Relish with Kate Stevenson

On this episode of Relish, White Possum head distiller Paul Peng pops by to share what to expect from this year's ever-popular Australian Whisky & Australian Gin Advent calendars, and there are a few surprises and some unique offerings in store for those lucky enough to get their hands on one. 

Also he's a chef with global kitchen cred in some of the world's most luxurious hotels, Deepak Mishra will previews his beautiful new restaurant about to open in the heart of Williamstown, Bungalow 147 by The Bay. 

And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - 

• After nearly two decades as a staple of Chapel Street's nightlife, the Lucky Coq is undergoing a transformation to become Lucky’s later this spring; 
• Another neighbourhood landmark, St Kilda's The Saint, is getting a refresh as a modern local; in Armadale, ever-popular local wine bar Harvie is giving punters even more reasons to get out and about with great value Wednesday pasta nights and free fromage Sundays; 
• On the Bellarine, the brilliant Barwon Heads Wine Store has added a wine bar to their offering; 
• and it's road trip time, as Navi's Julian Hills heads to Beechworth to join Provenance's Michael Ryan for a very special event, in "Chef's Trove".

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In this episode of Relish - Italian Festa is back at the Royal Exhibition Buildings this month, and this year it'll feature a sit-down restaurant, Bar Italia - drinks legend Orlando Marzo gives us the lowdown. 

Also, much-loved local foodie & award-winning author Alice Zaslavsky shares what to expect from her brand new cookbook for smart, speedy dinners, Weeknights with Alice.

And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne, brand new Japanese joint En Restaurant opens just off Flinders Lane serving up interactive, multi-course kappo dining; Belasco has opened at the W Hotel serving up a new take on classic Italian-American cooking; Venetian wine bar and Cicchetteria Da Bepi is celebrating its first birthday with four days of great wine, good food, music and a brand new space to enjoy; how you can spend Halloween in the cells of the Old Geelong Gaol tasting the region's best wines, beers and spirits at Dark Cellars; and your chance at an exclusive behind the scenes tour of one of this state's most prolific seafood suppliers with Portarlington Mussel Tours.

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On this episode of Relish, it's been described as a bit louder and a little looser than fine dining sister Navi, co-founder Miriam Wahlhutter tells us what to expect from Yarraville's brand new Bar Gabi.

Also - food lovers shed a tear when Peter Gunn closed the doors on Collingwood's Ides earlier this year, which is why I am so excited to hear all about his fun new 12-seat yakitori pop-up - Shogunn.

And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne

The team behind cult bakery Kudo open their first-ever dine-in venue - Itera in Brunswick; world-renowned French chef Dominique Crenn announces she's opening her first Australian venue - Petit Crenn - in the heart of Collins Street; Oktoberfest is here, and Hofbräuhaus Melbourne is surely a perfect spot to celebrate; your chance to Eat Spain Drink Spain all this month at some of the city's best Spanish venues; and the Heathcote Wine & Food Festival next month with brilliant regional wines, food and music.

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On this episode of Relish, Yianni Kasidokostas won us over with his modern Greek food at Eegli; he'll share what to expect from his new Helios Hotel in Malvern. 

Also - a brand new burlesque and cocktail bar has just opened in Fitzroy, owner Rio Olivetti will tell us about about Flair.

And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - team from Navi announce brand new Bar Gabi for Yarraville, riverside spot Crane Bar is going Latino with a new chef and menu; Anada in Fitzroy is launching BYO Tuesday to Thursday; Natural Science Wine & Liquor are bringing back their brilliant Everyday Wine Fair; and details on a guided tour with a difference at Pentridge Prison.

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On the next Relish podcast, Kate chats to Maidenii Vermouth co-founder Shaun Byrne about their big win at Melbourne Royal's Spirits Awards and how they're recovering from summer's devastating Harcourt busfires.

Also, French pastry chef Pierrick Boyer explains what to expect from Chateau Merveilles - the immersive fine-dining experience leaving France for the first time and heading to Melbourne.

And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - Andrew McConnell unveils his new restaurant Cote Basque; Supernormal is serving up celebration of noodle with a new dish weekly; Delmonte has just opened in in the famous King & Godfree site in Carlton; floating city bar Afloat has announced it'll be going Greek this year; and Kate's tip for a tasty weekend in Victoria's only UNESCO declared Region of Gastronomy - Bendigo.

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On this episode of Relish - big news from Shane Delia as his stunning cocktail bar Jayda opens up dining with a Levantine-inspired bistro menu available for lunches and dinners.

Also winter means truffles and the Queen Vic Market has us covered as cost of living bites with its very accessible Truffle Treasures Trail, Ripe Cheese owner Hakim Halim will let us know what he and other traders have on offer.

And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne - get yourself inf for Bottomless Fries & Steak at Dorsett Hotel Melbourne's Jin Bar; Saluministi celebrate a decade in business with a return to 2016 price for two days only; the Angel of Malvern unveils its last two layers in Wine Bar & Eatery "Flores" and Cocktail & Audio Bar, "Lately"; the North by North East wine festival returns to the Old Melbourne Gaol; and a very beachy Christmas in July on offer at three blue ducks.

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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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