Diary of travels across Australia
We went to An Di in Docklands for Vietnamese food. Like many Asian restaurants we visit, most of the menu is non-vegetarian, but there were still enough vegetarian choices for us — roughly one in five options. We tried the vegetarian fried rice, tofu pho and a salted Vietnamese coffee. Vegetarian fried rice The fried … Read more
A short food note from Garg Indian Kitchen in Truganina, with Cheese Pav Bhaji, Paneer Tikka Tacos and Veg Frankie.
We went to Brother Bon in Northcote for lunch and really enjoyed the food. It is a fully vegan restaurant, so there was plenty to choose from without having to look through the menu for vegetarian options. We ordered the Vietnamese fried rice with tofu and Pad Thai with tofu. Both were generous serves with … Read more
Our family fruit-picking visits to Payne’s Orchards in Bacchus Marsh, with cherries, plums, nectarines and apples depending on the season.
We visited Kumar Sweets near Derrimut / Deer Park, a vegetarian sweets and snacks place on Mount Derrimut Road. They are known for vegetarian sweets and snacks like samosa, milk cake and gujiya. The samosas used to be one of the best things here for me, but recently the taste has changed a bit. I … Read more
We visited Nine Elephants in Docklands for a Thai meal. It is not a fully vegetarian place, but there were a few vegetarian options on the menu. We tried the Nine Elephants Fried Rice and Garlic Fried Rice with Tofu. Both were simple, filling lunch-style dishes, and it was useful that the menu had veg … Read more
A simple family visit note for Laddu Gopal in Truganina, a full vegetarian restaurant with gongura soya chaap biryani, chaat and parking.
Gordon St Bakery in Footscray was a simple and very satisfying bakery stop. We visited for a quick bite and coffee, and the display had plenty of fresh-looking baked options. This is not a detailed review, just a short note from our visit. Quick Summary Place: Gordon St Bakery Location: Footscray Good for: coffee, bread, … Read more
Melbourne has some lovely beaches for a simple family outing. We have visited St Kilda, Frankston and Brighton at different times, usually keeping the day relaxed with an easy vegetarian food plan. Places covered: St Kilda, Frankston and Brighton Good for: short beach visits, walks, photos and relaxed family time Vegetarian notes: cafe and casual … Read more
Queen Victoria Market, also called Queen Vic Market, was one of the first Melbourne places that made me feel the city’s food culture. It works both as a local produce market and as a casual place to walk around, browse, eat and pick up small gifts. Place: Queen Victoria Market Location: Melbourne CBD Good for: … Read more