Emma Breheny
Food journalist
Emma is Good Food's Melbourne-based reporter and co-editor of The Age Good Food Guide 2024.
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Track down this new Persian kabab spot tucked among mechanics and warehouses
The creator of one of the west’s most groundbreaking cafes has opened another heartfelt venue. To find it, just follow your nose.
- Emma Breheny
Star chef Tom Sarafian to open his first restaurant on a happening northside street
The chef intended to open his dream restaurant in the heart of the city with a well-known restaurant group. Now, he has announced a new plan – and it involves the northside.
- Emma Breheny
These newly opened bars are perfect for low-fuss catch-ups this Christmas
Nail the group get-together with these five easygoing yet elegant bars, from an Amalfi-inspired rooftop in the ’burbs to a slinky underground spot.
- Emma Breheny
Why 2025 is already looking up for new bars and restaurants in Victoria
It’s about to become a lot simpler for hospitality operators to seek permission to sell alcohol.
- Emma Breheny
Star Thai diner Soi 38 opens another CBD restaurant – get in before the queues
Just don’t expect it to be anything like the original restaurant that shook up Melbourne’s Thai scene 10 years ago.
- Emma Breheny
A new Flinders Lane venue channels what’s hot right now in France
This new spot spanning restaurant, cellar door and wine bar promises to be more French than most of our French bistros. And there’s a bargain lunch menu.
- Emma Breheny
This new city pasta bar lets you customise everything – and bowls are less than $20
Opening soon in a busy CBD shopping centre, this new venue designed for speedy visits could be the Subway of Italian restaurants. Some people will hate that; for others, it’ll be game-changing.
- Emma Breheny
From gold rush to gold chook: Where to find Central Victoria’s hidden dining gems
Beyond Daylesford, central Victoria has plenty more for food-lovers, from a destination for charcoal chicken and natural wine to an all-day wine bar that feels straight from Rome.
- Emma Breheny
Julia, Curtis and St John: Get set for a huge Melbourne Food & Wine Festival
March means fabulous food, whether it’s an epic brunch in lush grounds, world-famous chefs cooking with hometown heroes, or tributes to the humble dimmie.
- Emma Breheny
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Russell Street’s stunning new rooftop serves up big Med flavours and all-new city views
Lamb doner, cheesy Greek pastries and a dash of Aussie nostalgia headline a menu that’s built for a summer of fun.
- Emma Breheny
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