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Curtis is in the MasterChef house.

Cranky Curtis puts the contestants through their paces then sends an underdog packing

The judges got some pork on their fork. So who’s impressed the least and left everyone stone cold?

  • Ben Pobjie

Traditional dining etiquette rules are dead, so here’s what to do (or not) instead

Elbows on table? Don’t worry about it. The time is right to lighten up a bit at restaurants. Just try not to be late.

  • Alice Zaslavsky
Donovans in St Kilda.
Good Food hat15/20

Birthdays, parties, anything: This beloved restaurant is the definition of dependable

Dismiss Donovans as outdated at your peril. The classic food and charming service make it ideal for young and old.

  • Besha Rodell
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Chickpea lentil curry.
EASY

What do you call this, dhal? No, it’s RecipeTin Eats’ lentil chickpea coconut curry

A good whack of fresh garlic and ginger dial up the flavour on this rib-sticking (and budget-friendly) vegan meal.

  • 30 mins - 1 hr
  • Nagi Maehashi
A circular tiger print sofa bed greets you at Pour Diane in North Melbourne.

Move over minimalism, these three new bars are colourful, fun and original

One spot is a nostalgic experience for children of the ’70s. Another turns American takeaway dishes into killer bar snacks. None follows the rules.

  • Emma Breheny

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