Food & Drink
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When France meets Greece: A culinary symphony in Melbourne
Recently, a special culinary celebration took place within the walls of Northcote’s iconic monastery building, now being revitalised under the amazing Chora project. The evening brought together two of Melbourne’s …
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Angie Giannakodakis named Restaurant Personality of the Year: “For me, it’s about family”
At this year’s Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Awards in Hobart, Angie Giannakodakis was honoured as Restaurant Personality of the Year, recognised for more than three decades of championing Greek cuisine, wine, …
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Helena and Vikki Moursellas serve up taverna vibes in new cookbook OPA!
Greek Australian twins, chefs Helena and Vikki Moursellas are on a mission to bottle up the essence of the Greek taverna, and serve it to the world. Their new cookbook …
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Oakleigh institution grows sweeter
The Melbourne cold and rain did not dampen the enthusiasm of punters lining up on Eaton Mall, Oakleigh, for the opening of Vanilla’s new frozen yogurt bar. This is a …
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Helena and Vikki Moursellas bring Greek tavernas to the table with new cookbook ‘OPA!’
Greek Australian twin chefs Helena and Vikki Moursellas are bringing the joy of the Greek taverna to kitchens around the world with their latest cookbook, OPA!. Following the success of …
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Pioneering TV chef Peter Russell-Clarke dies aged 89
Renowned cook Peter Russell-Clarke, who became of one Australia’s first celebrity chefs in the 1980s, has died peacefully aged 89. Chef, artist, writer, illustrator and author Peter Russell-Clarke is being …
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From lab to plate: Greek Australian’s cultured meat now approved in Australia
Alternate meat products have been talked about for years and now some are about to hit the plates in Australia. Greek Australian led cell-based meat company Vow has been given …
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Lesvos Food Fest returns to share the island’s tastes and traditions
Lesvos is gearing up to once again host one of its most significant cultural events in the Lesvos Food Fest. The 2025 edition (and sixth overall) will take place from …
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Baking stories: George Diakomichalis and the sweet taste of heritage
George Diakomichalis is renowned in Adeliade for Kalymnos Pastries and has garnered profile as the host of TV show ‘Let’s Eat with George’. If there’s one thing most can agree …
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Tasting the wines of Amyndeon – The Kontosoros Guest House and the Anzacs of Vevi
One of the pleasures of following the Anzac trail across Greece are encounters with local people and their varied cuisines. This is one of the reasons that I love returning …