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.
Celebrate Mexico: Tequila Versus Mezcal
Enjoy a guided tasting of artisan agave-based spirits paired with gourmet Mexican canapés.
From Farm to Fiesta: A City Tour by Farmer’s Daughters
Join chef Alejandro Saravia for a culinary tour of Melbourne CBD.
Omurice! Motokichi Yukimura at Ishizuka
Experience the world's most famous omurice at one of Melbourne's best Japanese restaurants.
Art, History, Food and Wine Walking Tour
The perfect introduction to Melbourne – street art, curious tales, wine tasting and tapas.
The Rare Tour: Meatmaiden & Restaurang AG
An exclusive four-hands dining series with Restaurang AG as The Rare Tour makes its Aussie debut.
Autumn Sunset Cocktails at Walsh Street
Open the door to Robin Boyd’s iconic Walsh Street residence after-hours for Autumn Sunset Cocktails.
Australian Romance Readers Awards Dinner
The 17th annual Romance Readers Awards dinner, with guest speaker Julie Ann Walker.
La Dolce Vita Taste of Italy Tour
Led by an Italian specialist tour guide, discover glorious Italian treats.
Old and Rare Wine Tastings with Sommelier Antony
An exclusive opportunity to sample old and rare wines with sommelier, Antony Anderson.
Mystery Basement Bar Hop
Solve clues to unveil three hidden venues and enjoy pre-paid drinks and snacks.
Melbourne Hidden Bars Walking Tour
Discover Melbourne's hidden bars – down alleys, in basements and behind closed doors.
Sorcery and Swing: 1920s Magic and Music Dinner
Step into the a vaudevillian dinner show, featuring 1920s tunes and magic.
Mystery Picnic: Melbourne Laneways
Solve clues, taste and collect pre-paid gourmet food on this unique foodie adventure.
Winemaker's Dinner with Ros Ritchie
Join winemaker Ros Ritchie and revel in an epic evening of old wine matched to a delicious dinner.
Spirit of Melbourne Lunch Cruise
Cruise the Yarra River in elegance and comfort and savour your meal on a two-hour lunch cruise.
Koreatown Opening Ceremony
Celebrate Melbourne’s Koreatown opening with a Jang-seung totem pole unveiling!
Cheese and Wine Matching with Sommelier Antony
Explore seven artisan cheese with a sommelier and learn how to match them to back-vintage wines.
Onigiri Chef Taro Kiso at Ishizuka
A one-of-a-kind dining experience from the renowned Japanese chef.
Baker's Dozen
A celebration of caking and baking including favourite bakers from Australia and the world.
Dine at the Shrine
Enjoy a three-course menu created by Peter Rowland, inspired by the Taste of Combat exhibition.
GABS Craft Beer Festival
Discover beer, wine, cocktails, entertainment, live bands, game shows and more.
Grit, Gin, and Great Stories: Walking Tour
Join this unforgettable evening of history, flavour, and vibrant storytelling.
Melbourne's Night Bites: Evening Food Tour
Taste the best of Melbourne on a progressive dinner showcasing restaurants, bars and bites.
Chocolate Family Adventure Day
Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.
Private Cellar: Old Aussie Cabernets with Antony Anderson
An epic afternoon of six cabernets from three top regions matched to a matched three-course meal.
Whitehart x Serai: Pinoy Party
Serai joins forces with Melbourne's favourite bar Whitehart for the ultimate street food party.
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Hawker 88 Night Market
Hawker 88 Night Market brings the tastes, sounds and sights of Asia to Queen Victoria Market.
Where to enjoy a white winter in Melbourne
Embrace the chill with warming treats, pop-ups and events worthy of a Northern Hemisphere winter.
The Makers and Shakers Market
Over 175 top-notch makers of homewares, food, fashion plus creative workshops.