Our favourite mochi donuts are popping up in Canberra next month. If you don’t know what a mochi donut is, it’s a light and crispy donut with a pillowy perfect chew. You might be familiar with Demochi if you’re a regular at the annual Night Noodle Markets. If you’re a fan, you’ll be happy to know their delicious mochi donuts will be available from 2-5 February at Whale Tea, 191/260 City Walk. You can choose from a 12 pack, 4 pack or individual donuts and flavours include matcha, cinnamon, glazed or the original honey glazed. There will be a limited amount available each day so if you don’t wan ..read more

One of our many favourite things about Japan is the range of high-quality bento boxes. There’s something very special about a selection of delicious Japanese dishes arranged neatly in a compartmented box that’s easily transportable. Whether you’re looking for a takeaway to eat at your desk or a fine-dining version for a special occasion, Canberra has an abundance of Japanese restaurants so there’s a good variety to choose from. We’ve rounded up some of the best places that offer bento boxes in the nation’s capital. Lilotang 1 Burbury Close, Barton Located in Barton, Lilotang bring a unique sty ..read more

Inka dishes up Nikkei-style food with elements of Peruvian food and Japanese food with cooking techniques from both cultures, in a stylish and dramatic two-storey restaurant adorned with South American design features. Located in the heart of the city on Bunda St, Inka has impressed diners in Canberra with its unique Japanese and Peruvian fusions flavours since it opened in early 2021. If you haven’t visited yet, you’re missing out and their $45 express lunch might be just the thing to entice you to make a booking. Lanterns hang dramatically from the high ceiling, Peruvian clay statues occupy ..read more

Canberra’s newest bar, Blue Eyes Bar & Lounge, opens their doors on Friday 11 November. Inspired by the soulful songs of Frank Sinatra and old Hollywood bars, Blue Eyes’ opulent atmosphere will transport patrons to the glitz and glamour of the golden ages with plush velvet curtains, glittering chandeliers, intimate booths and a mini stage for live music. The luxurious decor and interior is complemented by a curated menu of oysters, charcuterie, caviar and expertly crafted signature cocktails. Owner and Manager Michael Spaseski, also owner Fenway Public House in Woden’s Bradley Street, is ..read more

From boss and employee, to mentor and mentee, the long-standing relationship between Daniel Sparrow and Omar Muscat evolved into a friendship that’s risen and expanded over the years. Now they’ve formed a partnership that’s proving to be a recipe for success. The two have a strong background in hospitality with more than 40 years’ experience between them. Omar has owned and operated more than eight hospitality businesses over the years and Daniel first joined his team when he was just 15-years-old. Their new venture has taken them to the country where the pair purchased Little Sutton Bakehouse ..read more

Love a trifle with a twist? Our friends at Gelato Messina have come up with another indulgent creation. This year their sticky date and toffee trifle will make your Christmas a little sweeter. So what’s in it? Hold on tight because this is going to set your festive alarm bells off. Layers of caramel cremeux with sticky date and toffee pudding, crème fraîche chantilly and chocolate coated biscuit crumble, all topped with a hand-made white chocolate chocolate wreath. It serves 20-30 people and will set you back $250. What else do you get in your Christmas pack? • ‍Trifle (of ..read more

Pancakes or hotcakes? We don’t care what you call them, we just love a good stack of them and we know we’re not the only ones. We’d eat them for breakfast, brunch, lunch, brinner and dinner if we could. So we’ve rounded up some of our favourite places to indulge in a plate of these delicious sweet treats in Canberra. Arc Place Get ready to treat yourself. Arc Place has a deeeelish hotcake dish on their menu, and it’s a doozy. Two fluffy vanilla hotcakes, stacked neatly on top of each other, hugging a pile of spiced apple, finished with salted dulce de leche, peanut brittle and double cream. It ..read more