The deck at Beach House gazes over the sands and bathing boxes of Brighton Beach.

Three new bayside openings in time for summer (including one right on the beach)

Black Rock has scored an all-occasions bistro,while a new cafe and kiosk is making waves at the iconic bathing boxes in Brighton.

  • Tomas Telegramma
Clockwise from top left:Make a classic martini at home;Take it outside and grill Korean-style chicken wings;get the girls together for a wine club;pair fish and chips with a bottle of Chablis.

Ten last-minute budget-friendly Valentine’s Day date ideas from the Good Food team

From progressive feasting to wine club with the girls,try these savvy ideas to spend V-Day with the food (and the people) you love.

  • The Good Food team
Artemis Anasta of Argo Fishop,a business that supports new labelling laws.

The dwindling fish and chippers still serving local catches,and how you’ll soon be able to tell

As well as that day’s fish,chalkboard menus at fish and chip shops will soon feature a new and crucial piece of information:where the fish was caught.

  • Emma Breheny
Mortadelis is a pasta bar inside a European deli.

The Good Food guide to eating and drinking in Torquay

It had always been the centre of every Victorian surfer’s universe. But now Torquay is riding a food and drink wave too. Here’s what you need to know.

  • Ellen Fraser andGood Food Guide reviewers
West Australian half lobster topped with truffled parmesan gratin and served with fries.

‘Pure,uncomplicated pleasure’:Swap fish and chips for luxe lobster at this beachside kiosk

Dani Valent pushes the boat out for her annual summer seafood fix,complete with a faceful of Port Phillip Bay.

  • Dani Valent
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The Lady Hampshire.

New-look Lady Hampshire pub livens up Parramatta Road

The Lady Hampshire’s relaunch promises live music,good food and vintage Australiana vibes in Camperdown.

  • Bianca Hrovat