Tasting Australia 2016 – Wood Oven Lighting

Tasting Australia presented by Thomas Foods is in the final stages of preparation as the Town Square wood oven was ceremoniously lit in Victoria Square. The coals used to light the wood oven were taken from 3rd generation baker, Corey Fechner, of Apex Bakery in Tanunda. The Apex coals have been burning for more than…

Eat, Tweet & Street Progressive Dinner

Winter is just around the corner and while it is a season most of us dread, it’s a great time of year for hearty and delicious comfort food. The Adelaide Food Central team were invited along to the Eat Tweet and Street Progressive Dinner to celebrate the launch of new Winter menu items from The…

Soonta – Torrensville

When it comes to Vietnamese street food, no one has developed their brand like Soonta. Already with three stores in the city, they’ve just opened a new store on Henley Beach Road amongst other shops and eateries. Just like every other store of this type, they have a good selection of banh mi, bun bowls,…

Slo Moe’s Smokery

Slo Moe’s Smokery has launched its first outlet in Rundle Place, Rundle Mall. Headed by renowned South Australian chef, Nigel Rich, this is the first place of its kind to offer authentic southern style BBQ to locals. The meats are slow cooked for 10-14 hours using traditional methods that have been used for generations. The…

Cotto Espresso – Castle Plaza

Known for their premium coffee, delicious fresh panini and exceptional customer service, Cotto Espresso has opened their fifth store at Castle Plaza Shopping Centre. At Cotto Espresso, it’s all about the satisfaction of the customers and creating a space which is welcoming and relaxing. Not only do they provide great ambience, stylish design and a…

Cibo – New Provincial Menu

Over the last 15 years, the menu at Cibo Espresso has pretty much remained the same with very few changes. It is only now that it has undergone a complete overhaul. After 5 months in the making, the new Provincial Menu takes inspiration from the Italian way of life, sharing the passion for simple and…

Samurai Okonomiyaki

Okonomiyaki is a Japanese savoury pancake that contains various ingredients. The name is derived from the word “okonomi” meaning “what you like” or “what you want”, and “yaki” meaning “grilled” or “cooked”. Okonomiyaki is mainly associated with the Kansai and Hiroshima areas of Japan, but is widely available throughout the country. The toppings and batter…

In N Out BBQ

For a very long time, there have been two take away stores on O’Connell Street that are favourite hangout spots amongst university students, particularly after a late night drinking session. Competition in the area has just heated up with the opening of In N Out BBQ which specialises in a range of charcoaled meats. The…

Mama Jambo

As of February this year Mama Jambo is the newest café to open up in the unique warehouse space (formerly Hello, Yes) on Eliza Street in the CBD. Jambo is Swahili for ‘hello’ and fittingly Mama Jambo offers modern Australian cuisine with an African twist. Mama Jambo is co-owned by Connie Fiala Mmadike, Caroline Mosha…

Nino’s Lamesita – New Menu Launch

Filipino food is a new one for me. Of all the different cuisines I’ve tasted, I hadn’t ventured into the delights Filipino food had to offer and let me say, I’m picking up what it’s putting down. A lot the food is focused on BBQ and char-grilling and I don’t hate that! Adelaide Food Central…