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Kara MonssenFood and wine editor

Kara Monssen is the Herald Sun’s food and wine editor. She is a restaurant and wine critic, and reports food and hospitality news in Melbourne, Victoria. Kara also contributes lifestyle video content for the Herald Sun and delicious.

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Port Melbourne whiskey distillery Starward has won an unprecedented eight platinum medals at San Francisco World Spirits Competition. It is the only distillery in the world to take home consecutive Double Gold Medals. Employees, Distiller Matt Clewlow, and Emma Day, celebrate the big win. Picture: David Caird

Aussie tipple wins top shelf global award

A local distillery has become the first in the world to win an unprecedented number of awards at the global spirits competition.

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Antara 128 restaurant review Caption: Antara 128 restaurant review. The Blooming shallot .Picture by Wayne Taylor 2nd November 2023

Melbourne restaurant selling $8.50 meals in May

Yes you read that right. This trendy CBD restaurant is launching the ultimate meal deal this May that’ll set you back less than $10 for a plate of food.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 25TH, 2022: Co-owners Michele Circhirillo and Fabio Biscalddi of Melbourne's 48h Pizza e Gnocchi Bar, ranked #1 Pizzeria in Asia Pacific 2022 and are off to the World Championship in Naples, Italy next week. Picture: Nicki Connolly

Five South Yarra gems to fuel your day of eating

A cult-famous French restaurant, world-best pizzeria and a very “Melbourne” cafe make up some of the best places to eat and drink in this well-heeled suburb.

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Melbourne cafe king Nathan Toleman is opening two new venues in Abbotsford this winter. Picture: Tim Harris

Cafe king to launch two new venues this winter

The Melbourne cafe king behind Lune and Square One coffee is opening two more venues in Abbotsford— weeks after revealing a new restaurant and deli are on the way this winter.

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All killer, no filler: South Melbourne Italian stunner delivers the hits

This new inner-city Italian restaurant is fancy with a capital ‘F’ and feels like a Euro holiday without a budget — but there’s a very affordable reason to visit.

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Five reasons why Docklands isn’t a foodie wasteland

Blue cheese ice cream? Hot pork rolls? Brewery fresh beer? There are many delicious things to eat and drink in the Docklands, a top chef reveals.

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MELBOURNE, APRIL 18, 2024: Title: Stadium food glow-up Caption: Royal Stacks Dani Zeini and Terri Tep ahead of the Anzac Day match at the MCG. Picture: Mark Stewart

Why top chefs are making a play at stadium restaurants

Guy Grossi is taking over the MCG, Chin Chin is popping up at Geelong’s GMHBA Stadium and Marvel Stadium is upping its food game— so what’s the obsession with stadium restaurants?

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Sashimi at Sakana Sushi Bar, Mooloolaba. Photo Lou O'Brien / Sunshine Coast Newspapers

Iconic Japanese restaurant calls time after 15 years

Another long-running, iconic Melbourne restaurant has been forced to close for good after 15 years, two weeks after Gingerboy called time at its CBD restaurant.

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11/04/2024 (L-R) Claire Harwood, Jess McClure, co-founder David Neitz and Clare Arden at Brewmanity in South Melbourne where they will be hosting Brewmanity beer and yoga for American Express Delicious Month Out. Aaron Francis / Herald Sun

Want to drink beer and stay fit? AFL champ hosts next-level exercise class

AFL champ David Neitz admits he’s more of a “sipper than a sweater” these days — and he’s behind a new fitness trend that combines boozy beer smoothies and pilates. Here’s how to try it.

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TWAM Restaurant review of Rosetta at the Crown in Melbourne.

Crown’s Italian stalwart is closing after 12 years

Crown Melbourne’s beloved Italian restaurant once helmed by chef Neil Perry is closing — and is the first of many changes to roll out at the entertainment hub.

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