On this episode of Relish, it was an absolute insitution for decades, and now, Mark Protheroe and Katrina Bruckner explain what we can expect from as historic Clover Cottage prepares to re-open in Berwick.

Also, Shannon Martinez has brought her cult Collingwood cafe Smith & Deli to the heart of the city in Degraves Street, she'll share what's on the menu from grab and go breakkies to night time tapas.

And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - a brand new restaurant and listening room in Collingwood from the Mulberry Group as Bar Sala quietly opens; Chris Lucas announces his next project, modern Greek restaurant Noema; a tasty collab as Slowpoke brings their cult-status cheeseburger to W Hotel's Curious Bar; South Yarra's Mr L's hosts WA's Alkoomi Wines for special dinner; and your tip on a perfect winter getaway to Basalt Wines gorgeous new villas down Port Fairy-way .

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On the Relish podcast - Gary Mills and Elika Rowell opened a winery in Preston (of all places) and seven years later it's thriving and still evolving, Kate gets the lowdown on Jamsheed, their new chef, and some fun new events planned for winter.

Also - after nearly two decades running the floor at some of Melbourne's best & busiest restaurant, Richard Duncan has branched out on his own to open Little House - so what can we expect from this hospo pro and the ace team he's lured to join him.

And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - : your chance to enjoy a brilliant value Japanese lunch at two-hatted Warabi restaurant; Cha Ching has launched a brand new winter menu and a cracking happy hour to go with it; late night bliss for sweet-tooths as Gimlet quietly launches an off menu tableside dessert in the Pears Foster; the team behind stunning restaurant Reine announce an equally decadent cocktail bar in Bar Privé; and your chance to escape to Brazil this winter, with Noite Brasileria every Friday night at gorgeous Crittenden Wines.

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On this episode of Relish, Kate chats to Gerardo Lopez about the international honour bestowed on La Tortilleria the tiny Kensington eatery that became a tortilla-making behemoth.

Also - how does "a convenience store for drinks that’s designed like Aesop but run like 7-Eleven" sound? Drop Shop co-founder Dan Sims and manager Courtney Keegan will explain a little bit more.

And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - modern Indian restaurant Saadi turns Chook Shop for one night only; plan you winter escape in Fern Bar & Dining's Winter Hidden Garden conservatories; Wagyu Ya & Sher Wagyu pair up for a Wagyu extravaganza at Yakikami & Niku Ou; Aru celebrates 5 years of service with a tasty dive in the archives, and 1Hotel announces its next Upstairs Pour partnership, this one a spicy collab with Six Eyed Scorpion Chilli Oil.

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On this episode of Relish, for 15 years now local charity Scarf has been giving young migrants & refugees invaluable hospitality training and real-world experience, CEO and co-founder Hannah Brennan shares a bit more about the successes and challenges along the way, and how we can help just by heading out for dinner at Fitzroy's Masti this fortnight.

Also, at Punch Lane's Circl Wine House Scandi exec chef Elias Salomonnsen has been wowing the wine lovers with his menu since it opened, I'll ask this talented Swede how manages to so easily to make Australian produce sing.

And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - a special one-off dinner at Collingwood's Pincho Disco celebrating Nikkei cuisine; South Melbourne's iconic O'Connell's Hotel has reopened with new owners, a new menu but all the charm it's always boasted; your chance to indulge in one of Melbourne's most beautiful dining room as Florentino launches Family Style Sundays; a superb pairing as CBD stunner Tonka hosts Tasmania's Hellyer's Road distillery for a refined afternoon of whisky tasting and matched food; and one of Victoria's most accessible and charming wine festivals - The Shortest Lunch - is back in the Yarra Valley this June.

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On this episode of Relish ... don't you love people who have a dream and go after it? French born entrepreneur Tamara Craig has done just that with premium small-batch Voulez Vodka, Kate will find out more.

Also, Herald Sun food & wine editor Kara Monssen on what we can expect as she once again host's Ballarat's fabulous Heritage Harvest Festival.

And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - brand new bayside boozer, the stylish Hampton Hotel opens; huge food news as seafood institution The Atlantic closes at Crown Melbourne - but how you can enjoy a month of special offerings before they go; forget Basque cheesecake and get your hands on the Hokkaido version flown in specially from Japan at Le Tao; Jackalope celebrates World Whisky Day with not one but TWO fabulous collabs with Lark distillery; and Blackburn Bottle-o & Wine Bar Natural Science has dubbed May Discovery month - which means lots of fun events with drinks producers for us!

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On this episode of Relish, can you believe Melbourne laneway stalwart Bar Lourinha will mark 20 years in Melbourne this year? Kates asks co-owner and chef Matt McConnell about the secret to their success.

Also, Navi exec chef Julian Hills & head chef Ana Cortes Garcia share details on how they're celebrating the women shaping Australia's food and wine landscape with the first "She at the Helm" event next month.

And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne - a new-wave, skyhigh high tea at Strato Melbourne; Figlia invites you to Emilia-Romagna each Monday night for a 30 taste of Italy; laneway fave Hotel Nacional launches a bold new Mexican menu (and yes it's still 100% gluten-free); South Melbourne modern Greek stunner Aegli hosts a special one-off wine dinner; and Bar Marmelo invites us to Portugal with their "Lisbon nights" happy hour specials.

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On the Relish podcast, when was the last time you enjoyed elevated, modern Irish cuisine? It hasn't really existed here until now, so Kate gets the laydown on gorgeouse new Enbarr restaurant from owners James Gallagher and Zenita O'Neill.

Also, Matt Forbes & Amy Newman will explain what to expect from the beautiful new Cobb Lane Bakery in one of the best addresses in the CBD.

And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne - Italian restaurant Delmonte set to open this winter at the King & Godfree precinct; Pidapipo teams up with acclaimed Korean restaurant CHAE for a very special gelato offering; Myrtle Wine Bar's next wine dinner will be a ripping event celebrating Prancing Horse Estate's biodynamic viticulture; at the W Hotel, Curious Melbourne has launched a thoroughly playful new cocktail menu; and your reminder to consider heading to the Grampians Grape Escape this May, a huge celebration of local food, wine, and spirits in the stunning setting of Halls Gap.

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On the Relish podcast Nic Sandery explains how he's transformed Molly Rose Brewing from the formal restaurant it accidentally became, back to the fun neighbourhood brewery he created.

Also, Jason M Jones celebrates 10 years of iconic Prahran steak joint Entrecote and shares some reflections on a lifetime in hospitality. 

And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne - the Angel of Malvern starts a staged opening, Baby Driver Bar serves up Detroit-style pizza with 9Mile Pizza; Cha Ching launches great value all-you-can-eat weekend Yum Cha; celebrate National Cocktail Day at the Royce Hotel's "Showroom Bar" OR Le Meridien's Dolly downstairs; plus hidden speakeasy Mill Place Merchants is after your confessions!

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On the Relish podcast - straight from the wilds of South Africa to the urban jungle of South Yarra, George Calombaris pops by to talk Auto Greek, his new pop up at the Ovolo Hotel.

Also, Michael Greenlaw explains how the Edition Group has managed to balance legacy and history in taking over the famous Florentino restaurants, while putting their own stamp on these much loved Melbourne venues.

And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne - some last minute Melbourne Food and Wine Festival ideas like A Western Victorian Campfire Tale at Ballarat's Itinerant Spirits; a pizza-party with Michelin cred at Brunswick's Figlia; late night cheese and rare wine with NO BOOKINGS NECESSARY at Grana; and a brilliant celebration of the humble chook in Farm, Field And Table: The Chicken Dinner at From Here by Mike; as well as a "do" in going the full Greek at Preston Market’s much-loved Greek Day Festival at the end of this month - OPA!

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On this episode of Relish, Michael Bascetta is the man behind some of the inner north's best eateries (think Bar Liberty, Capitano and Falco), and he has opened a pub. He'll explain what we can expect from Fitzroy North's The Pinnacle.

Also - Nathan Toleman just knows how to hospitality, he's explain how that translates to just one of five venues his Mulberry Group is running at the brand new Hannah Street Hotel, the gorgeous Coupette Corner Bistro and Bar.

And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne - Via Lucia Mercato brings a taste of South Melbourne's Italian fave Lucia to the market, Frenchie finally opens in the city with its 14 buck menu, the lowdown on Gerald's Bar's move to its new home in Lygon Street, Sunset Sessions to see out summer at Cleo Melbourne, and to do? Well, how about entering a competition that could see you visiting and reviewing Big 4 Holiday Parks for a whole year?

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