Food

Port Welshpool General Store builds its reputation on a burger too big to hold

Port Welshpool General Store builds its reputation on a burger too big to hold

The Filipino owners moved to the town in 2020 and fell in love with its quite lifestyle.

South Gippsland Shire

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Bao buns, beef pho or sizzling lamb: Where's your favourite place to eat in Traralgon?

Bao buns, beef pho or sizzling lamb: Where's your favourite place to eat in Traralgon?

From local Vietnamese institutions to all-day breakfast cafes, locals had their say on their top eateries in the town.

Food

Beautiful, soft creamy potato: Ned Kelly's Bakery shepherd's pie review

Beautiful, soft creamy potato: Ned Kelly's Bakery shepherd's pie review

The Monitor stopped into the South Gippsland spot to taste test some pastries.

Food

In Gippsland, here’s where to eat if you don’t want any meat

In Gippsland, here’s where to eat if you don’t want any meat

Finding a filling, affordable and healthy meal can be a challenge, so the Monitor is here to help.

Lifestyle

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Wonthaggi residents pick their favourite local restaurants

Wonthaggi residents pick their favourite local restaurants

The Monitor hit the streets of the town to ask which eatery they love the most.

Lifestyle

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Ultimate guide to Gippsland’s best Sunday roasts

Ultimate guide to Gippsland’s best Sunday roasts

Hot veggies, salted meats and gravy with dripping, here’s our list of the region's best warming weekend meals.

Lifestyle

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Ulysses and his chilled Leongatha bees

Ulysses and his chilled Leongatha bees

Including: How to spot the queen.

Lifestyle

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Is this Gippsland's healthiest chicken pie?

Is this Gippsland's healthiest chicken pie?

The Monitor taste tested Cafe Biscotti's Thai curry pastry.

Food

From Bangladesh to Drouin: Chef Raj is serving up Australian pies with a South Indian twist

From Bangladesh to Drouin: Chef Raj is serving up Australian pies with a South Indian twist

"I'm almost in Gippsland for 15 years now, and I love it."

Local business

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Ultimate guide to affordable grocery shops in Gippsland

Ultimate guide to affordable grocery shops in Gippsland

Finding a bargain these days can be tough, so the Monitor has compiled a list of shops to save your purse or wallet from harm.

Lifestyle

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"Gorgeous looking pie": Strzelecki Bakery pastry review

"Gorgeous looking pie": Strzelecki Bakery pastry review

The Monitor stopped in to taste test the pepper steak option.

Food

Lamb, tzatziki and pastry. Is this Gippsland's strangest pie?

Lamb, tzatziki and pastry. Is this Gippsland's strangest pie?

This week the Monitor visited a Morwell bakery to taste test an odd filling.

Food

Ultimate guide to affordable eats in Bairnsdale under $20

Ultimate guide to affordable eats in Bairnsdale under $20

From lunch specials to family deals, here’s where you’ll get change from a lobster.

Food

Creamy mash and rich gravy: Is this Morwell's best cottage pie?

Creamy mash and rich gravy: Is this Morwell's best cottage pie?

Out of Dough Bakery is tucked away in Manny's Market on Commercial Road.

Food

Cinnamon scrolls and all-day breakfast: New owners breathe life back into South Gippsland cafe

Cinnamon scrolls and all-day breakfast: New owners breathe life back into South Gippsland cafe

"It's bubbling with the local community," said the Heartland Cafe owner Udara Fernando.

Food

Watch: Is this the best pie in Inverloch?

Watch: Is this the best pie in Inverloch?

The Monitor is on the hunt for the finest pastries in all of Gippsland.

Food

Watch: Are these the best pies in Gippsland?

Watch: Are these the best pies in Gippsland?

Missen Link Burgers in Traralgon has been the most recommended bakery to visit in our comments.

Food

WATCH: San Remo Fisherman's Co-op review

WATCH: San Remo Fisherman's Co-op review

Crumbed calamari and aggressive seagulls at one of Bass Coast's favourite fish and chip spots.

Food

Get a mouthful of Gippsland’s new million dollar industry: Oysters

Get a mouthful of Gippsland’s new million dollar industry: Oysters

A trial started in 2022 has been hugely successful, now there are plans to expand.

Farming

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Gippsland’s ultimate beer garden guide

Gippsland’s ultimate beer garden guide

Summer is almost here so make the most of it by bathing in the sun at one of the region's many watering holes.

Food

WATCH: A slice of Japanese cuisine in Korumburra

WATCH: A slice of Japanese cuisine in Korumburra

Tsuko Japan offers locals and passersby everything from katsu dons to classic miso soup.

Food

WATCH: Breakfast at South Brew Cafe in Warragul

WATCH: Breakfast at South Brew Cafe in Warragul

This Gippsland eatery located in an old bank offers all day breakfast.

Food

WATCH: The Korumburra Middle Hotel chicken parmigiana review

WATCH: The Korumburra Middle Hotel chicken parmigiana review

The pub won AHA's Victoria regional Parma of the Year award in 2024.

Food

WATCH: All day breakfast at Frankie's Cafe

WATCH: All day breakfast at Frankie's Cafe

Smashed avocado, poached eggs and ricotta on sourdough at one of Warragul's busiest establishments.

Food

WATCH: Lunch at George’s Fish Shop in Moe

WATCH: Lunch at George’s Fish Shop in Moe

Grab your order and head over to the park for a picnic in the sun.

Food