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25/09/2026

Did I just discover the ultimate Korean-style charcoal pot BBQ destination?

Check out this amazing Korean restaurant, Hwaro! They focus on authentic premium traditional Korean-style charcoal pot BBQ right in Melbourne’s C*D. Hwaro also offers some of the best genuine Korean dishes you’ll find. You definitely shouldn’t miss it! 👌

✨Featured menu:
🥩Hwaro Set A signature:
We sampled the Hwaro Set A signature, which includes three varieties of meats (Wagyu chuck eye steak, Marinated rib fillet & Gochujang pork belly). The meats were beautifully arranged on a platter. My favorite was the Marinated rib fillet, bursting with flavor and expertly cooked by the staff, who were attentive while grilling the meats.

🍲Stone bowl bibimbap:
I adore Korean bibimbap, and this one was delicious to try. The bibimbap features toppings of carrots, zucchini, mushrooms, Korean seaweed, beef, and eggs drizzled with Gochujung sauce and mixed for a delightfully spicy taste.

🌶️Kimchi Pancake:
In nearly every Korean restaurant I visit, I always order the kimchi pancake. This dish is filled with kimchi and pairs beautifully with the crisp texture and tangy kimchi flavors, making it delicious.

🥟Pan-fried Korean Mandu (dumplings):
The Korean mandu were pan-fried to achieve a lovely crispiness and had flavorful fillings. The mandu is an excellent starter dish to try.

🍜Korean cold noodle soup:
Finally, be sure to try the Korean cold noodle soup. It’s the perfect dish to enjoy after the Korean BBQ. The chilled broth is refreshing, and the noodles are topped with beef, radish, cucumber, and a boiled egg.

Location: 562 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000 📍

23/09/2026

Exciting news! The Trading Card Game (TCG) 30th celebration is finally here! 😍

I can’t believe it has already been 30 years of Pokémon! To celebrate, I’m going to unbox the tech sticker collection. It includes a special 30th celebration sticker, a Lucario promo card, and three booster packs from the Pokémon 30th celebration.

Let’s open a booster pack to see if I get a hit or a miss. Pikachu is my favorite , and each pack features this adorable Pikachu. Guess what? I just pulled an Ex Pikachu, yay!

Follow for more daily finds! 👏

Pokemon 30th anniversary Australia

19/09/2026

Get ready for the unboxing of the apple iPhone 18 Pro! 😍😍😍

Apple has launched the burgundy Pro model with 512GB of storage. Inside the box, you’ll find the iPhone, a USB-C cable, and a SIM eject tool.

The iPhone 18 Pro features a 48-megapixel main camera with a variable aperture and enhanced image quality. It has a smaller Dynamic Island cutout, with the Face ID sensor now located under the display.

Powered by the new A20 Pro chip, this model is Apple’s first processor built on a 2-nanometer process.

Tip: Avoid privacy screen tempered glass, as it blocks the Face ID sensor; use regular tempered glass instead.

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14/09/2026

G’day Foodies 👨‍🍳
Could this be the most coziest steak frites spot?
This underground European bistro in Melbourne has a 4.3-star rating on Google Reviews. I visited on Wednesday for steak frites night, which is $32 and includes the signature MB2 Grass-Fed Porterhouse Steak with golden frites.

Steak Frites Night
The steak was cooked to a perfect medium rare, seasoned exquisitely, and matched delightfully with the house-whipped Café de Paris butter, producing rich, savory juices with each bite. It complemented the crispy golden frites wonderfully.

Bombe Alaska
I sampled the Bombe Alaska, a delightful meringue that is torched with alcohol. It includes layers of indulgent coffee and caramel ice cream, which complement the hazelnut crumbs beautifully; it was an incredible experience.

Location: Dolly, Le Méridien, 20 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000

Photography by Mr Lay | Melbourne Photographer 2026

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10/09/2026

Watch me attempt to make japchae korean noodles! 🍜
Let’s see how this goes… 😭

You’ll need a frying pan to sauté the veggies & stir-fry the meats

90g beef sirloin cut into strips
70ml beef marinade (available at your local asian grocery store)
sweet potato noodles 60g (available at your local grocery store)
2 tsp vegetable oil
50g carrots sliced
50g onions sliced
salt sprinkled
50g shiitake mushroom sliced
50g shimiji mushrooms sliced
50g Red capsicum sliced
50g Spring onions sliced
50g Baby spinach

Garnish
toasted sesame seeds
sesame oil

Follow me as I attempt to cook more recipes. Happy cooking! 🤤

06/09/2026

Watch me attempt to make chicken tacos fiesta! 🌮
Let’s see how this goes… 😭

You’ll need a frying pan to pan-fry the chicken.

1 pack of taco tortilla wraps (make sure to toast them in a toaster)
2 minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp Mexican seasoning (available at your local grocery store)
1 tbsp white pepper and salt
1 tbsp vegetable oil
400g chicken thighs
1 lettuce
1 avocado
1 tomato, diced (for salsa/pico de gallo)
1 tsp smoky chipotle sauce (or any sauce you like)
1 tsp lime juice

Follow me as I attempt to cook more recipes. Happy cooking!

01/09/2026

G’day Foodies👨‍🍳
Could this be the most coziest bakery in this neighbourhood? 🔥 🥐🔥
This bakeshop located in Glen Iris, Melbourne, provides an assortment of freshly baked items, all prepared in house each day. It is managed by Chef Difan, an expert in pastry-making. The bakeshop boasts a 4.5-star rating on Google reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Apple Danish:
I wanted to try the apple Danish, and it was a tasty mix of crispy, buttery pastry and flaky layers. The filling was made with Granny Smith apples, which tasted sweet with a hint of sugar. This created a nice balance of flavors. 🍏

Yuzu Danish:
This was my first time having a Yuzu Danish. The Yuzu cream filling had a bright, tangy citrus flavor that matched well with the flaky and crunchy pastry. 🍋

Almond Croissant:
Lastly, I tried the almond croissant. This is my favorite. It has a rich, buttery croissant base filled with sweet, nutty almond paste and topped with toasted almond flakes. It pairs well with an iced matcha drink. 🥐

Location: AM BAKEHOUSE, 286D Tooronga Rd, Glen Iris VIC 3146 📍

Photography by Mr Lay | Melbourne Photographer 2026 📸

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This bakeshop located in Glen Iris, Melbourne, provides an assortment of freshly baked items, all prepared in house each day. It is managed by Chef Difan, an expert in pastry-making. The bakeshop boasts a 4.5-star rating on Google reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Apple Danish:
I wanted to try the apple Danish, and it was a tasty mix of crispy, buttery pastry and flaky layers. The filling was made with Granny Smith apples, which tasted sweet with a hint of sugar. This created a nice balance of flavors. 🍏

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Yuzu Danish:
This was my first time having a Yuzu Danish. The Yuzu cream filling had a bright, tangy citrus flavor that matched well with the flaky and crunchy pastry. 🍋

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Almond Croissant:
Lastly, I tried the almond croissant. This is my favorite. It has a rich, buttery croissant base filled with sweet, nutty almond paste and topped with toasted almond flakes. It pairs well with an iced matcha drink. 🥐

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28/08/2026

Melbourne’s newest bánh mì spot has arrived 🥖🔥
The lady in the video is Maria, who has over 20 years of experience in the baking industry and specializes in Vietnamese baked goods. She recently opened her bakery shop in the Melbourne Quarter, offering a variety of banh mi options to choose from. 🤩

🚨 To celebrate the launch of her bakery shop, Maria has a limited-time promotion: buy any banh mi and get a free small coffee from August 31st to September 4th 2026, between 6 AM and 12 PM* 🚨
*while stock last*

I tried:
Crispy Pork Banh Mi 🥖🔥
I tried the crispy pork banh mi, and it was very filling. The crispy pork belly paired well with egg mayo, pâté, and veggies topped with their special sauce. This has become my go-to crispy pork banh mi.

Lemongrass Beef Banh Mi 🥖🔥
This was my first time trying lemongrass beef banh mi. The beef was well-seasoned and had a strong citrus flavor from the lemongrass; the flavors paired well with the onions and vegetables in the banh mi.

Location:
Little Saigon Pantry, Melbourne Quarter, 697 Collins St, Docklands VIC 3008 📍

*came as a customer*

26/08/2026

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