BLK's Food Blog
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I have been heavily into food and wine for more than two decades. I am not overly fussy and focus on the positives. I move around, going to new restaurants very regularly, and only going back to a handful that I don't consider convenient. I give you 100% independent views of restaurants in Melbourne and beyond.
BLK's Food Blog
2M ago
It’s down the street. Back in the day I was here at least once a week for coffee and a croissant. The pandemic had its impact, but the strength of the team behind Frederic ensured the quality would be retained. There is no good reason why I haven’t dedicated the time to review Frederic. Having ..read more
BLK's Food Blog
2M ago
I am lucky that I have the opportunity to eat and drink at a lot of different venues. With a young boy, time has not however been on my side to write about each of those venues. With that in mind, I have been thinking about how I best document my culinary travels more regularly ..read more
BLK's Food Blog
2M ago
There is tonic in the act of a dining experience. For Catherine and I, it is well understood, but not formally written, that we need some time to eat, drink, and discuss – to live. Sometimes we don’t have that opportunity, and it is tough. The find of Donna Maria is attributed to me from ..read more
BLK's Food Blog
4M ago
As a professional, I find the outside of Gray and Gray entirely cute, and somehow inviting. An oasis for professionals in Northcote, this is not. A great venue to catch up and enjoy some diverse wines, and slightly familiar but not familiar dishes, this is. The signage is an ode to the previous occupant which ..read more
BLK's Food Blog
4M ago
There’s a reason there are countless lists and guides all over the internet and traditional media. Over time my infatuation has subsided to a degree, but I still find a strong desire to venture to list toppers. As an example of this, while I didn’t book the minute it won best restaurant in Victoria for ..read more
BLK's Food Blog
7M ago
I live in the little pocket of Cremorne, which is bordered by Richmond, Burnley and South Yarra (plus Melbourne Park). Cremorne is best known for its growing population of office workers, incredible level of construction and development, and the Nylex Clock. Less known is the fact that one side of Swan Street, and one side ..read more
BLK's Food Blog
8M ago
Comfort is an expectation of many diners. At du Fermier, comfort is taken to a different level. From the entry into instant fiery warmth, into every other element, and the eventual goodbye. There are some restaurants that purposely have an edge, extending the diner to experience new ingredients, new combinations, new technology, or new means ..read more
BLK's Food Blog
8M ago
Much has been written already, early in the life of this Queen (Reine) & Street (La Rue) restaurant, that could perhaps become a temple of gastronomy for the Melbourne dining scene. The confidence I had in booking a Friday night weeks out from opening, was almost purely on the reputation of sister Nomad. Having started ..read more
BLK's Food Blog
8M ago
Passion is an overwhelming attribute of exceptional people. In the everyday, most people find their passion in their hobbies. Tonight at O.MY it shines through our conversation with wine waiter, and part owner, Chayse Bertoncello, just as it has the past times we have dined here. Proudly overlooking this spendid dining room, his brother Blayne ..read more
BLK's Food Blog
8M ago
Whether you have planned to the minute, or have a last minute night out in Melbourne, I’m always willing to help with suggestions. Normally this is reserved for long time friends and family, but having learned there can be a multitude of requests, instead I’m framing my tips with myself in mind. If you’re ever ..read more