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WATCH: Searching for the hottest food in eastern Melbourne: Dragon Hot Pot

WATCH: Searching for the hottest food in eastern Melbourne: Dragon Hot Pot

Their signature malatang packed a punch.

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WATCH: What happened to Australia’s milk bars?

WATCH: What happened to Australia’s milk bars?

A Mooroolbark business has re-energised the idea of what a corner store can be.

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WATCH: The search continues for the hottest food in Melbourne's east

WATCH: The search continues for the hottest food in Melbourne's east

I went to Crazy Wing in Glen Waverley to try the signature spicy chicken wings.

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

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

“I feel disappointed every time I shop.”

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.”

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The ultimate guide to cheaper grocery shopping in eastern Melbourne

The ultimate guide to cheaper grocery shopping in eastern Melbourne

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

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The ultimate guide to eastern Melbourne’s best bakeries

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.

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The best coffee spots for you to check out in Knox

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.

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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.

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.

Whitehorse

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The ultimate guide to affordable eats in Hawthorn under $20

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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The best beer gardens across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs to check out this spring

The best beer gardens across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs to check out this spring

Here’s our selection of the best locations you can quench your thirst while soaking up some rays.

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WATCH: Grab an ethical cup this International Coffee Day

WATCH: Grab an ethical cup this International Coffee Day

Have you ever wondered where the beans from your daily cup of coffee were sourced?

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“A lot of work”: New gardeners advised to start early and stay vigilant

“A lot of work”: New gardeners advised to start early and stay vigilant

Looking at an empty garden bed and not sure where to start?

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Affordable noodles $13 and under in Melbourne’s east

Affordable noodles $13 and under in Melbourne’s east

Pop on down to grab a cheap noodle dish at one of these restaurants.

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Where to grab brunch for $15 and under in Melbourne’s east

Where to grab brunch for $15 and under in Melbourne’s east

Find yourself strolling along your local Main Street strip and searching for a cheap brekky deal but struggling to find anything cheaper than $25? Here are nine spots in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs where you can sit down for a brunch with some friends for $15 and under.

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Three venues, and change from $30: Bites and drinks in the east

Three venues, and change from $30: Bites and drinks in the east

We set out to tick the sweet and savoury boxes in Mitcham, Blackburn and Mont Albert North.

Whitehorse

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As low as $0.80 each: Cheap dumplings in Melbourne’s east

As low as $0.80 each: Cheap dumplings in Melbourne’s east

Craving Xiao Long Bao, but on a budget? Here’s where to find cheap dumplings across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs.

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Saving up over winter? These are Ringwood East’s best eats for under $20

Saving up over winter? These are Ringwood East’s best eats for under $20

Check out the cheap eats Ringwood East has to offer, all for under $20.

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On a budget? These are Nunawading’s best eats for under $20

On a budget? These are Nunawading’s best eats for under $20

Check out the cheap eats this eastern suburb has to offer, all for under $20.

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“Everyone feels the pressure of cost of living”: How are local cafes keeping up with rising bills?

“Everyone feels the pressure of cost of living”: How are local cafes keeping up with rising bills?

Has your daily coffee started costing more? We spoke to local cafes and industry experts about why.

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