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Hardy’s Verandah – New Menu Items & Alternative Beverage Pairing

A refreshed menu featuring alternative beverage pairings, and the biggest wine list in South Australia, welcomes patrons to Hardy’s Verandah Restaurant (HVR) this winter. The Adelaide Hills icon, located within Mt Lofty House (built 1852), is also enjoying 2026 recognition from Wine Spectator in their 2026 Restaurant Awards. HVR’s wine list received a Best of Award of Excellence accolade,…

Sikko’s Pannekoeken Huis

Sikko’s Pannekoeken Huis is a restaurant and pancake house located on the main street in Hahndorf. Well known for their 13 inch Dutch pancakes, they’ve cleverly integrated them with a variety of recipes from around the world. Of course, it’s not just about pancakes, they also have a good selection of Dutch and Asian dishes…

Chocolate @ No.5

A trip to Hahndorf isn’t complete unless you stop off at Chocolate @ No.5. With an assortment of hot chocolate beverages, chai, coffee, iced drinks, milkshakes and fruit smoothies, you really are spoilt for choice. Of course, if you’re looking for something more sweet and substantial, they have a selection of Belgian sugar waffles, chocolate…

Fox Creek Wines – Living Art, Living Music, Living Community

Adelaide Food Central was lucky enough to be invited to the opening event for ‘Living Art, Living Music, Living Community; A Local Artist Collective’ at Fox Creek Wines. Fox Creek Wines; an active supporter of cultural events is located in McLaren Vale. The location is such a beautiful part of South Australia, with rolling hills,…

Mayflower Restaurant and Bar

I’ve had some ordinary experiences at hotel restaurants so in the back of my mind there’s always been a bit of reluctance to go to the Mayflower. Located in the basement of the newly built Mayfair Hotel, this restaurant and bar exudes a sense of opulence as you walk in. The long bar, the grand…

East of Norman

East of Norman is a brand new kitchen and bar on the verge of its official opening and can be found on Sturt Street, and as the name suggests, just east of Norman Street in the city. There is plenty of nearby street parking which is a definite plus for diners. East of Norman currently…

Pasta Go Go – North Adelaide

Getting a quick and delicious pasta dish has never been easier. With 3 stores in Adelaide, Pasta Go Go is like the Subway of pasta. Customers select from 9 types of pasta, 19 different sauces and the portion size (small or regular). Within 10 minutes of ordering, my meal was in a box and ready…

Ramen & Izakaya Himeji

From the owners of the superb Sushi Bar Genki comes a new ramen bar right in the heart of Adelaide. They have a seperate lunch and dinner menu, both of which are extensive. There are so many types of sushi and sashimi, you’ll be scratching your head as to what to choose. For me, I…

Publishers Hotel – New Spring Menu

Located right in the heart of the city, the award winning Publishers Hotel have released new Spring bar and restaurant menus. In line with the times, the establishment is set to take dining to a whole new level by offering lighter and healthier options while still being modern Australian. Adelaide Food Central was invited to…

Agatha’s Food Store

There are areas in Adelaide that just really work as a community; Port Noarlunga is one of them, with beautiful beaches and great little cafes like Agatha’s. The local café is a popular hot-spot for many as it offers fresh, local foods from breakfast to burgers and fresh juices to beers. Visiting on a beautiful…

Fulham Gardens Bakery

I’m always on the search for the best Roast Pork Vietnamese Roll in Adelaide and I just couldn’t help myself when I stumbled upon the Fulham Gardens Bakery. It’s not the first bakery to sell Vietnamese street food and it’s certainly an advantage for them to have bread baked fresh on premises. Fulham Gardens Bakery…