeness to education, health and other essential services. The median house price in Fitzroy North was $1.4 million, on Domain data. Next was the western part of Surrey Hills and Canterbury, where the median prices were $2.15 million and $2,935,000, respectively, then Flemington with a median price of $1.06 million. No suburb in the PwC report’s top 10 had a house median below $1 million, though unit medians varied between $850,000 in Surrey Hills and $401,500 in Flemington. PwC Australia managing partner Suji Kanagalingam said analysts used AI to help determine the rankings, which helped them consider different aspects of liveability. He wasn’t surprised to see Fitzroy North top the list, which was first reported by the Herald Sun. “Where it’s located it has proximity to economic hubs, the airport, shopping centres and it has access to childcare centres for families as well,” Kanagalingam said. “All the things that drive, for lack of a better term, quality of life.” Quantify Strategic Insights head of data and insights Angie Zigomanis said inner suburbs tended to be more expensive and liveable, and the added demand to live in a postcode considered comfortable and safe kept prices high. “When you start throwing things like proximity to transport and employment, the inner suburbs are going to win out,” he said. “When you look at open space, then it might be a bit of a difference [compared with outer suburbs], but when you look at those inner and middle-eastern suburbs, part of that is lack of density as well. A lot of the good educational institutions are located in that area as well.” Rates fall, house values lift and rents start to ease The ritziest Sydney suburbs home owners never want to leave The luxury ‘creature comforts’ some homeowners can’t live without Fitzroy North resident Sudhan Mistry said it came as no surprise that the popular inner north suburb was considered highly liveable. He said the closeness to parks and other gathering places helped create a community feel. “The great thing about taking the dogs to the park is it’s a great way to connect to the community,” he said. “I’ve met a lot of people, and you generally know them by their dogs’ names. We’ve known a lot of people over 15 years by connecting through the dog park; it’s not something you can get from a lot of areas.” The tech worker and his family also enjoyed the walkable neighbourhood, schools, public transport and the area’s character. Mistry is selling his Park Street house, which he had renovated during his 19-year stay in the suburb. He, his wife and three children are regretfully moving further north for more space. “Having three kids and a dog, they’re growing up and really into a lot of sporting activities, and with all the equipment, it’s just got to a place where it’s not scalable at all,” he said. “We’re very sad about having to move.” His selling agent, Nelson Alexander’s Paul Rodighiero, said the area’s perceived liveability added to its popularity and, therefore, pricing. “Young professionals, but also downsizers, want the proximity to the city, the proximity to public transport and being able to walk to a park and walk to a coffee shop. That’s what the inner north offers buyers.” Heavyside director Tim Heavyside said Surrey Hills was in demand from families due to its school zones, amenities and community feel. Drawcards include sporting facilities, parkland, tram lines and the upgraded train station, plus cafes, restaurants and strip shops, he said. “A lot of families are attracted to Surrey Hills and the median house price is still reasonable compared to some of the others – Middle Park or Toorak and South Yarra, Deepdene – Surrey Hills is still reasonable value,” he said. Zigomanis said a lack of affordable properties for families in liveable areas affected Melbourne’s economy. “It makes it more difficult for the city to function,” he said. “You have key workers who aren’t on as high incomes … who all of a sudden have to live very far away from where they might be working,” he said. “This causes problems for traffic and infrastructure provisions to accommodate all this movement. It categorises the city by income, and you don’t get equality across the city.” Kanagalingam said affordability and cost-of-living pressures could cause Melbourne’s outer areas to become more liveable out of necessity, as buyers became priced out of the most popular areas and a growing population supported improved amenities in outer suburbs. Bar and indie cinema Longplay was a beloved fixture of Fitzroy North for over a decade before it closed earlier this year But its spirit lives on in Wildflower Picture House & Bar now occupying the same space with a fresh but familiar vibe It’s co-owned by Will Koon and Jayden Boyce who formerly worked in film in the US and UK (where he was a camera assistant on Downton Abbey amongst other shows) “I spent a lot of time in New York and my favourite bar I ever went to [the now-shut Videology Bar & Cinema] was this really dimly lit [venue] that had a cinema out the back,” Boyce tells Broadsheet “It's very similar to what we've got here.” When Covid derailed his film aspirations, he returned to Australia. Opening his own cinema bar wasn’t the original plan but when Longplay went up for sale, it felt like fate. Drawing inspiration from Videology and Brooklyn’s Nighthawk Cinema Wildflower has transformed the once-bright interiors into a moody with its professional-grade screen and tiered seating for up to 30 “It’s the same size as some of the smaller cinemas at Nova,” Boyce says Though the space has hosted a mix of comedy shows Boyce will kick things off with a Halloween screening – film to be determined – paired with a themed cocktail that doubles as your cinema ticket This format will carry through future screenings with genres spanning everything from cult classics to under-the-radar deep cuts “I do love bad movies and this is a good space for it,” he admits Watching a bad film under those circumstances is great.” expect screenings of classics by renowned directors (Boyce mentions the great Russian filmmaker Andrei Tarkovsky) and a steady rotation of obscure films the front bar offers its own drawcards including a vinyl-fueled soundtrack a curated whisky selection and accessible happy hour deals like $4 tinnies $8 house wines and $2.50 oysters all night on Fridays “We still want to keep the older crowd that was here before but also attract that younger crowd who probably want to keep it under $30 or $40 for the night,” Boyce says The venue has partnered with West Melbourne taqueria Hello Jose to round out the experience Find dishes like totopos (loaded corn tortilla chips) and tacos filled with slow-cooked tamarind beef @wildflowerpicturehousebar Good Times checks just about all the boxes – a hearty meal (check) that’s cheap (check) in a vibey atmospheric setting (check) It gets a fair share of attention from word-of-mouth recommendations and its bright-as-the-sun yellow facade on St George’s Road in Fitzroy North Chances are you’ll have noticed the building with the big thumbs up imprinted on it when driving past it’s all good times from the minute you enter The space itself is reflective of the menu – it’s no frills covered in big white sheets of paper that make for tablecloths And while you may expect to find salt and pepper on the table you’ll find little grey lead pencils made for doodling while you wait You can sip on $9 wine carafes or an array of affordable bevs Good Times takes bookings and is only open four days a week (from 4pm till late The menu features all the classics: napolitana pesto – usually on a bed of spaghetti though the team spice things up by keeping it ever-changing With most of the pastas starting at $9 a pop It’s a nice feeling to go somewhere that doesn’t break the bank these days but doesn’t feel like you’re skimping either Add the alfresco garden out the back to the mix and it becomes the kind of place you want to stay at all night sipping on Negronis and chipping at grissini. We'll see you there is an udder delightAlesha Capone It’s the cream of the Fitzroy North crop: a former dairy turned Art Deco-style house for sale with a $2.5m-$2.7m asking range Jellis Craig Fitzroy partner Charles Atkins said the building at 40 Scotchmer St retained period features including a sawtooth roof large steel-framed windows and exposed beams “It’s an iconic property for Fitzroy North and looking at the home you can see it’s unique features,” Mr Atkins said “It is rich with history and character given it was once an old dairy RELATED: Fitzroy: Flack Studio transforms derelict heritage terrace into a creative haven Singer Tina Arena’s former Fitzroy property for sale after substantial renovation New heritage-inspired residences hit the market in the heart of Fitzroy According to a Yarra Council 2007 heritage review the four-bedroom house “is meaningful to the local area as a former retail dairy It was originally known as the Richard Dunell and Sons Dairy and later All Nations Dairy now transformed into a warehouse-style home It is set on a corner block and has two street frontages plus two living areas and two kitchens each with SMEG and Miele gas cookers High ceilings and polished timber floors inside There’s two kitchens equipped with SMEG and Miele gas cookers Mr Atkins said the owners of more than 20 years had renovated the kitchens and bathrooms while the main upstairs bedroom adjoins an ensuite and another room which could serve as a sunroom or home office Mr Atkins said that house’s set-up would work well for a home-based business or for a buyer who wants to live in one side of the house and rent out the opposite side Angled ceilings and high windows in a bed room An original sign from the former dairy remains in the home The house is on the corner of Scotchmer and Batman streets The pad is close to the Batman Street Reserve the Edinburgh Gardens and Piedimontes supermarket “You’re smack bang in the middle of everything that makes Fitzroy North The residence will be auctioned at 1.30pm on Saturday Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox MORE: Melbourne home price growth revealed: 306 suburbs where values rose | PropTrack Brunswick market: Aesop founder relists retail precinct formerly owned by Tony Mokbel Unusual $239k home dubbed ‘stuff of nightmares’ because of its bizarre toilet Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Six Ways House is named after a multiple-road intersection at its front door in Fitzroy North The home probably sets a record for the number of neighbours who stroll past – out of curiosity as much as convenience Located in a heritage street that is lined with period Victorian homes the building designed by architects Kennedy Nolan responds to the past while creating a contemporary home Architectural details of the grey-toned brick construction feature mirror-backed steel blades rather than ornate lacework.Credit: Derek Swalwell “We were fortunate to at least work with a site that came with a double frontage allowing us space to create a private northern garden,” says architect Patrick Kennedy Recipient of both national and state awards from the Australian Institute of Architects Six Ways House includes a number of ways to navigate the site The brief included the desire to “lock up and leave”.Credit: Derek Swalwell Designed for a couple whose brief sought an independent wing for visiting guests Kennedy Nolan’s initial design responded to neighbouring Victorian houses But the main terraced area is to the north rather than overlooking the street as is usual in the terrace format “There’s subtle references to the Victorian typology but it’s also a response to infill housing in our inner suburbs,” Kennedy says architectural detail is expressed with mirror-backed steel blades rather than ornate lacework so we wanted to distort the views from within as much as ‘blur’ the outlook for those passing by,” Kennedy says pointing to distorted images of established gum trees at the centre of the intersection Instead of a series of overlooking windows and balconies those sitting around the dining table on the south-eastern corner are presented with a diorama As the brief included a desire to “lock up and leave” the house was conceived to be low-maintenance either side of the courtyard-style front entrance An internal staircase separates those bedrooms and there’s an external rear staircase too creating direct access to the kitchen and dining area “Our client loves gardening and spends some of her time in the outback,” Kennedy says indicating a variety of succulents and the abstract art on the neighbour’s adjoining brick walls that capture some of the desert scenes Although the 1980s house that used to be on the site had passed its use-by date the clients had warmed to its colour palette and textures Kennedy Nolan provided warm and earthy hues with eucalypt-painted timber walls thoughtfully juxtaposed with the exposed grey brick walls Timber joinery and pale grey granite floors in the kitchen and living areas respond to the eucalypts in the street and memories of the ’80s house The neighbour’s brick wall and the variety of succulents evoke desert scenes.Credit: Derek Swalwell “We eliminated the use of plaster and walls and tried to make the house as thermally comfortable as possible something that we couldn’t have achieved with the original house,” Kennedy says the architects included spaces that could be used for several purposes A large home office to the north has its own entrance; a formal living area on the first floor can be used in various ways (it’s now occupied by a grand piano); and between the kitchen and this living area the corridor widens to include a banquette seat that might be useful as a place to sleep or simply read a book Receiving a national architecture award requires pushing boundaries and coming up with ideas that challenge both convention and traditional design solutions in terms of how a site is used and how it addresses the location Six Ways House shows what can be achieved when ideas are successfully translated into something that offers much more Its design responds to client needs as much as it pushes the envelope The Market Recap newsletter is a wrap of the day’s trading. Get it each weekday afternoon The home probably sets a record for the number of neighbours who stroll past \\u2013 out of curiosity as much as convenience \\u201CWe were fortunate to at least work with a site that came with a double frontage allowing us space to create a private northern garden,\\u201D says architect Patrick Kennedy Kennedy Nolan\\u2019s initial design responded to neighbouring Victorian houses \\u201CThere\\u2019s subtle references to the Victorian typology but it\\u2019s also a response to infill housing in our inner suburbs,\\u201D Kennedy says so we wanted to distort the views from within as much as \\u2018blur\\u2019 the outlook for those passing by,\\u201D Kennedy says As the brief included a desire to \\u201Clock up and leave\\u201D and there\\u2019s an external rear staircase too \\u201COur client loves gardening and spends some of her time in the outback,\\u201D Kennedy says indicating a variety of succulents and the abstract art on the neighbour\\u2019s adjoining brick walls that capture some of the desert scenes Timber joinery and pale grey granite floors in the kitchen and living areas respond to the eucalypts in the street and memories of the \\u201980s house \\u201CWe eliminated the use of plaster and walls and tried to make the house as thermally comfortable as possible something that we couldn\\u2019t have achieved with the original house,\\u201D Kennedy says A large home office to the north has its own entrance; a formal living area on the first floor can be used in various ways (it\\u2019s now occupied by a grand piano); and between the kitchen and this living area The Market Recap newsletter is a wrap of the day\\u2019s trading Update October 2024: This review was originally written in 2022 so please be aware that some elements may have changed since What’s the purpose of a neighbourhood wine bar Flexibile of options from a quick after-work drink to full-blown four-course meal and Fitzroy North wouldn’t be the same without it.  The second-floor venue overlooking Nicholson Street is all about Euro-classic warmth Far from the cookie-cutter blonde wood and funky light fixtures that abound in Melbourne Neighbourhood Wine’s darker colouring of antique wallpaper and dim light envelop the room in a hug of old-world charm and genuine character.  the venue is nearly full but feels relaxed Grace Jones plays on the gorgeous brushed steel record player behind the bar and the heat is turned up high to beat the winter chill The bar is a great place to sit to feel like you’re part of the action and chat with the knowledgeable team Can we overstate the importance of good bar stools So cheers to these padded green seats with a supportive back which will comfortably accommodate your bum for hours.  Neighbourhood Wine is known for its natural and organic wine selection but it’s more about mindful production than ultra-challenging flavours A glass of Travis Tausend Handful orange wine from South Australia is a great place to start but well-controlled acidity and a light palate for an easy-going aperitif a crayfish éclair sees cheese-infused choux pastry topped with bits of crustacean in a creamy dressing The cheesy pastry is the fun part here – all squishy and bubbly and crunchy in the right places.  Quizzing the bartender on some of the more hard-to-decipher wine options yields great results and they are happy to pour us a taste if verbal deliberations are inconclusive The carefully curated wine list proves nothing is here just for the sake of it With very few bottles tipping much over $200 and a wide selection in the sub-$100 range A white blend from the Czech Republic in the Austrian style was a wonderful journey from ripe fruit to honey to lemon It pairs beautifully with the standout dish of the evening ox tongue escabeche – a lovely balance of sweet A side of spectacularly spongy sourdough is mandatory its accompanying whipped butter infused with the caramel tang of browning there are larger dishes perfect for sharing (two of the four are vegetarian) and a $95 per person four-course tasting menu.  Someone here also has a serious eye for spirits Cocktails include all the classics you want and some creative options you didn't know you need which sees Campari replaced with coffee liqueur It’s a solid middle ground if you can’t decide between an after-dinner espresso or a digestive There’s a wonderful selection of hard-to-find spirits with everything from mezcal and sheeps’ whey vodka to rare whiskies like a 17yo single cask Ben Nevis single malt bottled by Casa de Vinos.   it wasn’t uncommon to have an unsettlingly snobby waiter experience here and the staff not directly involved waved us out with hearty goodbyes and the trading restrictions of recent times have given Neighbourhood Wine a new appreciation for their customers it remains one of the city’s best wine bars.  Every postcode has its defining venues – the food and drink outlets that are both a reflection and a building block of the area’s unique appeal The Arms is doing $29 steak au poivre on Monday nights It's a winning dish - the tender meat is coated in cracked peppercorns and served in a pool of creamy sauce and the menu is largely inspired by dishes that would have been popular throughout the venue’s life cycle starters and desserts lean into Australiana cuisine and nostalgic dishes Chicken liver parfait with a layer of apricot brandy jelly is his spin on apricot chicken a dish from the 1970s and a staple in many Australian households at the time and might include house-made tagliatelle with mushroom ragu; chargrilled chicken with chips and a green goddess-doused cos wedge; a cheeseburger made with meat from retired dairy cows; and beef and ale pie floaters – an Adelaide specialty that sees the pie served on a bed of pea soup there’s a classic sticky date pudding served with malt ice-cream The drinks includes wines by the glass and bottles primarily from Victoria and Europe Plus there are classic cocktails with a slight refresh including Martinis with cucumber and St Germain and Pina Coladas with Branca fernet menta and green chartreuse so you can grab a pint while you watch the game The front of the bar retains the pre-existing deep red and off-white colour palette; there are TVs so AFL games can be aired live; and the walls are filled with footy memorabilia like jerseys and framed photos from iconic moments The dining room and pool room feature art deco lighting and a mix of vintage and contemporary local art Rounding out the venue is a beer garden that can fit 45 Phone: 0422 222 767 Website: northfitzroyarms.com.au Sign up to receive the Gourmet Traveller newsletter and offers we choose to share with you straight to your inbox  By joining, you agree to our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use With the change in season comes a change in the Melbourne restaurant scene quaint new new cafés and hot new noodle destinations all making their debut this autumn Melbourne’s dining scene is constantly evolving which means there’s always plenty of dining to be done From new rooftop bars to soon-to-open restaurants in the Melbourne CBD the hottest new spot changes on any given day to keep you up to date on all the best new Melbourne restaurants we’ve handpicked this list of noteworthy venue openings that you should have on your radar.Here are the best new restaurants in Melbourne to know about this autumn a quaint new café from Melbourne restaurant maestro Scott Pickett (Matilda Housed within the pretty grounds of the historic Como House and Garden Euro-leaning spot brings a romantic Parisian edge to the well-heeled suburb’s dining scene A green-tiled counter greets guests as they enter the (now glorified) former garden shed while seating sprawls across indoor and alfresco dining areas Think pistachio-and-beige-hued rattan chairs timber tables and lush garden surroundings Como Lane is the Scott Pickett Group’s first full-service café so you can stop by for a takeaway coffee and pastry or settle in for fluffy buttermilk pancakes with whipped crème fraîche for breakfast; or enjoy a lunch of market fish or golden chicken schnitzel with celeriac comolane.com.au Fitzroy North has welcomed a new addition in the form of Suze, a wine bar with great pedigree. Owners and partners in life and business, Giulia Giorgetti (ex-Gimlet and Marion Wine Bar) and Steve Harry (ex-Honto Cumulus Inc and Napier Quarter) met working in Brisbane small wine bar Anise before relocating to Melbourne The pair hope to build on the area’s already strong hospitality offering with casual small plates and laid-back service Wine-wise you’ll find a succinct list of French and there’s also an emphasis on aperitifs Artisanal Victorian producers and growers are showcased on the menu This might look like marinated peppers with curry leaf; ricotta persimmon and pepperberry; and raw king fish with wasabina and salted coriander seeds to begin The main event may include plates of chickpea agnolotti with nutmeg and Comté; spaghetti with king prawns seaweed and Sherry; or a hearty dry aged pork cutlet with fermented plum suzefitzroy.com The team behind South Yarra’s Yakikami have debuted Yamamoto Udon in the CBD the casual spot handcrafts two types: sanuki udon (springy thick rope-like noodles) and himokawa udon (known for its wide ribbon-like format) Just 70 servings of each are handmade daily offered in 18 different styles from hot or cold dipping udon; to a modern carbonara-inspired iteration onsen eggs or pork chashu to round out your meal Digital ordering via iPads makes it a fast lunch spot; and its Japanese minimalist design includes warming timber accents and lacquerware serving vessels making for a calm oasis in the middle of bustling Bourke Street yamamotoudon.com.au The team behind Prahran’s fun-loving wine bar Don’s is opening a grown-up sibling venue in Carlton next month named after the Latin meaning ‘Daughter of the Sea’ is wholly centred around the concept of sustainable seafood. While retaining the team’s relaxed Cordelia is set to be “definitely more of a restaurant” with “a long lunch with your friends kind of energy,” says co-owner Alex Gavioli The menu will follow a linear format of entrées there’ll always be pasta which will change regularly along with other proteins such as organic beef and lamb from the Myall Springs and Brooklands Free Range Farms pork. Gavioli also wants to “bring back the chicken breast” and is on a mission to see the poultry cut regain its popularity in restaurants leading the kitchen will be Don’s current head chef Josh Norris; while co-owner and Gavioli’s wife Sarah Freudendal is behind the design of brightly lit corner space on Rathdowne Street which now impresses with a minimalist Scandi edge and a spiral staircase descending into a subterranean bar space.  Cordelia is slated to open in Carlton in May 2025. Instagram.com/cordelia-carlton exploring the cultural intersections of the cuisine with a levelled-up playfulness “That’s where we will be doing our elevated Malaysian dishes steak and a good wine list,” says Khoo the crowning second floor will be a rooftop beer hall with home-style family favourites which means “good stuff” in Hokkien cult market bakery Masses Bagels has found a permanent home The wild fermented bagels gained legions of fans at Carlton Farmers Market Savoury numbers include one topped with pickled zucchini hot-smoked trout and quark (a tangy soft cheese); or the “rip’n’dip bagel pack” which is served with quark seasoned by confit onion and chives; while sweet fiends can get around a cardamom and ginger sugar bagel; or one with blackberry instagram.com/masses_bagels sweet 20-seater in Fitzroy has all the earmarks of becoming a neighbourhood favourite an architect-turned-chef who fell for restaurant work on the pass at now-closed Michelin-starred Ellory in London has a weekly rotating menu consisting of a handful of starters a couple of creative mains and some hard-to-miss sides often incorporating organic vegetables from Days Walk Farm in Keilor The wine list features mostly local Australian drops Perhaps light-as-air ricotta gnudi with a butter and sage sauce to pair with a French sparkling one day or a heaping plate of coniglio bianco and a glass of Italian red the next Whatever Shaw’s slinging the day of your visit pull up at the pink marble bar or one of the inviting carnationcanteen.com After building his fandom with debut restaurant Toddy Shop by Marthanden Hotel, Mischa Tropp – GT’s Best New Talent title holder– has undertaken a sprawling new venue Kolkata Cricket Club is dishing out nostalgia butter chicken and brews at the Crown precinct Inspired by charming Bengali members’ bars and cricket clubs the 150-seat pan-Indian restaurant has Bengalese threads throughout its menu The well-armed kitchen has a woodfire hearth and tandoor-style ovens From here expect tandoori lamb chops marinated with green papaya; butter garlic mud crab; king prawns with turmeric and coconut curry; and saffron braised duck best enjoyed with a side of freshly cooked soft warm naans Punters can also keep it casual watching the cricket over beer battered fries with curry sauce; a thali plate; or a Bombay sandwich with mixed fried veggies With interiors by Min Chun Tseng – who also dreamed up the Toddy Shop’s façade plus SilkSpoon and Cinque Terre – think warm colours and inviting textures kolkatacricketclub.com In Cremorne there’s a lofty new Italian-leaning bar-restaurant located on the 10th floor of Cubitt Place thanks to interiors by Belle’s winner of the Best Commercial Interior With a dining room shrouded in a retractable glass roof joined by an alfresco deck amatrice.com.au A konbini-inspired eatery and convenience store is set to open in Cremorne Suupaa combines the talents of Dennis Yong (ex-Parcs) and Future Future head chef Atsushi Kawakami across a multi-purpose venue that’s as focused on finessed takeaway as it is dine in expect clever takes on bento (packed lunches) and onigiri Stars of the menu will shake things up with a Melbourne-bent (see mortadella onigiri; and fried egg There will also be pork loin tonkatsu with a Vegemite-powered Bulldog-inspired barbecue sauce and fermented mustard; and even chicken and ’nduja nuggets Off the back of the matcha mania that swept Australia in 2024 the green tea will be a signature of the venue Suupaa is located within a new development on Dover Street and will include neighbours such as Baker Bleu and creative business hub The Commons Melbourne has scored not one but two new venues from Ross and Sunny Lusted Think sweeping windows for light-filled lunches and opulent banquettes covered in tapestry-like fabrics The menu skews toward an Iberian-coastal focus with snacks like savoury pastel de nata (handpicked crab meat on a rich custard) or wood-grilled southern calamari with goat’s milk butter accessible through Marmelo or via Melbourne Place Laneway with everything from lighter snacks like grilled padron peppers to larger plates like baked cod with roasted onions and potatoes melbourneplace.com.au After being in Chris Lucas’ pipeline for more than eight years Maison Bâtard is finally realised across four levels at 23 Bourke Street while the rooftop has its own open-air terrace and a supper club occupies the basement Opulence is on the menu agenda: think grand seafood towers showcasing oysters tuna sashimi and kingfish crudo; and an omelette topped with Oscietra caviar filled with crushed potato crisps (perhaps a nod to The Bear) and topped with sauce Parisienne Traditional brasserie dishes will also feature including half or whole 12-hour brined rotisserie chicken with olives; confit Ōra King salmon and zesty sauce verte; and Queensland spanner crab royal salad maisonbatard.com.au Expect dishes such as casarecce with Lao sausage and snake beans; mì xào giòn of crispy egg noodles persimmon and mắm tép; and (hoành thánh) wontons swimming in smoked pork broth.  the pair have been busy at other Bridge Street addresses Laotian restaurant Jeow and their bustling Bánh Mì shop Ca Com anchovy.net.au For more of the latest restaurant news, pick up the latest Gourmet Traveller magazine or subscribe here Jordan got her start in the media industry documenting Sydney’s music and nightlife scene She soon realised she preferred food to festivals and embarked on learning as much as she could about the hospitality industry In 2019 she joined Gourmet Traveller as a writer where she’s tasked with finding the hottest new restaurant openings hotels worth checking in to and snacks worth seeking out With a robust appetite for learning about the intricacies of food and how we use it as an expression of human culture Jordan loves eating food as much as she does cooking it She also loves a good chat about how to make the perfect sandwich what’s the best chip or where to find the best seafood pasta on the planet Cordelia is a leading food and travel journalist with close to a decade of experience across digital and print media After cutting her teeth at lifestyle brands such as Broadsheet Cordelia has landed a gig at the food and lifestyle magazine of her dreams With a Bachelor of Arts in Communications (Creative Writing and Screen Studies) at the University of Technology Sydney and years of hospitality work under her belt she demonstrates her writing chops by covering her favourite restaurants she darts from writing to strategy to social media execution with ease She also has a brew made in her honour — Yulli’s Brews’ Dolly Aldrin sour beer (deduce her character as you will) A reformed lawyer from Brisbane with an undergraduate’s degree in arts and languages Charlotte (in a very “pinch me” moment) got her start in publishing as editorial coordinator at Gourmet Traveller magazine Now working across the Australian Women’s Weekly Food and Gourmet Traveller as a digital producer her days in court have been traded for luxurious long lunches and an enduring love affair with food Based in the Big Smoke (Sydney) with a growing resume of dishes and destinations under her belt you can take the girl out of Brisbane but not the Brisbane out of the girl… you’re as likely to find Charlotte sipping perfectly chilled reds in Sydney’s slickest spots as you are to see her clutching a watered down beer and barracking for the AFL’s finest Fitzroy North will go to auction later this month A re-imagining of an Art Deco house in Fitzroy North fusing its original characteristics with modern charm may intrigue buyers with its sub $2m-price tag Airy spaces and natural light define the semi-detached home’s interiors with features from Tasmanian oak floors to automated blinds and Phoenix tapware emphasising the high-end finishes RELATED: Future of popular Melb nursery, cafe could be in strife Where will Dustin Martin retire to? Aussie circus performers may have found solution to housing crisis One lucky buyer will enjoy 7 King St Fitzroy North’s central lounge a focal point of the house where a decorative feature is retained on the 3.1m ceiling above an electric fire It leads to another open area encompassing a dining space and an Italian ILVE-equipped kitchen that connects through sliding glass to an outdoor patio Striking tundra grey marble is present throughout the kitchen frosted creams and gunmetal shades; these premium finishes will no doubt be a talking point for friends and family The lounge room with modern fireplace lets in tonnes of natural light Jellis Craig Northern Brunswick agent Elizabeth Kelly says vendors usually remove Art Deco features and decide on an ultra-modern design when renovating “It has a perfect mix of classic Art Deco and modern design – I love how they have kept the original Art Deco features on the ceilings,” Ms Kelly says “It’s basically a move-in ready home – the quality is sensational; it’s very low-maintenance for buyers “The key groups of interested buyers have been downsizers couples aged 35-45 with no children and empty nesters.” Upstairs is a large main bedroom featuring a chic ensuite and a study nook The other two large bedrooms share the bathroom on the ground floor which are also perfect for guests or family staying over The property also has an integrated irrigation system video intercom and year-round comfort with ducted heating and refrigerated cooling and many food options around Nicholson St make this masterpiece the perfect place to call home two-bathroom property has a $1.8m-$1.95m price guide and is set to go under the hammer on August 17 Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox MORE: Simone Biles making perfect-10 moves on and off the bars Late race car drivers’ Prairie-style Melb mansion for sale ‘Shocking’ apartment plunge rings alarm bells SaveLog in, register or subscribe to save recipes for later.You have reached your maximum number of saved items Remove items from your saved list to add more. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime. The focaccia is rightfully celebrated at this spirited trattoria. A generous slice encrusted with salt and rosemary is a necessary accompaniment to any dish. A knockout plate of Jerusalem artichokes roasted with malt and butter is paired with chestnut cream for the ultimate autumnal flavour bomb. The pasta is not to be missed. A stately plate of thick bigoli strands come coated in bisque, ceremoniously cradling a whole Moreton Bay bug. From outside, the restaurant’s stark white corner block gives little indication of the buzz happening within. But the beautiful dining room, overseen by warm and energetic waitstaff, draws chirpy crowds (including those from the apartments above). They’re here to perch at one of the sunlight-strewn window seats or at the luxe marble bar, which offers the best seats to peruse the notable list of amari. This is polished dining, but with neighbourhood soul. plus five more exciting additions to Fitzroy NorthTry a new spin on the pie floater in the front bar of a revamped 1874 pub Or experience Hyderabadi family recipes in an Indian restaurant ShareThis venue appears in the old Melbourne pubs, all done up collection. See all stories.Giving an old pub a new lease on life is a delicate process Regulars like to find the heart of their local still intact but it needs to feel novel enough to draw fresh faces If the hordes coming through the doors are anything to go by the recent refurb of the North Fitzroy Arms – which has stood on the corner of Rae and Reid streets since 1874 – has hit that sweet spot Backstreet pub the North Fitzroy Arms is back open after a gentle renovation.Jana Langhorst“The response from [locals] within a couple of blocks has been amazing,” says publican Julian Downing “They’re as excited as us to have their neighbourhood pub back.” the front bar remains familiar: still a place for perching with a pot of Carlton Draught at the horseshoe-shaped bar surrounded by footy memorabilia In the dining room, things look a little different. There are white tablecloths, new (but vintage-vibe) monogrammed plates, and an energy that walks the line between bistro and boozer, just like chef Barney Cohen’s (ex-Bar Bellamy North Fitrovians can experience the pie floater in upmarket form.Jana LanghorstThe cheeseburger stars beef from retired dairy cows and Cohen’s obsession with from-scratch cooking runs from standouts such as pork and sage sausages to staples including sourdough dinner rolls and even the tomato sauce The South Australia-invented pie floater is proving popular it’s a beef cheek and ale pie with a quenelle of mash in a pool of verdant pea soup Drinks expert Hayley McCarthy (ex-Ides) is responsible for the affordable house tap wines and riveting by-the-glass list which includes Papianakos assyrtiko from Greece There are also Guinness-spiked espresso martinis Open Mon-Thu 4pm-late; Fri-Sun noon-late296 Rae Street, Fitzroy North, northfitzroyarms.com.au the family behind the now-closed Beechworth Indian Restaurant has opened a Melbourne follow-up It puts the traditional food of their home region – Hyderabad “A lot of people we’ve had in from Hyderabad say that it tastes exactly like home,” says co-owner Sarwar Walajahi he’s all about highlighting the regional differences in the dishes his mum which are based on multi-generational recipes Dum ka chicken (chicken in almond and cashew sauce with yoghurt) which has a base of blended almonds and cashews “The same sort of curry in North India would be made with onion,” says Sarwar the preparation of which differs across the subcontinent goat or chicken is marinated then layered through the rice then cooked together for a “less oily and less wet” result than other versions of the dish But the restaurant also serves widely known Indian dishes such as butter chicken and palak paneer Open Mon & Wed-Fri 5pm-9.30pm; Sat-Sun noon-2pm, 5pm-10pm201 Queens Parade, Fitzroy North, instagram.com/magan.melbourne Fieldwork’s minimalist set up in Fitzroy North. Other newbies of note in the suburb include Glory Us (73 Reid Street, Fitzroy North), a friendly Strathmore favourite now offering its cafe flair a little closer to the city Its sophomore location opened for dine-in at the weekend after several weeks of takeaway sales accomplished owners Mike Byard (ex-Pretty Little) and Tori Bicknell (ex-Mulberry Group) have reinstated a fancy French toast that made waves when their OG cafe opened: it’s burnt butter and brown sugar loaf with cinnamon cream and bruleed banana This rebooted Collingwood hotel ticks all the pub boxes (and adds a few we didn’t know we needed)Tartan carpet, beer garden, Latino food and cocktails: The Albion Hotel wants to recapture its glory days. Classic Geelong pub gets a hip Melbourne-style makeover (but don’t panic, it still has bags of charm)One of the city’s oldest pubs is leaning into its charms as part of a makeover that’s got strong wood cabin vibes inside and lots to like on the menu. This restored Hawthorn pub is creating quite the buzzThe venerable watering hole will send out classic counter meals with a light cheffy touch, and have Carlton Draught on pour alongside Chablis. While some spots seek to broaden the definition of a cafe and a community-focused approach to customer service The menu draws inspiration from co-owner Tori Bicknell’s upbringing in New Zealand with recipes passed down from her mum It rotates around fixtures like seasonal salads “deep dishes” (Bicknell’s term for bakes like frittatas cooked in casserole-style trays) New York-style cookies and sliced apple pie Customers can dine in at a large communal table made by co-owner Mike Byard or select from a range of jarred goods premade meals and takeaway to enjoy elsewhere To drink, there’s Rumble coffee, Bobby sodas and house-made smoothies Website: gloryus.com.au