Middle Eastern
Tributes roll in for Melbourne culinary ‘giant’ Greg Malouf
The pioneering chef of modern Middle Eastern cuisine has died at 64. He was also renowned for his cookbooks, mentorship and guest appearances on MasterChef.
- by Hannah Kennelly
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Perth
Check out this chicken: Perth suburb rocks the charcoal barbecue
Pauly’s cooked a lot of chook, and this venue only enhances his family’s rep.
- by Max Veenhuyzen
Coming soon: 10 new, genre-busting Melbourne restaurants we can’t wait to try
They come with cocktail bars, delis and even an art gallery bolted on, as restaurateurs create go-to destinations for all hours of the day.
- by Emma Breheny
‘I literally sat there and sobbed into my falafel’: New Middle Eastern eateries to weep (with joy) over
From Palestinian soul food and late-night Lebanese to a vegan falafel joint, there are now even more Levantine food options to explore.
- by Tomas Telegramma
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Merrylands
Sure, this is a terrific place to wrap grilled meat in bread, but there’s much more to explore
Syrian restaurant Al Shami’s big menu goes beyond the usual grab bag of the Middle East’s greatest hits.
- by Callan Boys
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Templestowe
‘This frankly odd menu is one of the most exciting eating experiences I’ve had in ages’
Dani Valent gains an informal, intimate insight into Iranian home cooking in a low-key suburban shopping strip.
- by Dani Valent
Hummus prince Tom Sarafian reveals plans for two exciting new food venues
The nomadic chef famous for his luxe versions of Lebanese favourites will finally be serving his hit dishes on a more permanent basis.
- by Emma Breheny
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Brunswick East
The ‘delicious little birdies’ Anthony Bourdain loved are better than ever at this new-look Melbourne icon
It’s hard to go past Rumi’s greatest hits. But changes at its new home ensure it’s relevant to a new generation of diners.
- by Besha Rodell
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Rockdale
This hidden bakery in a suburban alleyway is here for a good time, not a long time
It’s not just the Middle Eastern sandwiches and gooey cookies that keep fans coming back to this tucked-away spot, it’s the service.
- by Lenny Ann Low
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Thornbury
This new Lebanese milk bar cafe in the backstreets of Thornbury has community at its heart
Taita’s Breakfast is the new brunch offshoot of Taita’s House on nearby St Georges Road. And owner Xena Abbouchi has thought of everything you might need.
- by Dani Valent
Are these the best falafel in Sydney? Palestinian eatery Khamsa opens beside Sydney Park
Try home-style Palestinian food, passed down through the generations, at this family-run cafe.
- by Bianca Hrovat
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