Good vibes only conversations with people from all over about their ‘go to’ places for a drink or food.
The focus isn’t on what is fanciest or most impressive. It’s on what people genuinely enjoy and so go back for more.
Have a listen and try out the places if you can.
Jaz will also create bonus episodes to share positive food and drink experiences as she adventures through life. Don’t expect a formal review. Just descriptions of cool places with yummy food and drinks.
My mate Mandy tells me about a trifecta of cheap and cheerful Asian food restaurants at Jackson Court (https://www.facebook.com/p/Jackson-Court-Shopping-Centre-100057520327083/), Doncaster East.
Ramen and Dumpling House (http://www.ramendumplinghouse.com.au/#)
Jonker Street Restaurant (now unfortunately closed)
The Grand Tofu (https://thegrandtofudoncastereast.restaurants-info.com/menu)
Mandy shares what she loves about Asian food, including the variety of flavours, ability to order multiple dishes to share and try new things, and what makes an authentic laksa.
21 Jul 2026
25. Side Quest x Northcote x Estelle
Estelle (https://www.theestelle.com.au) is a great restaurant for a special occasion. Located at 243-245 High St in Northcote, Melbourne.
This is my favourite place for birthday or anniversary celebrations; when we want to get dressed up and we have a little cash to spend on fancy food. The food is great, but I just love the seating around the kitchen and watching the chefs at work.
After trying Estelle, another great intimate chef experience can be found at Flint:
15. Side quest x Fitzroy, Melbourne x Flint (https://mymatein.transistor.fm/episodes/15-side-quest-x-fitzroy-melbourne-x-flint)
20 Jul 2026
24. Austin x Two hands
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I catch up with my mate Rissa in Austin, Texas.
Rissa’s favourite local brunch spot is Two Hands (https://www.twohandshospitality.com/location/two-hands-austin/) at 1011 S Congress Ave Ste 170. Highlights include:
‘Brekky’ menu
Acai bowl
Halloumi sides
Pavlova
Open, spacious and calm patio space
We also talk about:
Eeyore’s birthday (https://eeyores.org/)
Similarities between Melbourne (Australia) and Austin, with a shout out to our mutual friend Jess Archer (Episode 12. Brisbane x Big Roddy's Rippin Rib Shack, Cobbler & The Woods Neighbourhood Bar (https://mymatein.transistor.fm/episodes/brisbane-x-big-roddys-rippin-ribshack-cobbler-the-woods-neighbourhood-bar))
Nashville inspired chicken in Melbourne (Episode 5. Side Quest x Fitzroy, Melbourne x Belles (https://mymatein.transistor.fm/episodes/side-quest-x-cbd-melbourne-x-belles))
More episodes about places in the US
16. Side Quest x Nashville x The Legendairy Milkshake Bar (https://mymatein.transistor.fm/episodes/16-side-quest-x-nashville-x-the-legendairy-milkshake-bar)
9. Boston x Union Oyster House, Pizzeria Regina, and J.J. Foley's (https://mymatein.transistor.fm/episodes/boston-x-union-oyster-house-pizzeria-regina-and-j-j-foleys)
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