Mate’s TableAn Indonesian Feast with Suku 26 Aug 2026, 6PM Suku, Fremantle’s beloved Indonesian eatery, is making their Melbourne debut as part of the Nongkrong Festival and bringing a modern-Indonesian feast to Sleepy’s that expands what you think you know Indonesian food to be. They’ll be serving four courses of playful twists on lesser-known dishes from across various Indonesian ‘pulaus’ or Islands. Book now.
EventDoju × Lana Dinner 18 August | $165pp For one night only, this August, we’re welcoming Alex Wong, Executive Chef of Lana at Hinchcliff House, into the Doju kitchen. Alex’s cooking has always been shaped by curiosity. After years leading some of Sydney’s most celebrated Italian kitchens, he’s now looking closer to home, reconnecting with his Chinese and Vietnamese heritage through Rue de Saigon pop-up dinners. A shared menu inspired by tradition, shaped by different cultures, and built on the ingredients and techniques we both believe in. Book now.
EventHops & Hoppers 2026: Sri Lankan Streat Eating Tour, First friday of each month! Hops & Hoppers is back in 2026, and we’re kicking things off on Friday 6 February with a pairing we genuinely love — Sri Lankan food and Mornington Peninsula Pinot Gris. Join us as we explore outstanding Mornington Peninsula Pinot Gris from Quealy, Stonier, Ocean Eight, Polperro, and Even Keel, and see how these wines dance with the flavours coming off the grill. On the menu, a deliciously smoky Lankan seafood barbecue. Think fresh fish cooked in banana leaf, along with prawns, octopus, scallops, punchy sambols, lacy hoppers, and fragrant curries. On the bar, it’s a deep dive into Mornington Peninsula Pinot Gris — whether you’re already converted or just curious. Most excitingly, it’s a rare chance to relax and chat with the winemakers themselves: Kathleen Quealy (crowned the “Queen of Pinot Gris” by James Halliday for her pioneering work at T’Gallant in the 1990s), and her son Tom McCarthy (Quealy Winemakers), Aaron Drummond (Stonier Wines), Sam Coverdale (Polperro and Even Keel Wines), together with Mike Aylward (Ocean Eight), who both led the charge in promoting the pairing of Mornington Peninsula Pinot Gris with South-East Asian cuisine many years ago. And it wouldn’t be Hops & Hoppers without a little hops — our refreshing rice lager will be pouring, alongside cocktails to round out the offering. No tickets. No RSVP. Just drop in between 5–8pm. All food and drinks are ordered and charged on consumption at menu prices.
EventFrom Berlin to Melbourne: Ma-Makan Pop-Up at Boire | Sun 8 Feb For the first time, Ma-Makan (Berlin) is popping up in Melbourne. A homecoming cook-up at Boire, North Melbourne, where the chef returns to cook for friends, family, and the city that started it all — sharing the flavours and stories shaped over years in Berlin. 📍 Boire, North Melbourne 🗓 Sunday 8 February ⏰ 10AM–4PM Seats are limited. Bookings are live now.
EventJongga x Chae CHAE teams up with global kimchi leader Jongga for a year of immersive culinary experiences: Elevate Your Banchan (Dec 2025–Jul 2026): Explore how Jongga kimchi transforms everyday meals through innovative banchan pairings. Roll Up Your Sleeves (Jul–Aug 2026): Hands-on kimchi workshops co-hosted with Jongga, teaching traditional methods and fermentation secrets. Discover Jongga (Oct–Nov 2025 & Jul–Aug 2026): Dive into the history, heritage, and global impact of Korea’s most beloved kimchi brand in a special exhibition. Experience authentic flavors, rich culture, and hands-on learning — all celebrating the artistry of kimchi.