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Prosecco Festival 2020

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Nothing beats sipping on Prosecco on a Saturday afternoon… On the 29th of February, Prosecco-lovers will flock to The Northcote Townhall to meet the growers, winemakers and importers, and taste some of the best Prosecco available in Australia today. This unique event brings together Italian and local Prosecco producers, as well as Van Di Vino, Australia’s first Prosecco and Spritz Bar, wines by the glass, and great tunes to really get you in the mood. With over 40 different Proseccos to try, there’s one to suit every palate! Festival-goers can indulge in a taste of Italy from the likes of Tenuta 2 Castelli, Col Del Lupo, Silvano Follador, Borgo Molino, Carpene Malvolti, Casa Canavel, Bottega, Rigoni, Cester Camillo & Calneggia. Melburnians will also have the chance to experience some of Australia’s finest sips, including Dal Zotto, Brown Brothers, Pizzini Wines, Box Grove Vineyard, Vinea Marson, Symphonia, Mitchelton, Cloak & Dagger, Sam Miranda Wines, See Saw Wines Tar and Roses and Trentham Estate.. For the Prosecco-connoisseurs who are craving more, VIP tickets are available for each …

Melbourne’s biggest rooftop playground is open

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Summertime Social Has Taken Over Federation Square Summertime Social has transformed Federation Square’s Skyline Terrace into Melbourne’s biggest rooftop playground in time for summer. With dazzling views of the Melbourne skyline from every angle and the ultimate selection of summer-inspired refreshments and mouth-watering feeds it’s the only place to be for fun-seeking Melbournites. The epic activation will run until 5th April 2020. There’s awesome game lanes alongside a huge line-up of nostalgic activities including everyone’s favourites (giant Jenga, obvs), luxe retro caravans and a huge communal lawn. Your summer is sorted with Summertime Social. It’s basically the best backyard ever! Perfect for enjoying summertime fun in the sun with your mates. Have a party or chill out with a drink, the choice is yours. Those in the mood to play should head to the lane games, ideal for a group catch up, work event or family outing. Take your pick from games including bocce, shuffleboard and skittles, all custom built for Summertime Social, and battle it out for bragging rights all summer. Great to enjoy …

THE EUROPEAN NIGHT MARKET RETURNS BIGGER THAN EVER WITH A NOD TO DISCO

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 After welcoming more than 20,000 visitors in 2018, The European Night Market returns to Madame Brussels Lane every Friday night this July with a 30% bigger footprint, more stalls than ever before, and neon-drenched entertainment.  Running every Friday 5pm – 10pm, the Euro disco inspired market will stamp your culinary passport with bites from Switzerland, France, Spain, Italy, Poland, Turkey and Greece, as well as looping performances from Tanya George and retro beats by Fleiss. Dating back to 1853, the infamous Oddfellows Hotel will reopen its doors for four weeks only to peddle custom-made Hot Toddies and Mulled Wine.  Taste buds will be transported to Europe’s hotspots – a stop to Italy with Café Babbo’s Nutella-stuffed doughnuts, crisp pastries from Eat Cannoli, panzerotti from Il Panzerotto Taste of Puglia and delicious riffs on the classics from Tiramisu Lift Me Up. Sweet French favourites will be served up by Pop Up Crepe, The Brulee Cart, and Degani, while Frencheese will sling bowls of oozing, melted raclette. The Eurotrip continues with German sausages smothered in cheese, sauerkraut …

Halliday Sip Series

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 After last year’s sold out Sip Series event, Halliday Wine Companion again invites wine lovers to join them for an evening of intimate wine tasting and education, with free-flowing canapés. The next installment in the Halliday Sip Series is ‘A Spotlight on Cellaring’ which will focus on how to create and curate a wine cellar and will be an unforgettable evening of wine tasting and more. Attendees will experience an array of wines featured in the upcoming Halliday mini mag, while also having one-on-one discussions with highlyrated winemakers. On the evening, attendees will have the opportunity to meet winemakers from highlyrated wineries, taste exceptional wines across vintages, and buy glasses, bottles or cases of any new favourites. All ticket holders have the opportunity to add on an exclusive masterclass, to extend wine knowledge and delve deeper into the wines tasted. All tickets include tastings, free-flowing canapes and grazing tables and goodie bags. WHEN:  Thursday June 13th from 6.30-9.30pm WHERE: Mercedes me Store, 525 Collins Street, Melbourne TICKETS:  $99.95 + booking fee Halliday Members save $20. Find out more about becoming a member at https://www.winecompanion.com.au/become-a-member BOOK NOW:  …

WIN 1 x double pass to Young Gun of Wine People’s Choice

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***COMPETITION NOW CLOSED*** WIN 1 x double pass to Young Gun of Wine People’s Choice For one night only, the best 12 young winemakers will assemble in Melbourne to present their two wines with eats to be provided by the Butcher’s Diner to match the Young Gun’s pours. Here is your chance to win 1 x double pass to Young Gun of Wine People’s Choice. Here’s how to enter: 1-Share this post. 2-Like and follow us on social media 3-Tag a friend who you’d like to share the experience with down in the comment section 4-Competition closes on 27th May 2019 *Get a bigger chance to win by sharing the post or filling out the form below. (Remember to have your profile public so we can see the share!). *

Young Gun of Wine People’s Choice Tasting

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If you’ve ever wanted to have your say in Australia’s most respected wine awards, now is your chance at the Young Gun of Wine People’s Choice Tasting presented in collaboration with City Wine Shop on Saturday 1 June. For one day only, the 2019 Final 12 cohort will assemble in Melbourne to present their two wines that got them into the final. Meet the winemakers and learn more about the best emerging wines from across the country before casting your vote for your favourite wine on the day. Hosted at the St Martins Youth Arts Centre, Melbourne’s 24-hour beacon of late night food, the Butcher’s Diner will pop up to pair the Young Guns’ pours. Whether you’re into its signature grass fed burgers or counterpoint vegan fare, we’re sure you’ll meet your match. Young Gun of Wine People’s Choice not only offers attendees the opportunity to be involved in the awards, but provides a platform to discover the best new winemakers and wines in the country. What: Young Gun of Wine People’s Choice Where: St Martins Youth Arts Centre, 28 Saint Martins Lane, …

Game of Thrones

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Game of Throne is returning this April, so get ready to raise a glass to the Game of Thrones Single Malt Scotch Whisky Collection as it officially hits Australian shores this week. To celebrate the eighth and final season of the critically-acclaimed TV series, Game of Thrones, DIAGEO and HBO have released a limited-edition collection of Single Malt Scotch Whiskies. The collection features seven Scotch whiskies paired with six of the iconic Houses of Westeros, as well as the Night’s Watch, giving fans an authentic taste of the Seven Kingdoms. Diageo’s unparalleled diverse range of distilleries in Scotland, much like in Westeros, each have their own unique characteristics and produce a distinctive whisky representative of its local terroir. These similarities were the inspiration behind the collection, drawing an authentic storyline between each House and single malt pairing. Whether you want to collect them all or represent your chosen House, be sure to pick up a bottle before they leave the realm. For more information on The Game of Thrones Collection Single Malt Scotch Whisky Collection, …

WIN: 1 x double pass for GABS (Great Australian Beer SpecTAPular)

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***COMPETITION NOW CLOSED*** WIN 1 x double pass to GABS 2019. Renowned as one of the world’s leading beer festivals, GABS brings together the best breweries from Australia and New Zealand to rethink and celebrate the way we drink craft beer and cider. The event offers 170 unique craft beers and ciders that are made specifically for GABS. Here is your chance to win 1 x double pass to GABS 2019 and to find your new favourite beer. Here’s how to enter – 1-Share this post. 2-Like and follow on social media 3-Tag a friend who you’d like to share the experience with down in the comment section 4-Competition closes on 2ndMay 2019 *Get a bigger chance to win by sharing the post or filling out the form below. (Remember to have your profile public so we can see the share!).*

WIN: 1 x double pass for 50/50 By Michael Shafar

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***COMPETITION NOW CLOSED*** One of Australia’s fasting rising comedy stars, Melbournian Michael Shafar, returns to the Melbourne Comedy Festival with a brand-new show, 50/50, at Victoria Hotel 28 March – 21 April. Here is your chance to win x1 double pass on us.Simply share this post on Facebook or Instagram and tag us @weknowmelbourne (your profile must be public so we can see the share!). Get a bigger chance to win by filling the form on We Know Melbourne Website. Competition closes on 25thMarch 2019. More info: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/2019/shows/50-50  

Win x1 double pass for Silent Comedy Festival – Arbory Bar & Eatery

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***COMPETITION NOW CLOSED*** Following three sell out seasons, Arbory Bar & Eatery’s Silent Comedy Festival returns to cement itself as one of the most popular events on the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Program. Inspired by the silent disco phenomenon, Silent Comedy is a stand-up comedy gig like no other. Located on Melbourne’s iconic Yarra River and situated next to Flinders Street Station, the venue is best known for its energetic bar, views of the river and hugely popular list of burgers. With the use of headphones, the comedian’s jokes are delivered direct to the audience via headphone sets leaving passer-by’s and railway commuters open to becoming subject matter and the butt of punchlines. Come laugh out loud to yourself. Here is your chance to win x1 double pass on us. Simply share this post on Facebook or Instagram and tag us @weknowmelbourne (your profile must be public so we can see the share!). Get a bigger chance to win by filling the form on We Know Melbourne Website. Competition closes on 29th March 2019.