Food & Drink
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Cooking from the heart: Anne and Maree honouring yiayia Mary
It’s all about love and legacy for My Kitchen Rules mother-daughter duo Anne Ioannou and Maree Durkin. The ‘Gourmet Greeks’, as they’re known by, have been able to showcase their …
Beyond the plate: Why community is the secret ingredient of Mediterranean living
When people talk about the Mediterranean diet, they usually focus on the olive oil, the fresh fish, the vibrant vegetables. But if you ask me, they’re missing the most important …
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Olympic Meats teams with Messina for two-day Greek fest in Marrickville
Olympic Meats has undergone a rapid rise in its short six-month lifespan with the eatery now combining with Messina for a two-day Greek fest in Marrickville. The event, organised from …
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Greek wines impress at Melbourne tasting
Braving Melbourne’s late-winter, early-spring cold, and rain, for a few gulps of fine wine hardly felt like a chore, especially when the glasses were filled with some of Greece’s best …
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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 …