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.
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.
Asian Comedy Showcase
See Australia's funniest Asian comedians, from TV and radio as well as up-and-coming stars.
Asia Street Food Festival by the Yarra
Experience authentic Asian street food that transports you to the vibrant streets of Asia.
Learn to Cook Thai – Aqua Series: Infinity Blue Barramundi
A hands-on cooking experience celebrating premium Australian seafood with bold Thai flair.
Bastille Day Dinner with Sommelier Antony
A four-course celebration of everything French for Bastille Day.
Learn to Cook Thai: Pad Thai and Papaya Salad
Join a hands-on cooking class, featuring two of Thailand’s favourite dishes.
Rising Tides by Thai Tides
Discover a new side of Thai cuisine each week at this dining series hosted by Thai Tide.
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.
Winter Cooking Classes Preserves: Sweet Relish
Learn how to make the perfect sweet relish using whatever ingredients you have on hand.
Old and Rare Wine Tastings and Dinner with Sommelier Antony
An exclusive opportunity to sample old and rare wines with sommelier, Antony Anderson.
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.
Pingu Themed Children's Afternoon Tea
Step into the charming world of Pingu with a whimsical afternoon tea,
Chef's Table Eight-Course Degustation Dinner
Enjoy an eight-course themed dinner with optional matched wines.
Master the Art of Dumpling Making
Enjoy a live dumpling masterclass, followed by a three-course menu with beverage pairings.
Cheese and Wine Matching with Sommelier Antony
Explore seven artisan cheese with a sommelier and learn how to match them to back-vintage wines.
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.
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.
Chocolate Family Adventure Day
Enjoy an all-inclusive, stress-free family outing filled with fun, creativity, and delicious treats.
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.
Crown Pride Luncheon
Rhys Nicholson and Michelle Sheppard talk on the themes of activism and social change.
Antipasto Making and Aperitivo Cocktail Masterclass
Learn about pestos, pickles and cocktails to create your own platter and drinks in this masterclass.
Winter Cooking Classes Preserves: Savoury Chutney
Learn how to make the perfect sweet relish using whatever ingredients you have on hand.
Art, History, Food and Wine Walking Tour
The perfect introduction to Melbourne – street art, curious tales, wine tasting and tapas.
Sake Samurai Marie Chiba
Ishizuka welcomes 14th generation 'sake samurai' Marie Chiba for an exclusive culinary experience.
Melbourne Foodie Culture Tour
This walking tour introduces you to Melbourne's favourite foods, architecture and stories.
Gin-dulgent High Tea with Mixologist Antony
Take your seat for a guided gin high tea like no other with bottomless sparkling.
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Christmas in July at the Corner Market
Step into a winter wonderland these school holidays with a magical Christmas in July market.
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.