As a foodie town, Melbourne always has a culinary event on the boil. Choose from food festivals, wine tastings, celebrity chef visits and cooking classes.
Italian Festa and Expo
Celebrating Italian culture, food, music and more at the Royal Exhibition Building and Museum Plaza.
Ostro x Einder
Julia Busuttil Nishimura crafts a feast beneath the striking installation, Einder by Boris Acket.
Battle of the Valleys: King vs Yarra Long Lunch
A long lunch celebrating the Yarra and King Valleys, with food, wine and stories.
Asia Street Food Festival by the Yarra
Experience authentic Asian street food that transports you to the vibrant streets of Asia.
Asian Comedy Showcase
See Australia's funniest Asian comedians, from TV and radio as well as up-and-coming stars.
Learn to Cook Thai – Aqua Series: Infinity Blue Barramundi
A hands-on cooking experience celebrating premium Australian seafood with bold Thai flair.
Learn to Cook Thai: Pad Thai and Papaya Salad
Join a hands-on cooking class, featuring two of Thailand’s favourite dishes.
Rising Tides
Discover a new side of Thai cuisine each week at this dining series hosted by Thai Tide.
Old and Rare Wine Tastings and Dinner with Sommelier Antony
An exclusive opportunity to sample old and rare wines with sommelier, Antony Anderson.
Melbourne Hidden Bars Walking Tour
Discover Melbourne's hidden bars – down alleys, in basements and behind closed doors.
Mystery Picnic: Melbourne Laneways
Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.
Petit Four Workshop
Unlock the secrets to creating amazing bite-sized desserts in this cooking workshop.
Winter Cooking Classes Preserves: Sweet Relish
Learn how to make the perfect sweet relish using whatever ingredients you have on hand.
Cocktail Making Class
Mix, shake and sip your way through the ultimate cocktail class in a hidden Melbourne bar.
A Trio of Asian Delights
Learn how to master the vibrant flavours of modern Asian cuisine in this cooking workshop.
Spirit of Melbourne Lunch Cruise
Cruise the Yarra River in elegance and comfort and savour your meal on a two-hour lunch cruise.
The best things to do under $20 in Melbourne
The best cocktail deals, cheap eats and low-cost activities in Melbourne.
Learn to Cook Thai: Green Curry Prawns and Thai Roti
Make and eat a green curry and Thai roti at this cooking masterclass.
Chef's Table Eight-Course Degustation Dinner
Enjoy an eight-course themed dinner with optional matched wines.
Wallabies v Lions Rugby Test Match Preview Dinner
Celebrate and preview the second Lions Test at a special dinner, and hear from rugby greats.
Master the Art of Dumpling Making
Enjoy a live dumpling masterclass, followed by a three-course menu with beverage pairings.
Independence for Desis Down Under
Celebrate India's Independence Day with comedy and an unlimited buffet.
Learn to Cook Thai: Crab Fried Rice and Sweet Spring Rolls
A hands-on Thai cooking class of two courses, followed by a riverside feast.
North x North East Victorian Wine Festival
The North x North East Victorian Wine Festival comes to the Old Melbourne Gaol.
Swiss National Day Dinner with Sommelier Antony
Celebrate Switzerland's National Day with authentic Swiss cheese fondue and more.
Celebrate Mexico: Tequila Versus Mezcal
Enjoy a guided tasting of artisan agave-based spirits paired with gourmet Mexican canapés.
Spice Up Your Life Workshop
Learn about the health benefits of spices and herbs and how to use them in this cooking workshop.
Chocolate Family Adventure Day
Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.
Oasis After Dark at Jayda
Sleek cocktail bar Jayda welcomes a one-night-only event of Middle Eastern entertainment.
Mystery Sidedoor City: Wine and Asian Fusion Bites
Enjoy off-menu bites and paired drinks at a hidden Melbourne venue on this guided tasting adventure.
Winter Cooking Classes Preserves: Savoury Chutney
Learn how to make the perfect sweet relish using whatever ingredients you have on hand.
Cheese and Wine Matching with Sommelier Antony
Explore seven artisan cheese with a sommelier and learn how to match them to back-vintage wines.
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Where to enjoy a European-style winter in Melbourne
Embrace the chill with warming treats, pop-ups and events worthy of a Northern Hemisphere winter.
Kensington Market
An eclectic mix of homewares, culinary treats, ceramics, sustainable goods and visual art.
Melbourne Pen and Stationery Show
This 25th anniversary show features a huge variety of stationery supplies and activities.