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The Best Spanish Paella In Melbourne

First of all, I feel very lucky to live close to the South Melbourne Market. Because, by my appreciation is the best, in the city. That is to say, it has better places to eat than any other market. In fact, even the Queen Victoria Market is not good enough to the spot located 322-326…
The Best Turkish Gozleme In Melbourne

In fact, I have tried gozleme in several places in Melbourne but the best are at Koy. Which is a Turkish restaurant located in the South Melbourne Market. Due to, they are well filled, also very tasty and there is balance. In other words, if you have ordered a minced meat gozleme, there are meats…
Chardonnay Maison De La Villette, France 2019

After I starting pairing food with wine, this Chardonnay from Maison De La Villette, France, year 2019 has been one of the most beautiful bottle of white wines that I have tried. Besides, for only $20 AUD, the quality is so good that really, is a white with great value. Moreover, the main reason I…
Souvlakis At Stalactites Greek Restaurant In Melbourne

After I have come several times at Stalactites, a well known greek restaurant in Melbourne, since 1978. In fact, I realised one thing that the Souvlakis here, are the best in the city. And if you don’t know what I’m talking about, is a kind of Turkish kebab or Israeli Shawarma but from Greece, where…
Sauvignon Blanc Ata Rangi Martinborough Te Wa, 2019

My first wine pairing with food, it was a Sauvignon Blanc Ata Rangi Martinborough, Te Wa 2019 from New Zealand. Since, 1990’s Sauvignon Blancs have become the pride of New Zealand. Although, Pinot Noir has been gaining momentum. On the other hand, under the radar are crisp, high-acid Chardonnays. New Zealand has skyrocketed in the…
Rosetta An Elegant & Sophisticated Italian Restaurant

I have been in very good, if it’s not the best Italian restaurants in Melbourne. But, still none of them have been better than Rosetta. In fact, Rosetta has given to me the most authentic Italian flavours. Besides, an elegant way of presenting its dishes and the fancy concept of a beautiful restaurant make this…