Juno and Sons.

Come for the cheesecake,stay for the community spirit at this interesting corner store

“You walk in and you can get everything,” says the owner of Juno and Sons shop and cafe in Elizabeth Bay.

  • Lenny Ann Low
The semolina,olive oil and basil cake.

This come-hither cafe-bistro-wine bar is the perfect perch any time of day

The casual menu at North Sydney’s gorgeous Sol Bread and Wine stretches from sweet to savoury.

  • Lenny Ann Low
Perry’s is an all-day cafe at Valley Lake estate,hosued in a former quarry.

One of Melbourne’s most perfectly situated cafes is hiding in plain sight

You’d never stumble upon this local hangout,on the banks of a picturesque lake,by accident.

  • Dani Valent
Sebastian Cincotta,owner,engineer,barista at FBR Cafe.

Australian coffee culture is world-class. Here’s how it’s about to get better

The techniques and technology transforming your morning brew from good to “mind-blowing”.

  • Bianca Hrovat
Emils’ Turkish eggs with sujuk sausage and simit bread.

The brunch bunch:Melbourne’s top 30 cafes right now

In the countdown to The Age Good Food Guide 2025,we celebrate the cafes that provide perfect cremas and brunch every which way,always with a side of joy.

  • Dani Valent
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The famous CWA scones.

Missed the CWA scones at the Easter Show? This hidden spot serves them up all year round

The CWA Tea Rooms offer sweet and simple pleasures such as raisin toast,a glass of milk or cordial and those famous scones,all for just a few dollars.

  • Lenny Ann Low
Critics'Pick

Lamezleighs Coffee House&Eatery

A little industrial,a little midcentury,a lot of easy-going charm.

Natalie Elliott,widow of celebrity chef Bill Granger.

The woman behind the breakfast empire:After Bill Granger’s death,Natalie Elliott steps into sun

It was a love story that began over corn fritters,and went on to conquer the culinary world. Now,Natalie is tentatively rediscovering joy in continuing her husband’s legacy.

  • Bianca Hrovat

Too far from the beach? This cafe delivers surfy vibes 20km from the ocean

Sandy’s cafe at an inland surf park feels like the real seaside deal.

  • Lenny Ann Low
Pantry Story owners Hari Wibowo and Mutiara Putri Sucipto.

Matcha limits set and prices set to soar as global shortage hits Australia

It’s turning up in everything from lattes and smoothies to pastries. Here’s why the world has gone mad for matcha and why the price is set to spike.

  • Bianca Hrovat