Eat, Drink, Explore: Melbourne

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EAT

When it comes to Australia's culinary scene, there's nothing more quintessentially "Aussie" than a Sunday roast. Since the country's early days of British colonization, Australia has been a sheep-rearing nation, making lamb a common and inexpensive selection of meat you'll find in nearly every pub; not to mention a home-cooked weekend ritual many locals regularly partake in to symbolize the Australian dream. Whether you partake in a Sunday roast in one of the country's 6,000+ pubs or in the home of a local Aussie, enjoy a traditional roasted leg of lamb served with slow-cooked potatoes, green peas, and decadent gravy.

DRINK

The epicenter of Australia's caffeine scene, Melbourne is known globally for its coffee obsession. The city's love affair with coffee dates back to post-World War II when Italian and Greek immigrants arrived on Australia's shores, bringing with them their beloved European-style espresso machines. The espresso boom of the 1950s paved the way for the 2000s' "Third Wave" of the coffee scene, resulting in a multigenerational café culture. Today, Melbournians expect the highest quality coffee, typically ordering lattes, flat whites, cappuccinos, long blacks, or espressos. Live like the Aussies and start your day with a "cuppa joe" at one of Melbourne's 2,000+ cafés!

EXPLORE

A popular 90-minute day trip from Melbourne, Phillip Island is a haven for Australia's incredible wildlife. Situated just off the southern coast of the country, Phillip Island is home to koalas, Australian fur seals, pelicans, shearwater birds, migrating whales, kangaroos, and Australia's largest colony of penguins. From petting koalas to hand-feeding kangaroos to watching penguins waddle during sunset, Phillip Island is one of the top wildlife sighting locations in greater Melbourne. Don't miss the chance to experience all this incredible landmark has to offer!