admin July 12, 2024
Pubs around Melbourne are heating up this winter with a range of activations to suit everyone. From a glamorous drag bottomless brunch inside Harlow’s rooftop marquee to a Victorian wine trail & truffle menu at Yarra Botanica and cosy igloo packages at Studley Park Boathouse and Station Hotel, there’s plenty of great food, drink and good times until late September!
Harlow Bar – Rooftop Vegas Drag Brunch
There’s glitz and glamour at Harlow in Richmond. Inside the rooftop marquee, guests can enjoy the city views, entertainment and Vegas vibes, whatever the weather.
The Rooftop Drag Brunch includes a brunch item of choice, 2 hours of bottomless beverages and iconic drag queen entertainment for $79pp.
For brunch, think dishes such as the ‘Caesar Palace’ Schnitty, ‘New York, New York’ Waffles, ‘Planet Hollywood’ Sanga and ‘Golden Nugget’ Burger. Drinks include Mojito, Cran Crush, Limoncello Spritz, Aperol Spritz, Paloma, Carlton Draught, Moon Dog Fizzer, House Wines and non-alcoholic Orange & Mandarin Spritz.
Saturdays 11.30am and 2.30pm and Sundays at 1pm.
447 Church St, Richmond
https://harlowbar.com.au/rooftop-bottomless-brunch/
Yarra Botanica – Victorian Wine Trail Flights & Boards by the Meter And 6-Course Truffle Dining
Guests can discover the essence of Victoria’s vineyards with a curated wine flight at the all-year-round, 2-level floating bar and eatery, Yarra Botanica.
The paddle of four premium red or white wines highlight the region’s unique flavours and winemaking excellence. From elegant Pinots to robust Shirazes and crisp Chardonnays, the best of Victorian viticulture can be savoured in every sip this winter. Each flight is priced $25.
There is also the option to enhance the wine tasting with a delicious Cheese or Botanical Board, which have been thoughtfully constructed to complement the wine selections.
The Cheese Board includes L ’artisan washed rind, Gippsland Shadows of Blue, Meredith goat cheese, aged farmhouse cheddar, house chutney, wattleseed crackers, sourdough, and fruit. Priced $30/plate or $64/meter.
Meanwhile, the Botanical Board serves up mortadella, prosciutto, duck liver & cherry pate, chorizo, bread & butter pickles, sourdough, butter, chutney, and Mount Zero Olives. Priced $35/plate or $68/meter.
Available all day, every day.
Southbank Promenade, Southbank
Studley Park Boathouse – High Tea in an Igloo Winter Wonderland
Melburnians of all ages can step into a winter wonderland at Studley Park Boathouse with igloos offering a cozy spot to dine or a magical setting for a special occasion, the perfect oasis along the banks of the Yarra River.
2-Hour Igloo Bottomless High Tea packages are available from Friday to Sunday and include a delectable picnic board, salmon finger sandwich, mini prawn roll, scones with blueberry compote & Chantilly cream and fresh fruit tartlets.
- High Tea with added Bottomless Alcohol Package, $75 – all pots and pints on tap, house wines and sparkling.
- High Tea with added Bottomless Non-Alcohol Package, $50 – all juices, soft drinks, coffees, and teas.
- Kids’ Package (under 13), $25 – kids’ meal of choice, chocolate torte with berries & ice cream and bottomless juices and soft drinks
Fridays & Saturdays 11.30am, 2pm & 4.30pm and Sundays 11.30am & 2pm.
1 Boathouse Rd, Kew
https://studleyparkboathousekew.com.au/events/winter-wonderland/
Station Hotel – Cozy Winter Igloos with Feed Me Menu
Those in the West looking for cosy vibes and delicious food need look no further than the igloos at Station Hotel.
Guests can enjoy a delicious 3-course Feed Me Menu within the winter wonderland all week long. The dishes are served share-style and include a delectable range of dishes including a charcuterie board, parfait, focaccia, chargrilled rump of lamb, O’Connor scotch fillet, truffle jus, sides, and sticky date pudding. A vegan menu is available.
Priced $85pp, kids (2-courses and a drink) $35pp.
A La Carte menu igloo bookings available Monday – Thursday.
59 Napier Street, Footscray
