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Vegan options are shrinking at Melbourne’s eastern supermarkets. Here’s  where to shop instead.
Jun 10, 2026

Vegan options are shrinking at Melbourne’s eastern supermarkets. Here’s where to shop instead.

“I feel disappointed every time I shop.”

Justine de Jonge
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Cheaper cocktails and affordable ales: Eastern Melbourne’s best Happy Hour deals
May 28, 2026

Cheaper cocktails and affordable ales: Eastern Melbourne’s best Happy Hour deals

Knock a few dollars off the drinks bill at these local bars.

Matthew Sims
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The best budget-friendly Italian spots across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs
May 25, 2026

The best budget-friendly Italian spots across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs

From light antipastos to traditional woodfired pizzas, here are some of the best places celebrating Mediterranean flavours.

Matthew Sims
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Melbourne families are struggling to put food on the table. Eastern suburbs locals are opening up their garages to help.
May 07, 2026

Melbourne families are struggling to put food on the table. Eastern suburbs locals are opening up their garages to help.

“I personally believe that supermarkets will be a thing of the past in 10 years.”

Matthew Sims
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The ultimate guide to cheaper grocery shopping in eastern Melbourne
May 01, 2026

The ultimate guide to cheaper grocery shopping in eastern Melbourne

Popping into these bulk or discount stores could cut down on your weekly expenses.

Matthew Sims
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The ultimate guide to eastern Melbourne’s best bakeries
Apr 29, 2026

The ultimate guide to eastern Melbourne’s best bakeries

From vanilla slices or a classic meat pie to a croissant or a danish, there’s a wide range of bakehouses and patisseries in the area.

Matthew Sims
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The best coffee spots for you to check out in Knox
Apr 27, 2026

The best coffee spots for you to check out in Knox

From a bakery to a chocolate shop, here’s some of the places where you can grab a long black or a cappuccino to perk you up.

Thomas Spencer
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This yum cha master has spent 62 years making handmade dim sum. Now, his son is fighting to keep the tradition alive.
Apr 22, 2026

This yum cha master has spent 62 years making handmade dim sum. Now, his son is fighting to keep the tradition alive.

High labour costs and a shortage of skilled chefs are driving many food businesses to move away from the usual methods.

Matthew Sims
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The ultimate guide to affordable eats in Hawthorn under $20
Mar 06, 2026

The ultimate guide to affordable eats in Hawthorn under $20

From Vietnamese soups to a classic fish and chips shop, check out where you can grab a quick meal without breaking the bank.

Matthew Sims
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Affordable tofu dishes for $20 and under across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs
Nov 07, 2025

Affordable tofu dishes for $20 and under across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs

Tofu is a cheap option for vegetarians and vegans alike. Here’s our picks for some of the best spots serving tofu-based bites under $20.

Justine de Jonge
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Where to get your whole foods and health foods in Melbourne’s east
Nov 03, 2025

Where to get your whole foods and health foods in Melbourne’s east

Need ingredients that you can’t buy in the big supermarkets – or need some extra healthy whole foods? Check out our list of our favourite spots in the eastern suburbs.

Justine de Jonge
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WATCH: What can you buy at Heide Makers' Market?
Oct 30, 2025

WATCH: What can you buy at Heide Makers' Market?

The Heide Makers' Market is held on the second Saturday of each month from 10am to 3pm at 7 Templestowe Road in Bulleen.

Matthew Sims
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