From Cartel Tacos’ northside move to the return of old faves – here’s the foodie news you need
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From the scoop on Cartel Tacos’ next location to some high-profile comebacks, we’re serving up portion-controlled bites of the latest foodie news right here.
Get your fill and stun your friends with your local culinary knowledge!
Cartel Tacos to open in Belconnen
Keen Instagram followers of Cartel Tacos’ matriarch Anna Petridis were quick to jump on an Instagram story that (accidentally) mentioned work is underway to open a Belconnen venue in October.
In more happy news, she’s also looking for a home for Crack Bakery elsewhere in Canberra.
As soon as we have the details, we’ll share the news!
Is Milky Lane coming back?
A rather cryptic post on Milky Lane’s Instagram exclaiming ‘Same place // new owners // The Milky Lane you always deserved is coming’ led to feverish speculation as to which of the fully-loaded burger chain’s venues might be making a comeback.
Eagle-eyed followers pointed out a distinctive Parliament House structure in the background of the post, leading many to speculate that Canberra is the chosen city.
We can now confirm that Milky Lane is indeed moving back to their old Braddon digs at 21 Lonsdale Street in late April.
Coming full circle at Ottoman
Despite news in 2021 that they were moving to a new location, Ottoman Cuisine has recently announced that they’re moving full circle – back to the Barton space they occupied for many years.
Much-lauded for their elevated take on Turkish, the new venue is due to open in May.
Red Hill (the top of the actual hill) to become a dining destination
In more ‘everything old is new again’ news, Tracy Keeley (Pollen, Bookplate) has snapped up the former Carousel Restaurant at the summit of Red Hill and is transforming it into two Italian venues.
Lunetta and Lunetta Trattoria are set to open later this year.
eightysix South introduces $55 three-course menu
Eightysix south has just introduced a prix fixe offering – the best of their Italian offering for, as the name suggests, a fixed price.
For $55pp you can enjoy a big plate of antipasti, pasta of your choice (choose one per person), a side and their tiramisu to finish. Everything for the table to share.
Pro-tip… the espresso butter slathered on their focaccia with thinly sliced prosciutto is a surprisingly heavenly combination!
A new way to get social on Fridays
The fabulous Ben Willis-helmed Louis at Hotel Realm is bringing some affordable fun to Friday nights with the Louis Social Club.
From 5 pm to 7 pm every Friday, there’ll be live music, small cocktails (teeny martinis, pocket-sized negronis and more), snappy wines, bar snacks and more – all at petit prices.
Kambah’s Cafe Blanco to open nights
Well, one night to start – every Friday, to be precise.
Southsiders will be pleased that Cafe Blanco will be offering a ‘small seasonal and funky sharing menu’ that will change with the seasons.
Temporada’s Last Hurrah
After notching up 10 years of operation, Temporada owner Dave Young is calling it a day on 18 May.
Keep an eye on their Instagram for some special events, throwback moments and favourite dishes.
To book in to see Dave and the team, head to temporada.com.au.
