Even though Toolangi is a smidge out of Melbourne proper, it is my pleasure to review the Toolangi Tavern and other small businesses around Victoria that will feel the hit of not only diminished customers because of the Victorian bushfires but also because of the coming winter months.

Today, the 25th of April, is ANZAC Day.

ANZAC stands for Australia and New Zealand Army Corps.

ANZAC day is a public holiday celebrated by both Australia and New Zealand to commemorate the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during World War One. The forces that fought soon came to be known as the ANZACs.

If you're looking for a place that has atmosphere, televisions to watch the sport, a wide arrangement of beers and a mighty good feed, then you'd do well to stop by Mrs. Parma's.

We are about to enter the BBQ season. Therefore it is important to refresh your memory on the etiquette of this sublime outdoor cooking activity.

When a man volunteers to do the BBQ the following chain of events are put into motion:

Routine...

(1) The woman buys the food.

When I say there is something for everyone in Melbourne, I most certainly mean photographers as well.

A perfect place to meet surrounded by places to eat, right next to the SBS television building and the biggest free Wi-fi hotspot in Melbourne?

That’s Federation Square.

As you may have guessed by now, there’s not much I appreciate more when out and about than a good, traditional pub. For a long time now, Pugg Mahones has been a favourite stop of mine. But it wasn’t until recently that I was able to try the food and get the full Pugg experience.

I know, I know; this has to be one of the strangest post titles I’ve come up with. But bear with me.

A sporty, cozy kind of bar on Spring street and across from Parliament Station, the Cricketers Bar sees a wide assortment of patrons. From politicians to stray tourists, plenty of people wander in for a drink and a chat to the friendly staff.

When you visit Melbourne, it’s all well and good to visit the well-known sights, but you could be missing out on one of the features that makes Melbourne my favourite city to wander around on foot in: street entertainment.

Public transport in Melbourne has come under a bit of fire lately, but getting to know city transport is still one of the best things you can do when you’re coming in for a visit.